1759 Collection (#10)

Christophe Huet, Singerie: The Picnic, French, 1700 - 1759, c. 1739, oil on canvas

Christophe Huet (French, 1700 - 1759), Singerie: The Concert, c. 1739, oil on canvas

Capitan dn. Vincente Lunardi. Nesmith, pinxt. ; Burke, fecit
Capitan dn. Vincente Lunardi. Nesmith, pinxt.; Burke, fecit

Vincenzo Lunardi, Nesmith, pinxt. ; Burke, fecit
Vincenzo Lunardi, Nesmith, pinxt.; Burke, fecit

Statue of the Scottish Poet Robert Burns, 1759 1796

BOOKCASE G. F. HANDEL. Georg Friedrich Handel, 1685 1759 was a German-born British
BOOKCASE G.F. HANDEL. Georg Friedrich Handel, 1685 1759 was a German-born British Baroque composer, famous for his operas, oratorios, anthems and organ concertos

Hagar in the desert, Jurriaan Cootwijck, Eustache Lesueur, 1759

Hagar in the desert, Jurriaan Cootwijck, 1759

Portrait of Vice-Admiral Hendrik Lijnslager, Son of Harmen Lijnslager and Judith Allijn, Guillaume de Spinny, 1759

Portrait of a naval officer, Joseph Marinkelle, 1759

Portrait of Antoinette Metayer, Oldest Sister of Louis Metayer, George van der Mijn, c. 1759

Portrait of Louis Metayer Phz. Goldsmith and Art Collector, George van der Mijn, 1759

Hagar in the desert, print maker: Jurriaan Cootwijck, Eustache Lesueur, 1759

Portrait of Gerard Aarnout Hasselaer, Jacob Houbraken, Isaak Tirion, 1759

Village view in Till and the Tiller House, 1746, Paulus van Liender, 1759

View of a Villa; Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, Italian, 1696 - 1770; Italy, Europe; 1757 - 1759; Pen and brown ink and brown wash; 15.2 x 26 cm (6 x 10 1/4 in.)

A Music Party; Jacques-Andre Portail, French, 1695 - 1759; Paris, France, Europe; 1738; Red and black chalk on off-white paper; 32.4 x 25.4 cm (12 3/4 x 10 in.)

Ruins of an Imperial Palace, Rome; Jean-Honore Fragonard, French, 1732 - 1806; 1759; Red chalk on cream-colored paper; 33.5 x 47.6 cm (13 3/16 x 18 3/4 in.)

Immaculate Conception; Placido Costanzi, Italian (Roman), 1702 - 1759; Rome, Italy, Lazio, Europe; about 1730; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 67 x 84.5 cm (26 3/8 x 33 1/4 in.)

Plaque Representing the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception; Francesco Natale Juvara, Italian, 1673 - 1759; Messina, Italy, Sicily, Europe; 1730 - 1740; Silver

Pair of Cups and Saucers (gobelets Calabre et soucoupes); Painted by Charles Buteux pere, French, 1719 - 1782, active Sevres, France 1756 - 1782, Sevres Manufactory, French

Sauceboat on stand; Jean-Baptiste-Francois Cheret, French, 1728 - after 1791, master 1759; Paris, France, Europe; 1762; Silver and silver-gilt; Object: H: 12.1 x W: 14.3 x D: 19.7 cm (H: 4 3/4 in)

Wall Clock; Case maker Jacques Caffieri, French, 1678 - 1755, master 1714, Movement maker Julien Le Roy, French, 1686 - 1759, master 1713, Dial enamelled by Antoine-Nicolas Martiniere, French

Vase; Painted by Charles-Nicolas Dodin, French, 1734 - 1803, active at Sevres, France from 1754; Sevres, France, Europe; 1759; Soft paste porcelain, pink and green ground colors

Cabinet; Case by Guillaume Benneman, French, died 1811, Gilt-bronze mounts after models by Gilles-Francois Martin, French, about 1713 - 1795, Mounts cast by Etienne-Jean Forestier, French

Mantel Clock; Movement by Julien Le Roy, French, 1686 - 1759, master 1713, and dial enameled by Antoine-Nicolas Martiniere, French, 1706 - 1784, master 1720, Case by Unknown; Paris, France

George Biggin Signed and dated in black paint, lower right: Julius Ibbeston
George Biggin Signed and dated in black paint, lower right: " Julius Ibbeston pinx 1783", Julius Caesar Ibbetson, 1759-1817, British

A Packet Boat Under Sail in a Breeze off the South Foreland Signed and dated, lower left: " T. Luny 1780", Thomas Luny, 1759-1837, British

An Indiaman and a Two Decker Hove to, Said to be Thomas Dumar, Esq. in H.M. Ship Portland Delivering the Leeward Island Convoy, in 1776 Inscribed on floating plank of wood

Lake Windermere, Julius Caesar Ibbetson, 1759-1817, British

Langdale Pikes from Lowood, Julius Caesar Ibbetson, 1759-1817, British

A Stage Coach on a Country Road The Departure of a Coach Signed and dated in black paint, lower right: " JIbbetson | 1792", Julius Caesar Ibbetson, 1759-1817, British

Donkeys and Figures on a Beach, Julius Caesar Ibbetson, 1759-1817, British

English Ships Running before a Gale, Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

English Ships Under Sail in a Very Light Breeze Signed in brown paint, lower left: " C Brooking", Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

Ship wrecked on a rocky coast Signed in black paint, lower left: C. Brooking"
Ship wrecked on a rocky coast Signed in black paint, lower left: " C. Brooking", Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

Cutter Close Hauled in a Fresh Breeze, with Other Shipping, Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

A Smack Under Sail in a Light Breeze in a River, Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

Ship on Fire at Night Signed in black paint, lower left: C. Brooking"
Ship on Fire at Night Signed in black paint, lower left: " C. Brooking", Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

The Capture of the Marquis d Antin and the Louis Erasme"
The Capture of the " Marquis d Antin" and the " Louis Erasme", Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

Shipping in the English Channel English Shipping in a Breeze in the Channel, Evening, c.1755 Men O War off a Coast Man o War off a Coast" Signed in black paint, lower left: " C

An English Flagship Under Easy Sail in a Moderate Breeze, Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

A Cutter in a Strong Breeze Signed, lower left: C. B. Charles Brooking
A Cutter in a Strong Breeze Signed, lower left: " C. B.", Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

The Coast near Scheveningen with Fishing Pinks on the Shore Signed in black paint, lower right: " C Brooking", Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

A Lugger and a Smack in Light Airs Signed, lower left: C
A Lugger and a Smack in Light Airs Signed, lower left: " C. B.", Charles Brooking, 1723-1759, British

A Married Sailors Adieu, Julius Caesar Ibbetson, 1759-1817, British

The Shooting Party, Julius Caesar Ibbetson, 1759-1817, British

The Port of London Signed and dated in black paint, lower left: Luny | 1798
The Port of London Signed and dated in black paint, lower left: " Luny | 1798.", Thomas Luny, 1759-1837, British

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In the year 1759, history witnessed a multitude of remarkable events and creations that shaped our world. Among them were the Four Eddystone Lighthouses, standing tall against treacherous waves, guiding ships to safety with their unwavering light. It was also in this year that two literary giants emerged: Robert Burns and Mary Wollstonecraft. Burns enchanted us with his poetic prowess while Wollstonecraft challenged societal norms through her thought-provoking writings. The spirit of enlightenment prevailed as Dr. Pangloss from Voltaire's "Candide" spread his optimistic philosophy amidst a changing world. Meanwhile, Reynolds immortalized beauty on canvas with his masterpiece "Cleopatra, " featuring Kitty Fisher dissolving a precious pearl. Artistic expressions continued to flourish as Nasmyth captured the essence of Robert Burns in paint, revealing the poet's soul through brushstrokes. Opie portrayed Mary Wollstonecraft's strength and intellect on canvas, inspiring generations to come. Music found its prodigy in Handel even at an early age; his talent resonated throughout time and continues to enchant audiences today. Charles Simeon dedicated himself to spreading faith and hope during challenging times. Literature took us on adventures as Rasselas and Imlac dug deep into tunnels, symbolizing humanity's quest for meaning and purpose beyond material possessions. Amidst all these achievements, William Kirby (Howard) made significant contributions to entomology – unraveling nature's mysteries one insect at a time. The year 1759 serves as a testament to human ingenuity across various fields – from engineering marvels like lighthouses protecting lives at sea to artistic masterpieces capturing emotions frozen in time. It reminds us that each era leaves behind its own legacy for future generations to cherish and build upon.