1712 Collection

Hanways Umbrella / Anon
JONAS HANWAY Traveller, philanthropist, and umbrella enthusiast

Richard Cromwell
RICHARD CROMWELL son of Oliver Cromwell, and briefly Lord Protector after his fathers death

James Watt in his Glasgow workshop improving on Thomas Newcomens 1712 Newcomen
3588302 James Watt in his Glasgow workshop improving on Thomas Newcomens 1712 Newcomen steam engine with his Watt steam engine in 1781, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub.1870

Epee Teaching Deaf Mutes
L ABBE DE L EPEE instructing deaf-mutes in the sign language he invented to enable them to communicate

Richard Cromwell
RICHARD CROMWELL son of Oliver Cromwell, and briefly Lord Protector after the death of his father

Jonas Hanway / Umbrella 2
JONAS HANWAY Traveller, philanthropist, and umbrella enthusiast

BATTLE OF DENAIN 1712
BATTLE OF DENAIN The French under Villars attack the allied camp and inflict a serious defeat Date: 24 July 1712

Friedrich Ii / Schulz
FRIEDRICH II der Grosse (the Great) King of Prussia A petitioner hands him a letter

Friedrich Ii / Ramberg
FRIEDRICH II THE GREAT King of Prussia from 1740-86

FREDERICK II the Great (1712-1786). King of Prussia (1740-1786). Death of Frederick the Great. Etching

RICHARD CROMWELL (WL)
RICHARD CROMWELL son of Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector after his father's death. Date: 1626 - 1712

(An administrative) Map of the 13 Provinces of the North and South Capitals (of China
986466 (An administrative) Map of the 13 Provinces of the North and South Capitals (of China), c.1712 (black ink and colours on paper) by Chinese School (18th century)

Purim ceremony 1712
Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman, who had planned to kill all Jews. Purim involves exchanging gifts of food and drink

Frederic II (The Great), b 1712, d 1786 (engraving)
978487 Frederic II (The Great), b 1712, d 1786 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederic II (The Great), b 1712, d 1786

Advert for Ellis Gamble, Goldsmith (engraving)
606872 Advert for Ellis Gamble, Goldsmith (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for Ellis Gamble, Goldsmith, at the Golden Angel, Cranbourn Street)

John Churchill, Duke Of Marlborough (1712) and Sarah Jennings, Duchess Of Marlborough (1709) (litho)
5991516 John Churchill, Duke Of Marlborough (1712) and Sarah Jennings, Duchess Of Marlborough (1709) (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Churchill)

A Bearded Apostle Reading, 1712 (pastel)
659197 A Bearded Apostle Reading, 1712 (pastel) by Luti, Benedetto (1666-1724); 41x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bearded Apostle Reading. Benedetto Luti (1666-1724). Pastel

Mr Richard Steele (engraving)
585912 Mr Richard Steele (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Richard Steele; dated 1712); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

A large Nepalese historical painting representing a version of the legend of Red
1196887 A large Nepalese historical painting representing a version of the legend of Red Avalokiteshvara, 1712 (pigment on cloth) by Nepalese School

Wall-map of Delftland, 1712 (hand-coloured engraving)
986201 Wall-map of Delftland, 1712 (hand-coloured engraving) by Netherlandish School, (18th century); 52x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Wall-map of Delftland)

EDWARD MOORE playwright, in 1787 Date: 1712 - 1757

DENIS PAPIN & KETTLE DENIS PAPIN & KETTLE
DENIS PAPIN French pioneer of the steam engine, who formulated his theories in just the way Watt did, by watching a kettle steaming in the hearth Date: 1647? - 1712

EPEE TEACHING DEAF MUTES
LABBE DE LEPEE instructing deaf-mutes in the sign language he invented to enable them to communicate Date: 1712 - 1789

FRENCH MARSHAL / C18
French Marshal of the Royal household on horseback. Date: 1712

Great Northern War (1700-1721). Swedish cavalry squadron in the Battle of Gadebusch of December 20, 1712 against the troops of Denmark, Norway and Saxony

Diagram of Thomas Newcomens steam engine of 1712
NEWCOMENs STEAM ENGINE. Diagram of Thomas Newcomens steam engine of 1712

Queen Anne touching young Samuel Johnson for the evil. Samuel Johnson contracted scrofula, also called the Kings Evil because it was believed that if touched by a monarch it would be cured

Johan Starbus Queen Maria Charlotta Leszczynska
Johan Starbus, Queen Maria Charlotta Leszczynska, Maria Leszczynska, Queen of France, painting, portrait, Marie Leszczynska, 1712, Oil on canvas, Height, 79 cm (31.1 inches), Width

Attributed Johan Starbus King Stanislaus I Leszczynski
Attributed to Johan Starbus, King Stanislaus I Leszczynski, Stanislaus I Leszczynski, 1677-1766, King of Poland, painting, portrait, Stanislaw Leszczynski, 1712, Oil on canvas, Height

A Country Home country house located road different figures
A Country Home, A country house located along a road with different figures. In front of the back part of the house stands a woman who feeds chickens, country house

Portrait Adriaan Reland professor Eastern languages
Portrait of Adriaan Reland, Adriaan Reland, professor of Eastern languages, cartographer and Neo-Latin poet, at the age of 36. The print has a Latin signature

Portrait Samuel Pitiscus classical scholar Zutphen
Portrait of Samuel Pitiscus, Samuel Pitiscus, a classical scholar from Zutphen, at the age of 75. The print has a Latin signature

True depiction Mr Quinquempoix 1720 Veritable Portrait du tres fameux Seigneur messire
True depiction of Mr. Quinquempoix, 1720 Veritable Portrait du tres fameux Seigneur messire Quinquenpoix (title on object) The Great Scene of Foolishness (series title), True image of Mr

Portrait Gerrit Reynst Governor General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Gerrit Reynst, Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, half-length. He wears a millstone collar, an armor and a necklace with a portrait medallion

Louis XIII deathbed La Mort de Louis XIII title
Louis XIII on his deathbed La Mort de Louis XIII (title on object), Interior with bedstead in which Louis XIII. Courtiers stand on his deathbed around Louis XIII

Portrait Johannes Camphuys Governor General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Johannes Camphuys, Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, half-length. He is wearing an embroidered collar

Portrait Engel de Ruyter Engel de Ruyter halfway
Portrait of Engel de Ruyter, Engel de Ruyter halfway to the left behind a balustrade. On the left behind a curtain a performance with a sailing ship and a sloop on the water

Priestly robes order dressing variant B high priest
Priestly robes, in order of dressing (variant B), high priest, hierarchy or priests, Jan Luyken, Amsterdam, 1669 - 1712, paper, etching, h 130 mm × w 173 mm

Portrait Jacobus Koelman doctor philosophy reformed minister
Portrait of Jacobus Koelman, Jacobus Koelman, doctor of philosophy and reformed minister in Sluis, Jan Luyken (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1679 - 1712, paper, engraving, h 315 mm × w 221 mm

Portrait Cardinal Armand Gaston Maximilien de Rohan
Portrait of Cardinal Armand Gaston Maximilien de Rohan, Armand Gaston Maximilien de Rohan, Louise Magdeleine Horthemels (mentioned on object), Paris, 1712 - 1767, paper, engraving

city maid Haarlem takes oath Charters city Haerlem
The city maid of Haarlem takes the oath Charters of the city of Haerlem (title on object), The Haarlem city maid is kneeling in front of a throning woman and takes the oath

Lazio Rieti Antrodoco S. Maria Assunta Cathedral
Lazio Rieti Antrodoco S. Maria Assunta, Cathedral, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Medieval Romanesque facade portral from church of S. Maria extra moenia

Die kayserle Taffel der Ritterstuben Beschreibung
Die kayserle: Taffel in der Ritterstuben, Beschreibung was auf Ableiben weyland Ihrer Keyserl Majestat Josephi, biss nach vorgegangener Erb-Huldigung

Plan de la ville de Lima Relation du voyage la
Plan de la ville de Lima, Relation du voyage de la mer du Sud aux cotes du Chili, du Perou, et du Bresil, fait pendant les annees 1712, 1713 and 1714, Frezier, Amedee Francois, 1682-1773, Engraving

Lits de cotton a raiseau suspendus par les deux
Lits de cotton a raiseau, suspendus par les deux bouts, Relation du voyage de la mer du Sud aux cotes du Chili, du Perou, et du Bresil, fait pendant les annees 1712, 1713 and 1714, Frezier

Frontispiece Relation voyage mer du Sud cotes du Chili
Frontispiece, Relation du voyage de la mer du Sud aux cotes du Chili, du Perou, et du Bresil, fait pendant les annees 1712, 1713 and 1714, Frezier, Amedee Francois, 1682-1773, Picart, Bernard

Plan de la ville du Callao Relation du voyage
Plan de la ville du Callao, Relation du voyage de la mer du Sud aux cotes du Chili, du Perou, et du Bresil, fait pendant les annees 1712, 1713 and 1714, Frezier, Amedee Francois, 1682-1773

Habits des Indiens du Perou Indians Peru Relation du
Habits des Indiens du Perou, Indians of Peru, Relation du voyage de la mer du Sud aux cotes du Chili, du Perou, et du Bresil, fait pendant les annees 1712, 1713 and 1714, Frezier, Amedee Francois

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In the year 1712, history witnessed a series of remarkable events and individuals that left an indelible mark on various fields. One such notable figure was Richard Cromwell, who held the title of Lord Protector after his father Oliver Cromwell's death. Despite his short-lived tenure, Richard Cromwell played a significant role in shaping England's political landscape during this time. Meanwhile, in Glasgow workshop, James Watt was diligently working to improve upon Thomas Newcomen's invention from 1712. This innovation would later revolutionize steam engines and pave the way for industrialization. Another intriguing development occurred with Epee Teaching Deaf Mutes. This method provided deaf individuals with a means to communicate through sign language using specially designed hand gestures. On a different note, Hanway's Umbrella made its debut around this period. Although initially met with skepticism and ridicule by society, it eventually gained popularity as people recognized its practicality in protecting against rain or sun. The Battle of Denain took place in 1712 during the Great Northern War between Sweden and other European powers. Swedish cavalry showcased their bravery and skill on the battlefield amidst intense fighting. Jonas Hanway further contributed to society by introducing Umbrella 2 - an improved version that offered enhanced functionality and durability compared to its predecessor. In art circles, Friedrich II commissioned Schulz and Ramberg to create masterpieces that captured his reign as Frederick the Great (1712-1786). These paintings depicted key moments from his rule while showcasing artistic talent at its finest. As we reflect upon these diverse events from 1712, it becomes evident how they collectively shaped our world today – whether through political shifts like Richard Cromwell's influence or technological advancements pioneered by James Watt, and is important to remember these historical milestones as they continue to shape our present reality.