John Smith Collection (#3)

Captain John Smith, Virginia colonist, 1624, (1893). Smith (1580-1631) established the first permanent English colony in North America, at Jamestown, Virginia, in 1607

Landscape, c1750. Artist: John Smith
Landscape, c1750. From The Connoisseur Vol LXI, [Otto Limited, London, 1921]

Part of Captain John Smiths map of New England, 17th century (c1880). A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume I, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880

Captain John Smith taken prisoner by the Indians, Virgina, 1607 (c1880). John Smith, a member of the Jamestown colony in Virginia, was captured by Native Americans and brought before their chief

Pocahontas saves Captain Smiths life, 1607 (c1880). John Smith, a member of the Jamestown colony in Virginia, after being captured by Native Americans and brought before their chief, Powhatan

Powhatan in state, 1607 (c1880). Powhatan, the Native American chief as he appeared when Captain John Smith was brought to him as a prisoner

Second Oriental Head reverse copy 18th century
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John Smith after Jonathan Richardson, Sr. (active early 19th century), John Lord Sommers, 1713, mezzotint on laid paper

John Smith after Jan van der Vaart (English, probably 1652 - 1742), Queen Mary, 1690, mezzotint on laid paper

John Smith after Godfried Schalcken (English, probably 1652 - 1742), Godfried Schalcken, c. 1694, mezzotint on laid paper

Portrait of Thomas Killigrew, Jan van der Vaart, John Smith, 1662 - 1721

Statue of Governor John Smith, Jamestown Settlement, Jamestown, Virginia, United States

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Baptism of Pocahontas as a Christian in Jamestown, Virginia Colony. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Chief Powhatan of Virginia, father of Pocahontas, 1607. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction from John Smiths account, " The Generall Historie of Virginia..." 1624

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Captain John Smith, colonizer of Jamestown. Hand-colored engraving

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Title page of John Smiths " General Historie of Virginia, New England, and the Summer Isles..." printed in 1624. Woodcut with a watercolor wash

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"John Smith: A Legacy of Family, Adventure, and Artistic Expression" In this captivating collection of images and artworks spanning centuries, we catch glimpses into the life and experiences of a man named John Smith. From his early years captured in an exquisite portrait alongside his beloved wife Elizabeth Smith and their daughters Sarah Smith with her striking red top, to his thrilling pursuits on two wheels as seen in the Junior Manx Grand Prix races of 1949 astride an AJS motorcycle. But John's adventures didn't stop there; he continued to push boundaries and embrace new challenges. In 2014, he fearlessly took part in the Formula Two Classic TT race riding a Yamaha bike, showcasing both his passion for speed and timeless determination. And let us not forget his earlier triumphs on a Norton motorcycle during the 1953 Junior Manx Grand Prix. Yet beyond being an adrenaline enthusiast, John possessed a deep appreciation for art. The work by Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin from 1806 immortalizes him with remarkable detail – a testament to both artist and subject. Another artwork reveals Isabella, Duchess of Grafton from 1692 created by none other than our very own John Smith himself. However, not all depictions are serene or celebratory; one engraving shows Smith engaged in conflict as he valiantly defends against an assailant while another portrays him amidst Native Americans as "a Captive among the Indians. " These engravings remind us that life is composed of contrasting moments - some filled with joyous harmony while others demand courage in adversity. And finally, we encounter scenes where nature intertwines with history - Conway Castle majestically standing tall while John Smith The Blind Harper serenades its surroundings through delicate pencil strokes. Additionally, we witness acts of justice as depicted in "John Smith returning the stolen Hides, " reminding us that integrity remains at the core of his character.