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1749 Collection (#6)

In the year 1749, a myriad of significant events and individuals shaped history

Background image1749 Collection: Edward Jenner / Statue

Edward Jenner / Statue
EDWARD JENNER Statue to the physician and pioneer of vaccination Date: 1749 - 1823

Background image1749 Collection: Cj Fox / Oval / Magna Carta

Cj Fox / Oval / Magna Carta
CHARLES JAMES FOX British statesman with a scene of anarchy below Date: 1749 - 1806

Background image1749 Collection: Cj Fox / Uwins / Meyer

Cj Fox / Uwins / Meyer
CHARLES JAMES FOX British statesman Date: 1749 - 1806

Background image1749 Collection: Charles James Fox / Roffe

Charles James Fox / Roffe
CHARLES JAMES FOX English statesman and orator Date: 1749 - 1806

Background image1749 Collection: Sculptor Anne Seymour Damer

Sculptor Anne Seymour Damer
Anne Seymour Damer Sculptor Date: circa 1780s

Background image1749 Collection: Sir Brook Watson escaping from the jaws of a shark

Sir Brook Watson escaping from the jaws of a shark
Miraculous escape of Sir Brook Watson, 1st Baronet (1735-1807), merchant, soldier, and later Lord Mayor of London, from the jaws of a shark during his boyhood. He lost his right leg below the knee

Background image1749 Collection: Goethe Weimar Home

Goethe Weimar Home
J W VON GOETHE his home in the Frauenplan, Weimar, depicted during his lifetime : note the sightseers gawping at the great mans home Date: 1749 - 1832

Background image1749 Collection: Marie Therese Lamballe

Marie Therese Lamballe
MARIE THERESE LOUISE DE SAVOIE French Princess of Lamballe and friend of Marie Antoinette. Date: 1749 - 1792

Background image1749 Collection: LABILLE-GUIARD, Adela拉(1749-1803). Louise-Elisabeth

LABILLE-GUIARD, Adela拉(1749-1803). Louise-Elisabeth
LABILLE-GUIARD, Adela拉 (1749-1803). Louise-Elisabeth of France, Duchess of Parma (1727-1759). late 18th c. Rococo. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. YVELINES. Versailles

Background image1749 Collection: MARTINEZ, Domingo (1688-1749). Chariot of Fire

MARTINEZ, Domingo (1688-1749). Chariot of Fire. 1747. Belonging to a series of eight paintings M᳣ ara de la Fᢲ ica de Tabacos en celebraci󮠤 e la exaltaci󮠡 l trono de

Background image1749 Collection: Sir William Young

Sir William Young
SIR WILLIAM YOUNG statesman and colonial governor Date: 1749 - 1815

Background image1749 Collection: Christopher Wocher

Christopher Wocher
CHRISTOPHER WOCHER German artist and engraver of coins and medals Date: 1749 - 1821

Background image1749 Collection: Otho Holland Williams

Otho Holland Williams
OTHO HOLLAND WILLIAMS American military commander with his autograph Date: 1749 - 1800

Background image1749 Collection: Washington Young

Washington Young
WASHINGTON as a young man working as a surveyor Date: circa 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Samuel Vince

Samuel Vince
SAMUEL VINCE Mathematician and astronomer Date: 1749 - 1821

Background image1749 Collection: Henry Tresham

Henry Tresham
HENRY TRESHAM artist Date: 1749 - 1814

Background image1749 Collection: Claudine Tencin

Claudine Tencin
CLAUDINE-ALEXANDRINE GUERIN de TENCIN French social leader, mother of d Alembert by one of her lovers Date: 1685 - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Nicolas Tardieu

Nicolas Tardieu
NICOLAS TARDIEU French engraver, one of a famous family : this was engraved by his son, and we have many finely engraved portraits by them. Date: 1674 - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Judith Ctss Sunderland

Judith Ctss Sunderland
JUDITH (nee Tichborne) countess SUNDERLAND wife (1) of Charles Spencer, third earl, then (2) of sirSUNDERLAND Robert Sutton. Date: 1702? - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Pierre Subleyras

Pierre Subleyras
PIERRE SUBLEYRAS French artist Date: 1699 - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Joseph Strutt, Antiquary

Joseph Strutt, Antiquary
JOSEPH STRUTT antiquary Date: 1749 - 1802

Background image1749 Collection: Charles Smith, Artist

Charles Smith, Artist
CHARLES SMITH artist Date: 1749 - 1824

Background image1749 Collection: Joseph Comte Simeon

Joseph Comte Simeon
JOSEPH JEREMIE, comte de SIMEON French statesman Date: 1749 - 1842

Background image1749 Collection: William Sharp

William Sharp
WILLIAM SHARP engraver Date: 1749 - 1824

Background image1749 Collection: First Earl of Rosse

First Earl of Rosse
FRANCOIS CLAUDE AMOUR, marquis de BOUILLY French military with his autograph Date: 1739 - 1800

Background image1749 Collection: Samuel Jackson Pratt

Samuel Jackson Pratt
SAMUEL JACKSON PRATT writer Date: 1749 - 1814

Background image1749 Collection: Joseph Porter

Joseph Porter
JOSEPH PORTER citizen of Mortlake whose chief claim to fame is having his portrait done by Hogarth. Date: ? - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Fran. Marie Duch Orleans

Fran. Marie Duch Orleans
FRANCOISE MARIE de BOURBON, duchesse d ORLEANS, natural daughter of Louis XIV, wife of Philippe II, duc d Orleans, regent of France. Date: 1677 - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Henry Moyes

Henry Moyes
HENRY MOYES Scottish scientist, depicted lecturing - he was renowned for his lectures. Date: 1749 - 1807

Background image1749 Collection: Mirabeau, Profile

Mirabeau, Profile
HONORE GABRIEL VICTOR RIQUETI, comte de MIRABEAU French revolutionary statesman Date: 1749 - 1791

Background image1749 Collection: Seventh Earl of Leven

Seventh Earl of Leven
ALEXANDER, seventh earl of LEVEN & MELVILLE Scottish statesman Date: 1749 - 1820

Background image1749 Collection: Pierre De Laplace

Pierre De Laplace
PIERRE-SIMON, marquis de LAPLACE French mathematician and astronomer Date: 1749 - 1827

Background image1749 Collection: Jan Van Huysum

Jan Van Huysum
JAN VAN HUYSUM Dutch artist Date: 1682 - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Achille Nicolas Isnard

Achille Nicolas Isnard
ACHILLE NICOLAS ISNARD French engineer, economist and revolutionary statesman. Date: 1749 - 1803

Background image1749 Collection: Hopton Haynes

Hopton Haynes
HOPTON HAYNES Assay-master at the oyal Mint, London. Date: 1672 - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Wife of Warren Hastings

Wife of Warren Hastings
ANNA MARIA APPOLONIA HASTINGS second wife of Warren Hastings, previously married to baron Imhoff. Date: 1749 - 1837

Background image1749 Collection: Friedrich Graf Harrach

Friedrich Graf Harrach
FRIEDRICH graf von HARRACH Austrian diplomat in the Imperial service Date: 1696 - 1749

Background image1749 Collection: Wilhelm Heinse

Wilhelm Heinse
WILHELM HEINSE German professor at Mainz and writer on art Date: 1749 - 1803

Background image1749 Collection: James Hamilton Senior

James Hamilton Senior
JAMES HAMILTON, senior Scottish medical practitioner in Edinburgh Date: 1749 - ?

Background image1749 Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Highness Protector, Publisher, Artist, Subject, William Humphrey

Drawings Prints, Print, Highness Protector, Publisher, Artist, Subject, William Humphrey
Drawings and Prints, Print, His Highness The Protector, Publisher, Artist, Subject, William Humphrey, Thomas Rowlandson, Charles James Fox, British, 1742

Background image1749 Collection: Drawings Prints, Drawing, Entrance Grotto Posillipo, Naples, Artist, John Warwick Smith

Drawings Prints, Drawing, Entrance Grotto Posillipo, Naples, Artist, John Warwick Smith
Drawings and Prints, Drawing, Entrance to the Grotto of Posillipo, Naples, Artist, John Warwick Smith, British, Irthington, Cumberland 1749-1831 London, Smith, John Warwick, British, 1749, 1831

Background image1749 Collection: Excavation Obelisk Campo Marzo ca 1749 Etching

Excavation Obelisk Campo Marzo ca 1749 Etching
Artokoloro

Background image1749 Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Champion People, Subject, Publisher, Artist, Charles James Fox

Drawings Prints, Print, Champion People, Subject, Publisher, Artist, Charles James Fox
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Champion of the People, Subject, Publisher, Artist, Charles James Fox, William Humphrey, Thomas Rowlandson, British, 1749-1806, British, 1742

Background image1749 Collection: O Roast Beef Old England Gate Calais March 6

O Roast Beef Old England Gate Calais March 6
Artokoloro

Background image1749 Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, England Invaded, Frenchmen Naturalized, Publisher, Subject

Drawings Prints, Print, England Invaded, Frenchmen Naturalized, Publisher, Subject
Drawings and Prints, Print, England Invaded, or Frenchmen Naturalized, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Ackermanns Gallery, Charles James Fox, Thomas Rowlandson, London, British, 1749-1806, British

Background image1749 Collection: View ye Grand Theatre & Fireworks erected Water

View ye Grand Theatre & Fireworks erected Water
Artokoloro

Background image1749 Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Effects, British, Valour, French, Directory, Publisher, Subject

Drawings Prints, Print, Effects, British, Valour, French, Directory, Publisher, Subject
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Effects of British Valour on the French Directory, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Ackermanns Gallery, Charles James Fox, Thomas Rowlandson, London, British, 1749-1806

Background image1749 Collection: O Roast Beef Old England Gate Caiais March 6

O Roast Beef Old England Gate Caiais March 6
Artokoloro




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In the year 1749, a myriad of significant events and individuals shaped history. It was a time when great minds like Goethe contemplated life's mysteries through the window of their souls, while Tischbein immortalized their thoughts on canvas. Meanwhile, in England, Rowley's Orrery took center stage as an astronomical marvel that fascinated both scholars and dreamers alike. Edward Jenner and Thiriat embarked on a scientific journey to combat diseases, paving the way for future medical breakthroughs. Across the Atlantic Ocean, William Hale played his part in shaping America's destiny with his unwavering dedication to freedom and justice. In distant lands, Tipu Sultan emerged as a formidable force challenging British imperialism during his reign from 1749 to 1799. Art flourished during this era; Hogarth captured society's essence with his satirical masterpieces like "Roast Beef, " leaving an indelible mark on cultural commentary. The Countess Strathmore graced elegant halls adorned with opulent British Coats of Arms—a symbol of aristocratic pride. Exploration knew no bounds as maps unveiled uncharted territories: China and Tibet in 1749 became subjects of fascination for intrepid adventurers seeking knowledge beyond borders. Meanwhile, William Duke Leinster left an enduring legacy through his noble lineage. Nature revealed its secrets through botanical illustrations crafted by skilled artists in the seventeenth century—each delicate stroke capturing the beauty and complexity of flora that enchanted scientists and enthusiasts alike. Amidst these tales of grandeur stood Princesse De Lamballe—an emblematic figure whose tragic fate mirrored tumultuous times but also embodied resilience amidst adversity. The year 1749 encapsulates a tapestry woven with diverse threads—intellectual pursuits intertwining with political upheaval; artistry merging seamlessly with exploration; nobility coexisting alongside tragedy—all contributing to our collective human narrative.