1741 Collection (#10)

THOMAS HUTCHINSON (1711-1780). American colonial administrator. Wood engraving, 1882, after a painting by Edward Truman, 1741

GEORGE WHITEFIELD (1714-1770). English preacher. George Whitefiled preaching in the American colonies in 1739-41. Color engraving

HOGARTH: MUSICIAN, 1741. The Enraged Musician. Steel engraving after the etching and engraving, 1741, by William Hogarth

Bartmy. Faujas de Saint-Fond (geologiste), professeur de geologie au Jardin du Roi. Ne e Montelimar... 1741... mort... 1819

Sir James Hunter Blair
SIR JAMES HUNTER BLAIR Edinburgh banker. Date: 1741 - 1787

Benoit Comte De Boigne
BENOIT, comte de BOIGNE French (Savoie) soldier and philanthropist; he married Anne Osmond of London. Date: 1741 - 1830

J-B Rousseau (Millet)
JEAN-BAPTISTE ROUSSEAU French writer Date: 1670 - 1741

Karl Friedrich Bahrdt
KARL FRIEDRICH BAHRDT German writer and adventurer Date: 1741 - 1792

Pieter Burman
PIETER BURMAN Dutch scholar and poet - Fame trumpets his praises, a cupid carves his name on a monument while others prepare garlands to ornament his brow... Date: 1668 - 1741

EXPL2A-00271
Vitus Berings Russian expedition ships wrecked upon the Aleutian Isles. 1741. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Foundling Hospital, Redhill, Surrey
The Foundling Hospital at Redhill, Surrey. The Hospital was founded in 1739 by Captain Thomas Coram and in 1741 began construction of premises at Bloomsbury Fields, London

Aem Gretry / Clement / Mus C
ANDRE-ERNEST-MODESTE GRETRY French composer

Aem Gretry / Joly / Elysium
ANDRE-ERNEST-MODESTE GRETRY French composer arriving in the Elysian Fields

Eliz Petrovna / Russia / Tch
ELIZABETH PETROVNA Empress of Russia (1741-62)

Antonio Vivaldi / Anon Eng
ANTONIO VIVALDI Italian composer

Payta Bombarded
Anson, in the course of his round-the-world voyage, bombards and nearly destroys the town of Payta in northern Peru

Sir Richard Onslow
SIR RICHARD ONSLOW British Admiral of the Royal Navy

The brick Georgian-style Old Colony House dating from 1741, a National Historic Landmark used in the Steven Spielberg film Amistad, on Washington Square in Newport, Rhode Island, New England

Lavater (Bosio)
JOHANN KASPAR LAVATER Swiss poet, mystic and writer on philosophy and theology; here, conducting research into physiognomy

Hester Thrale / Home
HENRY AND HESTER THRALE Thrale Place, Streatham, where Dr Samuel Johnson paid frequent visits to his friends, Henry and Hester Thrale

Hester Thrale / Hopwood
HESTER THRALE Friend of Dr Samuel Johnson, and wife of the brewer, Henry Thrale; she later married her Italian singing teacher and became Mrs Piozzi

Hester Thrale / Reynolds
HESTER THRALE Friend of Dr Samuel Johnson, and wife of the brewer, Henry Thrale

Charles Rollin (Mono)
CHARLES ROLLIN French historian and educator

Aem Gretry / Geille / Isabey
ANDRE-ERNEST-MODESTE GRETRY French composer at his desk

Eliz Petrovna / Russia / Toc
ELIZABETH PETROVNA Empress of Russia (1741-62)

Josef Ii / Hre / Fuger Minia
EMPEROR JOSEF II Holy Roman Emperor (1765-90), King of Germany (1764-90), son of Maria Theresia

Josef Ii / Hre / Fursten
EMPEROR JOSEF II Holy Roman Emperor (1765-90), King of Germany (1764-90), son of Maria Theresia

Martin Folkes Antiquary
MARTIN FOLKES Scholar and antiquary, elected President of the Royal Society in 1741. Date: 1690 - 1754

Martin Folkes
MARTIN FOLKES Scholar and antiquary, elected President of the Royal Society in 1741

Lavater, Profile
JOHANN KASPAR LAVATER Swiss physiognomist

Martin Folkes / Hogarth
MARTIN FOLKES Scholar and antiquary, elected President of the Royal Society in 1741

Gretry Postcard
ANDRE-ERNEST-MODESTE GRETRY French composer

Art / Lavaters Chair
Chair designed by Johan Kaspar Lavater (1741-1801) for taking silhouettes

Criminal, Henry Cook
HENRY COOK: Debtor, petty thief, giver of threats of violence, foot-pad, highwayman, horse thief, shoemaker, hanged at Tyburn 6 December 1741

Ignaz Potocki
IGNAZ POTOCKI Polish statesman and writer

Shakespeare / Monumt / Grave
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE English poet and playwright. His monument in Westminster Abbey, London, which was erected in 1741

TREE-MAN
A Tree-Man from a subterranean planet

Land of Music
A Dweller in the Land of Music

Pierre Pigneau de Behaine, French missionary
Pierre Joseph Georges Pigneau de Behaine, a French missionary to Vietnam

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"Exploring the Vibrant Tapestry of 1741: A Journey through Colonial Savannah, Georgia and Beyond" Step back in time to the enchanting world of Colonial Savannah, Georgia in the 1700s. As you wander through its cobblestone streets, immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural tapestry that defined this era. Intriguingly, amidst this backdrop emerges an "Enraged Musician, " a satirical painting by Hogarth capturing the essence of society's obsession with music during this period. The melodies composed by Antonio Vivaldi or perhaps an anonymous artist would have filled the air as they echoed from grand halls to intimate gatherings. Meanwhile, across distant lands at Foundling Hospital Schools in Berkhamsted, young minds were nurtured under watchful eyes. Here, children found solace and education within these walls while their portraits adorned hallways - much like Tupac Amaru II's captivating painting symbolizing resistance against oppression. But it wasn't just art that captivated hearts; feats of strength amazed audiences as Thomas Topham showcased his extraordinary abilities as a strongman. His incredible prowess left onlookers awestruck and inspired generations to push their physical limits. However, not all sounds brought joy during this time; noise pollution became a growing concern for individuals like Robert Blair who sought tranquility amid bustling cities. John Dormer too longed for peaceful moments amidst chaos while Benedict Arnold navigated treacherous paths towards infamy. Yet beyond these human stories lay tales of exploration etched into history forever. Vitus Jonassen Bering embarked on a daring expedition only to face tragedy when his shipwreck marooned him off Kamchatka peninsula in 1741. This line engraving from the 19th century immortalizes his courageous spirit and unwavering determination. And finally, we encounter Ang Kauffmann's allegorical works which encapsulate the essence of this era.