1740s Collection (page 2)

Princess with a Hawk, between c1730 and c1740. Creator: Unknown
Princess with a Hawk, between c1730 and c1740

Krishna Serenading Radha, between c1730 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Serenading Radha, between c1730 and c1750

Megha Mallar Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1725 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Megha Mallar Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1725 and c1750

Vita Imperii, mid 18th century. Creator: Johan Pasch
Vita Imperii, mid 18th century

Water Spaniel Surprising a Swan on its Nest, 1740. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Water Spaniel Surprising a Swan on its Nest, 1740

Still life with fruits, 1714-1760. Creator: Michiel van Huysum
Still life with fruits, 1714-1760

Group of columns which support two arches of a great courtyard... c1743. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Group of columns which support two arches of a great courtyard.. c1743. Series: Prima Parte di Architetture e Prospettive, plate 4; Edition: First edition, third issue

Imaginary ancient temple designed in the style of those built in honor of the Goddess... c1743
Imaginary ancient temple designed in the style of those built in honor of the Goddess Vesta: in the center is the great altar on which the Vestal Virgins preserved the inextinguishable sacred fire

Ancient Temple, c1743. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Ancient Temple, c1743. Series: Prima Parte di Architetture e Prospettive, plate 13; Edition: First edition, third issue

Courtyard Surrounded by Porticoes, c1743. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Courtyard Surrounded by Porticoes, c1743. Series: Prima Parte di Architetture e Prospettive, plate 12; Edition: First edition, third issue

The Annunciation, c1740. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
The Annunciation, c1740

Still life with fruits, 1700-1800. Creator: Jan de Bruyn
Still life with fruits, 1700-1800

Portrait of Johannes Heemskerk, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Portrait of Johannes Heemskerk, 1741-1795

Portrait of Dirck Helmbreeker, 1700-1750. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Portrait of Dirck Helmbreeker, 1700-1750

Tulip called Bizard Rosette, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Tulip called Bizard Rosette, 1741-1795

Tulip called Bizard Pontifex Romanus, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Tulip called Bizard Pontifex Romanus, 1741-1795

Tulip called Bizard Phoenix, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Tulip called Bizard Phoenix, 1741-1795

Tulip called Bizard Leodie, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Tulip called Bizard Leodie, 1741-1795

Tulip called Bizard Le Febure No. 1, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Tulip called Bizard Le Febure No. 1, 1741-1795

Tulip called Bizard Egiptienne, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Tulip called Bizard Egiptienne, 1741-1795

The newspaper reader, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
The newspaper reader, 1741-1795

Portrait of Daniël Haringh, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Portrait of Daniel Haringh, 1741-1795

Iris, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Iris, 1741-1795

Iris, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Iris, 1741-1795

Fresia, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Fresia, 1741-1795

Portrait of Izaak Vogelensanck, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Portrait of Izaak Vogelensanck, 1741-1795. Dutch painter and draftsman Izaak Vogelensanck

Portrait of Romeyn de Hooghe, 1730-1750. Creator: Anon
Portrait of Romeyn de Hooghe, 1730-1750

Portrait of the painter Abraham de Ridder, 1678-c.1788. Creator: Anon
Portrait of the painter Abraham de Ridder, 1678-c.1788

The Tavern, 1741-1820. Creator: Abraham Delfos
The Tavern, 1741-1820

The Spinster, 1741-1820. Creator: Abraham Delfos
The Spinster, 1741-1820

The Card Players, 1741-1820. Creator: Abraham Delfos
The Card Players, 1741-1820

River landscape with various barges, 1741-1820. Creator: Abraham Delfos
River landscape with various barges, 1741-1820

Mountain Landscape, c1740. Creator: Unknown
Mountain Landscape, c1740

An Ascetic Receiving an Offering from a Woman, between c1725 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
An Ascetic Receiving an Offering from a Woman, between c1725 and c1750

Snow Landscape, c1740. Creator: Tachibana Morikuni
Snow Landscape, c1740

Blooming Cherries in the Capital, c1740. Creator: Tachibana Morikuni
Blooming Cherries in the Capital, c1740

Waka no Ura, c1740. Creator: Tachibana Morikuni
Waka no Ura, c1740

Heroic Landscape with Women at Brook, Child Fishing, and Herdsmen, 1744. Creator: John Baptist Jackson
Heroic Landscape with Women at Brook, Child Fishing, and Herdsmen, 1744. From Six landscapes

Christ Descending the Stairs, c1740. Creator: Johannes Andreas Pfeffel
Christ Descending the Stairs, c1740. From Architetture e Prospettive, dedicate alle Maesta di Carlo Sesto, Imperator de Romani, part 3, number 8 (Augsburg, 1740), Giuseppe Galli Bibiere

The Grand Canal Between San Simone Piccolo and Santa Chiara, between circa 1740 and circa 1741. From Magnificentiores Selectioresque Urbis Venetiarum Prospectus (Venice, 1741), plate 6

Ixia, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Ixia, 1741-1795

The Beheading of Saint Paul, Originally modelled 1643-1647; this example before 1753. Creator: Vincenzo Foggini
The Beheading of Saint Paul, Originally modelled 1643-1647; this example before 1753

Charles Lord Talbot, High Grand Chancellor, published 1740. Creator: Jacobus Houbraken
Charles Lord Talbot, High Grand Chancellor, published 1740. From Birch Heads, text by Thomas Birch, plate 79

View of Castle De Wildt at Gendringen, in or after 1745-c. 1800. Creator: Anon
View of Castle De Wildt at Gendringen, in or after 1745-c. 1800

Pedigree with the coats of arms of the sixteen quarters of Jan van de Poll, 1700-1749. Creator: Anon
Pedigree with the coats of arms of the sixteen quarters of Jan van de Poll, 1700-1749. Jan van de Poll (1668-1745): Van de Poll, De Vroorde, Devil, Dommer, Van Gerwen, Van Maren, Van Warmond

Forest landscape with a monument to Salomon Gesner, 1740-1800. Creator: Anon
Forest landscape with a monument to Salomon Gesner, 1740-1800. Salomon Gesner (1730-1788) was a Swiss painter, graphic artist, government official, newspaper publisher and poet

Trompe l'oeil with prints, maps and publications, in or after 1748. Creator: Anon
Trompe l'oeil with prints, maps and publications, in or after 1748. Against a background of woven fabric

Death Giving Audience, c1741-1742. Creator: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Death Giving Audience, c1741-1742. From Vari Capricci

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Step back in time to the vibrant 1740s, a decade filled with captivating events and remarkable individuals. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of George Whitefield preaching at Moorfields Fair in 1742, his powerful words resonating through the bustling crowd. Explore London's Bloomsbury and Holborn districts through an enchanting map from 1746, marveling at the intricate details that bring this historic city to life. Intrigue awaits as Margaret Murray recruits for the Jacobites in 1745, her persuasive charm drawing supporters to their cause. Immerse yourself in art with a hand-colored etching of Laurel Tree from 1731-1743, its delicate beauty capturing nature's essence. Embark on a whimsical adventure alongside Jack Spriggins and the Enchanted Bean, where imagination knows no bounds. Delve into industrial history with a plan of Cowden Furnace in Kent, observing how it shaped lives during this era. Bonnie Prince Charlie emerges as a central figure during these tumultuous times; his presence evokes both admiration and controversy. Discover the diverse uniforms worn by Worcestershire Regiment soldiers - each one representing loyalty and honor. The world of theater comes alive with Richardson, Johnson, and Garrick gracing Tunbridge Wells' stages - their performances leaving audiences spellbound. Experience bravery firsthand as warriors beat charges at the Battle of Dettingen; their unwavering spirit igniting hope amidst chaos. Charles Edward Stuart captivates hearts as Young Pretender - his quest for power intertwining destiny with Scotland's fate. Feel anticipation build on the eve of Prestonpans battle while attending an evening service; prayers whispered fervently for victory or salvation. They were an era brimming with historical significance and unforgettable tales that continue to captivate our imaginations today. Step into this extraordinary period where legends were born and destinies entwined – forever shaping the course of history.