1618 Collection (page 6)

Portrait of Louise de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth; Peter Lely, English, 1618 - 1680; about 1671 - 1674; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 125.1 x 101.6 cm (49 1/4 x 40 in.)

Head of a Woman; Michael Sweerts, Flemish, 1618 - 1664; about 1654; Oil on panel; Unframed: 50.6 x 37.5 cm (19 15/16 x 14 3/4 in.), Framed: 67.9 x 56.4 x 4.8 cm (26 3/4 x 22 3/16 x 1 7/8 in.)

Covered Standing Cup; Marcus Heiden, German, active by 1618 until at least 1664; Coburg, Germany, Europe; 1631; probably with later 17th century figural elements; Ivory; Object: H: 63.5 x Diam

Aphra Behn, Peter Lely, 1618-1680, Dutch

Diana Kirke, later Countess of Oxford Inscribed in ocher paint, lower right: Diana
Diana Kirke, later Countess of Oxford Inscribed in ocher paint, lower right: " Diana Kirke | Cts, of Oxford.", Peter Lely, 1618-1680, Dutch

Edward Montagu, 1st Earl of Sandwich Inscribed in ocher-color paint, lower right: " Edward [?] E, of Sandwich.", Peter Lely, 1618-1680, Dutch

Sir Ralph Bankes Inscribed on dog collar, lower right: Sr RB, Peter Lely
Sir Ralph Bankes Inscribed on dog collar, lower right: " Sr RB", Peter Lely, 1618-1680, Dutch

Prince Rupert of the Rhine, Studio of Peter Lely, 1618-1680, Dutch

Lady Frances Savile, Later Lady Brudenell Inscribed in artists hand, yellow paint, lower left: " Frances Lady Brudence|", Peter Lely, 1618-1680, Dutch

Domenico Fetti, The Veil of Veronica, Italian, 1589-1623, c. 1618-1622, oil on panel

Orazio Gentileschi and Giovanni Lanfranco, Saint Cecilia and an Angel, Italian, 1582-1647, c. 1617-1618 and c. 1621-1627, oil on canvas

Jan Both (Dutch, 1615-1618-1652), The Ponte Molle, etching

Jan Both (Dutch, 1615-1618-1652), The Large Tree, etching

Jan Both (Dutch, 1615-1618-1652), The Woman on the Hinny, etching

Willem Jacobsz Delff (Dutch, 1580-1638), Frederik Hendrik, Prince of Nassau-Orange, 1618, engraving

MAURICE PRINCE OF ORANGE (1567-1625). Prince of Orange, 1618-1625. Engraving, 1618, after a drawing by Adriaen Van der Werff

CALLOT: LA PANTALON, 1618. The Pantaloon character from a performance of the Commedia del Arte. Etching by Jacques Callot, 1618

ALATHEA HOWARD (1580-1646). Nee Talbot. Countess of Arundel. Oil on canvas, c1618, by Daniel Mytens

SIR FRANCIS BACON (1561-1626). English philosopher, statesman, and author. Portrait of Bacon in his parliamentary robes. Oil on canvas by an unknown 18th century artist, after a painting, c1618

CALLIGRAPHY. A leaf from Martin Billingsley, The Pens Excellencie or the Secretaries Delight, London, England, 1618

Wooden Hives
circa 1900: Beekeepers with smoke-gun and protective headgear stand by wooden beehives. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Francis Bacon (1561-1626) English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Lord Chancellor 1618. In science advocated observation and experiment rather than Aristotelian deductive logic

Francis Bacon (1561-1626) Viscount St Albans. English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Lord Chancellor 1618. In science advocated observation

Francis Bacon (1561-1626) Viscounts Albans. English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Lord Chancellor 1618: believed science should be based on observation

Reverse of medal commemorating the brilliant comet of November 1618. The message says that God sent us the starry comet as a warning to us to lead better lives

Obverse of medal commemorating the brilliant comet of November 1618. This comet prompted many pamphlets, including Galileo Galileis (1564-1642) polemical masterpiece Il Saggiatore (The Assayer)

Christ in the House of Martha and Mary (1618). Martha supervises work in the kitchen where the cook uses pestel and mortar to pound ingredients

Ptolemy (active 150 AD) Claudius of Ptolemaeus, Alexandrian Greek astronomer and geographer. Woodcut of 1618 showing Ptolemy wearing crown as he was often confused with Ptolemaic kings

Raleigh, Sir Walter (1554-1618)

THIELEN, Jan Philip Van (1618-1667). Floral Wreath with Madonna and Child (Marienstatuette. Copy from E. Quellinus

Perspectiva de la Plaza Mayor. 1618. Anonymous from Madrid. Oil on canvas

William Butler, Medical
WILLIAM BUTLER Physician to king James I, holding a quill pen. Date: 1535 - 1618

Defenestration (Mucha)
DEFENESTRATION OF PRAGUE Bohemian protestants, angry when Catholics destroy two of their churches, throw royal officials from the palace windows Date: 23 May 1618

Meteoric impact, 17th century. This fall of a meteor to Earth was observed in Styria, Austria, an event that is recorded as having taken place in August 1618

Frontispiece of Hypotyposis cometae nuperrime visi by Philipp Mueller, published at Leipzig in 1619. This recounts observations of comets made in 1618

Ben Jonson and William Drummond
Ben and his host had many a long talk together, discussing men and books. Poet and dramatist Ben Jonson (1572 - 1637) smoking a pipe and talking with Scottish poet William Drummond (1585 - 1649)

Hayes Barton, Devon, 1892
Photograph showing Hayes Barton, Devon, the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh (1552-1618) English courtier, navigator and poet

John Davies, Writer
JOHN DAVIES Poet and writing-master of Hereford : a delightful composition of cherubs, mermen and mermaids - with a skull for good measure

Abraham Cowley - 1
ABRAHAM COWLEY Poet, who wrote that Life is an incurable disease

Vatican Palace / Rome / C17
The Papal Palace and grounds of the Vatican, showing the new gateway built in 1618, the Library, the Old and New Palaces, courtyards and long passageway. Date: 17th century

Ferrante Pallavicino
FERRANTE PALLAVICINO Italian satirist

Raleigh Smoking in Chair
SIR WALTER RALEIGH - Having picked up the smoking habit during his American travels, is thought by his servants to be on fire, and is doused with a basin of water

Walter Raleigh / H Davie
SIR WALTER RALEIGH English courtier, navigator, historian and poet, lands in Virginia (although he did not)

James I & Bacon / Figuier
Francis Bacon is appointed Chancellor by King James I

Raleigh / Exmouth / B place
WALTER RALEIGH Birthplace at Hayes, East Budleigh, near Exmouth, of the English courtier, navigator, historian and poet

Raleigh / Smoking / Servant
SIR WALTER RALEIGH Smoking his pipe - his servant thinks he is on fire, and douses him with water

Raleigh / Youghal / Ireland
SIR WALTER RALEIGH His home at Youghal, Ireland

Auranzeb Alamgir I / Minia
AURANZEB ALAMGIR I Mughal emperor of India, 1658 - 1707

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"Exploring the Tapestry of 1618: A Journey through Art, History, and Curiosities" Step into the vibrant world as we unravel its captivating tapestry. Diego Velazquez's masterpiece "Old Woman Cooking Eggs" transports us to a humble kitchen, capturing the essence of everyday life in this era. Amidst artistic wonders, the Fibonacci spiral emerges as an enchanting motif in various artworks. Its perfect harmony reflects nature's divine proportions and captivates our imagination with its mesmerizing patterns. While artists flourished, significant events unfolded globally. The Synod of Dort marked a pivotal moment for religious debates, shaping theological landscapes across Europe. Meanwhile, Caravaggio's chilling masterpiece "The Head of Medusa" sends shivers down our spines with its haunting portrayal. Delving deeper into artistry inspired by mathematics and nature's secrets, we encounter another manifestation of the Fibonacci spiral in Ambrosius Boss' work alongside Phi - an exploration that unveils hidden beauty within seemingly ordinary objects. Venturing beyond canvas boundaries, tales emerge from distant shores. Legends speak of mermaids gracing Newfoundland's waters while Sir Walter Raleigh introduced potatoes to Ireland – forever transforming their culinary landscape. Yet amidst these cultural marvels lies a darker event etched in history – the Defenestration of Prague. This dramatic incident shook nations and sparked conflict that would shape Europe for years to come. As we journey further back in time through woodcuts depicting Arctic inhabitants or German engravings symbolizing Earth and Universe allegories; each piece offers glimpses into society’s perceptions during this period. Nature itself also left its mark on 1618 when Heidelberg Comet illuminated night skies with celestial brilliance – reminding humanity how small we are compared to the vastness above us. Finally, let us bask in Ambrosius Boss' delicate bouquet resting within a stone niche – a testament to his mastery and a reminder that amidst the chaos of history, beauty can always be found.