1791 Collection (page 20)

Scotland / Chassilis House
View of the Old House of Cassilis, Ayrshire

Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis
China Rose Hibiscus

Meyerbeer Portrait
GIACOMO MEYERBEER German composer of Italian operas

Storming of Seringapatam
Cornwallis leads the storming of Seringapatam

Seringapatam 1791
Charge of the highlanders at Seringapatam

Karl Theodor Korner
KARL THEODOR KORNER German writer and patriot (here, as a child)

Voltaire Honoured
VOLTAIRE is honoured as one of the founding spirits who inspired the Revolution : a massive procession passes through the streets of Paris

Escaping Royals Return
Stopped at Varennes, Louis XVI and his party are brought back to Paris by the Barriere de l Etoile; in the Champs Elysees, the crowd watches in reproachful silence

Samuel Morse 1858
SAMUEL MORSE American artist and inventor

John Wesley / Darton
JOHN WESLEY English religious leader aged 85

Events / Sweden
Gustaf III goes to Aachen [Aix-la-Chapelle] to confer with French royals in exile from the Revolution

Samuel Morse & Medals
SAMUEL FINLEY BREESE MORSE American artist and inventor Invented Morse code for use in telegraph instrument

Faraday / Maclise / Fraser
MICHAEL FARADAY English scientist in his laboratory

FARADAY (1791 - 1867)
MICHAEL FARADAY - English scientist at work in his laboratory

Faraday / Figuier
MICHAEL FARADAY - English scientist establishing the fundamental law of electrolysis

Faraday / Cook / Anelay
MICHAEL FARADAY English scientist

Michael Faraday, scientist, with glass bar
Michael Faraday (1791-1867), scientist, shown holding a glass bar of the type he used to show that magnetism can affect light

Runaway couple get married at Gretna Green
A runaway couple get married at Gretna Green, literally striking the iron while it is hot. Gretnas runaway marriages began in 1753, following a change in the English law that did not apply in Scotland

Michael Faraday, scientist, giving a lecture
Michael Faraday (1791-1867), scientist, lecturing at the Royal Institution, London, on his discoveries in magnetism and light

Mozart and Sister
W.A.Mozart and his sister, Marianne

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"1791: A Year of Musical Brilliance and Cultural Significance" In the year 1791, the world witnessed a convergence of artistic genius and historical milestones. It was a time when Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of history's greatest composers, left an indelible mark on the musical landscape. Mozart's Requiem Excerpt from his final composition echoed through concert halls, captivating audiences with its haunting beauty. As we gaze upon the statue of young Mozart, we are reminded of his prodigious talent that blossomed at such a tender age. Meanwhile, in another corner of Europe, John Wesley spent Sundays at home preaching sermons that would shape religious thought for generations to come. His teachings resonated deeply with those seeking spiritual guidance during this transformative era. The manuscript of Ave Verum Corpus serves as a testament to Mozart's prolific output in 1791. This Austrian composer poured his soul into every note he composed, leaving behind timeless melodies that continue to enchant listeners today. As The Magic Flute premiered in 1791, Papageno danced across stages in Austria and beyond. This whimsical character brought joy and laughter to audiences who marveled at Mozart's ability to blend music and storytelling seamlessly. Amidst all these cultural triumphs, Mozart embarked on his honeymoon with Constanze - a blissful moment captured forever in our collective memory. Their love story symbolizes both personal happiness and creative inspiration intertwined. Looking at an 18th-century map of Germany reminds us how Europe was shaped during this period - politically fragmented yet culturally vibrant, and is within this backdrop that Mozart composed some of his most iconic works. Whether it be witnessing Mozart passionately composing or catching glimpses of him through silhouettes etched by admirers like Francesco Hayez; their artistry immortalized him as an icon even after his untimely death in 1791. Lastly but not leastly, James Napper Tandy's presence in this year cannot be overlooked.