1648 Collection

PONTEFRACT CASTLE, Yorkshire
Bird s-eye view of Pontefract Castle, Yorkshire, as it appeared during the Civil War. Date: 1648

Grinling Gibbons / Evelyn
GRINLING GIBBONS English woodcarver and sculptor, with John Evelyn at the door, about to discover him

South American camelid, 17th century
South American camelid, 17th-century artwork. There are four main species of camelids in South America. Llamas and alpacas are domesticated, while guanacos and vicunas roam wild

Charles I at Trial
CHARLES I OF ENGLAND The King at his trial in 1648

David Hollaz, Churchman
DAVID HOLLAZ (or Hollatz, Hollazius) German Lutheran churchman, theologian and dogmatist. Date: 1648 - 1713

JEFFREYS (1648 - 1689)
GEORGE JEFFREYS, 1st Baron Jeffreys, Lord Chief Justice (JUDGE JEFFREYS); Siezed at Wapping, attempting to flee the country disguised as a sailor in 1688

30 Years War, Cavalry
General battle scene : a cavalry skirmish

Wladyslaw Iv / Poland
WLADYSLAW IV VASA King of Poland (1632-48)

30 Yrs War, Prague Taken
Prague taken by the Swedish army

Europe after the Peace Treaty in Westphalia (1648)
Illustration of a Europe after the Peace Treaty in Westphalia (1648)

Giant of Trapani
The skeleton of this huge gentleman was found at Trapani, Sicily, by Boccatio. He measured 400 feet (121m) though this would not be anatomically possible

Europe in the era of renewal after the Peace Treaty in Westphalia (1648)
Illustration of a Europe in the era of renewal after the Peace Treaty in Westphalia (1648)

Colchester, Essex, England - The Siege House
Colchester, Essex, England - The 15th century Siege House - Bullet holes from fighting during the Siege of Colchester during the English Civil War (1648) are still visible on the timber frame

Alexander Erskine, 1598-1656
1219687 Alexander Erskine, 1598-1656. by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plenipotentiary for Sweden at the Treaty of Munster in 1648)

Too much Matrimony, 1650 (engraving)
2788254 Too much Matrimony, 1650 (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Too much Matrimony, 1650)

Central Europe about 1648 (colour litho)
6016377 Central Europe about 1648 (colour litho) by Shepherd, William R. (1871-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Central Europe about 1648)

Les Barricades a la porte Saint-Antoine en 1648 (engraving)
3644218 Les Barricades a la porte Saint-Antoine en 1648 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Barricades a la porte Saint-Antoine en 1648)

Charles I, in Carisbrooke Castle, 1648 (engraving)
3629278 Charles I, in Carisbrooke Castle, 1648 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles I in Carisbrooke Castle, 1648)

Colchester leaguer, 1648 (engraving)
3629277 Colchester leaguer, 1648 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colchester leaguer, 1648)

Explosion at Norwich, 1648 (engraving)
3629276 Explosion at Norwich, 1648 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Explosion at Norwich, 1648)

The Prince of Waless squadron, 1648 (engraving)
3629275 The Prince of Waless squadron, 1648 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Waless squadron, 1648)

Trial of Charles I of England
From a print in Nalsons Report of the Trial of 1684

General Lucas at the siege of Colchester, 1648 (engraving)
3629279 General Lucas at the siege of Colchester, 1648 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Lucas at the siege of Colchester, 1648)

Three Suns seen in London on the kings birthday, 1648 (engraving)
3629262 Three Suns seen in London on the kings birthday, 1648 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three Suns seen in London on the kings birthday, 1648)

Traite de paix signe a Munster le 24 octobre 1648 (engraving)
3644837 Traite de paix signe a Munster le 24 octobre 1648 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Traite de paix signe a Munster le 24 octobre 1648)

King Charles I before the High Court of Justice at Whitehall, 1648 (engraving)
610977 King Charles I before the High Court of Justice at Whitehall, 1648 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Treaty of Westphalia, from The History of France, by Emile de Bonnechose
PML143611 The Treaty of Westphalia, from The History of France, by Emile de Bonnechose, published by Ward, Lock and Co, London (engraving) by English School

The PEACE OF WESTPHALIA signed at Osnaburg (or MUNSTER where further signatures were added on 24 October) brings the war to an end though France and Spain continue fighting Date: 6 August 1648

FERDINAND LORD FAIRFAX
FERDINAND, lord FAIRFAX military commander with the Parliamentary forces in the Civil War : father of Thomas F. with his autograph Date: 1584 - 1648

HERALD WITH LIST
A HERALD holding a list of the Counts of Holland Date: circa 1648

EVENTS / FRANCE / 1648 FROND
Caricature of bourgeois soldiers involved in the Fronde (a series of revolts against Louis XIV). Date: 1648

EVENTS / FRANCE / MAZARIN
Cartoon against Mazarin at the time of the arrest of a magistrate (the incident which sparked the Fronde) Date: 1648

Holy Family Night Interior illuminated candlelight
The Holy Family at Night, The Holy Family at Night. Interior illuminated by candlelight with Maria and Anna at the cradle in which the Christ child sleeps

The Battle of Prague on October 1648, 1648. Creator: Merian, Matthaus, the Elder (1593-1650)
The Battle of Prague on October 1648, 1648. Private Collection

Self-portrait etching at a window, 1648, by Rembrandt (1606
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669). Dutch painter. Self-portrait etching at a window, 1648. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Banquet of the Amsterdam Civic Guard in Celebration of the P
Bartholomeus van der Helst (1613-1670). Dutch painter. Banquet of the Amsterdam Civic Guard in Celebration of the Peace of Munster, 1648. Rijskmuseum. Amsterdam. Netherlands

Tabula secundum accurata Ventorum veterem et nova [m] dispositione [m] ac nomenclature [m] (Table of the winds according to the old and new layout and nomenclature)

Peace of Westphalia, ending the Thirty Years War, 1648
Dutch celebrating the Treaty of Westphalia, ending the Thirty Years War, 1648. Printed color halftone reproduction of a painting by Flindt

Peace Of Munster May 16 1648 Eighty Years War
Delegates swearing the Oath of Ratification of the Peace of Munster, May 16, 1648, which ended the Eighty Years War between Spain and the Netherlands. After a work by an unknown artist

Map of Central Europe after the Peace of Westphalia, 1648. From A Short History of the World, published c. 1936
Map of Central Europe after the Peace of Westphalia, 1648. From A Short History of the World, published c.1936

The Ratification of the Treaty of Munster, 15 May 1648. After the painting by Dutch artist Gerard ter Borch the Younger, 1617 - 1681

Portrait young man 1648 Crispyn van den Queborn
Portrait of a young man, 1648, , Crispyn van den Queborn, Den Haag 1604-1652 Den Haag

Lennart Torstenson 1603-51 painting portrait
Lennart Torstenson, 1603-51, painting, portrait, Lennart Torstensson, 1648, Oil, Height, 208 cm (81.8 inch), Width, 122 cm (48 inch)

Daniel Mytens d. AÔé¼ 1590-dead 1648 painting watercolor
Daniel Mytens d.a, 1590-dead before 1648, painting, watercolor and gouache on parchment, Height, 6 cm (2.3 inches), Width, 4.5 cm (1.7 inches)

Jan Baptist Weenix Harbor Antique Ruins ancient ruins
Jan Baptist Weenix, Harbor with Antique Ruins, Harbor with ancient ruins, painting, 1648, oil on canvas, Height, 102 cm (40.1 inches), Width, 82 cm (32.2 inches), Signed, Gio, Batta, Weenix

Allaert van Everdingen Shore Steep Cliffs Beach party
Allaert van Everdingen, Shore with Steep Cliffs, Beach party with steep rocks, painting, 1648, Oil on oak, Mounted in climate cassette, Height, 39 cm (15.3 inches), Width, 60.2 cm (23.7 inches)

Attributed David Beck King Karl X Gustav Karl X Gustav
Attributed to David Beck, King Karl X Gustav, Karl X Gustav (1622-1660) pfalzgreve of Zweibrucken, King of Sweden, painting, portrait, Charles X Gustav of Sweden, 1648, Oil on canvas, Height, 119 cm

Idolatry King Solomon Temple interior surrounded
The Idolatry of King Solomon, The Idolatry of King Solomon. Temple interior in which King Solomon, surrounded by some women, kneels in front of an altar where incense is burned

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In the year 1648, Pontefract Castle stood tall in Yorkshire, a testament to its rich history. The intricate wood carvings by Grinling Gibbons and the writings of John Evelyn adorned its walls, showcasing the artistic brilliance of the era. Meanwhile, David Hollaz emerged as a prominent churchman, spreading his teachings far and wide. His words resonated with many seeking spiritual guidance during these turbulent times. Across the Atlantic Ocean, South American camelids roamed freely in their native land. These unique creatures fascinated explorers who ventured into uncharted territories during the 17th century. Back in Europe, Charles I found himself at trial amidst political turmoil. The events that unfolded would shape not only his fate but also the course of history for years to come. Amidst all this chaos, one name echoed through time - Jeffreys (1648-1689). This enigmatic figure left an indelible mark on society with his actions and decisions that would be remembered long after he was gone. The cavalry played a crucial role in the Thirty Years War as they fought valiantly on battlefields across Europe. Their bravery and skill were unmatched as they faced countless challenges head-on. Wladyslaw IV ruled over Poland during this period when Prague was taken during the Thirty Years War. These historical events reshaped borders and alliances throughout Europe forever altering its geopolitical landscape. Finally, after much bloodshed and negotiations, peace prevailed with the signing of the Peace Treaty in Westphalia (1648). It marked a turning point for nations involved in conflict as they sought to rebuild what had been lost. To celebrate this newfound harmony, Amsterdam hosted a grand banquet for its civic guard. The event showcased opulence and unity among citizens who rejoiced at finally finding respite from war's ravages.