Mid Eighteenth Century Collection (page 4)

Step back in time to the mid-eighteenth century, a period of elegance and refinement

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Heads of Angels - Portrait of Miss Francis Isabel Ker Gorden, (oil on canvas)

Heads of Angels - Portrait of Miss Francis Isabel Ker Gorden, (oil on canvas)
990323 Heads of Angels - Portrait of Miss Francis Isabel Ker Gorden, (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 76.2x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Archbold Children: A Group Portrait of a Little Boy, Full Length Wearing a Beige Coat

The Archbold Children: A Group Portrait of a Little Boy, Full Length Wearing a Beige Coat
824248 The Archbold Children: A Group Portrait of a Little Boy, Full Length Wearing a Beige Coat, Dark Blue Gold-Embroidered Waistcoat, and Tricorn Hat and Playing a Violin, and His Sister

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Elizabeth, Mrs John Bostock, c. 1769 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Elizabeth, Mrs John Bostock, c. 1769 (oil on canvas)
824240 Portrait of Elizabeth, Mrs John Bostock, c.1769 (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97); 127x101.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Elizabeth, Mrs John Bostock)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Nancy Fortescue, Wearing a Dark Blue Riding Habit with Gold Frogging and Cap

Portrait of Nancy Fortescue, Wearing a Dark Blue Riding Habit with Gold Frogging and Cap
824230 Portrait of Nancy Fortescue, Wearing a Dark Blue Riding Habit with Gold Frogging and Cap, (oil on canvas) by Hudson

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Gentleman in a tricorn Hat holding a Cane, a Gentleman in a black Phrygian Bonnet

A Gentleman in a tricorn Hat holding a Cane, a Gentleman in a black Phrygian Bonnet
827688 A Gentleman in a tricorn Hat holding a Cane, a Gentleman in a black Phrygian Bonnet and a young woman with a Mouche in a red Dress, (pastel on paper laid on canvas) by Tiepolo

Portrait of Monsieur Hertault of Lienay, in Profile, turned to the Left, (red chalk)
827623 Portrait of Monsieur Hertault of Lienay, in Profile, turned to the Left, (red chalk) by Slodtz, Rene Michel (Michel-Ange) (1705-64); 43.3x34.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Feeding of the Five Thousand, (on copper)

The Feeding of the Five Thousand, (on copper)
827939 The Feeding of the Five Thousand, (on copper) by Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-61); 43.8x63.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Feeding of the Five Thousand)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Hygieia, (oil on canvas)

Hygieia, (oil on canvas)
827933 Hygieia, (oil on canvas) by Hamilton, Gavin (1723-98); 170.2x120.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hygieia. Gavin Hamilton (1723-1798). Oil on canvas

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Nobleman, small full-length on Horseback (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Nobleman, small full-length on Horseback (oil on canvas)
827927 Portrait of a Nobleman, small full-length on Horseback (oil on canvas) by Morier, David (1705-70) (attr. to); 126.3x101.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Nobleman)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: An Equestrian Portrait of Francis, Duke of Lorraine (1708-1769)

An Equestrian Portrait of Francis, Duke of Lorraine (1708-1769)
827903 An Equestrian Portrait of Francis, Duke of Lorraine (1708-1769), later Emperor Francis I of Austria, full length in a landscape (oil on canvas, an oval made up into rectangle) by Liani

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: An Allegory of the Visual Arts, (oil on metal)

An Allegory of the Visual Arts, (oil on metal)
827840 An Allegory of the Visual Arts, (oil on metal) by Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-61); 41x58.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Allegory of the Visual Arts. Johann Georg Platzer (1704-1761)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Rialto Bridge, venice, from the North, 1753 (oil on canvas)

The Rialto Bridge, venice, from the North, 1753 (oil on canvas)
827830 The Rialto Bridge, venice, from the North, 1753 (oil on canvas) by Venetian School, (18th century); 186.7x306 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rialto Bridge, venice, from the North)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Campo San Gallo, Venice, c. 1740s (oil on canvas)

The Campo San Gallo, Venice, c. 1740s (oil on canvas)
827829 The Campo San Gallo, Venice, c.1740s (oil on canvas) by Marieschi, Michele (1696-1743); 98.5x137.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Campo San Gallo, Venice)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Classical Roman Arcade, with Figures in the Foreground, 1759 (black chalk

A Classical Roman Arcade, with Figures in the Foreground, 1759 (black chalk
827570 A Classical Roman Arcade, with Figures in the Foreground, 1759 (black chalk, pen and black ink, brown and grey wash) by Robert, Hubert (1733-1808); 48.5x36.2

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Portrait of an Actor as Arlequin, (pastel)

A Portrait of an Actor as Arlequin, (pastel)
827568 A Portrait of an Actor as Arlequin, (pastel) by Vigee, Louis (1715-67); 56.5x50 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Portrait of an Actor as Arlequin. Louis Vigee (1715-67). Pastel

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Genista (Broom), 1737-1745 (engraved and mezzotint plate

Genista (Broom), 1737-1745 (engraved and mezzotint plate
986424 Genista (Broom), 1737-1745 (engraved and mezzotint plate, printed in colours and finished by) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70) (after); 45.5x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Red Wood - Frutex Lauri folio pendulo, fructu triocco semine nigro splendente (with

Red Wood - Frutex Lauri folio pendulo, fructu triocco semine nigro splendente (with
986393 Red Wood - Frutex Lauri folio pendulo, fructu triocco semine nigro splendente (with) The Parrot of Paradise, Psitticus Paradisis, plate 10, 1754 (hand-coloured engraving) by Catesby

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A View of the City of Florence, Plate XXI, from A Selection of XXIV Views

A View of the City of Florence, Plate XXI, from A Selection of XXIV Views
986356 A View of the City of Florence, Plate XXI, from A Selection of XXIV Views, 1754 (engraving) by Sgrilli, Bernardo Sansone (d.1744); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Plate XII from The Stolen Pail (La Secchia Rapita) by Alessandro Tassoni

Plate XII from The Stolen Pail (La Secchia Rapita) by Alessandro Tassoni
986331 Plate XII from The Stolen Pail (La Secchia Rapita) by Alessandro Tassoni, 1744 (engraving) by Zucchi (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Chinese Teal, 1746 (hand-coloured etching)

Chinese Teal, 1746 (hand-coloured etching)
986235 Chinese Teal, 1746 (hand-coloured etching) by Edwards, George (1694-1773); 29.6x23.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Teal)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Magnificent Bridge with Loggia, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving)

Magnificent Bridge with Loggia, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving)
986173 Magnificent Bridge with Loggia, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); about 40x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Interior of St. Pauls basilica outside the walls, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving)

Interior of St. Pauls basilica outside the walls, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving)
986172 Interior of St. Pauls basilica outside the walls, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); about 40x60. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Pan appears at Brixia ordering him not to take Chloe, 1757 (engraving)

Pan appears at Brixia ordering him not to take Chloe, 1757 (engraving)
985929 Pan appears at Brixia ordering him not to take Chloe, 1757 (engraving) by Orleans, Philippe d (1674-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Various seashells, 1758 (hand-coloured engraving)

Various seashells, 1758 (hand-coloured engraving)
985812 Various seashells, 1758 (hand-coloured engraving) by Regenfus, Franz Michael (c.1712-80); 62.2x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Various seashells)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Map of the Americas, 1744 (engraving)

Map of the Americas, 1744 (engraving)
985757 Map of the Americas, 1744 (engraving) by Seutter, Georg MatthAaus (1678-1757); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Americas. From Atlas novus.... Georg Matthaus Seutter (1678-1757)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Woman in Turkish Costume in a Hamam Instructing her Servant, (pastel)

A Woman in Turkish Costume in a Hamam Instructing her Servant, (pastel)
989990 A Woman in Turkish Costume in a Hamam Instructing her Servant, (pastel) by Liotard, Jean-Etienne (1702-89); 70.3x56.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A View of Roaring River Cascades, Jamaica (oil on canvas)

A View of Roaring River Cascades, Jamaica (oil on canvas)
659400 A View of Roaring River Cascades, Jamaica (oil on canvas) by Milton, John (fl.1767-76); 63.5x76.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British, out of copyright

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Putti in Flight Holding a Wreath and a Torch, (oil on canvas)

A Putti in Flight Holding a Wreath and a Torch, (oil on canvas)
659359 A Putti in Flight Holding a Wreath and a Torch, (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 132x99.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Putti in Flight Holding a Wreath and a Torch)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Assumption of the Virgin, (oil on canvas)

The Assumption of the Virgin, (oil on canvas)
659349 The Assumption of the Virgin, (oil on canvas) by Halle, Noel (1711-81); 254x172.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Assumption of the Virgin. Noel Halle (1711-1781). Oil on canvas

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Thomas Hanway, Half Length, in a Beige Coat with Blue and Silver Facings

Portrait of Thomas Hanway, Half Length, in a Beige Coat with Blue and Silver Facings
652176 Portrait of Thomas Hanway, Half Length, in a Beige Coat with Blue and Silver Facings, and a Blue and Silver Waistcoat, Holding a Hat Under His Arm, in a Landscape

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of the Artist, Head and Shoulders, in a Red Gown of a Doctor of Laws

Portrait of the Artist, Head and Shoulders, in a Red Gown of a Doctor of Laws
652160 Portrait of the Artist, Head and Shoulders, in a Red Gown of a Doctor of Laws and White Stock - Unfinished, (oil on canvas) by Reynolds

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Pink Variegated Auricula, (watercolour and bodycolour, on vellum)

A Pink Variegated Auricula, (watercolour and bodycolour, on vellum)
651803 A Pink Variegated Auricula, (watercolour and bodycolour, on vellum) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); 46.4x33.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Pink Variegated Auricula)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Detail of a magnificent suit of brown cut velvet, comprising coat

Detail of a magnificent suit of brown cut velvet, comprising coat
1767236 Detail of a magnificent suit of brown cut velvet, comprising coat, breeches & waist of ivory satin embroidered en suite, c.1760 (velvet, satin) by French School

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765)

A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765)
1766856 A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Lambeth Delft blue and white royal portrait dish painted with a half length portrait of

A Lambeth Delft blue and white royal portrait dish painted with a half length portrait of
1766844 A Lambeth Delft blue and white royal portrait dish painted with a half length portrait of George III, c.1761 (ceramic) by English School

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Group of Dissected Hands, 1745-46 (colour mezzotint)

A Group of Dissected Hands, 1745-46 (colour mezzotint)
1764835 A Group of Dissected Hands, 1745-46 (colour mezzotint) by Gautier d Agoty, Jacques-Fabien (1710-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Group of Dissected Hands)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Gormalar Ragini, c. 1740 (gouache and gold paint on paper)

Gormalar Ragini, c. 1740 (gouache and gold paint on paper)
1196847 Gormalar Ragini, c. 1740 (gouache and gold paint on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 30.9x23.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Pandits Attending Balwant Singhs Personal Shrine, c. 1750

Pandits Attending Balwant Singhs Personal Shrine, c. 1750
1196868 Pandits Attending Balwant Singhs Personal Shrine, c. 1750 () by Indian School, (18th century); 15x19.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Gentleman, probably Mr. Lyte, in Black Van Dyke costume

Portrait of a Gentleman, probably Mr. Lyte, in Black Van Dyke costume
1195524 Portrait of a Gentleman, probably Mr. Lyte, in Black Van Dyke costume, 1769 (oil on canvas) by Kettle, Tilly (1735-86); 26.2x63.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Musa, (pencil and watercolour with bodycolour)

Musa, (pencil and watercolour with bodycolour)
824118 Musa, (pencil and watercolour with bodycolour) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); 54.7x39.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Musa. Georg Dionysius Ehret (1710-1770)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Gentleman standing, half-length, in oriental costume, (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Gentleman standing, half-length, in oriental costume, (oil on canvas)
990162 Portrait of a Gentleman standing, half-length, in oriental costume, (oil on canvas) by Soldi, Andrea (1703-71); 93x74.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Gentleman standing)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Sleeping Girl, (red, black and white chalk on paper)

A Sleeping Girl, (red, black and white chalk on paper)
989994 A Sleeping Girl, (red, black and white chalk on paper) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 22.3x31.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sleeping Girl. Francois Boucher (1703-1770)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: La Lecture (oil on canvas)

La Lecture (oil on canvas)
990392 La Lecture (oil on canvas) by Hutin, Charles-Francois (1715-76); 129.2x95.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La Lecture. Attributed to Charles-Francois Hutin (1715-1776). Oil on canvas

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: An Allegory of Love - Putti disporting in a Landscape, (oil on canvas)

An Allegory of Love - Putti disporting in a Landscape, (oil on canvas)
990324 An Allegory of Love - Putti disporting in a Landscape, (oil on canvas) by Jeaurat, Etienne (1699-1789); 80x72 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Four Arts - Painting, (oil on canvas)

The Four Arts - Painting, (oil on canvas)
990206 The Four Arts - Painting, (oil on canvas) by Loo, Carle van (1705-65); 116x94.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Four Arts - Painting. Carle van Loo (1705-1765). Oil on canvas

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Piazza del Quirinale, with the Castel Sant Angelo and Saint Peters beyond

The Piazza del Quirinale, with the Castel Sant Angelo and Saint Peters beyond
990190 The Piazza del Quirinale, with the Castel Sant Angelo and Saint Peters beyond, (oil on canvas) by Joli, Antonio (1700-77); 67x96.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Piazza del Quirinale)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of the Rev. Thoms Wilson D. D. and his Adopted Daughter, Miss Catherine Macauley

Portrait of the Rev. Thoms Wilson D. D. and his Adopted Daughter, Miss Catherine Macauley
990186 Portrait of the Rev.Thoms Wilson D.D. and his Adopted Daughter, Miss Catherine Macauley, (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Anatomical Head, from Myologie complete en couleur et grandeur naturelle

Anatomical Head, from Myologie complete en couleur et grandeur naturelle
986275 Anatomical Head, from Myologie complete en couleur et grandeur naturelle, 1746 (colour print) by Gautier d Agoty, Jacques-Fabien (1710-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anatomical Head)

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Step back in time to the mid-eighteenth century, a period of elegance and refinement. In this captivating era, one can imagine strolling through a picturesque garden, where a lady gracefully walks hand-in-hand with her small child. The Laurel Tree stands tall, its branches adorned with delicate leaves that have been meticulously hand-colored in an enchanting etching from 1731-1743. As we delve deeper into history, we witness the dramatic scene of The Death of Bhishma. Mortally wounded by Arjuna's numerous arrows, Bhishma lies on the battlefield as his life ebbs away. This mesmerizing artwork captures the intensity and emotion of this ancient tale. Nature takes center stage once again with the Magnolia. A beautifully hand-colored engraved plate transports us to a world filled with vibrant blossoms and fragrant petals during the years 1750-1773. The Lilium corona Imperialis enchants us further with its exquisite beauty. Engraved and mezzotinted onto a plate between 1737-1745, this regal Crown imperial lily commands attention and admiration. Traveling across continents brings us to Limerick in Ireland around 1750. Through detailed watercolor plans, we catch glimpses of this historic cityscape - its architecture standing proudly against the backdrop of rolling hills and flowing rivers. Intriguing mythology unfolds before our eyes as we witness The Young Krishna Kills the Demon Vatsasura disguised as a calf. Rendered using watercolors and ink on orange paper between c. 1730-1740, this captivating artwork tells tales of bravery and divine intervention. Artistic mastery is exemplified in The Infant Hercules painted on canvas - an embodiment of strength even at such tender age; it reminds us that greatness can emerge from unexpected places. A glimpse into Amsterdam's past awaits us through Vue of Kleveniers Canal captured between c. 1740-1770.