1720 Collection (page 7)

Giovanni Battista Piranesi and Francesco Piranesi (authors) (Italian, 1720 - 1778), Catalogo delle Opere Date Finora Alla Lvce Da Gio Battista Piranesi, etching and engraving on laid paper

Paul Troger (Austrian, 1698 - 1762), River God, c. 1720, red chalk heightened with white on oatmeal paper

Johann Michael Seligmann after George Edwards (German, 1720 - 1762), Fedoa Americana, pectore ruso, hand-colored etching on laid paper

Johann Michael Seligmann after Mark Catesby (German, 1720 - 1762), The Bald Eagle (Falco leucocephalus), probably 1743-1762, hand-colored engraving on laid paper

Nicolas de Larmessin IV after Hyacinthe Rigaud (French, 1684 - 1753 or 1755), Louis XV, c. 1720, engraving on laid paper

Jacopo Guarana (Italian, 1720 - 1808), The Judgement of Paris, etching on laid paper

Anton Johann Tischbein (German, 1720 - 1784), Head of a Matron, black and red chalk on laid paper

Charles Eisen (French, 1720 - 1778), The Holy Family in the Carpenters Shop, c. 1755, pen and gray ink with gray wash, watercolor, white gouache, and touches of brown ink on laid paper

Attributed to Charles Eisen (French, 1720 - 1778), Three Putti with a Fishing Net, black chalk on laid paper

Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Veduta della Cascata di Tivoli, Italian, 1720-1778, 1766
Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Veduta della Cascata di Tivoli, Italian, 1720 - 1778, 1766, etching

Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Veduta del Ponte Salario, Italian, 1720 - 1778, 1756-1757, etching

Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Lettere di Giustificazione scritte a Milord Charlemont e a di lui Agenti di Roma, Italian, 1720 - 1778, 1757, bound volume with 8 etched illustrations and presentation leaf

De verslagen actionist in de stoel met rinkels, overreeden geweest van t geLauwerd Paard van Troje, en sanguine engraving 1720, satire on the South Sea Company and other bubble schemes of 1720

Quinquanpolix, en sanguine engraving a Dutch satire on John Law of Lauriston, promoter of the Mississippi Company and other bubble schemes of the year 1720; it is No. 21 in vol. i

Map of the Kingdoms and of Barbary, A Voyage to Barbary, for the Redemption of Captives, performed, in 1720, by the Mathurin-Trinitarian Fathers, Fran, Comelin, Philemon de la Motte, and Jos

Reception of Cornelis Hop as Ambassador of the States General to the Court of Louis XV, 24 July 1719, Louis-Michel Dumesnil, 1720 - 1729

Misled, The Ambassador of the Rascals Exposes himself from the Window of t Bokki Tavern in the Haarlemmerhout, Cornelis Troost, c. 1720 - c. 1750

Portrait of Maria Louisa van Hessen-Kassel, known as Marijke Meu, Widow of the Frisian Stadtholder John William Friso, Prince of Orange-Nassau, Johann Philipp Behr, c. 1720 - c. 1756

Portrait of Pieter Florisz, Vice-Admiral of the Noorderkwartier, copy after Abraham Liedts, 1650 - 1720

Andries van Eertvelt, Painter, copy after Anthony van Dyck, 1660 - 1720

Marriage of Saint Catherine, follower of Sebastien Bourdon, 1650 - 1720

Portrait of Jan van Huysum, Arnold Boonen, c. 1720

Design for a ceiling painting with the Apotheosis of Aeneas, in the corners the Four Seasons, Jacob de Wit, c. 1720 - c. 1725

Caroline Wilhelmina of Brandenburg-Anspach, 1683-1737, wife of George II, king of England, Christian Friedrich Zincke, 1720 - 1737, Portrait miniature

Portrait of a woman, Anonymous, 1700 - 1720, Portrait miniature

View of Istanbul from the Dutch Embassy at Pera Turkey, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Family Portrait of Hermanus Boerhaave, Professor of Medicine at the University of Leiden, and his Wife Maria Drolenvaux and little Daughter Johanna Maria, Aert de Gelder, 1720 - 1725

The Phoenix, Cornelis Troost, 1720 - 1750

Unseemly Love, perhaps a scene of the Widower Joost with Lucia, 2nd scene from the play De wanhebbelijke liefde by CJ van der Lijn, Cornelis Troost, 1720 - 1750

Still Life with Flowers in a Glass Vase, Rachel Ruysch, c. 1690 - c. 1720

The Casino, follower of Pietro Longhi, 1720 - 1790

Portrait of an Old Woman, circle of Vittore Ghislandi, 1720 - 1750

Italian Landscape, attributed to Pieter van Bloemen, 1700 - 1720

Mary Magdalene, copy after Guido Reni, 1627 - 1720

Anna Margaretha van Petcum (1676-1745). Wife of Johan Arnold Zoutman, Johan van Diest, 1690 - 1720

Woman Watering a Plant, Louis de Moni, 1720 - 1771

Dice Game at the Gallows, Jan van Huchtenburg, 1680 - 1720

Greek Men and Women Dancing the Khorra, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Party of Armenians Playing Cards, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Ladies Outing at Hunkar Iskelesi near Istanbul Turkey along the Bosporus, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Turkish Women in the Countryside near Istanbul Turkey, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Lying-in Room of a Distinguished Turkish Woman, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Banquet of Distinguished Turkish Women, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Greek Wedding, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Armenian Wedding, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, 1720 - 1737

Wedding procession on the Bosphorus, Turkey, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Dervishes Sharing a Meal, Jean Baptiste Vanmour, c. 1720 - c. 1737

Justice, Anonymous, 1650 - 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.