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Louis Leopold Boilly (French, 1761 - 1845). Grimaces (Les Grimaces). Lithograph. Image: 222 mm x 188 mm (8.74 in. x 7.4 in.)

Tray (plateau Courteille ou de chiffoniere); Carcass by an imitator of Bernard II van Risenburgh, French, after 1696 - about 1766, master before 1730, Porcelain painted by Charles-Nicolas Dodin

Mechanical Reading, Writing, and Toilette Table; Jean-Francois Oeben, French, born Germany, 1721 - 1763, master 1761; Paris, France, Europe; about 1750; Oak veneered with kingwood, amaranth

Writing and Toilette Table; Jean-Francois Oeben, French, born Germany, 1721 - 1763, master 1761; Paris, France, Europe; about 1754; Oak veneered with kingwood, amaranth, tulipwood

Corner Cupboard (Encoignure); Carcass and mounts attributed to Jean-Pierre Latz, French, about 1691 - 1754, Marquetry panels attributed to the Workshop of Jean-Francois Oeben, French, born Germany

Vase (Cuvette Mahon); Painted decoration by Jean-Louis Morin, French, 1732 - 1787, active at Vincennes and Sevres from 1754, After an engraving by Jacques-Philippe Le Bas, French, 1707 - 1783

Wall Clock (Pendule a repetition); Clock movement by Charles Voisin, French, 1685 - 1761, master 1710, Chantilly Porcelain Manufactory, French, active about 1725 - about 1792; Paris, France

Cup and Saucer (gobelet et soucoupe enfonce, premiere grandeur); Sevres Manufactory, French, active 1756 - present; 1761; Soft-paste porcelain, pink ground color overlaid with blue enamel

Three Young Artists in a Studio; Louis-Leopold Boilly, French, 1761 - 1845; about 1820; Black chalk with white chalk heightening and stumping on beige paper; 29.8 x 36.5 cm (11 3/4 x 14 3/8 in. )

Entrance to the Jardin Turc; Louis-Leopold Boilly, French, 1761 - 1845; France, Europe; 1812; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 73.3 x 91.1 cm (28 7/8 x 35 7/8 in.)

Thomas Abraham of Gurrington, Devon, John Opie, 1761-1807, British

Thomas Newenham, Attributed to Edward Haytley, active 1740-1761, British

Portrait of Major John Norton as Mohawk Chief Teyoninhokarawen, Mather Brown, 1761-1831, American

Conversation Piece Signed and dated in ochre-color paint, lower left: M: Chamberlin
Conversation Piece Signed and dated in ochre-color paint, lower left: " M: Chamberlin. pinxt: 1761.", Mason Chamberlin, 1722-1787, British

Sacrifice to Hercules, Gaspar van der Hagen, active 1747-died 1769, Flemish

An Officer in the East India Uniform of the 74th (Highland) Regiment, Previously Called Colonel Donald Macleod, John Opie, 1761-1807, British

A Sportsman An Unkown Sportsman Signed and dated, lower right: E Haytley Pinxit
A Sportsman An Unkown Sportsman Signed and dated, lower right: " E Haytley Pinxit | 1752", Edward Haytley, active 1740-1761, British

Bernardo Bellotto and Workshop, View of Munich, c. 1761, oil on canvas

Bernardo Bellotto and Workshop, Nymphenburg Palace, Munich, c. 1761, oil on canvas

Cornelis Ploos van Amstel after Herman Saftleven (Dutch, 1726-1798), Shipyard, 1761, transfer technique with etched hatching

Johann Christian Reinhart (German, 1761-1847), A Subiaco, 1793, etching on laid paper

Johann Georg Wille after Louis Tocque (German, 1715-1808), Louis Phelypeaux, comte de Saint Florentin, 1761, etching and engraving

MOZART: EARLY MANUSCRIPT. One of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts earliest works (Koechel catalogue no)
MOZART: EARLY MANUSCRIPT. One of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts earliest works (Koechel catalogue no. la-d), composed in 1761 at age five and written down for him by his father, Leopold Mozart

MOZART: EARLY MANUSCRIPT. One of Mozarts earliest works (Koechel catalogue no. la-d), composed in 1761 at age five and written down for him by his father, Leopold Mozart

BONN: ORCHESTRA, 1761. Document issued by the Archbishop of Cologne appointing Ludwig van Beethoven (grandfather of the famous composer) as director of the orchestra of the Elector of Cologne

NEW YORK: HUDSON RIVER. A view of the Hudson River where it widens to become the lake called the Tappan Sea. Etching by Peter Benazech after the sketch by Governor Thomas Pownall

Infantrymen
A company of infantry near Harpers Ferry during the American Civil War. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

King and Queen Cornation Procession Sketch & Plan, c1761
A sketch of the porcession usually observed in the coronation of Kings and Queens, togeher with a plan poinitng out several new paths and their parts adjacent. English line engraving, c1761

Musical instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin, 1761
FRANKLIN: ARMONICA, 1761. Musical instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin, 1761

FRANKLIN: ARMONICA, 1761. Musical instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin, 1761

Bridgewater Canal, built to carry coals from the Duke of Bridgewaters mines at Worsley into the city of Manchester. Barge crossing the Barton aqueduct over the Irwell

Russia, Veliky Novgorod, monastic cells and church of Exaltation of Cross at Yuriev Monastery
Russia - Historic Monuments of Novgorod and surroundings (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). Yuriev Monastery, founded in 1119 and restored in the 19th century

Rene Descartes (1596-1650) French philosopher and mathematician. Plate published Paris, 1761. In the centre is Descartes system of the universe showing Descartes idea of the formation of the stars in

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-88) French naturalist, 1761. Author of 44 volume Histoire Naturelle 1749-1767. Lithograph, (Paris, c1830)

Copernican, Heliocentric, Sun-centred, system of universe showing Jupiter and Saturn with the orbits of their moons. Hand-coloured engraving Paris, 1761

Charles Louis Auguste Fouquet, Duke of Belle-Isle. (1684 - 1761) French general and statesman. Portrait by French Hyacinthe Rigaud

France, Rouen, Waterwomen (Les Blanchisseuses ou l Etendage)
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Lomonosov observing transit of Venus C016 / 8382
Painting showing Lomonosov observing the transit of Venus across the solar disk on 26 May 1761. Mikhail Lomonosov (1711-65) was a Russian astronomer and polymath

Sketch map by John Adams, of the taverns in Braintree and Weymouth, c1761
ADAMS: TAVERN MAP, c1761. Sketch map by John Adams, of the taverns in Braintree and Weymouth, c1761

Aqueduct on the Bridgewater Canal at Barton, opened in 1761. People regarded it as a marvel and flocked from afar to see boats sailing over the bridge whilst barges passed below

CAMAR.N Y MELI, Jos Juan (1761-1819). Ren. Illustration of an edition of Ren by Chateaubriand, printed at Valencia

BOILLY, Louis Leopold (1761-1845). A Game of Billiards. Neoclassicism. Oil on canvas

Joseph Burroughs
JOSEPH BURROUGHS Baptis churchman Date: 1685 - 1761

NEW YORK: POUGHKEEPSIE. A view of Poughkeepsie, New York, and the Catskill Mountains on the Hudson River, from the shore of Sopos Island

QUEBEC: RUINS, 1761. View of the bishops house at Quebec, Canada, showing ruins resulting from the British siege of 1759, during the French and Indian War

GEORGE III: CORONATION, 1761. Ticket to the coronation of King George III and Queen Charlotte of England at Westminster Abbey, 22 September 1761

CATHERINE PALACE, 1761. Left panel of a panoramic engraving of the Catherine Palace, the summer residence of Russian tsars in Tsarskoye Selo, near St. Petersburg, Russia. Line engraving, 1761

PHILADELPHIA: MANSION. Mount Pleasant mansion, built outside Philadelphia, c1761, bought by Benedict Arnold in 1779. Wood engraving, American, 1877

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"1761: A Year of Art, Giants, and Ancient Wonders" Step into the world of 1761, where artistry and history intertwine. Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi captures the essence of human struggle in his masterpiece "Prisoners on a Projecting Platform. " The intricate details transport us to an era marked by confinement and resilience. Meanwhile, medical advancements take center stage as physicians battle against kidney stones in the 18th century. These tiny yet excruciatingly painful formations become a testament to human perseverance in overcoming physical obstacles. In the realm of entertainment, actress Dorothy Jordan captivates audiences with her talent on stage while being immortalized through George Romney's brushstrokes. Her performances bring joy and inspiration to all who witness them. The year also witnesses notable figures making their mark on history. Edward Preble emerges as a prominent naval officer whose strategic brilliance shapes maritime warfare. Edward Boscawen stands tall among his contemporaries for his contributions towards British naval supremacy. Amidst these achievements, ancient Egyptian obelisks continue to fascinate artists who seek to capture their grandeur through stunning artwork. These majestic structures serve as reminders of civilizations long past but still resonate with awe-inspiring beauty. Fables come alive as we delve into "The Old Man & Death, " reminding us that life is fleeting and every moment should be cherished. Meanwhile, the tale of Fighting Cocks & Turkey teaches valuable lessons about pride and humility - timeless wisdom encapsulated within simple narratives. Architect John Rennie leaves an indelible mark on engineering with Sepia Anon's depiction showcasing his innovative designs that shape cities even today. His visionary approach revolutionizes infrastructure development across nations. Charles Byrne's towering presence earns him fame as he becomes known simply as "the Giant. " His extraordinary stature sparks curiosity while raising questions about identity and acceptance in society at large.