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1820 Collection (#3)

In the year 1820, a wave of cultural and artistic movements swept across the globe, leaving behind a rich tapestry of history

Background image1820 Collection: illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666124 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background image1820 Collection: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the Virgin Mary holding a sleeping baby Jesus, c.1840

19th century, French, illustration, showing the Virgin Mary holding a sleeping baby Jesus, c.1840
3666108 19th century, French, illustration, showing the Virgin Mary holding a sleeping baby Jesus, c.1840; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration)

Background image1820 Collection: 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the Santa Maria Lauretana, c.1820

19th century woodcut illustration, showing the Santa Maria Lauretana, c.1820
3666100 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the Santa Maria Lauretana, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background image1820 Collection: Sofa and two chairs, Karelian birch, 1810-20

Sofa and two chairs, Karelian birch, 1810-20
BAL1935 Sofa and two chairs, Karelian birch, 1810-20; Private Collection

Background image1820 Collection: Racing scene from 1820, with thoroughbred horses and jockeys racing in front of a crowd of gentlemen

Racing scene from 1820, with thoroughbred horses and jockeys racing in front of a crowd of gentlemen
5912957 Racing scene from 1820, with thoroughbred horses and jockeys racing in front of a crowd of gentlemen, people in carriages. Color print after an engraving by I

Background image1820 Collection: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the birth of Jesus, c.1820

19th century, French, illustration, showing the birth of Jesus, c.1820
3666125 19th century, French, illustration, showing the birth of Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the birth of Jesus. Circa 1820.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background image1820 Collection: illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666114 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background image1820 Collection: illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666112 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background image1820 Collection: French, 18th century, allegorical illustration depicting laziness as a woman is seen laying on her

French, 18th century, allegorical illustration depicting laziness as a woman is seen laying on her bed
3666069 French, 18th century, allegorical illustration depicting laziness as a woman is seen laying on her bed; (add.info.: French, 19th century)

Background image1820 Collection: Queen Caroline Britain's best hope England's sheet anchor. On the anchor is written Magna Carter

Queen Caroline Britain's best hope England's sheet anchor. On the anchor is written Magna Carter, The People
527964 Queen Caroline Britain's best hope England's sheet anchor. On the anchor is written Magna Carter, The People, Bill of Rights, Constitution

Background image1820 Collection: Jean Francois de La Harpe (1739-1803)

Jean Francois de La Harpe (1739-1803)
863505 Jean Francois de La Harpe (1739-1803); (add.info.: Jean Francois de La Harpe (1739-1803) French poet and critic. Supported French Revolution of 1789 for a while

Background image1820 Collection: George IV (1762-1830)

George IV (1762-1830)
863749 George IV (1762-1830); (add.info.: George IV (1762-1830), son of George III, Prince Regent from 1811due to his father's illness. King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1820

Background image1820 Collection: A Dandy-Horse or Draisienne of the type fashionable in about 1820. Woodcut

A Dandy-Horse or Draisienne of the type fashionable in about 1820. Woodcut
530735 A Dandy-Horse or Draisienne of the type fashionable in about 1820. Woodcut; Universal History Archive/UIG

Background image1820 Collection: John Smeaton's adaptation of Newcome's steam engine, 1812 Engraving

John Smeaton's adaptation of Newcome's steam engine, 1812 Engraving
864433 John Smeaton's adaptation of Newcome's steam engine, 1812 Engraving; (add.info.: John Smeaton's (1724-92) English civil engineer

Background image1820 Collection: Illustration of a woman selling fresh lavender on the streets of London. Circa 1820

Illustration of a woman selling fresh lavender on the streets of London. Circa 1820
5617148 Illustration of a woman selling fresh lavender on the streets of London. Circa 1820; (add.info.: 02/02/1820); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background image1820 Collection: illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666123 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background image1820 Collection: Spanish, 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1810

Spanish, 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1810
3666104 Spanish, 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1810; (add.info.: Spanish, 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background image1820 Collection: Electrostatic machine used by J.Priestley

Electrostatic machine used by J.Priestley
865091 Electrostatic machine used by J.Priestley; (add.info.: Electrostatic machine used in his experiments by Joseph Priestley (1733-1804) English chemist, nonconformist clergyman and teacher

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dew
Fabrizio Daminelli

Background image1820 Collection: 1820 Yates Map Of Albany Circa 1770 Topography

1820 Yates Map Of Albany Circa 1770 Topography
1820, Yates Map of Albany circa 1770

Background image1820 Collection: 1820 Mogg Pocket Or Case Map Of London England

1820 Mogg Pocket Or Case Map Of London England
1820, Mogg Pocket or Case Map of London, England, 24 Miles around

Background image1820 Collection: 1820 Lizars Wall Map Of Asia In Two Panels Topography

1820 Lizars Wall Map Of Asia In Two Panels Topography
1820, Lizars Wall Map of Asia, in two panels

Background image1820 Collection: Map of Africa, 1820

Map of Africa, 1820. Showing Morocco, Barbary and the Sahara in the north, Soudan and Guinea in the west, Khoikhoi (Hottentots) and Bantu (Caffres) in the south, and Abyssinia and Sennaar in the east

Background image1820 Collection: Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx

Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx
FRIEDRICH ENGELS German political theorist working on Das Kapital with Marx Date: 1820 - 1895

Background image1820 Collection: Jean-Francois Berthelier Comedian Nadar Gaspard Felix

Jean-Francois Berthelier Comedian Nadar Gaspard Felix
Jean-Francois Berthelier, Comedian; Nadar, Gaspard Felix Tournachon (French, 1820 - 1910); Paris, France; 1856 - 1859; Salted paper print; 24.2 × 18.9 cm (9 1, 2 × 7 7, 16 in.)

Background image1820 Collection: St. Peters Church, Sark, Channel Islands, United Kingdom

St. Peters Church, Sark, Channel Islands, United Kingdom

Background image1820 Collection: Ireland, County Tipperary, Clonmel, Anne Street, 1820 Georgian buildings, doorway

Ireland, County Tipperary, Clonmel, Anne Street, 1820 Georgian buildings, doorway

Background image1820 Collection: Napoleon Embarking On The Bellerophon

Napoleon Embarking On The Bellerophon

Background image1820 Collection: Napoleon's Exile On St Helena, Longwood House

Napoleon's Exile On St Helena, Longwood House

Background image1820 Collection: Castle of Castel Rosso

Castle of Castel Rosso

Background image1820 Collection: Proclamation of the Constitution in Madrid, 1820

Proclamation of the Constitution in Madrid, 1820
Liberal Triennium (Trienio Liberal) (1820-1823). Proclamation of the Constitution in Madrid, 1820. Lithograph on paper by Godefroy Engelmann (1788-1839). Drawing by Eugene Lami (1800-1890)

Background image1820 Collection: Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852), circa 1820-1825

Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852), circa 1820-1825
Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852). 1st Duke of Wellington. British military and Prime Minister. Portrait attributed to John Jackson (1778-1831), circa 1820-1825. Lazaro Galdiano Museum. Madrid. Spain

Background image1820 Collection: Manuela Gonzalez Velazquez playing the piano, 1820-1821

Manuela Gonzalez Velazquez playing the piano, 1820-1821
Zacarias Gonzalez Velazquez (1763-1834). Spanish painter. Manuela Gonzalez Velazquez playing the piano, 1820-1821. Lazaro Galdiano Museum. Madrid. Spain

Background image1820 Collection: Poland, Krakow. Blessed Bronislawa Hill

Poland, Krakow. Blessed Bronislawa Hill. Kosciuszko Mound, erected by Cracovians between 1820 and 1823 in commemoration of the Polish national leader Tadeusz Kosciuszko

Background image1820 Collection: A Carriage used for Continental Travel

A Carriage used for Continental Travel - circa 1820 - in the collection of the City of Nottingham Art Museum. Date: circa 1910s

Background image1820 Collection: Seven Dials Column, Weybridge, Surrey

Seven Dials Column, Weybridge, Surrey
Weybridge, original Seven Dials Column from London re-erected in memory of the Duchess of York (d. 1820), Surrey Date: 1928

Background image1820 Collection: Italian Archways

Italian Archways
This engraving shows a pair of large archways linking an enclosed city area in Italy, figures can be seen conversing in the foreground. Date: circa 1820

Background image1820 Collection: Lassetters Advertisement

Lassetters Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Lassetters, the fashion house of reliability and quality, founded in 1820. The large illustration shows a decoratively dressed lady with a parosol

Background image1820 Collection: Karl Marx with Friedrich Engels and family members

Karl Marx with Friedrich Engels and family members
Karl Marx (1818-1883), German philosopher, political economist, historian, political theorist, sociologist, communist and revolutionary (right)

Background image1820 Collection: Friedrich Engels

Friedrich Engels (1820-1895), German social scientist, writer, political theorist, philosopher, and (with Karl Marx) father of communist theory. Date: late 19th century

Background image1820 Collection: Lea Hurst, home of Florence Nightingale

Lea Hurst, home of Florence Nightingale
Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father. Although it was not deemed suitable for ladies of Florence's social standing to become

Background image1820 Collection: Florence Nightingale's carriage

Florence Nightingale's carriage
The nursing carriage that accompanied Miss Florence Nightingale through the Crimean War. Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father

Background image1820 Collection: The yard at the Bull and Mouth Inn, in St Martins-le-Grand, London. Date: circa 1820

The yard at the Bull and Mouth Inn, in St Martins-le-Grand, London. Date: circa 1820

Background image1820 Collection: Bernard Barton Circa Quaker Poet Who Published

Bernard Barton Circa Quaker Poet Who Published
bernard, barton, circa, quaker, poet, who, published, volumes, stuff, seaweeds, convict, appeal, verses, death, shelley, convict's, 1820, history, historical, 10152092

Background image1820 Collection: CHAPEL OF DEATH

CHAPEL OF DEATH
The macabre Chapel of the Church of Death, decorated with skeletons and skulls. Is this an actual place, or a surreal fantasy ? Date: circa 1820

Background image1820 Collection: ORGANISED DOG FIGHTING

ORGANISED DOG FIGHTING
Two dogs fight, encouraged by their owners, in front of a large betting crowd shouting for the death of one or other. What fun...how humane.... Date: 1820

Background image1820 Collection: Dr Syntax present at a coffee house quarrel at Bath. Date: 1820

Dr Syntax present at a coffee house quarrel at Bath. Date: 1820

Background image1820 Collection: Dr Syntax lamenting the loss of his wife

Dr Syntax lamenting the loss of his wife. Date: 1820




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In the year 1820, a wave of cultural and artistic movements swept across the globe, leaving behind a rich tapestry of history. The New Athenaeum Club emerged as a hub for intellectual exchange and social gatherings in this era, fostering creativity and innovation. Renowned Mexican artist Diego Rivera unveiled his masterpiece "Man, Controller of" during this period. Through his thought-provoking artwork, he explored themes of power dynamics and human agency. English poet John Clare captured the essence of his time through an oil on canvas painting created by William Hilton in 1820. This evocative piece serves as a window into the emotions and experiences that defined early 19th-century England. Horse racing galloped onto the scene with fervor in 1820, captivating audiences with its adrenaline-fueled competitions. The thrill and elegance associated with this sport became emblematic of the era's fascination with speed and competition. Francisco de Goya's enigmatic painting "The Great He-Goat" captivated viewers' imaginations between 1820 to 1823. Its haunting imagery challenged societal norms while reflecting Goya's unique perspective on humanity's darker aspects. London Gin Palace became synonymous with luxury and indulgence during this time. As establishments dedicated to serving gin-based beverages flourished across London, they became iconic symbols of opulence amidst an evolving urban landscape. The artistry extended beyond Europe's borders as well; Shuntei Katsukawa depicted Ichijo Jiro Tadanori battling Notonokami Noritsune in a woodblock print from around 1820. This portrayal showcases Japan's rich samurai culture while capturing their spirit of honor and bravery. Across the Atlantic Ocean, Brooklyn experienced winter magic immortalized by Louisa Ann Coleman after Francis Guy’s oil paintings from c1817-1820. These scenes transport us back to a simpler time when nature painted landscapes with a serene beauty.