1740s Collection

George Whitefield preaching at Moorfields Fair, 1742
George Whitefield(1714-1770), nonconformist preacher, depicted preaching under difficult circumstances at Moorfields Fair on Whit Monday, 1742. 1742

A Map of Bloomsbury and Holborn, London, 1746 (engraving)
XJF438445 A Map of Bloomsbury and Holborn, London, 1746 (engraving) by Rocque, John (c.1704-d.1762); Private Collection; (add.info.: the map shows the Foundling Hospital)

Margaret Murray recruiting for the Jacobites, 1745
Margaret Fergusson Murray, Jacobite supporter and wife of (later turncoat) John Murray of Broughton, recruits supporters to the cause and distributes white cockades, the symbol of the Jacobite cause

Laurel Tree, 1731-1743 (hand-coloured etching)
986443 Laurel Tree, 1731-1743 (hand-coloured etching) by Catesby, Mark (1679-1749); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laurel Tree. From The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands)

Jack Spriggins and the Enchanted Bean. English folk or fairy tale that appeared in this form in 1734, and later became Jack and the Beanstalk. Date: Late 18th Century

A plan of Cowden Furnace with pond and land in the parish of Cowden in Kent belonging to Mr William Bowen surveyed by John Bowra in 1748

Bonnie Prince Charlie (Charles Edward Stuart, the Young Pretender) is helped to escape by boat from Scotland. 1746

Anatomical illustration
2626191 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical drawings by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus 'Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani'. (Londini : Typis H)

Anatomical illustration
2626189 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical drawings by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus 'Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani'. (Londini : Typis H)

Anatomical illustration
2626187 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical drawings by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus 'Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani'. (Londini : Typis H)

Russia, 1745
2902749 Russia, 1745; (add.info.: Russia, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

The prizes taken at the Battle of Finisterre (line engraving)
1579715 The prizes taken at the Battle of Finisterre (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the prizes taken at the Battle of Finisterre)

The privateers Prince Frederick and Duke taking the Marques D'Antin and Louis Erasme (line engraving)
1579714 The privateers Prince Frederick and Duke taking the Marques D'Antin and Louis Erasme (line engraving); (add.info)

Anatomical illustration
2626167 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical drawings by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus 'Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani'. (Londini : Typis H)

Guantanamo Bay, 1741
2902877 Guantanamo Bay, 1741; (add.info.: A plan of George Stadt Camp near the River Guantamano in the island of Cuba and also of the entrenchments made on the adjacent hills)

Anatomical illustration
2626190 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical drawings by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus 'Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani'. (Londini : Typis H)

Anatomical illustration
2626166 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical drawings by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus 'Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani'. (Londini : Typis H)

A standard 18th century English navigational magnetic compass
5309961 A standard 18th century English navigational magnetic compass; (add.info.: Drawing of a standard 18th century English navigational magnetic compass. 1747.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Anatomical illustration
2626169 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical drawings by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus 'Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani'. (Londini : Typis H)

European Russia, North, 1745
2902747 European Russia, North, 1745; (add.info.: European Russia, North, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Kiev, Smolensk - Voronezh, Russia, 1745
2902746 Kiev, Smolensk - Voronezh, Russia, 1745; (add.info.: Kiev, Smolensk - Voronezh, Russia, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

St Petersburg, the White Sea and the Source of the Volga, 1745
2902743 St Petersburg, the White Sea and the Source of the Volga, 1745; (add.info.: St. Petersburg, the White Sea and the Source of the Volga, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Russian Lapland, 1745
2902742 Russian Lapland, 1745; (add.info.: Lapponia or Laponia is the Latin name of the historic region, later province (landskap) of Lapland

Africa, 1740
2902109 Africa, 1740; (add.info.: Shows boundaries, rivers, forests and principal settlements, with tents symbolizing areas inhabited by nomads.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Estonia - Lithuania, 1745
2902744 Estonia - Lithuania, 1745; (add.info.: Estonia - Lithuania, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

The Moscow Region, Russia, 1745
2902745 The Moscow Region, Russia, 1745; (add.info.: The Moscow Region, Russia, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

City Plan, Moscow
2902735 City Plan, Moscow; (add.info.: City Plan, Moscow, Russia, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Map of Imperial Russia, 1745
2902741 Map of Imperial Russia, 1745; (add.info.: Map of Imperial Russia, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Russian Tartary, 1745
2902748 Russian Tartary, 1745; (add.info.: Russian Tartary, 1745.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Portrait of Voltaire, c1740. Creator: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Portrait of Voltaire, c1740

Fixed fan of green silk with straw embroidery and wooden handle, England, c.1740. Creator: Unknown
Fixed fan of green silk with straw embroidery and wooden handle, England, c.1740

Pair of woman's silk damask shoes with buckles, between 1740 and 1750. Creator: Unknown
Pair of woman's silk damask shoes with buckles, between 1740 and 1750

Woman's corset, France, between c.1730 and c.1740. Creator: Unknown
Woman's corset, France, between c.1730 and c.1740

Dhanashri Ragini, First Wife of Dipak Raga, Folio from a Ragamala... between c1725 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Dhanashri Ragini, First Wife of Dipak Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1725 and c1750

Tree Worship, between c1730 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Tree Worship, between c1730 and c1750

Princess with a Hawk, between c1730 and c1740. Creator: Unknown
Princess with a Hawk, between c1730 and c1740

Krishna Serenading Radha, between c1730 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Serenading Radha, between c1730 and c1750

Megha Mallar Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1725 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Megha Mallar Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1725 and c1750

Vita Imperii, mid 18th century. Creator: Johan Pasch
Vita Imperii, mid 18th century

Water Spaniel Surprising a Swan on its Nest, 1740. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Water Spaniel Surprising a Swan on its Nest, 1740

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

Group of columns which support two arches of a great courtyard... c1743. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Group of columns which support two arches of a great courtyard.. c1743. Series: Prima Parte di Architetture e Prospettive, plate 4; Edition: First edition, third issue

Imaginary ancient temple designed in the style of those built in honor of the Goddess... c1743
Imaginary ancient temple designed in the style of those built in honor of the Goddess Vesta: in the center is the great altar on which the Vestal Virgins preserved the inextinguishable sacred fire

Ancient Temple, c1743. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Ancient Temple, c1743. Series: Prima Parte di Architetture e Prospettive, plate 13; Edition: First edition, third issue

Courtyard Surrounded by Porticoes, c1743. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Courtyard Surrounded by Porticoes, c1743. Series: Prima Parte di Architetture e Prospettive, plate 12; Edition: First edition, third issue

The Annunciation, c1740. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
The Annunciation, c1740

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

Portrait of Johannes Heemskerk, 1741-1795. Creator: Cornelis van Noorde
Portrait of Johannes Heemskerk, 1741-1795

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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.