1751 Collection

Hogarth, Beer Street. A political print supporting a ministerial measure against the unlimited sale of gin. A scene of London life in which happy and healthy tradesmen

Hogarth, Gin Lane. A political print supporting a ministerial measure against the unlimited sale of gin (which later became the Gin Act)

Rev. George Whitefield, Preaching in the Timber Yard at Lurg
Rev. George Whitefield 1714-70, Preaching in the Timber Yard at Lurgan, 12 July 1751. Miller, William d.1779. Date: 1751

William Hogarth, English, (1697-1764), The Reward of Cruelty, 1751, etching and engraving

Arterial system, 18th century. Artwork of the layout and appearance of the arteries of the human circulatory system. This artwork is from Encyclopedie

Diderot / Title Page / 1751
The title page

Pompeii Excavation, 1751
Carlo III di Borbone visits the first excavations at Pompeii

Britain / 18th Century
A poem based on fact: a haughty lady in her carriage will not let a gentleman pass so he (and the rest on the street) walk through her carriage Date: 1751

HOGARTH: CRUELTY, 1751. The Four Stages of Cruelty. First Stage of Cruelty. Engraving after the etching, 1751, by William Hogarth

Hogarth, Beer Street. A political print supporting a ministerial measure against the unlimited sale of gin. A scene of London life in which happy and healthy tradesmen

John Earl of Eldon
JOHN SCOTT, first earl of ELDON, judge, lord chancellor. Date: 1751 - 1838

Coram / Hogarth / Holl
THOMAS CORAM philanthropist and founder of the Foundling Hospital

Hartley as Imoinda
ELIZABETH HARTLEY, actress, as Imoinda in Aphra Behns extremely popular Oroonoko

Julien Offroy LA Mettrie
JULIEN OFFROY LA METTRIE French physician and philosopher

Centre cross walk, Vauxhall Gardens London
6266252 Centre cross walk, Vauxhall Gardens London; (add.info.: A view of the center cross walk &c. in Vauxhall Gardens. London, England. After a print dated 1751 from a work by Caneletto)

A view of the Arc Here, connecting Place de la Carriere and Place Stanislas in Nancy
YOU4420090 A view of the Arc Here, connecting Place de la Carriere and Place Stanislas in Nancy, designed by Stanislas Leszczynski (1677-1766) and by architect Emmanuel Here (1705-1763)

Greenwich hospital, 1751
6266236 Greenwich hospital, 1751; (add.info.: A prospect of Greenwich Hospital from the river. After an engraving dated 1751 by John June. Later colourization.); Photo © Ken Welsh

A View of Covent Garden, London, 1751
6266233 A View of Covent Garden, London, 1751; (add.info.: A View of Covent Garden, London, 1751. After an engraving by Thomas Bowles dated 1751. Later colourization.); Photo © Ken Welsh

Royal Palace of Kensington in the 18th century
6266253 Royal Palace of Kensington in the 18th century; (add.info.: A front view of the Royal Palace of Kensington. After a print dated 1751, published by Robert Sayer)

Royal Exchange, London, 18th century
6266216 Royal Exchange, London, 18th century; (add.info.: A View of the Royal Exchange London. After a print dated 1751 by Thomas Bowles. Later colourization.); Photo © Ken Welsh

View of the crater of Mt. Vesuvius: the interior in 1751, and in 1775. Handcoloured copperplate engraving
FLO4574370 View of the crater of Mt. Vesuvius: the interior in 1751, and in 1775. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children)

Mansion House, London in the 18th century
6266254 Mansion House, London in the 18th century; (add.info.: A view of the Mansion House. London, England. After a print dated 1751, published by Robert Sayer)

View of the Grand Walk etc, London, c.1760 (engraving)
535455 View of the Grand Walk etc, London, c.1760 (engraving); (add.info.: View of the Grand Walk etc. in Vauxhall Gardens taken from the Entrance')

London in 18th century, View up the River Thames to London Bridge and St Paul
6116559 London in 18th century, View up the River Thames to London Bridge and St Pauls Cathedral by Unknown artist, (18th century); (add.info.: London, 1751)

Miniature Painting of Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh, Jaipur
3610096 Miniature Painting of Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh, Jaipur by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

United States of America. Pennsylvania Hospital. Philadelphia. Founded in 1751 by Benjamin Franklin and Dr. Thomas Bond. It became one of the leading public hospitals in the country. Engraving

CHARLES VALAZE
CHARLES ELEONORE DUFRICHE VALAZE - French revolutionary statesman, condemned to the guillotine for his moderate views, stabbed himself to death in view of the court. Date: 1751 - 1793

Whites Club, 1693 to 1892 (litho)
1047740 Whites Club, 1693 to 1892 (litho) by Hartrick, Archibald Standish (1864-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whites Club, 1693 to 1892)

View of Leith, from the Easter Road, 1751 (engraving)
5203304 View of Leith, from the Easter Road, 1751 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Leith, from the Easter Road, 1751)

A View of Covent Garden, London, 1751
6116576 A View of Covent Garden, London, 1751 by Bowles, Thomas (c.1712-53) (after); (add.info.: A View of Covent Garden, London, 1751. After an engraving by Thomas Bowles dated 1751)

A Derby dry-edge Chinoiserie group emblematic of hearing from a set of the senses, c
1766875 A Derby dry-edge Chinoiserie group emblematic of hearing from a set of the senses, c.1750-52 (china) by PlanchA©

The Roman Forum and the Campidoglio seen from the Arch of Constantine
990156 The Roman Forum and the Campidoglio seen from the Arch of Constantine, 1751 (oil and canvas) by Pannini or Panini, Giovanni Paolo (1691/2-1765); 57.8x94 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mansion House, London in the 18th century
6118784 Mansion House, London in the 18th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: A view of the Mansion House. London, England. After a print dated 1751, published by Robert Sayer)

Royal Palace of Kensington in the 18th century
6118783 Royal Palace of Kensington in the 18th century by Unknown artist, (18th century); (add.info.: A front view of the Royal Palace of Kensington)

Royal Exchange, London, 18th century
6118766 Royal Exchange, London, 18th century by Bowles, Thomas (c.1712-53) (after); (add.info.: A View of the Royal Exchange London. After a print dated 1751 by Thomas Bowles)

1751 Local Act St Margaret and St John, Westminster
The front page of 1751 Local Act obtained by the joint parishes of St Margaret and St John, Westminster for the better relief and employment of the poor Date: 1751

A view taken near Limehouse Bridge looking down the Thames (engraving)
603060 A view taken near Limehouse Bridge looking down the Thames (engraving) by Boydell, John (1719-1804); Private Collection; (add.info)

Vauxhall Gardens 1751
Bandstand playimg music with people socialising. Date: 1751

Joute des mariniers entre le pont Notre-Dame et le pont au Change en 1751
963042 Joute des mariniers entre le pont Notre-Dame et le pont au Change en 1751, d apres un tableau de Raguenet appartenant aux bains de la Samaritaine (engraving) by French School

Old London Bridge, from near St Olaves Stairs (engraving)
610873 Old London Bridge, from near St Olaves Stairs (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old London Bridge, from near St Olaves Stairs)

Centre cross walk, Vauxhall Gardens, London
6118780 Centre cross walk, Vauxhall Gardens, London by Canaleti, (fl.18th century) (after); (add.info.: A view of the center cross walk &c. in Vauxhall Gardens. London, England)

A view of the Tower of London taken upon the River Thames (engraving)
603111 A view of the Tower of London taken upon the River Thames (engraving) by Boydell, John (1719-1804); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Dunmow Procession, 1751 (engraving)
3629827 The Dunmow Procession, 1751 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dunmow Procession, 1751)

An inside view of the Rotundo in Ranelagh Gardens
6118785 An inside view of the Rotundo in Ranelagh Gardens by Canaleti, (fl.18th century) (after); (add.info.: An inside view of the Rotundo in Ranelagh Gardens. London, England)

Greenwich hospital, 1751
6116579 Greenwich hospital, 1751 by June, John (1744-75); (add.info.: A prospect of Greenwich Hospital from the river. After an engraving dated 1751 by John June)

Ranelagh Gardens, London, 1751 (litho)
5999368 Ranelagh Gardens, London, 1751 (litho) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ranelagh Gardens, London, 1751)

Christ Healing the Blind Man, c. 1751 (oil on canvas)
827762 Christ Healing the Blind Man, c.1751 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giandomenico (Giovanni Domenico) (1727-1804); 44.5x65.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ Healing the Blind Man)

Vue de l archeveche en 1751; d apres un tableau de Raguenet (engraving)
963435 Vue de l archeveche en 1751; d apres un tableau de Raguenet (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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In the year 1751, the world witnessed a myriad of significant events and artistic creations that left an indelible mark on history. Renowned English artist William Hogarth unveiled his powerful works, "Gin Lane" and "Beer Street, " which depicted contrasting scenes of societal vices and virtues in 18th-century Britain. These thought-provoking pieces shed light on the detrimental effects of excessive gin consumption while highlighting the importance of moderation in beer drinking. Meanwhile, another masterpiece emerged from Hogarth's talented hands - "The Reward of Cruelty. " This haunting etching and engraving showcased The Four Stages of Cruelty, with its First Stage depicting a grim reality where cruelty begins to manifest itself within individuals. Through this artwork, Hogarth aimed to raise awareness about the consequences of unchecked brutality prevalent during that era. In literature, French philosopher Denis Diderot captivated readers with his influential work titled "Title Page 1751. " This publication served as a gateway into Enlightenment thinking by challenging established norms and advocating for intellectual freedom. Across continents, Reverend George Whitefield delivered his impassioned sermons in unlikely places such as timber yards at Lurg. His fervent preaching ignited spiritual awakenings among listeners who sought solace amidst their daily struggles. Artistic expression extended beyond Europe's borders as well. Francois Boucher's enchanting painting "Venus Consoling Love" transported viewers into a realm where love triumphs over despair through Venus' tender embrace. Meanwhile, archaeologists unearthed ancient wonders during Pompeii Excavation in 1751, unraveling secrets from civilizations long past. Amidst these cultural milestones lay Syria's Khan As ad Pasha - an old caravanserai built centuries earlier but still standing strong in 1751 Damascus. Its walls whispered tales of bustling trade routes and diverse cultures converging under one roof. As we reflect upon this pivotal year in history, we are reminded of the power of art and ideas to shape society.