1760s Collection

New York City map, 1767
Map of New York City in 1767. Hand-colored woodcut of an 18th-century illustration

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

BIFOCALS, 1760s. Benjamin Franklins sketch for bifocal eyeglasses, which he is credited with inventing

London and the Thames, 18th century. This view looks westwards through London, over sailing ships on the River Thames. Prominent landmarks include St Pauls Cathedral (centre)

The Death of Bhishma, Mortally Wounded by Arjunas Numerous Arrows, c
1196881 The Death of Bhishma, Mortally Wounded by Arjunas Numerous Arrows, c.1760-1770 (w/c on paper) by Indian School, (18th century)

London Trade Card - Nathan Drake, Colourman, successor to Mr Robert Keating, White Hart, Long Acre, London, supplies for artists and house painters. circa 1760s

MASTODON BONES. Mastodon jaw bone fossils found at Big Bone Lick, Kentucky, c1766, by George Croghan, who sent them to his friend Benjamin Franklin. Contemporary line engraving

French View of North America, 1762
2902787 French View of North America, 1762; (add.info.: North America from the Gulf of St. Lawrence to the Gulf of Mexico, west nearly to the Rocky Mountains.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

North America, 1763
2902783 North America, 1763; (add.info.: A New map of North America from the latest discoveries, 1763.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Mother and child behind mosquito netting
2909964 Mother and child behind mosquito netting; (add.info.: Mother and child behind mosquito netting. Print shows a woman breast feeding an infant behind mosquito netting)

A selection of porcelain cutlery handles, c.1750-60 (porcelain)
1766876 A selection of porcelain cutlery handles, c.1750-60 (porcelain); Private Collection; (add.info.: A selection of porcelain cutlery handles)

The journey of Princess Charlotte to England, 1761 (line engraving)
1579724 The journey of Princess Charlotte to England, 1761 (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the journey of Princess Charlotte to England)

The action off the Isle of Man, 1760 (line engraving)
1579723 The action off the Isle of Man, 1760 (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the action off the Isle of Man)

Daidai Kagura performance at the two sites, Ise Shrine, 1769 (colour woodcut)
1574402 Daidai Kagura performance at the two sites, Ise Shrine, 1769 (colour woodcut); (add.info.: Colour woodcut showing a perspective view in the shrine at Ise with a ceremony taking place before)

High Life at Midnight, 1769
1574314 High Life at Midnight, 1769; (add.info.: Engraving of the high life at midnight. Print shows a street scene: five upper class men)

Persia, Iran, 1767
2902854 Persia, Iran, 1767; (add.info.: Persia, Iran, 1767.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

The capture of Havana, 1762 (line engraving)
1579726 The capture of Havana, 1762 (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the capture of Havana. Admiral Pocock and Commodore Keppel with the first half of the transports making for Havana)

Ticket to the Coronation of King George III, 1761
1577065 Ticket to the Coronation of King George III, 1761; (add.info.: Ticket to the Coronation of King George III (1738-1820) King of Great Britain and King of Ireland

Battle of Lagos, 1761 (line engraving)
1579720 Battle of Lagos, 1761 (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the Battle of Lagos. On the left Boscawen's Flagship the Namur with her Mizzen shot away. Engraved by P.C. Canot)

Ireland pictured in Ecclesiastical Divisions, 1766
2902828 Ireland pictured in Ecclesiastical Divisions, 1766; (add.info.: Ireland pictured in Ecclesiastical Divisions, 1766.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Stanislaw II August, 1764
1578158 Stanislaw II August, 1764; (add.info.: Portrait of Stanislaw II August (1732-1798) the last King and Grand Duke of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth

North America, 1763
2902789 North America, 1763; (add.info.: North America, 1763.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Rabbi Shlomo Salem, 1762
1577443 Rabbi Shlomo Salem, 1762; (add.info.: Portrait of Rabbi Shlomo Salem 1718-1781, an important (Turkish born) leader of the Sephardi community of Jews in Amsterdam in the 18th century

Spanish ship Hermione, 1762 (line engraving)
1579725 Spanish ship Hermione, 1762 (line engraving); (add.info.: Etching of the Spanish ship Hermione captured by the active and favourite. Etched by R. Wright)

English - French Possessions in North America, 1763
2902793 English - French Possessions in North America, 1763; (add.info.: English - French Possessions in North America, 1763.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Portrait of a Boy, 1762. Creator: Per Krafft the Elder
Portrait of a Boy, 1762

Old Woman, 1768. Creator: Per Krafft the Elder
Old Woman, 1768

Self-portrait of the artist, 1763. Creator: Nathaniel Hone
Self-portrait of the artist, 1763

Portrait of a Man in 17th-century Clothing, 1750-1799. Creator: Anon
Portrait of a Man in 17th-century Clothing, 1750-1799

Woman's Robe à la Française or afternoon dress and petticoat, France, c.1760. Creator: Unknown
Woman's Robe a la Francaise or afternoon dress and petticoat, France, c.1760

Woman's yellow silk shoe with "louis heel", England, between c.1760 and c.1765. Creator: Unknown
Woman's yellow silk shoe with "louis heel", England, between c.1760 and c.1765

Woman's robe à la française, England, c.1765. Creator: Unknown
Woman's robe a la francaise, England, c.1765

Dorothée Louise Viedebandt Schmidt, the Artist's Wife, 1761. Creator: Georg Friedrich Schmidt
Dorothee Louise Viedebandt Schmidt, the Artist's Wife, 1761

The Dock at Sveaborg. Creator: Elias Martin
The Dock at Sveaborg, Unknown date

Landscape with Rustics and Cattle, 1768. Creator: Elias Martin
Landscape with Rustics and Cattle, 1768

Landscape with a Waterfall and Cattle, 1768. Creator: Elias Martin
Landscape with a Waterfall and Cattle, 1768

Saint Bernard, between c.1760 and c.1780. Creator: Unknown
Saint Bernard, between c.1760 and c.1780

Man's fitted, double-breasted banyan or at-home robe, with cuffed, two-piece... 1750-60. Creator: Unknown
Man's fitted, double-breasted banyan or at-home robe, with cuffed, two-piece set-in sleeves and mandarin collar, 1750-60

A Prince with a Hawk and Ladies Hunting, between 1750 and 1775. Creator: Unknown
A Prince with a Hawk and Ladies Hunting, between 1750 and 1775

Maharana Jagat Singh I (reigned 1628-1654) (image 2 of 2), between c1760 and c1765. Creator: Unknown
Maharana Jagat Singh I (reigned 1628-1654) (image 2 of 2), between c1760 and c1765

Nawab Mir Jafar Khan (reigned 1704-1726), between 1760 and 1775. Creator: Unknown
Nawab Mir Jafar Khan (reigned 1704-1726), between 1760 and 1775

Taming of the Elephant Chanchal, 1760. Creator: Unknown
Taming of the Elephant Chanchal, 1760

Radha Rejecting Krishna, c1760. Creator: Unknown
Radha Rejecting Krishna, c1760

Prince Hunting with Cheetah, 1764 or earlier. Creator: Unknown
Prince Hunting with Cheetah, 1764 or earlier

Shiva Performing the Dance of Bliss while Vishnu and Brahma Provide Musical Accompaniment, c1760. Creator: Unknown
Shiva Performing the Dance of Bliss while Vishnu and Brahma Provide Musical Accompaniment, c1760

View of Wittevrouwenpoort in Utrecht, c1760s. Creator: Theodor Verryck
View of Wittevrouwenpoort in Utrecht, c1760s

Krishna and the Cowherds on a Picnic, Folio from a Bhagavata Purana, between 1760 and 1765. Creator: Unknown
Krishna and the Cowherds on a Picnic, Folio from a Bhagavata Purana, between 1760 and 1765

View of Sveaborg, early 1760s. Creator: Augustin Ehrensvard
View of Sveaborg, early 1760s

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Step back in time to the enchanting 1760s, where tales of adventure and magic unfold. Join Jack Spriggins as he embarks on a daring quest in "Jack Spriggins and the Enchanted Bean. " Meanwhile, Benjamin Franklin revolutionizes eyewear with his ingenious invention - bifocal eyeglasses. His sketch from the 1760s showcases his visionary mind at work. In bustling London, the majestic Thames flows gracefully through the city, serving as a lifeline for trade and transportation during this vibrant era. Explore the streets of New York City through an intricate map from 1767, capturing its evolving landscape. Travel across continents to witness epic battles like "The Death of Bhishma, " where Arjuna's arrows mortally wound him. This captivating artwork transports us to ancient times. Discover Nathan Drake, a talented colourman in London whose trade card offers a glimpse into his world of pigments and dyes. Immerse yourself in history with mastodon jaw bone fossils found at Big Bone Lick, Kentucky by George Croghan in 1766. These remarkable discoveries were sent to none other than Benjamin Franklin himself. Experience the thrill of horse racing at Newmarket Heath through stunning paintings by George Stubbs - "Turf" and "Gimcrack. " The speed and elegance captured on canvas are sure to leave you breathless. Journey far beyond familiar shores with a map showcasing Hokianga Harbour in New Zealand. Marvel at its beauty while imagining distant lands waiting to be explored. Witness firsthand the fiery passion that ignited riots during the burning of The North Briton newspaper in 1763. Feel your heart race as chaos unfolds before your eyes. Finally, step into royalty as we introduce a lady to Her Majesty Queen Charlotte herself. Experience courtly grace amidst opulent surroundings fit for queens. The 1760s was an era filled with wonderment and transformation.