1715 Collection

Triumph of the Immaculate, 1710-1715, by Paolo de Matteis (1
Paolo de Matteis (1662-1728). Italian painter. Triumph of the Immaculate, 1710-1715. Gemaldegalerie. Berlin. Germany

Two violins and a viola by Stradivarius
Two violins and a viola by Antonius Stradivarius -- 1717 violin (Hart & Son), 1762 viola (Hart & Son), The Gillot Strad, 1715 (G Haddock). 1875

Capability Brown / Oval Pt
LANCELOT CAPABILITY BROWN English landscape gardener

The Emperor Stradivarius violin
The famous Emperor Stradivarius violin, dating from 1715. It was bought by the violinist and composer Jan Kubelik in 1910 for 10, 000 -- the highest price paid for a violin to that date. "

Doggetts Coat and Badge Race, River Thames, London
Watermen on duty at the end of Doggetts Coat and Badge Race on the River Thames. They are wearing the livery of the Fishmongers Company

PASQUALLY
MARTINEZ PASQUALLY French founder of Martinist esoteric sect

William Dampier
WILLIAM DAMPIER English buccaneer and explorer

NIAGARA FALLS: BEAVERS, 1715. Beavers at Niagara Falls. Detail from Molls Map of North America, 1715

Peter the Great, Russian Tsar
Peter the Great (1685-1766), Russian Tsar. When he became Tsar, Peter modernized and expanded his realm, fighting several wars and founding the Russian Empire in 1721 at the Treaty of Nystad

Sinj - Two men during the Sinjska alka
The anniversary of the last victory over the Ottoman army in 1715 is celebrated yearly in the beginning of August by Sinjska alka

German Midwife
This German midwife doesn t seem to have made a very good job of one of the babies she has just delivered !

Louis XIV in Costume
LOUIS XIV, KING OF FRANCE costumed to take part in a carrousel Date: 1638-1715

A Kings Clothes
How to make a king look like a king - dress him in a kings clothes ! (Thackeray chooses Louis XIV, but any king would do as well...)

FROST FAIR / THAMES / 1715-6
A frost fair on the Thames which was frozen from 24 November 1715 until 9 February 1716

Versailles Palace
Birds eye view done in the year Louis XIV died, as his soul would have seen it for the last time as he ascended to Heaven. Date: 1715

William Whitehead
WILLIAM WHITEHEAD writer, Poet Laureate Date: 1715 - 1785

Equestrian Competition at Sinj, Croatia
The anniversary of the last victory over the Ottoman army in 1715 is celebrated yearly in the beginning of August by Sinjska alka

Louis Xiv / 17C Miniature
LOUIS XIV Le Roi Soleil king of France

Henry St. John, Viscount Bolingbroke, c1710, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Henry St. John, Viscount Bolingbroke, c1710, (c1884). Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke (1678-1751), English politician, government official during reign of Queen Anne

Attack on Burntisland, Fife, Scotland, 1715, during the Jacobite rising known as the Fifteen, an attempt by James Edward Stuart, the Old Pretender, to regain the throne. Date: 1715

PZL-Mielec TS-11 Iskra 1715 - 9
Polish Air Force - PZL-Mielec TS-11 Iskra bis DF 1715 / 9 (msn 3H-1715) of the White Iskras formation aerobatic display team. Date: circa 2010

DEATH OF LOUIS XIV
Le roi soleil is eclipsed - the dead king lies in state. Date: 1 September 1715

CHAISE A PORTEURS 1715
CHAISE A PORTEURS French travelling chaise Date: 1715

Dahlia Rosea, 1715 (coloured engraving)
985701 Dahlia Rosea, 1715 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); 34.6x23.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dahlia Rosea)

Tombs in Greyfriars Churchyard (engraving)
5203202 Tombs in Greyfriars Churchyard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tombs in Greyfriars Churchyard)

Thomas Forster (coloured engraving)
6020823 Thomas Forster (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Forster)

Prince James Francis Edward Stuart
6317477 Prince James Francis Edward Stuart by Largilliere, Nicholas de (1656-1746) (after); (add.info.: Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, 1688 - 1766)

Henry St John, Late Lord Viscount Bolingbroke (engraving)
964896 Henry St John, Late Lord Viscount Bolingbroke (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry St John, Late Lord Viscount Bolingbroke)

John Erskine, 6th Earl of Mar, Council of War before the Battle of Sheriffmuir, Perthshire, Scotland, 13 November 1715, during the Jacobite rising known as the Fifteen

Howards House, Clapton
View of howards House in Clapton, London. A gabled house of c.1600 was acquired in 1715 by Samuel and Bucknall Howard, merchants who conveyed it in 1727 to John Howard

Portrait of the Artist, seated half-length, holding a Palette and Brushes, c
827905 Portrait of the Artist, seated half-length, holding a Palette and Brushes, c.1710-15 (oil on canvas) by Delyen, Jacques-FranAzois (1684-1761); 91.4x72.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Martin Powell, puppet showman
Martin Powell (?-1729), puppet showman, often featuring a Punch character, in Bath, London and elsewhere. 1715

Saint-Michel du Palais, d apres un tableau de 1715 du musee de Versailles, dessin de A Bonnardot (engraving)
963172 Saint-Michel du Palais, d apres un tableau de 1715 du musee de Versailles, dessin de A Bonnardot (engraving) by French School

Louis 15, 66e roi de France, monte sur le trone en 1715, mort en 1774 (coloured engraving)
2799701 Louis 15, 66e roi de France, monte sur le trone en 1715, mort en 1774 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis 15, 66e roi de France)

Louis 14, 65e roi de France, monte sur le trone en 1643, mort en 1715 (coloured engraving)
2799699 Louis 14, 65e roi de France, monte sur le trone en 1643, mort en 1715 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis 14, 65e roi de France)

BOOKSHOP (1715 ADAM)
Two bookshops (side by side) in Amsterdam. Date: 1715

JAMES HUTTON (1715-1795)
JAMES HUTTON Founder of the Moravian Church in Britain. Date: 1715 - 1795

Portrait of Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), 1715. Creator: Krauss, Johann Ulrich (1655-1719)
Portrait of Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), 1715. Private Collection

The Earl of Mars Council of War, November 1715, (c1880). John Erskine, Earl of Mar (1675-May 1732) was a Scottish Jacobite who when deprived of office by the new king

Champetre Concert, 1715. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Champetre Concert, 1715. From the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts d Angers

Christian Gellert
CHRISTIAN FURCHTEGOTT GELLERT German churchman and writer, seated at his writing table, holding up one of his books for us to see. Date: 1715 - 1769

LOUIS XIV, called Le Roi Soleil (1638-1715). King of France (1643-1715), from the House of Boubon. Oil on canvas

Louis XIV le Roi Soleil
LOUIS XIV, KING OF FRANCE in theatre costume as Le Roi Soleil (the Sun King)

The Old Pretender entering Dundee, 1715. James Francis Edward Stuart, 1688 - 1766, aka The Old Pretender. Son of King James II and VII of England, Prince of Wales and Jacobite pretender

The Earl of Oxford going to trial, 1715, accused of high treason, misdemeanors, and alleged secret plotting with the Jacobite claimant James, The Old Pretender

The arrest of the Swedish ambassador Gyllenborg in 1715 and subsequent imprisonment for five months because of his participation in the plot to reinstate the House of Stuart

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of 1715: From Triumphs to Treasures" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of 1715, a period marked by remarkable achievements and cultural wonders. Paolo de Matteis' masterpiece, "Triumph of the Immaculate, " painted between 1710-1715, showcases the artistic brilliance that defined this era. Musical enthusiasts will be enthralled by the enchanting melodies produced by two violins and a viola crafted by none other than Stradivarius himself. The Emperor Stradivarius violin stands as a testament to his unparalleled craftsmanship. In London's vibrant River Thames, witness the thrilling Doggetts Coat and Badge Race, an annual rowing competition dating back to 1715 that continues to captivate spectators today. The visionary landscape architect Capability Brown leaves his indelible mark on Oval Pt with his transformative designs that harmonize nature and architecture seamlessly. Venture into Pasqually's realm where culinary delights await. This renowned chef's gastronomic creations redefine fine dining experiences during this period. William Dampier takes us on daring voyages across uncharted territories, uncovering hidden gems around the globe. His explorations ignite curiosity about distant lands among those yearning for adventure. Marvel at Versailles Palace's opulence as it symbolizes grandeur and power under King Louis XIV's reign. Its architectural splendor remains unrivaled even centuries later. Experience heart-pounding excitement at Sinj's Equestrian Competition, known as Sinjska alka, where skilled horsemen showcase their prowess in jousting tournaments reminiscent of medieval times. Molls Map of North America reveals Niagara Falls teeming with industrious beavers in 1715—a testament to nature's resilience against human progress throughout history. Peter the Great emerges as a towering figure in Russian history—his visionary leadership propels Russia onto the global stage, forever changing its destiny.