1720s Collection

Boys on an 18th century fire engine, Wirksworth
Boys playing on an 18th century fire engine at Wirksworth, Derbyshire. It was believed to be the oldest fire engine in England, dating back to 1721, made by Newsome

Aqueduct built in the 1720s and 1730s to bring water from nearby springs to Santiago de Queretaro (Queretaro), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Queretaro, Queretaro State, Mexico, North America

The female Pirates Mary Read and Anne Bonny
3479884 The female Pirates Mary Read and Anne Bonny; (add.info.: The female Pirates Mary Read and Anne Bonny. From a print originally published in 1720)

Thomas Gray (engraving)
1577390 Thomas Gray (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Thomas Gray (1716-1771) was an English poet, letter writer. He is generally considered the second most important poet of the 18th century

Captain Gabriel de Cileu (engraving)
1574583 Captain Gabriel de Cileu (engraving); (add.info.: French naval captain Gabriel de Clieu (c1687-1774) using precious water supply to keep alive a plant of Coffea arabica from the Jardin des

Selfportrait, c1720. Creator: Martin van Meytens
Selfportrait, c1720

Crucified Christ, c.1720. Creator: Unknown
Crucified Christ, c.1720

Portrait of a Man in Armor, between c.1710 and c.1720. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Man in Armor, between c.1710 and c.1720

Raja Medini Pal (Reigned 1722-1736) of Basohli Being Presented with a Falcon, c1725. Creator: Unknown
Raja Medini Pal (Reigned 1722-1736) of Basohli Being Presented with a Falcon, c1725

Robe à la française (gown and petticoat), Europe, c.1725. Stomacher: c.1735. Creator: Unknown
Robe a la francaise (gown and petticoat), Europe, c.1725. Stomacher: c.1735

Portrait of a Woman (image 3 of 6), c1725. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman (image 3 of 6), c1725

Adventures of Two Travelling Priests, Folio from a "Panchakhyana" (Jain Recensio... c1725. Creator: Unknown)
Adventures of Two Travelling Priests, Folio from a "Panchakhyana" (Jain Recension of the Panchatantra) Series, c1725

Dalliance in Vrindavan, c1725. Creator: Unknown
Dalliance in Vrindavan, c1725

The Reversal of Roles, Episodes from the Krishna Lila (The Play of Krishna)... c1725. Creator: Unknown
The Reversal of Roles, Episodes from the Krishna Lila (The Play of Krishna), Folio from a Sur Sagar (The Ocean of Sur Das) (image 2 of 11), c1725

Young Girl Chasing Fleas, c1720s. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Lebel
Young Girl Chasing Fleas, c1720s

Hiranyakasipu About to Decapitate Prahlada, Folio from a Bhagavata Purana... c1725. Creator: Unknown
Hiranyakasipu About to Decapitate Prahlada, Folio from a Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of the Lord), c1725

Still Life with Dead Game, 1720-1729. Creator: Jan Baptiste Govaerts
Still Life with Dead Game, 1720-1729

Two dogs and two parrots on a balcony, 1724. Creator: Philip Thelott
Two dogs and two parrots on a balcony, 1724

Still life with fruits, 1714-1760. Creator: Michiel van Huysum
Still life with fruits, 1714-1760

Camp Scene, between 1725 and 1781. Creator: Christian Rugendas
Camp Scene, between 1725 and 1781

Still life with fruits, 1700-1800. Creator: Jan de Bruyn
Still life with fruits, 1700-1800

Bust of Neptune, between 1725 and 1727. Creator: Lambert-Sigisbert Adam
Bust of Neptune, between 1725 and 1727

Portrait of Dirck Helmbreeker, 1700-1750. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Portrait of Dirck Helmbreeker, 1700-1750

Portrait of the painter Abraham de Ridder, 1678-c.1788. Creator: Anon
Portrait of the painter Abraham de Ridder, 1678-c.1788

The Flower Vendor, c1720s. Creator: Nishimura Shigenobu
The Flower Vendor, c1720s

Landscape with Ruins and a Headless Statue, after 1720. Creator: Marco Ricci
Landscape with Ruins and a Headless Statue, after 1720

Miracles of Saint Salvador de Horta (Milagros del beato Salvador de Horta) (image 1 of 4), c1720

Miracles of Saint Salvador de Horta (Milagros del beato Salvador de Horta) (image 2 of 4), c1720

Miracles of Saint Salvador de Horta (Milagros del beato Salvador de Horta) (image 3 of 4), c1720

Shaiva Shrines in a Landscape (image 1 of 3), between 1700 and 1725. Creator: Anon
Shaiva Shrines in a Landscape (image 1 of 3), between 1700 and 1725

Five butterflies, c. 1677-c. 1726. Creator: Herman Henstenburgh
Five butterflies, c. 1677-c. 1726

Hyacinth Margrave Charles of Baden Durlach, 1720-1729. Creator: Hendrik Budde
Hyacinth Margrave Charles of Baden Durlach, 1720-1729

View of Blaricum, 1725-1800. Creator: Anon
View of Blaricum, 1725-1800

Two birds, including a red-green parrot, 1720-1792. Creator: Aert Schouman
Two birds, including a red-green parrot, 1720-1792. Above: Moluccan parrot (Lorius Galgulus) [Loriculus galgulus?]. Below: Purple-Breasted Botinga (Cotinga Cotinga)

Portrait of Major General Paul Mascarene, 1729. Creator: John Smibert
Portrait of Major General Paul Mascarene, 1729

Time Ravishing Beauty, between c.1700 and c.1725. Creator: Giovanni Baratta
Time Ravishing Beauty, between c.1700 and c.1725

Eques. Bernardinus (image 1 of 2), 1725. Creator: Massimiliano Soldani
Eques. Bernardinus (image 1 of 2), 1725

Elephant Combat, c1725. Creator: Unknown
Elephant Combat, c1725

Emperor Aurangzeb (reigned 1658-1707), c1725. Creator: Unknown
Emperor Aurangzeb (reigned 1658-1707), c1725

Krishna with the Gopas, between c1720 and c1730. Creator: Unknown
Krishna with the Gopas, between c1720 and c1730

Krishna Breaks the Cart, Folio from a Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of the Lord), c1725. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Breaks the Cart, Folio from a Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of the Lord), c1725

Prince and Princess in the Guise of Krishna and Radha Drinking on a Terrace, c1725. Creator: Unknown
Prince and Princess in the Guise of Krishna and Radha Drinking on a Terrace, c1725

Desakhya Ragini, the Third Wife of Hindola Raga, Folio from a Ragamala... between c1700 and c1730. Creator: Unknown
Desakhya Ragini, the Third Wife of Hindola Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1700 and c1730

Vrindavan Gosain, c1725. Creator: Unknown
Vrindavan Gosain, c1725

Patamanjari Ragini, the Fourth Wife of Bhairava Raga, Folio from a Ragamala... between 1700-1750. Creator: Unknown
Patamanjari Ragini, the Fourth Wife of Bhairava Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between 1700 and 1750

Floral Bouquet (image 3 of 3), between 1700 and 1750. Creator: Unknown
Floral Bouquet (image 3 of 3), between 1700 and 1750

Maharaja Kesari Singh (Kesava Sen, 1574-1604), c1725. Creator: Unknown
Maharaja Kesari Singh (Kesava Sen, 1574-1604), c1725

A Lady at Her Toilette, c1720. Creator: Unknown
A Lady at Her Toilette, c1720

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Step back in time to the 1720s, a fascinating era filled with diverse cultural and historical moments. In Wirksworth, England, young boys can be seen enthusiastically operating an 18th-century fire engine, showcasing their bravery and determination. Meanwhile, in Santiago de Queretaro, Mexico, an impressive aqueduct stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess - built during the 1720s and 1730s to bring water from nearby springs to the city. Art lovers will appreciate William Hogarth's masterpiece "The Lottery, " which captures the excitement and anticipation of this popular pastime during that period. Philippe Mercier's painting "A Girl Knitting" offers a glimpse into everyday life as we witness a young girl skillfully crafting her own garments. As we delve deeper into history, Bridewell Palace emerges as one of King Henry VIII's early residences before being repurposed by the City of London Corporation as an orphanage and correctional facility for wayward women. Across continents in Native America, lacrosse becomes a thrilling sport played by indigenous communities - showcasing their athleticism and rich cultural heritage. The Turkish Ambassador of 1721 signifies diplomatic relations between nations during this time when global connections were flourishing. In London's bustling streets, William Hogarth leaves his mark through his trade card as an engraver - highlighting the importance of artistry in society. On Russian soil, St Nicholas Church (1724) in Sidorovskoye village stands proudly alongside Saint Basil the Great Church on Yedka (1721) in Kulemesovo village - both architectural marvels that have stood against the test of time. Finally, Seaton Delaval Hall (1728) graces Northumberland with its grandeur - serving as a reminder of aristocratic splendor within English society. The 1720s encapsulate an era where innovation meets tradition.