1743 Collection (#3)

Invention Drawing recto Sketch Lower Leg Bones
The Invention of Drawing (recto); Sketch of Lower Leg Bones of Human Skeleton (verso); Joseph-Benoit Suvee (Belgian, 1743 - 1807); Belgium; about 1791; Black and white chalk on brown paper (recto)

Portrait Man Hyacinthe Rigaud French 1659 1743
Portrait of a Man; Hyacinthe Rigaud (French, 1659 - 1743); about 1710 - 1720; Black chalk, brush with gray wash, heightened with white and gray gouache

Spiraea Georg Dionysius Ehret German 1708 1770
Spiraea; Georg Dionysius Ehret (German, 1708 - 1770); Germany; 1743; Gouache and graphite on vellum; 47.3 x 33.7 cm (18 5, 8 x 13 1, 4 in.)

Paneled Room Jean-Pierre Ledoux French active 1753
Paneled Room; Jean-Pierre Ledoux (French, active 1753 - 1761), Painted panels by Jean-Simeon Rousseau de la Rottiere (French, 1747 - 1820 (master 1771)), and Jules-Hughes Rousseau (French)

Ninth Day Literary Gathering Xing 1743
The Ninth Day Literary Gathering at Xing an, 1743. Fang Shishu (Chinese, 1693-1751), and Ye Fanglin (Chinese, late 1600s-mid-1700s)

David Garrick 1779 Thomas Watson British 1743
David Garrick, 1779. Thomas Watson (British, 1743 (?)-1781). Mezzotint

Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Main facade, 1743, by Ferd
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Initiated in the 5th century, was enlarged and reformed until the 18th century. Main facade, 1741-1743, by Ferdinando Fuga (1699-1781). Rome. Italy

Homer (8th Century B. C. ). Greek epic poet. Portrait in the F
Homer (8th Century B.C.). Greek epic poet. Portrait in the Frontispiece and cover of the Complete Works. Volume First. The Iliad. Set in the Trojan War. Amsterdam, 1743. Colored engraving

Thomas Jefferson / Knight
THOMAS JEFFERSON Third President of the USA (1801 - 1809) Date: 1743 - 1826

HOGARTH: MARRIAGE, 1743. Detail of a line engraving after the painting, Marriage a la Mode: The Contract, 1743, by William Hogarth

LAVOISIER
ANTOINE-LAURENT LAVOISIER French scientist Date: 1743 - 1794

Samuel McPherson
SAMUEL MCPHERSON Highland soldier, kitted out in the full panoply of a Scottish soldiers gear but who was shot for desertion. Date: ? - 1743

A-L Lavoisier
ANTOINE-LAURENT LAVOISIER French chemist, generally regarded as the founder of modern chemistry

Edmund Cartwright
EDMUND CARTWRIGHT Inventor of the powered loom

Queen Maria Theresa of Austria (1717-1780). Engraving, 1882
Maria Theresa (1717-1780), Archduchess of Ausria, Queen of Hungary and Bohemia. Portrait. Engraving by de Petit, 1743. Engraving by Germania, 1882. Colored

Nicolas De Grimouard
NICOLAS DE LE CHER GRIMOUARD French naval commander Date: 1743 - 1794

Jean Baptiste Grecourt
JEAN BAPTISTE JOSEPH WILLART de GRECOURT French writer, interrupted by the artist while writing with a quill pen. Date: 1683 - 1743

Julien Louis Geoffroy
JULIEN LOUIS GEOFFROY French journalist and critic Date: 1743 - 1814

Nicolas Michel Foix
NICOLAS MICHEL FOIX French magistrat and philanthropist. Date: 1743 - 1830

John Fitch, Inventor
JOHN FITCH American inventor who built successful steamboats but failed to obtain financial backing so drowned himself at Philadelphia. Date: 1743 - 1798

Second Earl Fauconberg
HENRY BELASYSE, second earl FAUCONBERG of Newborough, military : with his countess. Date: 1743 - 1802

Joh. Chr. Fabricius
JOHANN CHRISTIAN FABRICIUS Danish entomologist Date: 1743 - 1807

Ann Elliott, Courtesan
ANN ELLIOTT courtesan, who sad to say died at age 26 : presumably thats her daughter. Date: 1743 - 1769

Gerhard Dumbar
GERHARD DUMBAR Dutch statesman, seated in his library, quill pen in hand... Date: 1743 - 1802

Gabriel Derzhavin - 1
GABRIEL ROMANOVICH DERZHAVIN Russian writer and statesman Date: 1743 - 1816

Gabriel Derzhavin - 2
GABRIEL ROMANOVICH DERZHAVIN Russian writer and statesman - looking more like a poet than a statesman, unlike the other portrait we have of him ! Date: 1743 - 1816

Alexandre Desportes
ALEXANDRE FRANCOIS DESPORTES French artist and hunter Date: 1661 - 1743

Jean Baptiste De Lisle
JEAN BAPTISTE ISOARD DE LISLE de Sales : French writer, described as Le Philosophe de la Nature - the engraving shows the Devil discomfited by a ray of light from Delisle. Date: 1743 - 1816

Michael Dahl
MICHAEL DAHL Swedish artist Date: 1659 - 1743

Mrs Hannah Cowley
HANNAH COWLEY writer, author of The school for Grey Beards, etc. Date: 1743 - 1809

Hannah Cowley & Book
HANNAH COWLEY writer, author of The school for Grey Beards, etc. holding a book. Date: 1743 - 1809

Adrian Van Cattenburg
ADRIAN VAN CATTENBURG Dutch Remonstrant churchman and professor of theology. Date: 1664 - 1743

Jacques Antoine Arlaud
JACQUES ANTOINE ARLAUD Swiss artist. Date: 1668 - 1743

J W Von Archenholz
Johann Wilhelm von ARCHENHOLZ (or Archenholtz) German historian. Date: 1743 - 1812

C-M De LA Condamine
CHARLES-MARIE DE LA CONDAMINE French naturalist and mathematician who made the first scientific exploration of the Amazon in 1743. Date: 1701 - 1774

2nd Duke of Argyll
JOHN CAMPBELL Second duke of Argyll Scottish nobleman and statesman. Date: 1678 - 1743

Sir John Jennings
SIR JOHN JENNINGS British naval admiral. Appointed ranger of Greenwich Park and governor of Greenwich hospital in 1720. Date: 1664 - 1743

J C De LA Metherie
JEAN CLAUDE DE LA METHERIE French scientist Date: 1743 - 1817

Mordecai Gist
MORDECAI GIST American military commander Date: 1743 - 1792

Fifth Earl Sandwich
JOHN MONTAGU, fifth earl of SANDWICH Licentious nobleman Date: 1743 - 1814

Fleury, Enthroned
ANDRE HERCULE DE FLEURY French divine and statesman. Date: 1653 - 1743

Fleury, Portrait
ANDRE HERCULE DE FLEURY French divine and statesman. Date: 1653 - 1743

Louise Adelaide Orleans
LOUISE ADELAIDE D ORLEANS mademoiselle de Chartres noble who became Abbess of Chelles after becoming a nun in 1717. Date: 1698 - 1743

Comte De Guibert
Jacques Antoine Hippolyte, comte de GUIBERT French military commander and writer on tactics Date: 1743 - 1790

Hannah Cowley / Big Hat
HANNAH COWLEY Dramatist and connoisseur of hats Date: 1743 - 1809

Henry Carey / R Grave
HENRY CAREY English poet and composer Date: 1690 - 1743

Robert Hamilton
ROBERT HAMILTON professor of mathematics at Aberdeen, whose studies led him to political theorising, including An Inquiry on the National Debt Date: 1743 - 1829

William Henry
WILLIAM HENRY, DUKE OF GLOUCESTER 1st Duke of Gloucester and Edinburgh Date: 1743 - 1805

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In the year 1743, amidst a world filled with historical events and remarkable individuals, Avebury stood as a testament to ancient wonders. The Stukeley Map unveiled the enigmatic allure of this mystical site, captivating explorers and historians alike. While Avebury's stones whispered tales of forgotten rituals, another form of sport emerged in 1743 - boxing. With its inception came rules that would shape the future of this noble art. Fighters stepped into the ring, their fists clenched tightly as they embraced both skill and courage. Meanwhile, an enigmatic figure named Cagliostro weaved his way through society's fabric. His mysterious presence left many intrigued by his esoteric knowledge and mesmerizing performances. Amidst these intriguing stories lay a hand-coloured etching titled "Laurel Tree" from 1731-1743. Its vibrant hues captured nature's beauty while serving as a reminder of time passing by. Sports enthusiasts gathered for an exhilarating cricket match in 1743, witnessing incredible displays of talent on the field. The crack of bat against ball echoed through the air as players showcased their skills honed over countless hours. In the realm of music, Paganini's violin crafted by Guarnerius enchanted audiences with its ethereal melodies. Its strings resonated with passion and virtuosity that transcended time itself. Scientific minds flourished during this era too; Marie Anne Pierrette Lavoisier paved her path alongside her husband Antoine Lavoisier in unraveling chemical mysteries that shaped our understanding today. A serving maid poured rich chocolate for aristocrats who indulged in its decadent flavors while engaging in lively conversations about politics and culture at George Hardinge's gatherings. Jeanne Du Barry graced Versailles' halls with elegance and charm during this period when France was captivated by royal intrigue like never before. Richard Savage penned verses immortalized by Van Gucht's illustrations, capturing the essence of life's joys and sorrows.