Mid Eighteenth Century Collection (page 2)

Step back in time to the mid-eighteenth century, a period of elegance and refinement

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Anne, Countess Winterton, Standing three-quarter length, Wearing a Blue Dress

Portrait of Anne, Countess Winterton, Standing three-quarter length, Wearing a Blue Dress
652121 Portrait of Anne, Countess Winterton, Standing three-quarter length, Wearing a Blue Dress, and Lace-Trimmed Shawl, Holding a Fan, in a Landscape, (oil on canvas) by Reynolds

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Brown Owl (Strix Ulula), (pencil and watercolour heightened with gum arabic)

Brown Owl (Strix Ulula), (pencil and watercolour heightened with gum arabic)
651837 Brown Owl (Strix Ulula), (pencil and watercolour heightened with gum arabic) by Atkinson, Rev. C. (18th century); 28.3x22.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Brown Owl (Strix Ulula)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Tilforladelig Kort over Eglandet St. Croix udi America, Copenhagen, 1754

Tilforladelig Kort over Eglandet St. Croix udi America, Copenhagen, 1754
828371 Tilforladelig Kort over Eglandet St. Croix udi America, Copenhagen, 1754, 1754 (hand coloured engraving) by Unknown artist

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Resurrection, (oil on canvas)

The Resurrection, (oil on canvas)
827926 The Resurrection, (oil on canvas) by Loo, Carle van (1705-65); 74.9x45.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Resurrection. Carle van Loo (1705-1765). Oil on canvas

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Piazza San Marco and the Piazzetta, Venice, looking South-West, 1741 (oil on canvas)

The Piazza San Marco and the Piazzetta, Venice, looking South-West, 1741 (oil on canvas)
827863 The Piazza San Marco and the Piazzetta, Venice, looking South-West, 1741 (oil on canvas) by Joli, Antonio de dipi (1700-77) (attr)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Willem Bentinck, 1st Count Bentinck (1704-1774), half-length

Portrait of Willem Bentinck, 1st Count Bentinck (1704-1774), half-length
827861 Portrait of Willem Bentinck, 1st Count Bentinck (1704-1774), half-length, in a Red Velvet Coat, 1755 (oil on canvas) by Liotard

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Young Boy, half-length, wearing a Grey Coat and Cap, (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Young Boy, half-length, wearing a Grey Coat and Cap, (oil on canvas)
827810 Portrait of a Young Boy, half-length, wearing a Grey Coat and Cap, (oil on canvas) by Lepicie, Nicolas-Bernard (1735-84); 45.4x36.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Young Boy)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Apples in a Basket, a Jar and Condiment Boxes on a Table, (oil on canvas)

Apples in a Basket, a Jar and Condiment Boxes on a Table, (oil on canvas)
827791 Apples in a Basket, a Jar and Condiment Boxes on a Table, (oil on canvas) by Melendez, Luis Egidio (1716-80); 49.2x36.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Apples in a Basket)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Roses and other Flowers in a Basket on a Marble Ledge, c. 1742 (oil on panel)

Roses and other Flowers in a Basket on a Marble Ledge, c. 1742 (oil on panel)
827768 Roses and other Flowers in a Basket on a Marble Ledge, c.1742 (oil on panel) by Huysum, Jan van (1682-1749); 40x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Girl in a pink Dress and white shawl offering Oranges to a Gentleman in a green Cape

A Girl in a pink Dress and white shawl offering Oranges to a Gentleman in a green Cape
827691 A Girl in a pink Dress and white shawl offering Oranges to a Gentleman in a green Cape holding a tricorn Hat observed by a Gentleman with an Eyeglass

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Gentleman in a Phrygian Bonnet being addressed by a Gentleman in a yellow coat

A Gentleman in a Phrygian Bonnet being addressed by a Gentleman in a yellow coat
827690 A Gentleman in a Phrygian Bonnet being addressed by a Gentleman in a yellow coat and black tricorn Hat with a Lady in a blue brocade Dress and white Mantilla

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Grand Canal, Venice, with the Rialto Bridge from the South, (black chalk

The Grand Canal, Venice, with the Rialto Bridge from the South, (black chalk
827585 The Grand Canal, Venice, with the Rialto Bridge from the South, (black chalk, pen and brown ink) by Bellotto, Bernardo (1720-80); 21.7x38.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand Canal)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Meissen figure of a Persian, c. 1748 (porcelain)

A Meissen figure of a Persian, c. 1748 (porcelain)
1766899 A Meissen figure of a Persian, c.1748 (porcelain) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Meissen figure of a Persian. Modelled by J.J. Kandler and P)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Derby dry-edge Chinoiserie group emblematic of hearing from a set of the senses, c

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©

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Meissen crinoline group of the rest during the case, c. 1745 (porcelain)

A Meissen crinoline group of the rest during the case, c. 1745 (porcelain)
1766862 A Meissen crinoline group of the rest during the case, c.1745 (porcelain) by Kaendler, Johann Joachim (1706-75); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Staffordshire saltglaze tartan-ground royalist teapot

A Staffordshire saltglaze tartan-ground royalist teapot
1766854 A Staffordshire saltglaze tartan-ground royalist teapot and cover with a bust length portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart (1720-1788), c.1750 (ceramic) by English School

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A manuscript page depicting Moses and Aaron with an imaginary townscape of Jerusalem, 1738 (pen)

A manuscript page depicting Moses and Aaron with an imaginary townscape of Jerusalem, 1738 (pen, red and black ink)
1766604 A manuscript page depicting Moses and Aaron with an imaginary townscape of Jerusalem, 1738 (pen, red and black ink, watercolour)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Louis XV Sevres tray decorated with three exotic birds in a landscape

A Louis XV Sevres tray decorated with three exotic birds in a landscape
1764839 A Louis XV Sevres tray decorated with three exotic birds in a landscape, forming the top of a table a cafe, 1761 (painted porcelain) by French School

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Engraving depicting the Muscle Groups of the Back, 1747 (engraving)

Engraving depicting the Muscle Groups of the Back, 1747 (engraving)
1764834 Engraving depicting the Muscle Groups of the Back, 1747 (engraving) by Wandelaar, Jan (1690-1759); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Muscle Groups of the Back)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: BKS300394092A 01

BKS300394092A 01
022014upload, 1737, 1745, Apple, Blossom, Books & Manuscripts, Close Up, Ehert, Engraved, Fruit, Georg Dionysious Ehert, Hand Finished, Johann Wilhelm Weinmann, Leaves, Mezzotint, Nobody

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Cocatoo, 1779 (hand-coloured engraving)

Cocatoo, 1779 (hand-coloured engraving)
986359 Cocatoo, 1779 (hand-coloured engraving) by Hayes, William (fl.1770-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocatoo. William Hayes (fl.1773-1799). Hand-coloured engraving. Engraved in 1799

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Castle Howard in Yorkshire, from Vitruvius Britannicus

Castle Howard in Yorkshire, from Vitruvius Britannicus
986351 Castle Howard in Yorkshire, from Vitruvius Britannicus, or The British Architect, containing the Plans, Elevations, and Sections of the regular buildings both publick and private

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Birds and Snakes, Plate 62, from Locupletissimi Rerum Naturalium Thesauri Accurata

Birds and Snakes, Plate 62, from Locupletissimi Rerum Naturalium Thesauri Accurata
986229 Birds and Snakes, Plate 62, from Locupletissimi Rerum Naturalium Thesauri Accurata Descriptio, 1734-1765 (hand-coloured engraving) by Dutch School

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Flayed Angel, c. 1745 (varnished colour mezzotint)

The Flayed Angel, c. 1745 (varnished colour mezzotint)
985795 The Flayed Angel, c.1745 (varnished colour mezzotint) by Gautier d Agoty, Jacques-Fabien (1710-81); 53.5x39.5 (folio) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Flayed Angel; L Ange Anatomique)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Map of the world, 1744 (engraving)

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)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Lutf Ali Khan (c, c. 1750-1800 (oil on canvas)

Lutf Ali Khan (c, c. 1750-1800 (oil on canvas)
1196966 Lutf Ali Khan (c, c.1750-1800 (oil on canvas) by Persian School, (18th century); 97.7x49.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Persian, out of copyright

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Thames from the Terrace of Somerset House Looking Towards Westminster, 1750 (oil on canvas)

The Thames from the Terrace of Somerset House Looking Towards Westminster, 1750 (oil on canvas)
652191 The Thames from the Terrace of Somerset House Looking Towards Westminster, 1750 (oil on canvas) by Joli, Antonio (1700-77); 99x124.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Marriage at Cana, (on copper)

The Marriage at Cana, (on copper)
827938 The Marriage at Cana, (on copper) by Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-61); 43.6x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marriage at Cana. Johann Georg Platzer (1704-1761). Oil on copper

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Lady, said to be Mrs, (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Lady, said to be Mrs, (oil on canvas)
827929 Portrait of a Lady, said to be Mrs, (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 75.6x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady, said to be Mrs)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Amorous allegorical Scenes in wooded Landscapes, (oil on panel)

Amorous allegorical Scenes in wooded Landscapes, (oil on panel)
827878 Amorous allegorical Scenes in wooded Landscapes, (oil on panel) by Janneck, Frans Christoph (1703-61); 24.3x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Samuel Martin, Bust Length, in a Pink Coat, White Stock

Portrait of Samuel Martin, Bust Length, in a Pink Coat, White Stock
824268 Portrait of Samuel Martin, Bust Length, in a Pink Coat, White Stock and Lace-Edged White Shirt, with His Right Hand Tucked into His Jacket, c.1763 (oil on canvas) by Hogarth

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: An embroidered panel in the style of Mrs Delany (silk)

An embroidered panel in the style of Mrs Delany (silk)
1767238 An embroidered panel in the style of Mrs Delany (silk) by English School, (18th century); 35x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An embroidered panel in the style of Mrs Delany)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of John Lindsay, 20th Earl of Crawford and Lindsay, full length

Portrait of John Lindsay, 20th Earl of Crawford and Lindsay, full length
824181 Portrait of John Lindsay, 20th Earl of Crawford and Lindsay, full length, in Hussar Uniform, holding a Flintlock Musket, a Landscape beyond, c.1745 (oil on canvas) by Scottish School

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Methonica, (pencil and watercolour with bodycolour)

Methonica, (pencil and watercolour with bodycolour)
824119 Methonica, (pencil and watercolour with bodycolour) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); 53.4x36.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Methonica. Georg Dionysius Ehret (1710-1770)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Last Supper, (black chalk, pen and brown ink)

The Last Supper, (black chalk, pen and brown ink)
1197629 The Last Supper, (black chalk, pen and brown ink) by Tiepolo, Giandomenico (Giovanni Domenico) (1727-1804); 23.3x36.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Loggia Erected in Campo San Zanipolo, Venice, in Front of the Scuola di San Marco for

The Loggia Erected in Campo San Zanipolo, Venice, in Front of the Scuola di San Marco for
659399 The Loggia Erected in Campo San Zanipolo, Venice, in Front of the Scuola di San Marco for the Benediction of Pope Pius VI in 1782, (oil on canvas) by Guardi

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Peasants Dancing and Merry-Making Before a Tavern, a Walled Town Beyond, (oil on canvas)

Peasants Dancing and Merry-Making Before a Tavern, a Walled Town Beyond, (oil on canvas)
659392 Peasants Dancing and Merry-Making Before a Tavern, a Walled Town Beyond, (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Louis Joseph (Watteau de Lille) (1731-98); 197.4x157.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Largo San Ferdinando, Naples, at Carnival Time with the Royal Carriage Approaching

The Largo San Ferdinando, Naples, at Carnival Time with the Royal Carriage Approaching
659335 The Largo San Ferdinando, Naples, at Carnival Time with the Royal Carriage Approaching the Palazzo Reale, (oil on canvas) by Joli

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of His Sister, the Archduchess Maria Christine, Seated, Three-Quarter Length

Portrait of His Sister, the Archduchess Maria Christine, Seated, Three-Quarter Length
659328 Portrait of His Sister, the Archduchess Maria Christine, Seated, Three-Quarter Length, in a Gold Embroidered Blue Dress Holding a Garland of Flowers, (oil on canvas) by Meytens the Younger

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: The Grand Canal, Venice, Looking East from the Campo S. Vio, (oil on canvas)

The Grand Canal, Venice, Looking East from the Campo S. Vio, (oil on canvas)
659310 The Grand Canal, Venice, Looking East from the Campo S. Vio, (oil on canvas) by Canaletto, (Giovanni Antonio Canal) (1697-1768); 47x78.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand Canal)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Saint Nicholas of Bari with Two Children, (oil on canvas)

Saint Nicholas of Bari with Two Children, (oil on canvas)
659293 Saint Nicholas of Bari with Two Children, (oil on canvas) by Cignaroli, Giambettino (1706-70); 72.5x101 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Nicholas of Bari with Two Children)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Roses and Other Flowers in a Basket on a Ledge (oil on canvas)

Roses and Other Flowers in a Basket on a Ledge (oil on canvas)
659259 Roses and Other Flowers in a Basket on a Ledge (oil on canvas) by Nijmegen, Dionys van (1705-1798); 36x34.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Pink Stock with a Dragonfly, (bodycolour on vellum)

A Pink Stock with a Dragonfly, (bodycolour on vellum)
659212 A Pink Stock with a Dragonfly, (bodycolour on vellum) by Dietzsch, Barbara Regina (1706-83); 37x27.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Pink Stock with a Dragonfly)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: London from Greenwich Hill, (pencil and watercolour)

London from Greenwich Hill, (pencil and watercolour)
651976 London from Greenwich Hill, (pencil and watercolour) by Cozens, John Robert (1752-99); 45.7x62.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: London from Greenwich Hill. John Robert Cozens (1752-1797)

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane

A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane
652140 A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane, All Small Full-Length, Playing with an Elaborate Dog-Cart, in the Grounds of a Country House

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Harriet Wright, the Artists Daughter, as a Child, Bust Length

Portrait of Harriet Wright, the Artists Daughter, as a Child, Bust Length
651797 Portrait of Harriet Wright, the Artists Daughter, as a Child, Bust Length, Looking Over Her Right Shoulder, (pastel) by Wright of Derby

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Captain the Hon. Robert Boyle Walsingham, M. P. (1736-1780), full-length

Portrait of Captain the Hon. Robert Boyle Walsingham, M. P. (1736-1780), full-length
991391 Portrait of Captain the Hon. Robert Boyle Walsingham, M.P. (1736-1780), full-length. 1758 (oil on unlined canvas) by Hone

Mid Eighteenth Century Collection: Mulatto Women on the Banks of the River Roseau, Dominica, (oil on canvas)

Mulatto Women on the Banks of the River Roseau, Dominica, (oil on canvas)
990893 Mulatto Women on the Banks of the River Roseau, Dominica, (oil on canvas) by Brunias, Agostino (1728-96); 40.7x85.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

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Step back in time to the mid-eighteenth century, a period of elegance and refinement. In this captivating era, one can imagine strolling through a picturesque garden, where a lady gracefully walks hand-in-hand with her small child. The Laurel Tree stands tall, its branches adorned with delicate leaves that have been meticulously hand-colored in an enchanting etching from 1731-1743. As we delve deeper into history, we witness the dramatic scene of The Death of Bhishma. Mortally wounded by Arjuna's numerous arrows, Bhishma lies on the battlefield as his life ebbs away. This mesmerizing artwork captures the intensity and emotion of this ancient tale. Nature takes center stage once again with the Magnolia. A beautifully hand-colored engraved plate transports us to a world filled with vibrant blossoms and fragrant petals during the years 1750-1773. The Lilium corona Imperialis enchants us further with its exquisite beauty. Engraved and mezzotinted onto a plate between 1737-1745, this regal Crown imperial lily commands attention and admiration. Traveling across continents brings us to Limerick in Ireland around 1750. Through detailed watercolor plans, we catch glimpses of this historic cityscape - its architecture standing proudly against the backdrop of rolling hills and flowing rivers. Intriguing mythology unfolds before our eyes as we witness The Young Krishna Kills the Demon Vatsasura disguised as a calf. Rendered using watercolors and ink on orange paper between c. 1730-1740, this captivating artwork tells tales of bravery and divine intervention. Artistic mastery is exemplified in The Infant Hercules painted on canvas - an embodiment of strength even at such tender age; it reminds us that greatness can emerge from unexpected places. A glimpse into Amsterdam's past awaits us through Vue of Kleveniers Canal captured between c. 1740-1770.