1656 Collection (page 10)

Lunatic Asylum
LA SALPETRIERE Asylum founded in 1656, used especially for female patients, and later noted for the studies of hysteria by Charcot and others

Edmund Halley / Dahl / Fry
EDMUND HALLEY Astronomer

Edmund Halley / Oval
EDMUND HALLEY Astronomer

James Ussher (Stent)
JAMES USSHER Greek scholar and neo- Platonist philosopher, a violent opponent of Christianity

Bruce Castle, 1656
An Elizabethan manor house in Lordship Lane, Tottenham, associated with the Bruce family : much changed during its history, but luckily still exists today as a museum

Tw Bosschaerts / Larmessin
Thomas Willebrords Bosschaerts Dutch Artist

Joseph Hall
JOSEPH HALL controversial bishop of Norwich, and satirist

Edmund Halley / Mezzotint
EDMUND HALLEY Astronomer

GEORG CALIXTUS 1586-1656
GEORG CALIXTUS German Lutheran Theologian who upheld reunion of the Lutheran and Reformed Protestant sects

Hartmann Creidius
HARTMANN CREIDIUS German churchman, pastor of St Annes church at Augsburg, theologian

Jacob Tonson
JACOB TONSON bookseller and bibliophile

Seal for Scotland 1656
Cromwells Great Seal for Scotland with his likeness on one side and Scotlands Saint Andrews Cross surmounted by his Paternal Arms on the other. From Simons Medals

Johann Georg I
JOHANN GEORG I Elector of Saxony

Joseph Pitton de Tournefort, French botanist
Joseph Pitton de Tournefort (1656-1708), French botanist, credited as being the first to sort plants into genera, and to make a distinction between genus and species

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of 1656: From Plague Doctors to Exiled Royalty" Step into the year 1656, where history intertwines with art and notable figures leave their mark. In this captivating journey, we encounter Kateri Tekakwitha, a Native American saint who defied societal norms. Her story inspires generations even today. As we delve deeper, an intriguing figure emerges – the enigmatic Plague Doctor. Clad in a distinctive bird-like mask and cloak, he navigates through disease-ridden streets offering hope amidst despair. The canvas comes alive with vibrant strokes depicting 17th-century artwork. Dutch painter Adriaen Hanneman captures the essence of exiled British royal court members in his renowned portraits. His masterpieces transport us back to a time when elegance and opulence reigned supreme. Meanwhile, Highwayman Cottington roams the countryside on horseback, embodying both fear and fascination as he preys upon unsuspecting travelers. A daring character whose exploits continue to captivate our imaginations. In aristocratic circles, James 6th Earl Abercorn commands attention with his regal presence while Sir Robert Harley's political prowess shapes England's destiny during these tumultuous times. Joseph Hall stands tall as Bishop; his sermons resonate across congregations seeking solace from religious strife that grips society at its core. And then there is James Ussher - a brilliant scholar whose meticulous research leaves an indelible mark on biblical chronology for centuries to come. Amidst all this historical richness lies two boars - symbols of strength and resilience that remind us of nature's enduring spirit even in uncertain times like these. Across continents, North American AT-6D Harvard III EZ407 soars through azure skies symbolizing progress in aviation technology – a testament to human innovation pushing boundaries beyond imagination. Finally, Birmingham reveals itself through Dugdales Warwickshire, offering a glimpse into the past.