Modern Age Collection (page 2)

Daughter of Boyar Great Duke of Moscow in the Modern Age, color engraving 1870

Polish Princess, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Lord of the Court of Ethiopia, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Peasant Woman from Lombardy, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Vincentian Noble Lady, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Princess of Bavaria, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Woman from Villettri, near Rome, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Prussian housekeeper with a party dress, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Great Swiss personage, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Noble lady of Antwerp, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Young at Cologne, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Distinguished Turkish woman in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Noble Lady of Venice, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Noble Lady of northern Germany, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Grand Duchess of Venice, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Duke of Venice, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Venetian young woman and child in the Modern Age, color engraving 1870

Japanese officer in street clothes, color engraving 1870

Young woman from Hardanger (Norway), color engraving 1870

Greek Lady, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Turkish Princess, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Mulatto woman from Martinique island, Color engraving 1870

Women from Vialka (Russia) color engraving 1870

Woman from Kaluga (Russia) color engraving 1870

Man from Valencia, color engraving 1870

Circassian young man, color engraving 1870

Hindustan dancer woman, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Woman from Cervera (Kingdom of Naples), color engraving 1870

Young woman from the Canton Unterwald (Switzerland), color engraving 1870

Greek Dancer woman, color engraving 1870

Chemakha woman, color engraving 1870

Greek Princess, color engraving 1870

Khatchadour D Hohannes, officer of the Royal Prince of Persia, color engraving 1870

Florist in Hamburg, color engraving 1870

Dutch gardener woman, color engraving 1870

English ladies, color engraving 1870

Lady from Cairo, color engraving 1870

Woman from Salamanca, color engraving 1870

Young woman in the Canton of Thurgovie (Switzerland), color engraving 1870

Young woman in the Canton of Fribourg (Switzerland), color engraving 1870

Young woman from Mallorca, color engraving 1870

Cadiz woman, color engraving 1870

Torero (Bullfighter), color engraving 1870

Arab women in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Indian man of North America, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Mandarin Chinese man, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Wife of a Mandarin Chinese man, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Circassian princess, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

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The modern age, a time of great innovation and enlightenment, has been shaped by the brilliant minds of individuals such as Benjamin Franklin and Antoine Laurent Lavoisier. Franklin's utilization of the printing press revolutionized communication, enabling knowledge to spread far and wide. Meanwhile, Lavoisier's groundbreaking work in chemistry uncovered the true composition of water, unraveling one of nature's mysteries. In this historic era, we also find remarkable figures like Johann Sebastian Bach and Blaise Pascal. Bach's musical genius transcended borders, leaving an indelible mark on German composition. Pascal, on the other hand, was a polymath who excelled in mathematics, physics, and philosophy - his contributions continue to inspire generations. Literature flourished during this period with masterpieces like "Don Quixote" by Miguel de Cervantes. This Spanish literary gem captivated readers with its imaginative narrative that explored themes of chivalry and madness. Philosophy thrived as well thanks to thinkers like René Descartes and Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Descartes' famous quote "I think therefore I am" encapsulates his profound ideas about consciousness and existence. Rousseau delved into political theory with works like "The Social Contract, " challenging conventional notions about society. Artistic expressions mirrored societal changes during this time too; from portraits capturing the grandeur of Louis XIV to depictions of everyday life such as Ugolino Martelli's painting showcasing ordinary people engaged in their daily activities. As we reflect upon these glimpses into history - be it through scientific breakthroughs or artistic creations - we recognize how they have paved the way for our modern age filled with boundless possibilities for progress and discovery.