1763 Collection (#8)

The Squires Door, George Morland, 1763-1804, British

An Italianate Landscape, John White Abbott, 1763-1851, British

The Old Water Mill Rustic Family Passing a Watermill Signed and dated in brown paint, lower right: " G. Morland 1790", George Morland, 1763-1804, British

Olivia, Maria and Malvolio from Twelfth Night, Act III, Scene iv Malvolio
Olivia, Maria and Malvolio from " Twelfth Night, " Act III, Scene iv Malvolio before Olivia, from " Twelfth Night, " Act III, Scene iv Malvolio before Olivia

A Woman Called Anne, the Artists Wife Signed in black paint, lower right: GM"
A Woman Called Anne, the Artists Wife Signed in black paint, lower right: " GM", George Morland, 1763-1804, British

Winter Landscape with Figures Signed, lower right: G Morland~ [underlined]"
Winter Landscape with Figures Signed, lower right: " G Morland~ [underlined]", George Morland, 1763-1804, British

The Grand Vizier giving Audience to the English Ambassador, Francis Smith, active 1763-1780, British

Tigers Signed in yellow paint, lower left: CT [monogram], Charles Towne
Tigers Signed in yellow paint, lower left: " CT [monogram]", Charles Towne, 1763-1840, British

Kisler Aga, Chief of the Black Eunuchs and First Keeper of the Serraglio, Francis Smith, active 1763-1780, British

A Ship Running into Harbour with Other Craft at a Jetty Signed and dated, lower left: " T. W. 1788", Thomas Whitcombe, 1763-after 1824, British

Landscape with a Shepherd Horses, Sheep and Cattle in a Romantic Landscape Signed on tree, lower left: " CT [monogram]", Charles Towne, 1763-1840, British

The Triumph of Mercy, from Collins Ode To Mercy, William Artaud, 1763-1823, British

Giovanni Battista Brustolon after Canaletto (Italian, 1712-1796), Visit of the Doge to San Zaccaria on Easter Day, 1763-1766, etching and engraving on laid paper

FRANCE: ROCHEFORT, c1763. The port of Rochefort, France. Engraving after a painting by Joseph Vernet, 1763

CAMBRIDGE BIBLE, 1763. Front page of John Baskervilles Bible, Cambridge Press, England, 1763

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1790). Caricature of Franklin, depicted on the right as a Quaker, on the frontispiece of the book The Squabble, A Pastoral Eclogue, published in 1765

CHARLES X (1757-1836). King of France, 1824-1830. The Comte d Artois, the future King Charles X of France, with his sister, Marie Clothilde (1759-1802), the future queen consort of Sardinia

MAP: JAMAICA, 1763. British map of the island of Jamaica, published 1763

NEW JERSEY BANKNOTE, 1763. Six pound paper bill

Bear Baiting
A chained bear is baited with dogs and sticks, circa 1300. Original Artwork: From an illumination in the Louterell Psalter. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Childrens Home
circa 1890: Nannies take care of the infants at an institution for unwanted babies in Stepney, London. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Caribbean, Lesser Antilles, West Indies, Saint Lucia, Soufriere. Fond Doux Estate, 18th century cocoa plantation. Drying cocoa beans

Fort Frederick at Albany, New York. Line engraving, 1763
FORT FREDERICK, 1763. Fort Frederick at Albany, New York. Line engraving, 1763

Plan of Fort William Henry, Lake George, New York, 1763
FORT WILLIAM HENRY, 1763. Plan of Fort William Henry, Lake George, New York, 1763

Louis Antoine de Bougainville (1729-1811) French soldier, navigator and mathematician. Elected a fellow of the Royal Society in 1756 while secretary to the French Embassy in London

Charles XIV & III John (Karl XIV Johan), born Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, (1763 - 1844) King of Sweden and King of Norway from 1818 until his death

Benjamin West (1738-1820) American-born British painter who settled in London in 1763. As a portrait painter he changed the tradition of representing sitters in classical costume

Quentin Pierre Chedel After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french
Quentin-pierre Chedel After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french, 1705 - 1763 ), Le Corbeau, La Gazelle, La Tortue Et Le Rat (the Crow, The Gazelle, The Tortoise, And, Published 1759, Hand-colored Etching)

Stage Of Covent Garden Theatre In 1763, London, UK, 1893 Engraving

Portrait of Alvise IV Mocengio

Portrait of Peter Du Cane, by Anton Von Maron, 1763
(detail from) Portrait of Peter Du Cane 1763 by Anton Von Maron 1733-1808. Du Cane commissioned the portrait while in Rome on the Grand Tour

CABRERA, MIGUEL (1695-1768). CASTAS
CABRERA, Miguel (1695-1768). Castas. De espaol y mestiza nace castizo. h. 1763. From Spanish and Half-Caste: Castizo. Painting

CABRERA, MIGUEL (1695-1768). INDIOS
CABRERA, Miguel (1695-1768). Castas. De lobo y negra nace chino. h. 1763. From Lobo and Black: Chinese. Painting

Prevost d<Exiles, Antoine-Francois, Abbe (1697-1763);MALTHU
Prevost d< Exiles, Antoine-Francois, Abbe (1697-1763); MALTHUS, Thomas Robert (1776-1834). French writer.; British

VIGNON, Pierre Alexandre (1763-1828). The Madeleine Church. FRANCE. Paris. Neoclassicism. Architecture

Mount Pleasant, a mansion built for the New York City merchant James Beekman at East 51st Street
NEW YORK: MANSION, 1763. Mount Pleasant, a mansion built for the New York City merchant James Beekman at East 51st Street

TREATY OF PARIS, 1763. Fireworks at H├┤tel de Ville in Paris celebrating the Treaty of Paris, 10 February 1763, ending the Seven Years War between Great Britain, France and Spain

ENGLAND: CAMBRIDGE, c1763. View of the University and town of Cambridge, England. Line engraving, c1763

LONDON: CELEBRATION, 1763. Fireworks display at Green Park, London, England, in celebration of the conclusion of peace in 1763

VERSAILLES: BALL, 1763. Carnival May ball at the Palace of Versailles, France, 1763. Contemporary engraving by Martinet

BOOKBINDER, 1763. A bookbinder workshop, where a volume is pounded through a marble block (A), a woman stitches page signatures (B), pages are cut (C) and the volumes placed under a press (D)

TREATY OF PARIS, 1763. Celebrating the Treaty of Paris, February 1763, that ended the Seven Years War, at The Thistle & Crown in London, England. Contemporary English cartoon

KINGs COLLEGE, NEW YORK. South East View of New York, drawn by Captain Thomas Howdell and engraved by P. Canot, 1763. The large building in the center is Kings College (now Columbia University)

THEATER: COVENT GARDEN. A performance at Covent Garden Theatre, London, 1763. Contemporary line engraving

SPELLING BOOK, 1763. Woodcut frontispiece from The British Instructor, an English speller published in 1763

FORT MACKINAC, 1763 Ruins of old Fort Mackinac, 1763, on Mackinac Island in Lake Michigan. Steel engraving, 19th century

BELL CASTING, 1763. Workmen, casting bells, ready a mold to receive molten copper and tin. Copper engraving from Denis Diderots Encyclopedia, 1763

CHIEF PONTIAC (d. 1769). American Ottowa Indian Chief. Chief Pontiac in war council in 1763
CHIEF PONTIAC (d.1769). American Ottowa Indian Chief. Chief Pontiac in war council in 1763. Color engraving, 19th century

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"1763: A Year of Exploration, Rebellion, and Change" In the year 1763, the world witnessed a series of remarkable events that shaped history. From the rise of influential figures like Wolfe Tone and Scriven to significant discoveries by explorers such as Claude Chappe and James Cook, this year marked a turning point in various realms. Wolfe Tone emerged as an Irish patriot during this time, advocating for independence and fighting against British rule. His unwavering determination inspired many others to join his cause. Meanwhile, maps became crucial tools in understanding global dynamics. Britain's influence expanded across continents as they meticulously charted their territories in Asia and Africa in 1763. These maps provided valuable insights into trade routes, resources, and geopolitical strategies. Claude Chappe revolutionized communication with his invention of semaphore telegraphy systems between 1763-1805. This groundbreaking technology enabled rapid transmission of messages over long distances - a feat that would transform society forever. James Cook embarked on his journey to Newfoundland in 1763 as a sailing-master. His sketch of the island showcased its beauty while laying the groundwork for future expeditions and scientific exploration. Josephine Pape made her mark on history through her artistic talents. Her works captured the essence of life during this era - from portraits depicting Cardinal Joseph Fesch to vivid landscapes showcasing Europe's diverse scenery. Not all events were peaceful; riots erupted during the burning of The North Briton newspaper in 1763. George Monck Berkeley found himself at odds with public sentiment as tensions flared amidst political turmoil. As we reflect upon these pivotal moments from 1763, it becomes clear that this was a year filled with ambition, discovery, rebellion, and transformation – setting the stage for even greater changes yet to come.