1719 Collection

Butterfly illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), German-born naturalist and scientific illustrator, engraved by J Mulder, from a visit to Suriname, South America

Butterfly illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), German-born naturalist and scientific illustrator, engraved by P Sluyter, from a visit to Suriname, South America

Map / Asia / Sri Lanka 1719
ISLE DE CEYLAN and southern India

Map / Africa / Ethiopia 18C
Map of Ethiopia (Abyssinia)

William Paterson
WILLIAM PATERSON Scottish economist, founder of the Bank of England

RICHARD WORLEY (c1686-1719). English pirate. Worley and his crew fighting the crews of two South Carolina warships, 1719. Aquatint, English, 1820s

Robinson Crusoe & Pets
Robinson Crusoe with his family of domesticated animals

Geocentric System
The pre-Copernican system of the Planets - Earth at the centre orbited by the other planets including the sun, and surrounded by the stars

Crusoe on his Raft
Crusoe on his raft, salvages as much as he can from the wrecked ship

Crusoe & Footprint
Crusoe finds the footprint of Friday and realises that he is not the only inhabitant of the island

Plan of New Orleans, Louisiana, 1718-1720: engraving, French, 1753
NEW ORLEANS, 1718-1720. Plan of New Orleans, Louisiana, 1718-1720: engraving, French, 1753

Robinson Crusoe title page from "The Life
3614714 A Robinson CrusoeA title page from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe, published in 1719 by English School

Title page from "The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe
3614713 Title page from A" The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe; Being the Second and Last Part of His Life, And of the Strange Surprising Accounts of his Travels Round three Parts of

Crusoe Title Page 1719
Title page of the first edition

The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
526428 The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. First published in 1719, it is claimed to be the first English novel

Archimedean screw by Gaspard G. de Serviere, 1719
2603683 Archimedean screw by Gaspard G. de Serviere, 1719; (add.info.: Archimedean screw operated by reciprocating rope to give continuous circular motion)

Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, 1719 (engraving)
864172 Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, 1719 (engraving); (add.info.: Robinson Crusoe, barefoot and dressed in goatskins, pictured on the island where he spent many years after his shipwreck)

The Battle of Glen Shiel, a narrow pass in the north-west Highlands of Scotland, 10 June 1719, part of the Jacobite rising of 1719, an attempt to restore James Francis Edward Stuart

Igreja do Carmo, Faro, Eastern Algarve, Algarve, Portugal, Europe

LA SALLE AFTER DEATH
JEAN-BAPTISTE DE LA SALLE French churchman, educator and benefactor, founder of the Freres Chretiens (Christian brothers). Portrait done as he lay on his death bed. Date: 1651 - 1719

A bird's eye view of an English country town - Tunbridge Wells, Kent - the prominent white building is probably the town's chief coaching inn and hostelry. Date: 1719

CRUSOE & DEAD PARRROT
Robinson Crusoe shoots a parrot which he and Friday eat for supper. Date: First published: 1719

CRUSOE REVISITS ISLAND
After his wife's death, Crusoe revisits the island & meets the Spaniard whose life he saved. Date: First published: 1719

FRANCOISE D'AUBIGNE - Marquise de Maintenon - secretly married Louis XIV after Marie Therese's death Date: 1635 - 1719

Tunbridge Wells, Kent: an aerial view Date: 1719

Robinson Crusoe first sees and rescues his man Friday from "
3614724 A Robinson Crusoe first sees and rescues his man FridayA from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe by Stothard

First page from "The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe
3614711 First page from A" The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe; Being the Second and Last Part of His Life, And of the Strange Surprising Accounts of his Travels Round three Parts of

A Map of the World on which is Delineated the Voyage of Robinson Crusoe
3614709 A A Map of the World on which is Delineated the Voyage of Robinson CrusoeA frontispiece foldout map from A" The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe; Being the Second

Fishmongers Almshouses
The almshouses were on the area west of Newington Butts and south of St Georges Road. Erected in two phases: firstly St. Peters Hospital was built by the company in 1615-1618; the other

A Note from Laws Royal Bank (1719) (engraving)
725394 A Note from Laws Royal Bank (1719) (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Note from Laws Royal Bank (1719)

Robinson Crusoe and Friday making a Boat from "
3614725 A Robinson Crusoe and Friday making a BoatA from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe by Stothard

Robinson Crusoe frontispiece illustration showing Crusoe taking leave of his
3614718 A Robinson CrusoeA frontispiece illustration showing Crusoe taking leave of his Father and Mother. From A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York

Robinson Crusoe first page from "The Life
3614716 A Robinson CrusoeA first page from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe, published in 1719 by English School

Robinson Crusoe preface from "The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures
3614715 A Robinson CrusoeA preface from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe, published in 1719 by English School

Armillary sphere with zodiac. Date: 1719

Preface from "The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe
3614710 Preface from A" The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe; Being the Second and Last Part of His Life, And of the Strange Surprising Accounts of his Travels Round three Parts of

Robinson Crusoe upon his raft from "The Life
3614720 A Robinson Crusoe upon his raftA from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe by Stothard

Robinson Crusoe and Friday making a Tent to lodge Friday
3614726 A Robinson Crusoe and Friday making a Tent to lodge FridayAs Father and the SpaniardA from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York

Robinson Crusoe discovers the Print of a Mans Foot from "
3614723 A Robinson Crusoe discovers the Print of a ManAs FootA from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe by Stothard

Robinson Crusoe at work in his cave from "
3614721 A Robinson Crusoe at work in his caveA from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe by Stothard

Robinson Crusoe hunting from "The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures
3614722 A Robinson Crusoe huntingA from A" The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, or York, MarinerA" by Daniel Defoe by Stothard

Robinson Crusoe frontispiece illustration showing the supposed author Crusoe
3614712 A Robinson CrusoeA frontispiece illustration showing the supposed author Crusoe on the shore with muskets and sword

GREENLANDERS An eskimo family, and a hunter in his kayak. Date: 1719

SIR HENRY CHAUNCY lawyer and judge with his autograph Date: 1632 - 1719

MAP / AFRICA / SAHARA 1719
Map of the Sahara Desert with Nubia, part of Egypt and part of Abyssinia Date: 1719

MAP / AFRICA / MOROCCO 1719
LEmpire du Cherif de Fez, Maroc, Sus &c. the Moroccan empire in the early 18th century, with the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Date: 1719

MAPS, ASIA, INDIA 1719
Crude map of northern India, previous to any extensive colonisation, including parts of Pakistan & Bangladesh & the sources of two great rivers the Ganges & Indus

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"Exploring the World in 1719: From Butterflies to Pirates and Robinson Crusoe" Step into the year 1719, a time of discovery and adventure. Maria Sibylla Merian's breathtaking butterfly illustrations captivate our imagination, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of nature. Her art transports us to distant lands, like Asia with its vibrant colors or Sri Lanka's exotic allure. Meanwhile, Africa beckons us with its rich history. In Ethiopia during the 18th century, we glimpse a map that reveals tales of ancient civilizations and cultural wonders waiting to be explored. In this era, notable figures emerge. William Paterson stands as an influential figure whose vision shaped economic landscapes. His endeavors laid foundations for future prosperity. Yet amidst progress and exploration, danger lurks on the high seas. Richard Worley, an English pirate known for his audacity and cunning tactics, commands attention with his exploits that both fascinate and terrify. And who can forget Robinson Crusoe? Daniel Defoe's iconic character captures hearts as he navigates life on a deserted island alongside loyal animal companions. We join him on his rafting adventures across treacherous waters while marveling at footprints left behind by unknown visitors. The geocentric system dominates scientific thought during this period—a belief that Earth lies at the center of the universe—providing insight into how people viewed their place in the cosmos. Closer to home is New Orleans' captivating charm captured in a detailed engraving from 1753—the city taking shape between 1718-1720—an emblematic blend of French influence interwoven with American aspirations. As we turn each page back in time through "The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, " we are transported to an era where exploration knows no bounds—a world brimming with natural wonders, daring pirates sailing uncharted waters, and one man's resilience against all odds.