Early Eighteenth Century Collection (page 6)

A Rouen rectangular tray, painted in blue and iron-red (ceramic)
1766868 A Rouen rectangular tray, painted in blue and iron-red (ceramic) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rouen rectangular tray, painted in blue and iron-red)

Fruit, Hazelnuts and Hollyhocks on a Marble Ledge, (oil on panel)
827769 Fruit, Hazelnuts and Hollyhocks on a Marble Ledge, (oil on panel) by Huysum, Jan van (1682-1749); 40x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fruit, Hazelnuts and Hollyhocks on a Marble Ledge)

The Personification of Asia, (oil on panel)
827717 The Personification of Asia, (oil on panel) by Taraval, Guillaume-Thomas-Raphael (1701-50); 67.3x63.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Personification of Asia)

A Doctor tending a swooning Girl, 1713 (oil on panel)
827710 A Doctor tending a swooning Girl, 1713 (oil on panel) by Mieris, Frans van the Younger (1689-1763); 49.8x41 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Doctor tending a swooning Girl)

Girls being taught Needlework by a Seamstress, (oil on canvas)
827693 Girls being taught Needlework by a Seamstress, (oil on canvas) by Bonito, Giuseppe (1707-89); 102.2x154.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Girls being taught Needlework by a Seamstress)

A Mother with her Puppies, 1734 (oil on canvas)
827974 A Mother with her Puppies, 1734 (oil on canvas) by Huet, Christophe (1700-59); 127x146 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mother with her Puppies. Christophe Huet (1700-1759)

A Capriccio of a Mediterranean Seaport with Austrian Shipping
827924 A Capriccio of a Mediterranean Seaport with Austrian Shipping, Merchants and Sailors on Quays in the Foreground, a Company of Militia near the Arch of Constantine

Frontispiece from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds
986234 Frontispiece from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of some other rare and undescribed Animals, .. 1739-1751 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Edwards

Wall-map of Delftland, 1712 (hand-coloured engraving)
986201 Wall-map of Delftland, 1712 (hand-coloured engraving) by Netherlandish School, (18th century); 52x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Wall-map of Delftland)

The Kit-Cat Club done from the original paintings of Sir, 1735 (mezzotint engraving)
986156 The Kit-Cat Club done from the original paintings of Sir, 1735 (mezzotint engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Red Adonis, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986022 Red Adonis, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Red Adonis; Adonis rubis)

Bouquet Narcissus, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986019 Bouquet Narcissus, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bouquet Narcissus; Narcisse a Bouquet)

John Lawson plant specimen
Plant specimen collected by John Lawson in the Carolinas in the early eighteenth century

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"Exploring the Early Eighteenth Century: A Glimpse into Art, Culture, and History" Step back in time to the early eighteenth century, a period of artistic brilliance and cultural transformation. In April, immerse yourself in the vibrant hues of nature with "Twelve Months of Flowers" (1730), a captivating colour engraving that celebrates the beauty of spring. The Laurel Tree (1731-1743) takes us on a journey through hand-coloured etchings, showcasing intricate details and delicate foliage. Meanwhile, the Crown imperial lily enchants us with its regal presence in Lilium corona Imperialis (1737-1745), an engraved and mezzotint plate that exudes elegance. Delve into mythology as you encounter "A Decorative Roundel with Odysseus Fighting the Beggar, and with Sphynxs" (oil on canvas). This artwork transports us to ancient times when heroes battled mythical creatures. Witness dramatic scenes unfold before your eyes - from "The Rape of the Sabine Women" (c. 1700), depicted through black chalk & bodycolour on vellum, to "The Young Krishna Kills the Demon Vatsasura" (c. 1730-1740), captured using watercolor & ink on orange paper. These artworks showcase both power struggles and triumphs over evil. Experience laughter and entertainment as you observe "A scene from commedia dell'arte, " where a girl resists advances while an actress executes graceful steps. The use of black lead, red, black, and white chalk brings these lively characters to life. In contrast to these dynamic scenes is Jean-Baptiste Oudry's masterpiece "La Retour de Chasse: A Hunting Dog Guarding Dead Game. " This oil painting captures stillness amidst action—a moment frozen in time. Flora graces our presence in her half-length portrait, "Holding Plums, " rendered in pastel.