1731 Collection

Martin van Meytens Kneeling nun painting 1731
Martin van Meytens, Kneeling nun, painting, 1731, oil on copper, 28 × 21 cm (11 × 8.2 inches)

Islam / Whirling Dervishes
Whirling Islamic Dervishes

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)

DEFOE + SCENES
DANIEL DEFOE writer, with scenes from Robinson Crusoe Date: 1661-1731

Cowper / Weston Lodge
WILLIAM COWPER English poets home: Weston Lodge at Weston Underwood, Buckinghamshire Date: 1731 - 1800

Cowper / Olney Summerhouse
WILLIAM COWPER English poets home: the summerhouse in his garden at Olney, Buckinghamshire Date: 1731 - 1800

George Earl Onslow
GEORGE, first earl of ONSLOW statesman (do not confuse with George Onslow born that same year) Date: 1731 - 1814

Erasmus Darwin / Hopwood
ERASMUS DARWIN Writer and scientist, grandfather of Charles Darwin

Waterworks at York Buildings, Strand, supplying water to London from the Thames. Westminster Bridge in background
531769 Waterworks at York Buildings, Strand, supplying water to London from the Thames. Westminster Bridge in background. Savery steam engine unsuccessful: Newcomen engine installed 1726

ADAM DUNCAN, 1ST VISCOUNT DUNCAN OF CAMPERDOWN British Admiral - defeats the Dutch fleet under Admiral de Winter off Camperdown, 11 October 1797 Date: 1731 - 1804

Illustration of Prior Park Wagonway in 1731

Prior Park (near Bath) wagonway in 1731

PREVOST/MANON LESCAUT
The death of Manon. Date: First published: 1731

Wolf attacking a sheep, 1731 (copperplate engraving) (detail of 398066)
DGC398067 Wolf attacking a sheep, 1731 (copperplate engraving) (detail of 398066) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jacob, the Faithful Shepherd)

A View of Chiswick Gardens, Richmond, from across the New Gardens towards the Bagnio, c
1195525 A View of Chiswick Gardens, Richmond, from across the New Gardens towards the Bagnio, c.1729-31 (oil on canvas) by Rysbrack

A Parrot, 1731-1738 (hand-coloured engraving)
986232 A Parrot, 1731-1738 (hand-coloured engraving) by Albin, Eleazar (fl.1713-59); 27.7x22.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Parrot. From A Natural History of Birds)

The Rose, a family tree presented to the Emperor Charles VI
1195468 The Rose, a family tree presented to the Emperor Charles VI, 1731 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by Paricius, Johann Carl (1705-60); 62.5x38.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of Hispaniola (San Domingo, Haiti), West Indies. The island is now divided into two separate nations: Haiti to the west (French Creole-speaking)

Title page, Histoire de l Isle Espagnole ou de S. Domingue [History of the Spanish Island or of San Domingo], based on the memoirs of Jean-Baptiste le Pers, Jesuit priest and missionary

The ancient seat of the Lord Birmingham, from Westleys Map, 1731 (engraving)
3634966 The ancient seat of the Lord Birmingham, from Westleys Map, 1731 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ancient seat of the Lord Birmingham)

Jebis (also known as Jebisu) is known in Japanese mythology as the younger brother of the sun deity. He lived by fishing and after his death

Daikoku is one of the Seven Gods of Luck in Japanese mythology, known as the god of wealth and guardian of farmers. He is often depicted carrying a wish-granting mallet in his hand

The Wild Girl of Soigny (engraving)
3634797 The Wild Girl of Soigny (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wild Girl of Soigny. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1888)

The plan of Birmingham, surveyed in the year 1731 (engraving)
3634967 The plan of Birmingham, surveyed in the year 1731 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The plan of Birmingham, surveyed in the year 1731)

A view of Sir John Oldcastle Tavern and Garden, in Cold Bath Fields (engraving)
586364 A view of Sir John Oldcastle Tavern and Garden, in Cold Bath Fields (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Grand Messe Solennelle, celebrated at Notre-Dame de Paris Date: 1731

ANNE BELLAMY / COMIC MUSE
GEORGE ANNE BELLAMY Actress, as the Comic Muse Date: 1731? - 1788

Edward Cave (1691-1754). was an English printer, editor and publisher. He coined the term magazine for a periodical, founding The Gentlemans Magazine in 1731

Self-Portrait, 1731. Creator: Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-1761)
Self-Portrait, 1731. Found in the Collection of Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum, Innsbruck

Maria Antonia Ferdinanda of Spain (1729-1785), future Queen of Sardinia, 1731. Creator: Ranc
Maria Antonia Ferdinanda of Spain (1729-1785), future Queen of Sardinia, 1731. Found in the Collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Maria Teresa Rafaela (1726-1746), Infanta of Spain, 1731. Creator: Ranc, Jean (1674-1735)
Maria Teresa Rafaela (1726-1746), Infanta of Spain, 1731. Found in the Collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Luis Antonio Jaime of Spain (1727-1785), the Cardinal Infante, 1731. Creator: Ranc
Luis Antonio Jaime of Spain (1727-1785), the Cardinal Infante, 1731. Found in the Collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Fireworks for Charles VI on October 1, 1731 in Braunschweig, 1731. Private Collection

Georg. Tillskriven Weissman Fredrik Vilhelm 1675-1713
Georg.Tillskriven, , Weissman, Fredrik Vilhelm, 1675-1713, Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, painting, 1731, Oil on canvas, Height, 82 cm (32.2 inches), Width, 65 cm (25.5 inches)

Prince Karl Karl 1680-1702 Prince Hessen-Kassel
Prince Karl, Karl, 1680-1702, Prince of Hessen-Kassel, painting, 1731, Oil on canvas, Height, 82 cm (32.2 inches), Width, 64 cm (25.1 inches)

Portrait Pieter Groenendijk Portrait Pieter Groenendijk
Portrait of Pieter Groenendijk Portrait of Pieter Groenendijk, Portrait of Pieter Groenendijk (-1731), secretary of the forties. She married Petronella Dunois in 1677. Knee

Portrait Walter Senserff Director Rotterdam Chamber
Portrait of Walter Senserff, Director of the Rotterdam Chamber of the Dutch East India Company, elected 1731, Portrait of Walter Senserff (1685-1752), chosen in 1731. Bust in oval to right

Portrait Woman unknown woman bust left Balthasar Denner
Portrait of a Woman, Portrait of an unknown woman, bust to the left. Balthasar Denner, 1731, canvas, oil paint (paint), h 41.6 cm × w 34 cm × t 3.5 cm d 6.7 cm

animal moon Un Animal dance la Lune Illustrations
An animal in the moon / Un Animal dance la Lune Illustrations for fables by Jean de La Fontaine (series title) Night scene with men studying the moon with a telescope. Design for a print

Diana satyr Cupid box 43 drawings story Artemis
Diana with satyr and Cupid (in box with 43 drawings), (story of) Diana ( Artemis), Louis Fabritius Dubourg, 1731, paper, ink, brush, h 72 mm × w 74 mm

Portrait Johan van Oldenbarnevelt Council Pensioner
Portrait of Johan van Oldenbarnevelt, Johan van Oldenbarnevelt, Council Pensioner of the States General and State Lawyer of Holland

Portrait William III Prince Orange-Nassau King
Portrait of William III, Prince of Orange-Nassau, King of England, Bust of William III, King of England. He bears the order mark of the Garter, knighthood order

Portrait Philippus van Limborch age 61 Amsterdam pastor
Portrait of Philippus van Limborch at the age of 61, Philippus van Limborch at the age of 61. Amsterdam pastor and professor of remonstrants. The print has a Latin caption about his life

Jupiter Juno Io title object Mythological love stories
Jupiter, Juno and Io (title on object) Mythological love stories (series title), In the foreground Jupiter and Juno. Cupid flies above them

Vulcan Ceres title object Mythological love stories
Vulcan and Ceres (title on object) Mythological love stories (series title), Ceres is in front of the fire of the blacksmith. Vulcan kisses her

Bacchus Ariadne title object Mythological love stories
Bacchus and Ariadne (title on object) Mythological love stories (series title), Bacchus comforts Ariadne, who has been abandoned by Theseus. A leopard under his feet

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In the year 1731, a tapestry of diverse events unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on history. Martin van Meytens captured the essence of devotion in his mesmerizing painting of a kneeling nun. The canvas came alive with her silent prayers and unwavering faith. Meanwhile, in distant lands, the whirling dervishes spun gracefully to reach spiritual ecstasy through their Sufi rituals. Their enchanting movements echoed ancient traditions that transcended time and connected souls. Nature's beauty found its voice as the laurel tree bloomed vibrantly from 1731 to 1743. This hand-coloured etching brought forth a symphony of colors, reminding us of nature's ability to inspire and rejuvenate our spirits. The world witnessed captivating scenes penned by DEFOE during this era – tales that transported readers into vivid realms filled with adventure and intrigue. These stories painted pictures in our minds' eye, allowing us to escape reality for just a moment. Cowper's Weston Lodge stood proudly amidst picturesque landscapes while Olney Summerhouse became a sanctuary where tranquility reigned supreme. These havens provided solace for weary souls seeking respite from life's complexities. George Earl Onslow composed melodies that stirred hearts and ignited passions within listeners' souls. His music resonated deeply, evoking emotions that words alone could not express. Erasmus Darwin walked among the lush gardens of Hopwood House, his mind brimming with ideas that would shape scientific thought for generations to come. His brilliance illuminated pathways towards progress and discovery. An illustration depicting Prior Park Wagonway in 1731 showcased human ingenuity at its finest – an engineering marvel paving the way for future advancements in transportation technology. It symbolized mankind's relentless pursuit of innovation throughout history. Across oceans, Admiral Adam Duncan emerged victorious as he led British forces against the Dutch fleet at Camperdown. His strategic genius ensured triumph over adversity, securing his place in the annals of naval history.