1720 Collection (page 5)

Conrad Ekhof
CONRAD EKHOF German writer and actor Date: 1720 - 1778

Charles D J Eisen
CHARLES DOMINIQUE JOSEPH EISEN French artist Date: 1720 - 1778

Isaac Dubourdieu
ISaC DUBOURDIEU French protestant churchman in England Date: 1624 - 1720

Francis Jos. De Valingen
FRANCIS JOSEPH DE VALINGEN Swiss physician in London. Date: 1720 - 1805

Anne Dacier - 2
ANNE DACIER, nee Lefevre French classical scholar, wife of Andre Dacier of the Academie Francaise (to which of course she could not be elected, being a woman) Date: 1654 - 1720

Philippe Marquis Dangeau
PHILIPPE de COURCILLON, marquis de DANGEAU French historian and Grand Master of the Order of Notre Dame of Mount Carmel and of Saint-Lazare. Date: 1638 - 1720

Anne Dacier - 3
ANNE DACIER, nee Lefevre French classical scholar, wife of Andre Dacier of the Academie Francaise (to which of course she could not be elected, being only a woman) Date: 1654 - 1720

Anne Dacier - 4
ANNE DACIER, nee Lefevre French classical scholar, wife of Andre Dacier of the Academie Francaise (to which of course she could not be elected, being only a woman) Date: 1654 - 1720

Antoine Coysevox - 2
CHARLES-ANTOINE COYSEVOX Spanish-French sculptor to the court of Louis XIV. Date: 1640 - 1720

Antoine Coysevox
CHARLES-ANTOINE COYSEVOX Spanish-French sculptor Date: 1640 - 1720

Guillaume De Chaulieu
GUILLAUME AMERYE, abbe de CHAULIEU French writer and wit Date: 1639 - 1720

Giovanni Cassana
GIOVANNI CASSANA Italian artist reputed for his paintings of animals. Date: 1842-1904

John Shute, first Viscount Barrington
JOHN SHUTE, first viscount BARRINGTON (1678 - 1734) Statesman, opponent of papists and Jacobites, but champion of tolerance towards dissenters. Date: circa 1720

Jean Barbeyrac
JEAN BARBEYRAC (1674 - 1744) French historian and writer on legal subjects. Date: circa 1720

Sir John Jennings
SIR JOHN JENNINGS British naval admiral. Appointed ranger of Greenwich Park and governor of Greenwich hospital in 1720. Date: 1664 - 1743

Richard Hurd
RICHARD HURD Bishop of Worcester, writer on ecclesiatical subjects Date: 1720 - 1808

Charles Bonnet (Profile)
CHARLES BONNET Swiss botanist, zoologist and philosopher Date: 1720 - 1793

Anne Dacier (Rogier)
ANNE DACIER (nee Lefebre) French Greek scholar and translator Date: 1654 - 1720

Francois Pierre Gillet
FRANCOIS PIERRE GILLET French jurist Date: 1648 - 1720

Benjamin Bayly
BENJAMIN BAYLY Divine and author Date: 1671 - 1720

Elizabeth Griffith
ELIZABETH GRIFFITH prolific novelist and playwright : some of her plays were quite successful on the London stage Date: 1720 - 1793

GALVEZ Y GALLARDO, Jos頤e (1720-1787). Spanish
GALVEZ Y GALLARDO, Jos頤 e (1720-1787). Spanish lawyer, a colonial official in New Spain (1764-1772) and ultimately Minister of the Indies (1775-1787)

RANC, Jean (1674-1735). Elisabeth Farnese. 1720-1735. Rococo. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Scotland Yard C18
Scotland Yard in the 18th century had yet to acquire its present reputation. Date: circa 1720

Jonathan Wild Home
JONATHAN WILDs house, London Date: CIRCA 1720

Clementina Walkinshaw
CLEMENTINA WALKINSHAW mistress of Charles Edward Stuart after the 45, bore him a child but left him because of maltreatment, styled countess of Albestroff. Date: 1720 - 1802

Johann Peter Uz - 2
JOHANN PETER UZ German jurist and writer Date: 1720 - 1796

Johann Peter Uz - 1
JOHANN PETER UZ German jurist and writer Date: 1720 - 1796

Peter Tordenskjold
PETER TORDENSKJOLD Norwegian-born naval commander in the Danish service. Date: 1691 - 1720

Johann Georg Sulzer - 2
JOHANN GEORG SULZER Swiss mathematician Date: 1720 - 1779

Johann Georg Sulzer - 1
JOHANN GEORG SULZER Swiss mathematician with his autograph Date: 1720 - 1779

Nicolas Roze
NICOLAS ROZE Frenchman who behaved heroically during the plague at Marseille, 1720 Date: 1671 - 1733

Nicholas Revett
NICHOLAS REVETT architect and draughtsman, especially in Greece. Date: 1720 - 1804

Felipe Duca Di Parma
FELIPE DUCA DI PARMA second son of Felipe IV of Spain Date: 1720 - 1765

Justus Moser - 2
JUSTUS MOSER (or Moeser) German statesman, writer and so on. Date: 1720 - 1794

Justus Moser
JUSTUS MOSER German statesman, writer and so on. Date: 1720 - 1794

Elizabeth Montagu - 3
ELIZABETH MONTAGU writer and blue-stocking Date: 1720 - 1800

Michel Malard
MICHEL MALARD French protestant churchman, minister in England where he had taken refuge from the persecutions in his own country. Date: CIRCA 1700-1720

Andrew Lumsden
ANDREW LUMSDEN Scottish Jacobite, secretary to prince Charles Stuart, antiquary Date: 1720 - 1801

John Ireland
JOHN IRELAND Biographer of Hogarth and presenter of his works, depicted with his publication. Date: 1720 - 1808

Richard Hurd - 4
RICHARD HURD Churchman, bishop of Worcester, writer. Date: 1720 - 1808

Richard Hurd - 3
RICHARD HURD Churchman, bishop of Worcester, writer. Date: 1720 - 1808

John Hughes, Poet
JOHN HUGHES writer Date: 1677 - 1720

Sir Edward Hughes
SIR EDWARD HUGHES British naval commander Date: 1720 - 1794

Sir Edward Hughes + Wife
SIR EDWARD HUGHES British naval commander, with a portrait of lady Hughes Date: 1720 - 1794

Richard Hurd - 2
RICHARD HURD Churchman, bishop of Worcester, writer. Date: 1720 - 1808

Thomas Hollis
THOMAS HOLLIS Writer and antiquary, of Republican sympathies, with the figure of Britannia. Date: 1720 - 1774

Anthony Count Hamilton 3
ANTHONY count HAMILTON Scottish peer living in France, author of Memoirs of count de Grammont. Date: 1646 - 1720

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"Exploring the Multifaceted World of 1720: From Art to History, Plagues to Projects" Step into the vibrant year of 1720, where Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi captures our attention with his masterpiece "Prisoners on a Projecting Platform. " This intriguing artwork transports us to an era filled with mystery and curiosity. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean, another significant event unfolds as the South Sea Bubble bursts. The financial crisis that ensues leaves its mark on history and teaches valuable lessons about speculation and greed. In the realm of medicine, we encounter the enigmatic figure of a plague doctor from France in the 18th century. Clad in their distinctive bird-like masks and long coats, these doctors bravely faced one of history's deadliest diseases. Turning our gaze towards innovation, we discover Orffyreus Wheel & Man—a fascinating invention that captivated minds during this period. Its perpetual motion machine sparked debates among scientists and dreamers alike. Nature enthusiasts will find solace in Gilbert White's observations from Selborne. His meticulous records provide invaluable insights into flora and fauna during this time—an ode to nature's wonders. Traveling further eastward brings us to Austria's Vienna Plan from 1720. This architectural marvel showcases grand visions for urban development while preserving historical charm—a testament to human ambition. Amidst all these tales lies Fat Edward Bright—a notorious character who roamed England's highways as a highwayman or robber during the 18th century. His daring escapades became legendary folklore throughout Britain. Across continents yet again, we stumble upon an engraving depicting New Orleans' plan between 1718-1720—showcasing French influence on Louisiana soil through intricate city planning—an enduring legacy still visible today. Returning once more to Gilbert White at Selborne reveals his unwavering dedication to documenting natural phenomena—the beauty he uncovers within every creature is truly awe-inspiring.