1655 Collection (page 8)

Midas, King of Phrygia; Nicolas Mignard (Mignard d Avignon), French, 1606 - 1668; about 1655; Black chalk with traces of white chalk, squared in black chalk; 42.4 x 26 cm (16 11/16 x 10 1/4 in.)

Study for the figure of Astasius; Eustache Le Sueur, French, 1616 - 1655; about 1652; Black chalk; 39.1 x 25.9 cm (15 3/8 x 10 3/16 in.)

Domestic Cock, Hens, and Chicks Poultry Domestic Cock, Hens and Chickens Signed and dated in black paint, upper right: " F Barlow Pinxit | 1655", Francis Barlow, 1626-1702, British

Landscape with Distant Mountains Signed in ocher paint, lower right: AVDiest"
Landscape with Distant Mountains Signed in ocher paint, lower right: " AVDiest", Adriaen van Diest, 1655-1704, Dutch

Giuseppe Ghislandi, called Fra Vittore or Fra Galgario, Portrait of a Young Man, Italian, 1655-1743, after 1720, oil on canvas

Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem (Dutch, 1620-1683), Shepherdess on a Donkey, 1655, etching

Herman van Swanevelt (Dutch, c. 1600-1655), Rams, etching

Herman van Swanevelt (Dutch, c. 1600-1655), Abraham and the Three Angels, etching

Rembrandt van Rijn (Dutch, 1606-1669), Jacob Haaringh (Young Haaringh) (Pieter Haaringh), 1655, etching, drypoint, and engraving

BOURDON: FINDING OF MOSES. The Finding of Moses. Oil on canvas, Sebastien Bourdon, c1655

NATIVE AMERICANS: VILLAGE, 1650s. A Minisink village, the typical village surrounding the Iroquois. Detail from Nicolas Visschers map of New Netherland, 1651-55

Ensley Workmen
October 1890: A group of workers from the blast furnace at Ensley, six miles from Birmingham, Alabama. Iron ore is converted into about 200 tons of pig iron per day in each of the three functioning

Charles XI (1655 - 1697)King of Sweden from 1660 to 1697 during the period of the Swedish empire (1611-1718)

Gaston de Foix, Duke of Nemours (1489-1512) French military commander. War of the League of Cambrai. Killed at the Battle of Ravenna 11 April 1512. French engraving 1655

Sibyll Holding A Tablet, Between 1630 And 1655, Coriolano, Bartolomeo, Approximately 1599-approximately 1676

Sibyll, Between 1630 And 1655, Coriolano, Bartolomeo, Approximately 1599-approximately 1676

The Virgin And Child, Between 1630 And 1655, Coriolano, Bartolomeo, Approximately 1599-approximately 1676

Head Of The Virgin, Between 1630 And 1655, Coriolano, Bartolomeo, Approximately 1599-approximately 1676

English chemist and physicist. Title page of Chymical, Medicinal, and Chyrurgical Addresses Made to Samuel Hartlib
ROBERT BOYLE (1627-1691). English chemist and physicist. Title page of Chymical, Medicinal, and Chyrurgical Addresses Made to Samuel Hartlib, Esquire

LE SUEUR, Eustache (1617-1655). The Mass of St. Officiated by the abbot of Marmoutier, after of Rours. Oil on canvas

LE PASTISSIER FRANÇOIS. Title page and frontispiece to the French cookbook, Le Pastissier François, published in Amsterdam by Louys and Daniel Elzevier, 1655

NEW AMSTERDAM, 1655. A view of Fort Amsterdam in 1655. Wood engraving from an American childrens textbook of 1834

ATHANASIUS KIRCHER (1601-1680). German Jesuit and scholar. Line engraving, 1635

BEARDED LADY. Barbara Urselin, a bearded woman exhibited in Europe in 1655: wood engraving

Changing nature of Chinese characters
Illustration to show the changing nature of Chinese characters, as imagined by the Dutch. From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces

Portrait of Johannes Nieuhof (1618-1672), From: Het gezandtschap der Ne견 andtsche Oost-Indische Compagnie, aan den grooten Tartarischen Cham, den tegenwoordigen keizer van China Date: 1655

Dutch version of the Viceroy of Canton. The Old viceroy is sitting in front of his officials. From: Het gezandtschap der Ne견 andtsche Oost-Indische Compagnie

Boats in Canton harbour From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

Qing Emperor Shunzhi
Portrait of The Great Cham Emperor Qing Emperor, Shunzhi (1638-1661). From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

Chinese men and women labeled Rusticks From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

Buddhist pagoda
Pagoda by Sinkicien, A Buddhist pagoda, with men, women and a Chinese junk in the foreground, houses and a walled city in the background

Tail-piece of the Dutch edition. From: Het gezandtschap der Ne견 andtsche Oost-Indische Compagnie, aan den grooten Tartarischen Cham, den tegenwoordigen keizer van China Date: 1655

Old Viceroy of Canton
Ogilbys version of the Old Viceroy of Canton. From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

A tea plant, and workers harvesting tea - China
A tea plant, and workers harvesting tea in China in 1655. From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

Taoist and Buddhists priests, a Jesuit and a Confucian

Chinese women on a street in China From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

Tail-piece of the French edition From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

Inner court of the Imperial palace at Beijing, including figures of the Dutch Embassy, the Mongol embassy, and the Emperor and his guards

Northern Tartar Manchu woman, in a Chinese scolars studio. Calligraphy is on the wall, and she is standing in front of a desk, there is a vase with a landscape painting on it

Map of China, the route of the embassy is marked. From: An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperor of China Date: 1655

Frontispiece Qing Emperor, Shunzhi
Frontispiece illustration featuring the Emperor of China (Qing Emperor, Shunzhi (1638-1661) and a globe surrounded by courtiers and prisoners

Dutch ships in stormy seas off the coast of China. From: Het gezandtschap der Ne견 andtsche Oost-Indische Compagnie, aan den grooten Tartarischen Cham

Church Stile House
The old Church Stile House at Cobham, Surrey, England, which was built in 1432 and restored in 1655. Date: 15th & 17th century

Tomb of Edward Spencer
EDWARD SPENCER The tomb of Edward Spencer in Great Brington Church, Northamptonshire, England. Date: 1594 - 1655

Adrien Bourdoise
ADRIEN BOURDOISE French churchman and educator. Date: CIRCA 1583 - 1655

James Stuart / Richmond
James Stuart Duke of Richmond 4th Duke of Lennox Date: 1612 - 1655

WORLD MAP, 1665. By Henderick Doncker, Amsterdam; after Arnold Coloms map of 1655. Donckers map is embellished with figures of day and night and of the four elements

Telescopes, historical artwork
Telescopes. Historical artwork of a range of telescopes and four of the planets that they were used to study. Telescopes were developed in the 17th century

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In the year 1655, a man in armor stood tall, immortalized on canvas by the skilled Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn. This captivating oil painting captures the essence of strength and valor that defined an era. Meanwhile, Sir John Oglander's name echoed through history as he left his mark on society during this eventful year. His contributions to literature and politics shaped the course of English culture. Rembrandt's artistic genius continued to shine with "Ecce Homo" in 1655. This masterpiece evokes deep emotions as it depicts Christ's suffering and sacrifice, reminding us of our own humanity. Amidst these profound works of art, another extraordinary event unfolded - the freak birth of Zardana. The world marveled at this prodigious monster discovered high in the mountains of Spain, leaving people both fascinated and fearful. Tragedy struck during Easter when Waldensian women faced execution in Piedmont. Their unwavering faith became a symbol of resistance against oppression and persecution. On a brighter note, enlightenment illuminated lives across continents. The Enlightenment of Life brought forth new ideas and philosophies that challenged traditional norms and paved the way for progress. Rembrandt's mastery extended beyond paintings; his drypoint etching "Christ Presented to the People" captured attention with its intricate details and powerful storytelling ability. Portraits also played a significant role in capturing history's essence during 1655. Prince Dara Shikoh and Prince Sulaiman Shikoh Nimbate were immortalized through brushstrokes, preserving their noble lineage for generations to come. In contrast to regal portraits, "A Seated Cavalier with Soldiers Playing Cards" depicted a more relaxed scene - soldiers finding solace amidst chaos while engaging in leisurely activities during war times. Sir Christopher Packe took center stage as Lord Mayor of London in 1655. Through his leadership skills and dedication to public service, he left an indelible mark on the city's history.