1660s Collection

View of the Church of Sloten in the Winter, 1640-1666. Creator: Jan Abrahamsz Beerstraten
View of the Church of Sloten in the Winter, 1640-1666

Map of Virginia and Florida, 1667 (hand-coloured engraving, vellum)
985771 Map of Virginia and Florida, 1667 (hand-coloured engraving, vellum) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673) (after); 54.6x35.7 (folio size) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Virginia and Florida)

COELLO: VIRGIN AND CHILD. The Virgin and Child Adored by Saint Louis, King of France. Oil painting, 1665-68, by Claudio Coello

Micrographia
2626678 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Mary Rose Action (etching)
1579704 Mary Rose Action (etching); (add.info.: Etching of the Mary Rose Action. The Mary Rose Windward of the convoy driving off six of the Algerines. Etched by W. Hollar)

The Four Days' Battle (line etching)
1579702 The Four Days' Battle (line etching); (add.info.: Line engraving of the Four Days' Battle. The Royal Prince, ashore on the Galloper, hauling down her flag. Engraved by W. Niewhoff)

Micrographia
2626676 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Ireland, 1665
2902831 Ireland, 1665; (add.info.: Ireland, 1665.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Micrographia
2626674 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

The Dutch attack on the Medway (etching)
1579705 The Dutch attack on the Medway (etching); (add.info.: Etchings of the Dutch attack on the Medway. Above: The burning of the English ships. Below: The attack on the Fort at Sheerness)

Micrographia
2626680 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Micrographia
2626677 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Micrographia
2626673 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Mundus subterraneous, a scientific textbook written by Athanasius Kirche (engraving)
5669767 Mundus subterraneous, a scientific textbook written by Athanasius Kirche (engraving); (add.info.: Mundus subterraneous)

Micrographia
2626671 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Title page Illustration from 'Micrographia'
2626681 Title page Illustration from 'Micrographia'; (add.info.: Title page with Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703)

John Dryden meeting with Alexander Pope (engraving)
1577381 John Dryden meeting with Alexander Pope (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of John Dryden (1631-1700) meeting with Alexander Pope, the boy who carried on Dryden's manner of writing

The Dutch fleet returning after the Four Days' Battle (line etching)
1579703 The Dutch fleet returning after the Four Days' Battle (line etching); (add.info.: Line engraving of the Dutch fleet returning after the Four Days' Battle)

Micrographia
2626672 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Micrographia
2626679 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Micrographia
2626675 Micrographia; (add.info.: Illustration from 'Micrographia' 1665; by Robert Hooke, 1635-1703. Hooke's observations through various lenses)

Pierre de Cambout, Cardinal de Coislin, 1666. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Pierre de Cambout, Cardinal de Coislin, 1666

Charles d'Orléans-Longueville, Comte de Dunois, 1660. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Charles d'Orleans-Longueville, Comte de Dunois, 1660

Hippolyte Féret, 1669. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Hippolyte Feret, 1669

Village Romance, 1667. Creator: Adriaen van Ostade
Village Romance, 1667

Portia, c.1660. Creator: Unknown
Portia, c.1660

"Without Ceres and Bacchus Venus freezes", 1667. Creator: Anon. "Without Ceres
"Without Ceres and Bacchus Venus freezes". Additional Info: copy of D. Frumerie 1667

Landscape with a Footbridge, between c1664 and c1665. Creator: Meindert Hobbema
Landscape with a Footbridge, between c1664 and c1665

Raga Gandhara, 1650-75. Creator: Unknown
Raga Gandhara, 1650-75. A gaunt ascetic with protruding ribs sits on a tiger skin as a disciple carrying a pouch approaches

Resting Diana, 1660. Creator: Toussaint Gelton
Resting Diana, 1660

Vibhasa Ragini, Fourth Wife of Megha Raga, Folio from a Ragamala... between c1660 and c1675. Creator: Unknown
Vibhasa Ragini, Fourth Wife of Megha Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1660 and c1675

Return of the Errant Lover, Folio from an Amaru-Sataka (The Hundred Stanzas of Amaru), c1660. Creator: Unknown
Return of the Errant Lover, Folio from an Amaru-Sataka (The Hundred Stanzas of Amaru), c1660

Woman at a Well in an Italian Farmhouse, c1660s. Creator: Unknown
Woman at a Well in an Italian Farmhouse, c1660s

Noah's Family Assembling Animals before the Ark, c1660. Creator: Jan van Kessel
Noah's Family Assembling Animals before the Ark, c1660

Garden pavilion "The Cave" at Jakobsdal (now Ulriksdal Palace), 1668. Creator: Adam Perelle
Garden pavilion "The Cave" at Jakobsdal (now Ulriksdal Palace), 1668

Ships at Sea, 1660-1669. Creator: Jacob Adriaensz. Bellevois
Ships at Sea, 1660-1669. The importance of overseas trade, naval battles with Spain and then England, and fishing created a great demand for marine subjects

The Eucharist, 1660. Creator: Unknown
The Eucharist, 1660

Portrait of a Woman, 1663. Creator: Pieter Nason
Portrait of a Woman, 1663. This older woman, in lace collar, pearl necklace, and cut-stone earrings, holds open a fashionable pocket watch

Dutch Ships in High Seas off the Dutch Coast, 1660-1669. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen I
Dutch Ships in High Seas off the Dutch Coast, 1660-1669

Vision of Cornelius the Centurion, 1664. Creator: Gerbrand van den Eeckhout
Vision of Cornelius the Centurion, 1664. The appearance of an angel to the Roman centurion Cornelius (Acts of the Apostles) telling him to seek out St. Peter, who will then preach to him about Christ

A Glass of Lemonade, c1664. Creator: Gerard Terborch II
A Glass of Lemonade, c1664. An attentive young man tenderly mixes a "restorative" glass of lemonade for the young woman

Kitchen Interior, 1650-1670. Creator: Thomas Wyck
Kitchen Interior, 1650-1670

Landscape with Peasants Playing Bowls Outside an Inn, c1660. Creator: David Teniers II
Landscape with Peasants Playing Bowls Outside an Inn, c1660

Marquis de Mirabelle, between 1640 and 1690. Creator: Abraham Blooteling
Marquis de Mirabelle, between 1640 and 1690

Two still lifes of a soldier's uniform, 1600-1699. Creator: Anon
Two still lifes of a soldier's uniform, 1600-1699

Two still lifes of a soldier's uniform, 1600-1699. Creator: Anon
Two still lifes of a soldier's uniform, 1600-1699

Portrait of Isaac van Ostade, 1620-1685. Creator: Anon
Portrait of Isaac van Ostade, 1620-1685

Landscape with walkers, a shepherd and many other figures, 1600-1699. Creator: Anon
Landscape with walkers, a shepherd and many other figures, 1600-1699

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Step back in time to the 1660s, a pivotal era filled with significant events and cultural milestones. Explore the world through a map of Virginia and Florida, beautifully hand-coloured on vellum, showcasing the expanding territories of this vibrant period. Delve into religious art as you witness Coello's masterpiece depicting the Virgin and Child adored by Saint Louis, capturing both devotion and artistic brilliance. Witness history unfold as the Coldstream Guards have their first encounter with King Charles II, marking an important moment in military history. Feel the grandeur as you immerse yourself in the regal Coronation of King Charles II, where power is transferred from one monarch to another amidst pomp and ceremony. Marvel at opulence when a magnificent coach is presented to Charles II; a symbol of status and luxury fit for royalty. But even great eras must come to an end - "THIS IS THE END" echoes through time reminding us that all things must pass. Experience darker times as you confront death during the Dance of Death amid London's Great Plague. Witness people desperately escaping by boat during the catastrophic Great Fire of London; an event that reshaped this iconic city forever. Incarcerated within prison walls, John Bunyan finds solace in writing his timeless masterpiece The Pilgrim's Progress; a testament to human resilience even in dire circumstances. Step into Molieres' Le Misanthrope for a glimpse into theatrical entertainment cherished by society during this era. Discover remnants from centuries past with photographs capturing an old anvil found in Kent or marvel at an ancient tilt hammerhead discovered within these historic lands. These artifacts serve as reminders that our present is built upon layers of rich heritage. They were not merely years on a calendar but rather moments etched deeply into history's tapestry - each hinting at stories waiting to be unraveled and lessons yearning to be learned.