1770s Collection

COOK: HMS RESOLUTION. Commanded by Captain James Cook on his second and third voyages of discovery. Watercolor by Midshipman Henry Roberts, a member of the ships company

Laodicea Dicey Langston of South Carolina protecting her elderly father, a known supporter of the revolutionary cause
SOUTH CAROLINA: LOYALISTS. Laodicea Dicey Langston of South Carolina protecting her elderly father, a known supporter of the revolutionary cause

Bunker Hill battle, 1775
Battle of Bunker Hill at the outset of the American Revolution, 1775. Hand-colored engraving of a painting by Trumbull

Eclipse, a Dark Chestnut Racehorse held by a Groom, with a Jockey
652163 Eclipse, a Dark Chestnut Racehorse held by a Groom, with a Jockey, Possibly Jack Oakley, by the Rubbing Down House at Newmarket, 1770 (oil on canvas) by Stubbs

Document commissioning John Paul Jones as a US Navy captain
John Paul Joness commission as captain in the US Navy, from the Congress, 1776. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Battle of Long Island, New York, Revolutionary War
Retreat of American army from Long Island after defeat by the British, 1776. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Pine Tree flag of the American Revolution
American soldier carrying the Pine Tree flag, Revolutionary War. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a painting by George Maynard

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British army marching in formation up Breeds Hill in the Battle of Bunker Hill, American Revolution, 1775 Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

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General George Washington crossing the Delaware. Printed color halftone of a painting by Leutze

Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette in wedding costumes
Louis XVI, King of France (1754-1793, reigned 1774-1792) with his wife Marie Antoinette (1755-1793) in their wedding costumes at the ages of 15 and 14 respectively

Valley Forge campfire, Revolutionary War
Dispirited American soldiers huddle around a campfire at Valley Forge. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jack Spriggins and the Enchanted Bean. English folk or fairy tale that appeared in this form in 1734, and later became Jack and the Beanstalk. Date: Late 18th Century

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William Prescott in command of American Minutemen defending Bunker Hill, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century F.C. Yohn illustration

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Hessian soldiers sold by their duke to the British to fight in the American Revolution, 1770s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Sullivans Island bombarded by the British, 1776
American defense of Fort Moultrie on Sullivans Island, Charleston SC, 1776. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century F.C. Yohn illustration

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American Declaration of Independence, 1776. Watercolor wash over a 19th century woodcut reproduction of the document

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Sea fight between the American ship Bonhomme Richard and the British HMS Serapis, 1779. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Death of Bhishma, Mortally Wounded by Arjunas Numerous Arrows, c
1196881 The Death of Bhishma, Mortally Wounded by Arjunas Numerous Arrows, c.1760-1770 (w/c on paper) by Indian School, (18th century)

London Trade Card - Nathan Drake, Colourman, successor to Mr Robert Keating, White Hart, Long Acre, London, supplies for artists and house painters. circa 1760s

Plan of the chain across the Hudson River at Fort Montgomery
REVOLUTIONAY WAR PLAN. Plan of the chain across the Hudson River at Fort Montgomery

British armys Meschianza in Philadelphia, 1778
Meschianza at Philadelphia, a festival in the form of a medieval tournament, 1778. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Artillery defending the Continental Army winter camp at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

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Evolution of the United States flag from red British ensign (left) to the striped Grand Union flag (right), to the thirteen-star flag (center). Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Committee writing the Declaration of Independence, 1776: Franklin, Jefferson, Livingston, Adams, and Sherman (left - right). Hand-colored engraving

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American minutemen fight to hold off the British army at Concord Bridge, April 10, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration by F.C. Yohn

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George Washington marching the Continental Army to Valley Forge winter camp. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

Washington crossing the Delaware River
Washington and his army crossing the Delaware River, prior to the Battle of Trenton

Beckenham Place, Blackheath, London, the seat of John Cator Esq. This mansion dates from the mid 1770s

Hand-colored printed halftone illustration
John Paul Jones in command of the " Ranger" in battle with the British ship " Drake, " American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustratioin

British military camp at cox heath, near Maidstone, in Kent
5669850 British military camp at cox heath, near Maidstone, in Kent; (add.info.: 18th century print showing, a view of the British military camp at cox heath, near Maidstone, in Kent)

New Country house in France, 1775
3480661 New Country house in France, 1775; (add.info.: New Country house in France. 18th century illustration 1775.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Ploughing and sowing seed, 1775
3480659 Ploughing and sowing seed, 1775; (add.info.: Ploughing and sowing seed, scene, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700)

Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775
3480655 Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775; (add.info.: Apiculture (bee keeping) from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700

Title Page of 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', 1775
3480652 Title Page of 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', 1775; (add.info.: Title Page of 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne)

Early spring
2909876 Early spring; (add.info.: Early spring. Print shows a man sitting on a veranda, turned to look at a woman standing in a doorway. 1770); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Death of William Pitt, 1778
1577185 Death of William Pitt, 1778; (add.info.: Death of William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (15 November 1708 - 11 May 1778)

Litterary Party at Sir Joshua Reynold's, 1770 (engraving)
1577081 Litterary Party at Sir Joshua Reynold's, 1770 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of a Litterary Party at Sir Joshua Reynold's)

A British fort at Ticonderoga, 1775
1576478 A British fort at Ticonderoga, 1775; (add.info.: A British fort at Ticonderoga in northern New York was taken by surprise by a small force of Green Mountain Boys led by Ethan Allen of Vermont)

The Declaration of Independence, 1776
1580670 The Declaration of Independence, 1776; (add.info.: The Declaration of Independence, July 4th 1776. This was a statement adopted by the Continental Congress which announced that the thirteen)

New York City's skyline, 1778
1574862 New York City's skyline, 1778; (add.info.: A view of the New York City's skyline, with ships in the East River, from Long Island.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Harvesting scene, 1775
3480658 Harvesting scene, 1775; (add.info.: Harvesting scene, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700)

Silk worm cultivation and threading of silk, 1775
3480656 Silk worm cultivation and threading of silk, 1775; (add.info.: Silk worm cultivation and threading of silk, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne)

Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775
3480653 Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775; (add.info.: Apiculture (bee keeping) from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700

The Daidai Kagura performance at the two sites, Ise Shrine
2909824 The Daidai Kagura performance at the two sites, Ise Shrine; (add.info.: Print shows a perspective view in the shrine at Ise with the Daidai Kagura ceremony taking place before the royal)

Point Royal, Jamaica New Granada, 18th century (engraving)
2902884 Point Royal, Jamaica New Granada, 18th century (engraving); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Theatre of War, 1779
2902817 Theatre of War, 1779; (add.info.: Theatre of War, 1779.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

John Hancock's defiance, 1776
1574871 John Hancock's defiance, 1776; (add.info.: John Hancock's defiance on July 4th 1776. He served as president of the Second Continental Congress and was the first)

Shah Alum in distress, 1773
1575264 Shah Alum in distress, 1773; (add.info.: Shah Alum in distress, engraving dated 1773. "A design in two compartments illustrating an article in Biblical phraseology)

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In the 1770s, amidst the turmoil of the American Revolution, a remarkable tale unfolded in South Carolina. Laodicea Dicey Langston, a courageous woman, stood as a shield to protect her elderly father from Loyalist troops who sought to harm him due to his unwavering support for the revolutionary cause. This heartwarming scene was immortalized in a mezzotint artwork by Tompkins Harrison Matteson during the 19th century. Meanwhile, on another front of this historic struggle for independence, the Battle of Bunker Hill erupted in 1775. Patriots valiantly fought against British forces on that fateful day, leaving an indelible mark on American history. During this period, John Paul Jones received an esteemed commission as captain in the US Navy. His appointment symbolized America's growing naval prowess and determination to secure freedom from British rule. The Battle of Long Island took place in New York during these tumultuous times. It served as a pivotal moment when American forces clashed with their British counterparts. The outcome would shape future events and test the resolve of both sides involved. As patriots rallied under various flags during this era, one emblem became synonymous with their cause - the Pine Tree flag of the American Revolution fluttered proudly above them as they fought for liberty and justice. Amidst all these historical events unfolding across continents, even leisure activities provided respite from chaos. A captivating painting titled "Eclipse" depicted a dark chestnut racehorse held by its groom alongside a jockey – reminding us that life continued amidst upheaval. Beyond America's shores lay Europe where Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette donned wedding costumes befitting royalty. Their union represented not only love but also political alliances that would soon face immense challenges amid revolution brewing within France itself. While tales like "Jack Spriggins and the Enchanted Bean" captivated imaginations through folklore, real-life adventures unfolded on the high seas.