1650 Collection

Still Life with Flowers in a Glass Vase, Jan Davidsz. de Heem, 1650 - 1683

Cromwell at Dunbar
Cromwell prepares to fight the Scots at DUNBAR

Folklore / Gryphon
Gryphus, or Greiff, classified by Johnstone as a bird because it has the head and wings of an eagle, despite having the body of a lion

Persian Manuscript, 1650. Court of a Safavid dynasty prince. Persian art. Safavid period. Miniature Painting. EGYPT. CAIRO. Cairo. Museum of Islamic Arts

The Shell (Conus marmoreus), 1650, by Rembrandt (1606-1669)
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669). Dutch painter. The Shell (Conus marmoreus), 1650. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Rene Descartes at Desk
RENE DESCARTES French Mathematician and Philosopher. Attempted to unify all knowledge as the product of clear reasoning from self-evident premises

Nell Gwynn and the houses in which she lived
Engraved portrait of Nell Gwynn (1650-1687), the English actress and mistress of King Charles II, and two of the houses in which she lived

Folklore / Birds / Phoenix
rising from the flames

Duke of Marlborough
JOHN CHURCHILL, duke of MARLBOROUGH, brilliant military commander who, with prince Eugen of Savoy, defeated the French in the war of the Spanish Succession

Old Houses in the High Street - Banbury, Oxfordshire. This is The Vivers Building - a house built in 1650 for a mercer called Edward Vivers. Date: circa 1910

Claude Lorrain (1600-1682). View of Delphi with Procession. 1650. Classicism. Oil on canvas. ITALY. LAZIO. Rome. Doria Pamphili Gallery

Rene Descartes / Home
RENE DESCARTES French mathematician and philosopher: his home at La Haye-Descartes, Indre-et-Loire

Rene Descartes / Tomb
RENE DESCARTES French mathematician and philosopher: his tomb, at Stockholm

Rene Descartes / Statue
RENE DESCARTES French mathematician and philosopher: the statue at Tours with his famous saying, Cogito, Ergo Sum

Rene Descartes, French mathematician and philosopher. His most famous philosophical statement was: I think, therefore I am

Revolution House, Whittington, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, formerly the " Cock & Pynet" Inn, where patriotic noblemen plotted to make William of Orange the King

WILLIAM III / POSTCARD
KING WILLIAM III Propaganda against home rule in Ireland, celebrating William of Orange as of glorious, pious and immortal memory and victory at the Battle of the Boyne. Date: 1650 - 1702

River View by Moonlight, c. 1640-1650, by Aert van der Neer
Aert van der Neer (c.1603-1677). Dutch painter. River View by Moonlight, c. 1640-1650. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Egyptian solar system model
Solar System. An engraving depicting the layout of the Solar System. It is shown as the route taken by a scarab beetle. The path starts at the Earth (centre) and passes out to the heavens (top)

Town Planning / Jena
A 17th century town - Jena, Germany - still defended by its ramparts but spilling out beyond them into the surrounding countryside

James Graham Montrose
JAMES GRAHAM, marquis of MONTROSE - royalist soldier and statesman, did his best to subdue Scotland for Charles but defeated and hanged. with his autograph

Wassail, c. 1650
Wassail. A man gleefully fills a large wine jug with wine from a barrel. c.1650 Date: C.1650

Edward Mascall
EDWARD MASCALL artist Date: CIRCA 1650

Jean Morin, after Philippe de Champaigne, Christ Dying on the Cross, French, c. 1600-1650, c. 1650, etching from two plates on two sheets of laid paper

THE HAGUE: MAP, c1650. Engraved map of the city of The Hague in the Netherlands, c1650, showing canals, fields, gardens, plantations and windmills

The Sun and associated gods, Egypt
Egyptian gods. Engraving depicting the Sun and Moon surrounded by the names of Egyptian gods. At the top is a male Sun, with male gods, and below id the female Moon surrounded by the female gods

John Churchill / Miniature
JOHN CHURCHILL Duke of Marlborough, Commander in Chief over the armies of England and Holland in the war of the Spanish Succession

Rene Descartes / Birthpl
RENE DESCARTES French mathematician and philosopher: the room where he was born

Patrick Sarsfield Lucan
PATRICK SARSFIELD, titular earl of LUCAN Irish Jacobite and soldier. Fought against Monmouth at Sedgemoor but was killed at the battle of Landen

Puritan & Bible, C1650
English Puritan (also known as Oliverian) in traditional dress holding a bible

Portrait of Oliver Cromwell, in a Frame with Allegorical Figures and Historical Representations, Anonymous, c. 1650

Taurus, Paulus Potter, 1650

Oliver Cromwell leading the English New Model Army against a Scottish army led by David Leslie, 1st Lord Newark, at the Battle of Dunbar, Scotland, 3 September 1650

St. Michael church (1650), Plyasheva, Volyn oblast, Ukraine

Gulf of Smirna, Asia

Foggie, Castelorizo, Chateau Rouge

The Double Cube Room, Wilton House, Salisbury, Wiltshire
The Double Cube Room (dating to circa 1650), Wilton House, Salisbury, Wiltshire Date: circa 1950

Cabinet. Antwerp (?). circa 1650. Detail. The paintings that decore the cabinet offers a Calvinist vision of concept of Love and Beauty, through a moralizing interpretation of Metamorphosis of Ovid

The Magdalene, ca. 1650, by Bartolome Esteban Murillo
Bartolome Esteban Murillo (1617-1682). The Magdalene, ca.1650. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019

Saint Luke Painting the Crucifixion, by Zurbaran
Francisco de Zurbaran (1598-1664). Spanish painter. Saint Luke Painting the Crucifixion. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain. Date: circa 1650

John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722), Captain-General of the English forces and Master-General of the Ordnance, 1702 (c)

The Great House at Olney, Buckinghamshire, erected about 1650 : among those associated with it are the poet Cowper Date: 1857

STUART/ELIZABETH/COPE
PRINCESS ELIZABETH Death of the second daughter of Charles I, at Carisbrooke Castle on 8 September 1650 Date: 1635 - 1650

CORNELIS BEUDIN (1615? - 1650), (also known as Godinez) French Jesuit missionary in Mexico, who was privileged to die for his faith though he failed to make sainthood

Dassault Falcon 20 1650
Fuerza Aerea Venezolana - Dassault Falcon 20 1650 (msn 476) Date: circa 1998

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

Brahma seated with Saraswati Brahma holding the Four Vedas and Saraswai Clutching a Lotus Petal, c. 1650 (gouache)
1766436 Brahma seated with Saraswati Brahma holding the Four Vedas and Saraswai Clutching a Lotus Petal, c.1650 (gouache) by Bundi School (17th century); 11.1x22.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of a Young Gentleman, thought to be the Duke of Richmond, Bust Length
652151 Portrait of a Young Gentleman, thought to be the Duke of Richmond, Bust Length, Wearing Armour, c.1650 (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Lely

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Step back in time to the year 1650, a period of artistic brilliance and historical significance. Jan Davidsz. De Heem's masterpiece "Still Life with Flowers in a Glass Vase" captivates viewers with its exquisite detail and vibrant colors, transporting them to a world of beauty and elegance. Meanwhile, Cromwell at Dunbar stands as a testament to the tumultuous political landscape of the era. This iconic painting depicts Oliver Cromwell leading his troops during the Battle of Dunbar, showcasing both his military prowess and determination. Intriguing folklore tales come alive through depictions of mythical creatures like Gryphons. These majestic beings symbolize strength and wisdom, captivating imaginations for centuries. A Persian Manuscript from 1650 offers us a glimpse into the opulent court life of the Safavid dynasty. Its intricate illustrations transport us to an era filled with grandeur and cultural richness. Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Shell (Conus marmoreus)" showcases his mastery over light and shadow while capturing nature's delicate beauty. It serves as a reminder that even in turbulent times, art can provide solace and inspiration. Nell Gwynn, one of history's most beloved actresses, takes center stage alongside her homes in this captivating snapshot from 1650. Her charisma shines through as we catch glimpses into her fascinating life. Rene Descartes is seen deep in thought at his desk—a visual representation of his groundbreaking philosophical ideas that shaped modern thinking during this period. Birds take flight amidst folklore legends featuring Phoenixes—an emblematic symbol representing rebirth and resilience—reminding us that hope always emerges from adversity. The Duke of Marlborough commands attention on canvas—a powerful figure who played an instrumental role in shaping European politics during this pivotal moment in history. Old Houses in Banbury's High Street offer architectural nostalgia—a window into everyday life during these bygone years when simplicity and charm reigned supreme.