1744 Collection

Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog
The Wanderer above the Sea of Fog by FRIEDRICH, Caspar David (1744-1840). Romanticism. Oil on canvas

Thomas Mifflin
THOMAS MIFFLIN American soldier and statesman with his autograph Date: 1744 - 1800

Abigail Adams
ABIGAIL ADAMS nee Smith. American writer and wife of John Adams, 2nd President of the United States

Isaac Newton - English physicist, astronomer, mathematician
Isaac Newton (1642-1727). English physicist, astronomer and mathematician. Opuscula Mathematica, Philosophica et Philologica. Volume I: Mathematica

Queen Charlotte (Beechey
Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz Queen of George III

Queen Charlotte (Col)
Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz Queen of George III

The Trevi Fountain in Rome, 1753-56 (oil on canvas)
BAL94827 The Trevi Fountain in Rome, 1753-56 (oil on canvas) by Pannini or Panini, Giovanni Paolo (1691/2-1765); 104x167 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow

Alex Pope (Kilvert)
ALEXANDER POPE writer, with Ralph Allen and William Warburton at Prior Park

Alexander Pope (Pond)
Alexander Pope Writer

Adam and Eve family tree, 18th century C013 / 7820
Adam and Eve family tree. 18th-century depiction of the family tree of Adam and Eve, the first humans according to the Judeo-Christian biblical tradition of Genesis

LOUIS XV AT STRASBOURG
At the death of Fleury, Louis declares that he will hereafter govern France personally : though war is raging, he pays a state visit to Strasbourg. Date: 1744

ALEXANDER POPE/BINFIELD
ALEXANDER POPE Beech tree associated with the English poet at Binfield, near Windsor Forest, Berkshire Date: 1688 - 1744

Map of the world, 1744 (engraving)
985756 Map of the world, 1744 (engraving) by Seutter, Georg MatthAaus (1678-1757); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the world. From Atlas novus.... Georg Matthaus Seutter (1678-1757)

Educational Set of Squares, 1743-1744 (printed cards)
986181 Educational Set of Squares, 1743-1744 (printed cards) by English School, (18th century); 5x6 (each) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Educational Set of Squares)

William Jephcott, Gold and Silver Wire Drawer and Laceman, Wood Street, London, trade card, 1744 (engraving)
3657210 William Jephcott, Gold and Silver Wire Drawer and Laceman, Wood Street, London, trade card, 1744 (engraving) by English School

Rubus, 1744 (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour on vellum)
651791 Rubus, 1744 (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour on vellum) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); 52x36.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rubus. Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770)

Comets and Cometary Influences (engraving)
2772743 Comets and Cometary Influences (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comets and Cometary Influences)

Comete a six queues, 1744 (engraving)
3645395 Comete a six queues, 1744 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comete a six queues, 1744. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1866)

Plate XII from The Stolen Pail (La Secchia Rapita) by Alessandro Tassoni
986331 Plate XII from The Stolen Pail (La Secchia Rapita) by Alessandro Tassoni, 1744 (engraving) by Zucchi (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of the Americas, 1744 (engraving)
985757 Map of the Americas, 1744 (engraving) by Seutter, Georg MatthAaus (1678-1757); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Americas. From Atlas novus.... Georg Matthaus Seutter (1678-1757)

The "Victory"which foundered in 1744 with Sir John Balchen on Board (litho)
1062744 The " Victory" which foundered in 1744 with Sir John Balchen on Board (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Comet of 1744 (Cheseaux s), Great Comet of 1811, Heads and Tails of Comets, Donatis Comet, 29 September 1858
970845 Comet of 1744 (Cheseaux s), Great Comet of 1811, Heads and Tails of Comets, Donatis Comet, 29 September 1858, Comet of 2 July 1861 (engraving) by English School

Alexander Pope (1688-1744), letter to Earl Halifax, 1714 (engraving)
978721 Alexander Pope (1688-1744), letter to Earl Halifax, 1714 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Moreau jeune, ne en 1744, mort en 1814 (engraving)
3644529 Moreau jeune, ne en 1744, mort en 1814 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moreau jeune, ne en 1744, mort en 1814)

Models of Ships at the Naval Exhibition (engraving)
1603229 Models of Ships at the Naval Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Models of Ships at the Naval Exhibition)

The Sermon of Saint Paul among the ruins, 1744. Creator: Pannini (Panini), Giovanni Paolo
The Sermon of Saint Paul among the ruins, 1744. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Dutch East India Company wood or saw mill on the island two miles from Batavia ?, pub
Dutch East India Company wood or saw mill on the island two miles from Batavia called Onrost or Unruhe, from a series of views of Batavia Schau-platz von Africa und Ost-Indien

Sir James Denham
SIR JAMES STEUART DENHAM British military commander Date: 1744 - 1839

Ernst Ferdinand Klein
ERNST FERDINAND KLEIN German jurist Date: 1744 - 1810

Joachim Lange
JOACHIM LANGE German churchman and theologian. Date: 1670 - 1744

Noah family tree, 18th century C013 / 7821
Noah family tree. 18th-century depiction of the family tree of Noah according to the Judeo-Christian biblical tradition of Genesis

Judith head Holofernes 1744 reverse glass painting
Judith with the head of Holofernes, 1744, reverse glass painting, 32.5 x 39 cm, signed and dated at the bottom of the picture: Anna Maria From Esch pinxit Surlaci in Helvetia 1744

William De Nune Margaret Seton ? -1796 married
William De Nune, Margaret Seton (? -1796), married to Patrick Baron of Preston, g.m, Patrick Baron of Preston, painting, 1744, Oil on canvas, Height, 75.5 cm (29.7 inches), Width

Ambassadors Audience Sultan Ahmed III Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen
An Ambassadors Audience with Sultan Ahmed III (Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen), An ambassador on audience with Sultan Ahmed III. On the far left, the grand vizier addresses the ambassador

Portrait young girl Julie Carlotta Mengs artists sister
Portrait of a young girl, probably Julie Carlotta Mengs, the artists sister, probably Julie Carlotta Mengs (1730/31-after 1806), the artists sister

Portrait Man Standing full-length walking stick
Portrait of a Man, Portrait of a Man. Standing, full-length, a walking stick on a strap around the right wrist, the left hand put in the jacket, on the left hip a sword

Philemon Baucis beg Jupiter stay together box
Philemon and Baucis beg Jupiter to stay together (in box with 43 drawings), (story of) Philemon and Baucis, Louis Fabritius Dubourg, 1744, paper, ink, pencil, brush, h 123 mm × w 123 mm

Allegory Love box 43 drawings personifications
Allegory of Love (in box with 43 drawings), (personifications and symbolic representations of) Love, Amore (secondo Seneca) (Ripa) (allegorical scene, i.e)

Portrait Adrianus Pars Portrait bust pastor Adrianus Pars
Portrait of Adrianus Pars, Portrait bust of pastor Adrianus Pars with cloak and bef. Historical person (with NAME), Adriaan Pars, Simon Fokke (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1744, paper, engraving

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 Thomas Wharton Marquis Wharton English politician Thomas Howard
Portrait of Thomas Wharton, Marquis of Wharton, Portrait of the English politician Thomas Howard, Marquis of Wharton. Thomas Wharton (1st Marquis of Wharton), Jacob Houbraken (mentioned on object)

Klooster Nieuwklooster 1744 Klooster Nieuwklooster aan de Niers 1744
Klooster Nieuwklooster, 1744 The Klooster named Nieuwklooster aan de Niers 1744 / t Klooster named Nieuwklooster in the courtyard (title on object) Town and city views in Kleve (series title)

Silhouette portrait Esdras Heinrich MAOEtzenbecher
Silhouette portrait of Esdras Heinrich Mutzenbecher, Portrait bust in profile to the left of the pastor Esdras Heinrich Mutzenbecher, in an oval frame with a bow at the top

Portrait Maria II Stuart Maria II oval number
Portrait of Maria II Stuart, Portrait of Maria II in an oval. There are a number of objects around it, including a crown and a scepter

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In the year 1744, a pivotal moment in history unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on various realms. As Thomas Mifflin embarked on his journey as a prominent American politician and Abigail Adams graced the world with her presence, their influence would shape future generations. Meanwhile, Queen Charlotte's elegance radiated through both Beechey's and Col's artistic portrayals, capturing her regal essence for eternity. Amidst this cultural tapestry emerged "Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog, " a masterpiece by Caspar David Friedrich that encapsulated the human spirit's contemplation amidst nature's vastness. This painting became an emblem of introspection and wanderlust. Across Europe, The Trevi Fountain in Rome stood as a testament to architectural brilliance between 1753-56. Its cascading waters whispered tales of ancient Roman mythology while inviting visitors to make wishes upon its glistening surface. The literary realm witnessed the genius of Alexander Pope (Kilvert) and Alexander Pope (Pond), whose words resonated deeply within society. Their verses stirred emotions and provoked intellectual discourse that transcended time. Meanwhile, Sarah Dss Marlborough held court with grace and power during this era; her influence reverberating throughout British society. And not far from her sphere was Queen Charlotte herself—a figure who embodied poise and dignity—leaving an everlasting impression on those fortunate enough to encounter her presence. Even scientific advancements found their place in 1744 when Isaac Newton—an English physicist, astronomer, mathematician—continued unraveling the mysteries of our universe through his groundbreaking discoveries. Lastly but not leastly, LOUIS XV AT STRASBOURG marked yet another significant event etched into history during this remarkable year—a momentous occasion where political prowess met grandeur against Strasbourg’s backdrop.