1740s Collection (page 4)

Portrait of a Woman, c.1740. Creator: Anon
Portrait of a Woman, c.1740

Portrait of William IV, Prince of Orange, c.1745. Creator: Anon
Portrait of William IV, Prince of Orange, c.1745

King Adolf Frederick, (c1740s) Creator: Lorens Pasch the Elder
King Adolf Frederick, (c1740s)

Johan Groning, (c1740s). Creator: Lorens Pasch the Elder
Johan Groning, (c1740s)

Peter Ennes, 1749. Creator: Carl Fredrik von Coln
Peter Ennes, 1749

Maria Eleonora Wulf, 1749. Creator: Carl Fredrik von Coln
Maria Eleonora Wulf, 1749

Portrait of a Lady, (c1740s). Creator: Olof Arenius
Portrait of a Lady, (c1740s)

Lovisa Ulrika, (c1740s). Creator: Lorens Pasch the Elder
Lovisa Ulrika, (c1740s)

Male portrait, (c1740s). Creator: Nicolas Lavreince
Male portrait, (c1740s)

Carte re´duite des de´couvertes des Russes, entre l'Asie et l'Amerique, (1747?). This French map of Alaska, Siberia, and the North Pacific, published in 1747

Miniature Painting of Maharana Jagat Singh Udaipur
3610091 Miniature Painting of Maharana Jagat Singh Udaipur by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

The Chevalier de Saint-George of the ship Invincible surrenders his sword to Admiral Anson after the First Battle of Cape Finisterre between Great Britain and France, 14 May 1747

Lilium corona Imperialis (Crown imperial lily), 1737-1745 (engraved and mezzotint plate
986422 Lilium corona Imperialis (Crown imperial lily), 1737-1745 (engraved and mezzotint plate, printed in colours and finished by) by Ehret

Al Dolo, between c1741 and c1743. Creator: Bernardo Bellotto
Al Dolo, between c1741 and c1743. Series: Vedute, altere prese da luoghi altere ideate

Inverary castle (1749), Argyll, Scotland, UK

Duff House (1740), Banff, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK

Majolica Cloister (1742) of Santa Chiara church, Naples, Campania, Italy

Cartoon, At the camp of Maurice de Saxe (1745). Elegant ladies of the theatre step out of a carriage and are kissed on the hand by the French general and Marshal of France

Adam and Eve family tree, 18th century C013 / 7820
Adam and Eve family tree. 18th-century depiction of the family tree of Adam and Eve, the first humans according to the Judeo-Christian biblical tradition of Genesis

Four types of Uniforms worn by Worcestershire Regiment
Four types of Uniforms worn by the Worcestershire Regiment - 1694, 1747, 1808, 1915 Date: 1694-1915

Richardson, Johnson and Garrick in Tunbridge Wells
The remarkable characters who were at Tunbridge Wells with Samuel Richardson in 1748 including Dr Samuel Johnson and David Garrick Date: 1748

Beating the Charge at the Battle of Dettingen, 27 June 1743 Date: 1743

Young Pretender, Charles Edward Stuart
The Young Pretender, Charles Edward Stuart aka Bonnie Prince Charlie, proclaimed at Perth, 1745 Date: 1745

Evening Service, Eve of the Battle of Prestonpans, 1745 Date: 1745

Taste in High Life
2625608 Taste in High Life by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); (add.info.: Engraving by british artist & engraver, William Hogarth 1697-1764: Taste in High Life 1742.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The actor David Garrick
2625638 The actor David Garrick by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); (add.info.: Engraving by british artist & engraver, William Hogarth 1697-1764: The actor David Garrick (1717-79)

Bishop Hoadley
2625620 Bishop Hoadley by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); (add.info.: Engraving by british artist & engraver, William Hogarth 1697-1764: Bishop Hoadley)

Columbus Breaking the Egg
2625611 Columbus Breaking the Egg by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); (add.info.: Engraving by british artist & engraver, William Hogarth 1697-1764: Columbus Breaking the Egg. 1752)

Ticket for the Tiverton school feast, 1740 (engraving)
2625678 Ticket for the Tiverton school feast, 1740 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); (add.info.: Engraving by british artist & engraver)

The Young Krishna Kills the Demon Vatsasura, who came in the Guise of a Calf, c
1196882 The Young Krishna Kills the Demon Vatsasura, who came in the Guise of a Calf, c.1730-1740 (w/c & ink on orange paper) by Indian School

Vue of Kleveniers Canal, Amsterdam, c. 1740-1770 (hand-coloured engraving)
985944 Vue of Kleveniers Canal, Amsterdam, c.1740-1770 (hand-coloured engraving) by Vindel, August (fl. 1750); 49.5x32.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue of Kleveniers Canal, Amsterdam)

A Meissen portrait pipe-bowl of the court jester Frohlich, c. 1742 (porcelain)
1766874 A Meissen portrait pipe-bowl of the court jester Frohlich, c.1742 (porcelain) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

L Afficheur, c. 1737-1746 (etching)
1195456 L Afficheur, c. 1737-1746 (etching) by Bouchardon, Edme(1698-1762) (after); 32.3x24.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

The Grand Canal, Venice, looking East from the Palazzo Flangini to the Palazzo Venramin
991420 The Grand Canal, Venice, looking East from the Palazzo Flangini to the Palazzo Venramin Calergi, c.1742 (oil on canvas) by Bellotto

Map of Asia, 1740 (hand-coloured engraving)
986320 Map of Asia, 1740 (hand-coloured engraving) by Fer, Nicolas de (1646-1720); 104x156 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Asia; L Asie.... Nicolas de Fer (1646-1720)

The Rialto Bridge, Venice, from the South with the Embarkation of the Prince of Saxony
990213 The Rialto Bridge, Venice, from the South with the Embarkation of the Prince of Saxony during his Visit in 1740, (oil on canvas) by Canaletto

Portrait of a Family dining on a Portico, a formal Garden beyond, 1747 (oil on canvas)
990200 Portrait of a Family dining on a Portico, a formal Garden beyond, 1747 (oil on canvas) by Horemans, Jan Josef the Younger (1714-90); 66.7x83.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of John, Lord Henry (1696-1743), three-quarter-length
824190 Portrait of John, Lord Henry (1696-1743), three-quarter-length, seated in a Brown Ermine Lined Coat, with the Purse of Lord Privy Seal, 1741 (oil on canvas) by Loo

Portrait of a Boy, Full-Length, in a Brown Coat, Blue Waistcoat with Silver Braid
652126 Portrait of a Boy, Full-Length, in a Brown Coat, Blue Waistcoat with Silver Braid, Holding a Cherry to a Parrot, a Spaniel to His Side, with Fruits on a Stand, 1741 (oil on canvas) by Heins

Roses and other Flowers in a Basket on a Marble Ledge, c. 1742 (oil on panel)
827768 Roses and other Flowers in a Basket on a Marble Ledge, c.1742 (oil on panel) by Huysum, Jan van (1682-1749); 40x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

King George II at the Battle of Dettingen, Electorate of Mainz, Holy Roman Empire (present-day Bavaria, Germany), 27 June 1743, part of the War of the Austrian Succession (1740-1748)

The Battle of Culloden, 16 April 1746, during the Jacobite Rising. Date: 1746

The Salute at the Battle of Fontenoy, 11 May 1745, during the War of the Austrian Succession (1740-1748). Date: 1745

Grenadier of the Foot Guards with grenade and match alight, Battle of Prestonpans (or Battle of Gladsmuir), East Lothian, Scotland, 21 September 1745, during the Jacobite Rising. Date: 1745

A Meissen figure of a Persian, c. 1748 (porcelain)
1766899 A Meissen figure of a Persian, c.1748 (porcelain) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Meissen figure of a Persian. Modelled by J.J. Kandler and P)

A Meissen crinoline group of the rest during the case, c. 1745 (porcelain)
1766862 A Meissen crinoline group of the rest during the case, c.1745 (porcelain) by Kaendler, Johann Joachim (1706-75); Private Collection; (add.info)

Engraving depicting the Muscle Groups of the Back, 1747 (engraving)
1764834 Engraving depicting the Muscle Groups of the Back, 1747 (engraving) by Wandelaar, Jan (1690-1759); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Muscle Groups of the Back)

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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.