Grand Tour Collection

A Capriccio of the Roman Forum, 1741 (oil on canvas)
3366978 A Capriccio of the Roman Forum, 1741 (oil on canvas) by Pannini or Panini, Giovanni Paolo (1691/2-1765); 170.8x217.8 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; Italian

General William Gordon of Fyvie, 1766 (1736-1816)
NTS28433 General William Gordon of Fyvie, 1766 (1736-1816) by Batoni, Pompeo Girolamo (1708-87); Fyvie Castle, Scotland, UK; (add.info)

View of the island of Stromboli taken by Monsieur Fabris, 1776
View of the island of Stromboli taken by Monsieur Fabris, Plate XXXVII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

View of Mount Etna from Catania, 1776
View of Mount Etna from Catania, Plate XXXVI, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (hand coloured engraving)

The Golden Tower, Seville, Spain, from Spanish Pictures by Reverend Samuel Manning
KW268382 The Golden Tower, Seville, Spain, from Spanish Pictures by Reverend Samuel Manning, published in 1870 (engraving) by English School

Tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii
2628596 Tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii.; (add.info.: Illustration showing tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii, in Italy, during their 'Grand Tour' of Europe)

The Amphitheatre at Pompeii
2628578 The Amphitheatre at Pompeii.; (add.info.: 19th century drawing of the Amphitheatre at Pompeii, Italy. The Amphitheatre of Pompeii is the oldest surviving Roman amphitheatre)

Tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii
2628602 Tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii.; (add.info.: Illustration showing tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii, in Italy, during their 'Grand Tour' of Europe)

British gentlemen on the Grand Tour opening an ancient classical tomb and pilfering vases, urns, and other treasures
FLO4974651 British gentlemen on the Grand Tour opening an ancient classical tomb and pilfering vases, urns, and other treasures. As desrcibed by Sir William Hamilton

Tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii
2628603 Tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii.; (add.info.: Illustration showing tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii, in Italy, during their 'Grand Tour' of Europe)

Roman Triumphal Arch, Latachia in Syria, from 'Views in the Ottoman Dominions', 1810 (coloured aquatint)
STC132692 Roman Triumphal Arch, Latachia in Syria, from 'Views in the Ottoman Dominions', 1810 (coloured aquatint) by Mayer, Luigi (fl.1776-92); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection.

The tourists visiting the Roman ruins
2628579 The tourists visiting the Roman ruins.; (add.info.: 19th century drawing of the tourists visiting the Roman ruins at Pompeii, Italy)

The Roman ruins at Pompeii
2628592 The Roman ruins at Pompeii.; (add.info.: Title page illustration from a book of illustrations of the Roman ruins at Pompeii in Italy, circa 1840.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

View of the Temple of Vesta, the Pyramid of Cestius and other buildings in Rome, 1745-1794. Creator: Anon
View of the Temple of Vesta, the Pyramid of Cestius and other buildings in Rome, 1745-1794

View of the ruins of Trajan's Column, the Arch of Constantine and other monuments... 1745-1794. Creator: Anon
View of the ruins of Trajan's Column, the Arch of Constantine and other monuments in Rome, 1745-1794

'An Autumn Trip in the Mediterranean on Board a P. and O. Boat. - The Amateur Photographer at Work Creator: Unknown
'An Autumn Trip in the Mediterranean on Board a P. and O. Boat. - The Amateur Photographer at Work, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42

Giro D'italia Grand Tour Cycling Race
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La Vuelta Grand Tour Cycling Race
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Tour De France Grand Tour Cycling Race
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Vintage Style Tour De France Grand Tour Cycling Race
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1975 Tour De France Grand Tour Cycling Race
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Vehicles of the Tour De France
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Bicycles of the World
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King of the Mountains Tour De France Stage
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Tour of California Bicycle Race
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The History of the Bicycle
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King of the Mountains Polka Dot Jersey
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Lion On a Bicycle
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Tour De France Bike Race
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Vintage Downhill Cyclist On Bike
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Vintage Uphill Cyclist On Bike
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Fixie Bicycles
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Velodrome
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Mont Saint Michel
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Isometric Bicycle
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Vintage Bikes
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18x24 Anatomy
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18x24 Bicycles of the World
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Vintage La Vuelta Cyclist On Bike
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Vintage Style Giro D'italia Cyclist On a Bike
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Vintage Style La Vuelta Cyclist On a Bike With Spnish Flag
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Vintage Style Tour De France Cyclist On a Bike With French Flagjpg
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Vintage Style Giro D'italia Cyclist On a Bike With Italian Flag
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Six European guests outside the Suez Hotel, Cairo, 1880s (albumen print)
STC247573 Six European guests outside the Suez Hotel, Cairo, 1880s (albumen print) by English Photographer, (19th century); 21.6x15.1 cm; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn (1748-89), Thomas Apperley (1734-1819) and Captain Edward Hamilton, 1768 (oil on canvas)
NGW184241 Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn (1748-89), Thomas Apperley (1734-1819) and Captain Edward Hamilton, 1768 (oil on canvas) by Batoni

The Bay of Naples, c.1778 (oil on canvas)
NGW238896 The Bay of Naples, c.1778 (oil on canvas) by Jones, Thomas (1743-1803); 103.2x156.8 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

The Falls of Terni, 1767 (oil on canvas)
NGW239400 The Falls of Terni, 1767 (oil on canvas) by Patch, Thomas (1720-82); National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Rome and the Ponte Molle, 1754 (oil on canvas)
NGW2101 Rome and the Ponte Molle, 1754 (oil on canvas) by Wilson, Richard (1713/14-82); 97.2x133.3 cm; National Museum Wales; (add.info.: by Richard Wilson); National Museums & Galleries of Wales

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"Embarking on a Grand Tour: Exploring the Treasures of Europe and Beyond" Step into the world of 18th-century travelers as they embarked on their grand tours, seeking knowledge, culture, and adventure. A Capriccio of the Roman Forum, painted in 1741 by an unknown artist, captures the essence of this journey - a vibrant collage of ancient ruins that ignited curiosity and imagination. General William Gordon of Fyvie stands proudly in his portrait from 1766. This Scottish military leader epitomizes the noble gentlemen who undertook these voyages to broaden their horizons. His gaze hints at the anticipation felt before setting foot on foreign lands. Monsieur Fabris' photograph from 1776 transports us to Stromboli's island, where fiery eruptions mesmerized tourists. The view extends further to Mount Etna in Catania, showcasing nature's raw power alongside human fascination with its beauty. Reverend Samuel Manning takes us to Seville through his depiction of The Golden Tower. This Spanish landmark symbolizes both historical richness and architectural brilliance - a testament to Europe's diverse cultural heritage encountered during these journeys. Sir Gregory Page-Turner gazes confidently in his portrait from 1768; he represents those who sought not only intellectual enrichment but also social connections across borders. These encounters would shape diplomatic relations for years to come. The Temple of Philae beckons viewers with its majestic presence captured in an oil painting from 1868. As one explores this Egyptian marvel along the Nile River, it becomes evident how ancient civilizations influenced European art and culture during this period. In The Antiquaries painting on panel, we witness scholars engrossed in studying artifacts collected during their travels - evidence that these grand tours were not just leisurely pursuits but also scholarly endeavors contributing to our understanding of history today.