Early 18th Century Collection

Guinness Boat, Custom House, Liberty Hall, Dublin, Co Dublin, Ireland

Panel: Spring, c. 1715. Creator: Royal Savonnerie Manufactory, Chaillot Workshops (French, est)
Panel: Spring, c. 1715. Courtiers and aristocrats anxious to model their lifestyles on the king also commissioned works from the same state manufactories that produced tapestries, carpets

View of Amsterdam with Ships in Foreground, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch
View of Amsterdam with Ships in Foreground, 1701

Yacht Receiving Salute, c. 1700. Creator: Willem van de Velde (Dutch, c. 1611-1693)
Yacht Receiving Salute, c. 1700

The Personification of Amsterdam Riding in Neptunes Chariot, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen
The Personification of Amsterdam Riding in Neptunes Chariot, 1701

The River IJ and Seascapes, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf
The River IJ and Seascapes, 1701

Stenciled Scenes of Lion and Gazelle, c. 1710. Creator: Unknown
Stenciled Scenes of Lion and Gazelle, c. 1710

Stenciled Scenes of Lion and Gazelle (verso), c. 1710. Creator: Unknown
A Princess and Demons before a Nobleman: A Leaf from a Poetical Romance Relating to Shah Alam I (recto); Stenciled Scenes of Lion and Gazelle (verso), c. 1710

Ships Under Full Sail, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf Backhuysen
Ships Under Full Sail, 1701

Ships Under Repair, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch)
Ships Under Repair, 1701

Storm at Sea, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch)
Storm at Sea, 1701

Sampler, 1717. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, 1717

Ships in a Gale, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch)
Ships in a Gale, 1701

Portrait of Samuel Butler, c. 1715-20. Creator: Bernard Lens (British, 1681-1740)
Portrait of Samuel Butler, c. 1715-20

Mahliqa, Daughter of the Emperor of China, Pointing at the Bird-Man Khwaja Mubarak: A Leaf from a Poetical Romance Relating to Shah Alam I (verso); Stenciled Scenes of Lion and Gazelle (verso), c

Marine Scene with Amsterdam in the Distance, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch
Marine Scene with Amsterdam in the Distance, 1701

Launching a Ship, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch)
Launching a Ship, 1701

Krishna as the Destroyer of Demons, page from Surdass Sursagar, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Krishna as the Destroyer of Demons, page from Surdass Sursagar, c. 1700

Kanhra Ragini, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Kanhra Ragini, c. 1700

Fish Vender, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch
Fish Vender, 1701

God Shiva in His Ferocious Aspect as Mahakala Dancing, c. 1700-1710. Creator: Unknown
God Shiva in His Ferocious Aspect as Mahakala Dancing, c. 1700-1710

A Princess and Demons before a Nobleman: A Leaf from a Poetical Romance…, c
A Princess and Demons before a Nobleman: A Leaf from a Poetical Romance Relating to Shah Alam I, c. 1710

The Birth of Krishna, from a Sursagar of Surdas, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
The Birth of Krishna, from a Sursagar of Surdas, c. 1700. The blind poet and Hindu saint Surdas (1578/79-c. 1581), a devotee of Krishna

A House Burgled at Night, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
A House Burgled at Night, c. 1700. In this night scene a band of robbers have climbed over the walls of a Mughal house and, from a courtyard

Durga Slaying Mahisha, c. 1700-1710. Creator: Unknown
Durga Slaying Mahisha, c. 1700-1710. Durga is the name of the goddess who personifies the sum total of the powers of all the male gods combined

Panel, early 1700s. Creator: Unknown
Panel, early 1700s

Port at Amsterdam, 1701. Creator: Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch, 1631-1708); Ludolf Backhuysen (Dutch)
Port at Amsterdam, 1701

Portrait of a Woman in Blue, c. 1700. Creator: Peter Cross (British, c. 1645-1724)
Portrait of a Woman in Blue, c. 1700

Drawing of an Elephant, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Drawing of an Elephant, c. 1700. Beginning with Babur, but especially with Akbar, the Mughal emperors displayed an enormous interest in and affection for the elephants of India

Banner With the Lion of St. Mark, late 1600s - early 1700s. Creator: Unknown
Banner With the Lion of St. Mark, late 1600s - early 1700s

A Young Man, c. 1700. Creator: Orazio Marinali (Italian, 1643-1720)
A Young Man, c. 1700

Apotheosis of a Saint, c. 1700?. Creator: Antonio Domenico Gabbiani (Italian, 1652-1726)
Apotheosis of a Saint, c. 1700?

O connell Street Bridge, Dublin, Co Dublin, Ireland

The Jealous Wall, Belvedere House And Gardens, Co Westmeath, Ireland, Irelands Largest Man-Made Folly

Derrymore House, Co. Armagh, Ireland

Westport House, Co. Mayo, Ireland

Mussenden Temple, Portstewart, Co. Londonderry, Ireland

Florence Court, Co Fermanagh, Ireland; 18Th Century National Trust Property

Battle of Vigo Bay, Spain, 12 October 1702. Dutch plan of the engagement during the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714)

The Seat of Justice in the Parlement of Paris, 1723. Artist: Nicolas Lancret
The Seat of Justice in the Parlement of Paris, 1723. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris, France

Two studies of a young womans head, 1716-18. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Two studies of a young womans head, 1716-18. From the collection of the British Museum, London, United Kingdom

Young woman, nude, holding one foot in her hands, 1716-18. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Young woman, nude, holding one foot in her hands, 1716-18. From the collection of the British Museum, London, United Kingdom

Study, 1716-1718. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Study, 1716-1718. From the collection of the British Museum, London, United Kingdom

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

Savoyarde, c1715. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Savoyarde, c1715. Drawing of a woman from the Savoy region. From the British Museum, London

The Wonderful Barn, Leixlip, Co Kildare, Ireland

Fleet Marriages. Scene in the Fleet prison during the reign of George II. A Fleet Marriage was a common example of an irregular or a clandestine marriage which took place in England before

The interior of Westminster Hall, London, England circa 1725. The Hall is the oldest part of the Palace of Westminster. It was originally built in 1097

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Journey back to the early 18th century in Dublin, Co Dublin, Ireland, where history comes alive through captivating artworks and iconic landmarks. The Guinness Boat gracefully sails along the River Liffey, passing by the majestic Custom House and Liberty Hall, symbols of Dublin's rich heritage. Step into a world of artistic brilliance with masterpieces like 'Spring' by Royal Savonnerie Manufactory from Chaillot Workshops. This exquisite panel transports you to a vibrant season filled with blooming flowers and renewed hope. Immerse yourself in maritime scenes that capture the essence of Amsterdam's bustling harbor. Ludolf Backhuysen's 'View of Amsterdam with Ships in Foreground' showcases a lively waterfront adorned with magnificent vessels. Witness a yacht receiving a grand salute in Willem van de Velde's masterpiece, evoking admiration for seafaring prowess. Ludolf Backhuysen continues to mesmerize us with his artistry as he personifies Amsterdam riding triumphantly in Neptune's chariot. His breathtaking depictions of 'The River IJ and Seascapes' transport us into an era where ships ruled the waves. Delve into unknown realms through stenciled scenes depicting lions and gazelles. These intricate artworks from c. 1710 captivate our imagination as we ponder their mysterious origins and symbolism. Ludolf Backhuysen once again takes center stage with his mastery over marine landscapes. From 'Ships Under Full Sail' to 'Ships Under Repair, ' each painting tells its own tale of adventure on treacherous seas. Experience the power and fury unleashed by nature itself as Ludolf Backhuysen portrays a dramatic 'Storm at Sea. ' Feel the intensity as crashing waves threaten mighty ships amidst darkened skies - an awe-inspiring testament to man's struggle against nature's wrath. Finally, explore everyday life during this period through delicate samplers created by unknown artisans.