1740s Collection (page 5)

Birds and Snakes, Plate 62, from Locupletissimi Rerum Naturalium Thesauri Accurata
986229 Birds and Snakes, Plate 62, from Locupletissimi Rerum Naturalium Thesauri Accurata Descriptio, 1734-1765 (hand-coloured engraving) by Dutch School

The Flayed Angel, c. 1745 (varnished colour mezzotint)
985795 The Flayed Angel, c.1745 (varnished colour mezzotint) by Gautier d Agoty, Jacques-Fabien (1710-81); 53.5x39.5 (folio) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Flayed Angel; L Ange Anatomique)

Map of the world, 1744 (engraving)
985756 Map of the world, 1744 (engraving) by Seutter, Georg MatthAaus (1678-1757); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the world. From Atlas novus.... Georg Matthaus Seutter (1678-1757)

Portrait of John Lindsay, 20th Earl of Crawford and Lindsay, full length
824181 Portrait of John Lindsay, 20th Earl of Crawford and Lindsay, full length, in Hussar Uniform, holding a Flintlock Musket, a Landscape beyond, c.1745 (oil on canvas) by Scottish School

A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane
652140 A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane, All Small Full-Length, Playing with an Elaborate Dog-Cart, in the Grounds of a Country House

Educational Set of Squares, 1743-1744 (printed cards)
986181 Educational Set of Squares, 1743-1744 (printed cards) by English School, (18th century); 5x6 (each) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Educational Set of Squares)

Double Portrait of Henry Penruddocke Wyndham and his Brother Wandham
824214 Double Portrait of Henry Penruddocke Wyndham and his Brother Wandham, three-quarter-length, 1743 (oil on canvas) by Highmore

Battle of Culloden, 16 April 1746
Scene at the Battle of Culloden, near Inverness, Scotland, 16 April 1746. 1746

Anxious to Please - Le Desir De Plaire. 1743

Map of London by John Rocque, 1745. 1745

Charles Edward Stuart, the Young Pretender
Charles Edward Stuart (1720-1788), the Young Pretender, also known as Bonnie Prince Charlie. 1745

King Louis XV of France (1710-1774). 1741

British Military Uniform - Royal English Fusiliers. 1742

View of the City from Somerset House Gardens, London. 1747

The City of Prague, now in the Czech Republic. 1742

The City of Egra, West Bengal, NE India
The City of Egra, West Bengal, north east India. 1742

Crown Prince of Sweden meeting Emperor of Russia
The Crown Prince of Sweden meeting the Emperor of Russia at Abo (Turku, now in Finland). Probably at the time of the Treaty of Abo, marking the end of the Russo-Swedish War (1741-1743). 18th century

Knot porter 1746
Knot porter from London, carrying lots of parcels on his back. 1746

A Scottish Jacobite Soldier playing the bagpipes. circa 1745

Bonnie Prince Charlie in hiding in the moors of Scotland
Bonnie Prince Charlie (1720-1788) - the elder son of James Francis Edward Stuart, grandson of James II and VII, and the Stuart claimant to the throne of Great Britain in hiding in a cave in Scotland

La View, La Vie, c. 1737-1746 (etching)
1195455 La View, La Vie, c. 1737-1746 (etching) by Bouchardon, Edme(1698-1762); 32.3x24.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

The South East Prospect Of London (engraving)
2905833 The South East Prospect Of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South East Prospect Of London. From the Tower to London Bridge)

Simon Lord Lovat (engraving)
2905764 Simon Lord Lovat (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Simon Lord Lovat. From the Original by Hogarth)

Portrait of Raja Devi Chand of Kahlur (Bilaspur), c. 1745-1750 (w / c on paper)
1196859 Portrait of Raja Devi Chand of Kahlur (Bilaspur), c.1745-1750 (w/c on paper) by Nainsukh (c.1710-78) (attr. to); 14.7x10.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

Rubus, 1744 (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour on vellum)
651791 Rubus, 1744 (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour on vellum) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); 52x36.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rubus. Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770)

The Archbold Children: A Group Portrait of a Little Boy, Full Length Wearing a Beige Coat
824248 The Archbold Children: A Group Portrait of a Little Boy, Full Length Wearing a Beige Coat, Dark Blue Gold-Embroidered Waistcoat, and Tricorn Hat and Playing a Violin, and His Sister

The Campo San Gallo, Venice, c. 1740s (oil on canvas)
827829 The Campo San Gallo, Venice, c.1740s (oil on canvas) by Marieschi, Michele (1696-1743); 98.5x137.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Campo San Gallo, Venice)

The Shrimp Girl (engraving)
2905816 The Shrimp Girl (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shrimp Girl)

3 Characters 4 Caricaturas (engraving)
2905760 3 Characters 4 Caricaturas (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: 3 Characters 4 Caricaturas)

Genista (Broom), 1737-1745 (engraved and mezzotint plate
986424 Genista (Broom), 1737-1745 (engraved and mezzotint plate, printed in colours and finished by) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70) (after); 45.5x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate XII from The Stolen Pail (La Secchia Rapita) by Alessandro Tassoni
986331 Plate XII from The Stolen Pail (La Secchia Rapita) by Alessandro Tassoni, 1744 (engraving) by Zucchi (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Chinese Teal, 1746 (hand-coloured etching)
986235 Chinese Teal, 1746 (hand-coloured etching) by Edwards, George (1694-1773); 29.6x23.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Teal)

Map of the Americas, 1744 (engraving)
985757 Map of the Americas, 1744 (engraving) by Seutter, Georg MatthAaus (1678-1757); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Americas. From Atlas novus.... Georg Matthaus Seutter (1678-1757)

Portrait of William Perry with the Colosseum beyond
CH35216 Portrait of William Perry with the Colosseum beyond by David, Antonio (1698-1750); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Group of Dissected Hands, 1745-46 (colour mezzotint)
1764835 A Group of Dissected Hands, 1745-46 (colour mezzotint) by Gautier d Agoty, Jacques-Fabien (1710-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Group of Dissected Hands)

Gormalar Ragini, c. 1740 (gouache and gold paint on paper)
1196847 Gormalar Ragini, c. 1740 (gouache and gold paint on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 30.9x23.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Anatomical Head, from Myologie complete en couleur et grandeur naturelle
986275 Anatomical Head, from Myologie complete en couleur et grandeur naturelle, 1746 (colour print) by Gautier d Agoty, Jacques-Fabien (1710-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anatomical Head)

San Marco and the Doges Palace, Venice, from the Piazza San Marco, c
827828 San Marco and the Doges Palace, Venice, from the Piazza San Marco, c.1740s (oil on canvas) by Canaletto, (Giovanni Antonio Canal) (1697-1768); 58.5x103 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Nymph Leaning on a Cornucopia, and Subsidiary Studies of her Hands
827566 A Nymph Leaning on a Cornucopia, and Subsidiary Studies of her Hands, one holding an apple, (black, red and white chalk on light brown paper) by Natoire

The Battle of the pictures (engraving)
2905784 The Battle of the pictures (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of the pictures)

Portrait of a Lady, Three-Quarter Length, Dressed as a Pilgrim
659326 Portrait of a Lady, Three-Quarter Length, Dressed as a Pilgrim, and Wearing a Blue Lined Straw Hat and Feather, 1747 (oil on canvas) by Lagrenee

Simon Pease, c. 1749 (oil on canvas)
466441 Simon Pease, c.1749 (oil on canvas) by Feke, Robert (c.1701-52); 128.3 x 102.5 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C

Portrait of a Lady Holding a Lotus, c. 1740-1750 (w / c on pink coloured paper)
1196695 Portrait of a Lady Holding a Lotus, c. 1740-1750 (w/c on pink coloured paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 35x26.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

Volier dans Castellazo, 1743 (hand coloured engraving)
985953 Volier dans Castellazo, 1743 (hand coloured engraving) by Re, Marc Antonio dal (1697-1766); 36.5x23.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Volier dans Castellazo)

A Meissen pipe-bowl modelled as a seated pug-dog, c. 1745 (porcelain)
1766872 A Meissen pipe-bowl modelled as a seated pug-dog, c.1745 (porcelain) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Manuscript Map of the Southern Portion of the Red Sea from the Horn of Africa
828313 Manuscript Map of the Southern Portion of the Red Sea from the Horn of Africa and Yemen up to Jiddah, c.1740 (ink and wash on paper) by French School

The Bacino di San Marco, Venice, looking west, c. 1740s (oil on canvas)
827854 The Bacino di San Marco, Venice, looking west, c.1740s (oil on canvas) by Joli, Antonio (1700-77); 55.3x97.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bacino di San Marco, Venice, looking west)

Frontispiece from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds
986234 Frontispiece from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of some other rare and undescribed Animals, .. 1739-1751 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Edwards

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Step back in time to the vibrant 1740s, a decade filled with captivating events and remarkable individuals. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of George Whitefield preaching at Moorfields Fair in 1742, his powerful words resonating through the bustling crowd. Explore London's Bloomsbury and Holborn districts through an enchanting map from 1746, marveling at the intricate details that bring this historic city to life. Intrigue awaits as Margaret Murray recruits for the Jacobites in 1745, her persuasive charm drawing supporters to their cause. Immerse yourself in art with a hand-colored etching of Laurel Tree from 1731-1743, its delicate beauty capturing nature's essence. Embark on a whimsical adventure alongside Jack Spriggins and the Enchanted Bean, where imagination knows no bounds. Delve into industrial history with a plan of Cowden Furnace in Kent, observing how it shaped lives during this era. Bonnie Prince Charlie emerges as a central figure during these tumultuous times; his presence evokes both admiration and controversy. Discover the diverse uniforms worn by Worcestershire Regiment soldiers - each one representing loyalty and honor. The world of theater comes alive with Richardson, Johnson, and Garrick gracing Tunbridge Wells' stages - their performances leaving audiences spellbound. Experience bravery firsthand as warriors beat charges at the Battle of Dettingen; their unwavering spirit igniting hope amidst chaos. Charles Edward Stuart captivates hearts as Young Pretender - his quest for power intertwining destiny with Scotland's fate. Feel anticipation build on the eve of Prestonpans battle while attending an evening service; prayers whispered fervently for victory or salvation. They were an era brimming with historical significance and unforgettable tales that continue to captivate our imaginations today. Step into this extraordinary period where legends were born and destinies entwined – forever shaping the course of history.