Seventeenth Collection (page 8)

Moliere, 19th century (engraving)
3785934 Moliere, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, also known by his stage name, Moliere, was a From a History of France (Volume IV) by Guizot page 557.); Lebrecht History

The Cruelty of Lolonois, 1893 (engraving)
3780159 The Cruelty of Lolonois, 1893 (engraving); (add.info.: The Cruelty of Lolonois, engraving. (Jean-David Nau, Francois L Olonnais, L Olonnois, Lolona)

Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor
3789900 Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor by Deutsch, Ludwig (1855-1935); (add.info.: Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor)

Andrew Johnson, c. 1855-65 (b / w photo)
5854151 Andrew Johnson, c.1855-65 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: Andrew Johnson, 17th President of the United States, 1865-69)

Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor
3789876 Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor by Smirke, Robert (1752-1845) (after); (add.info.: Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor)

Tybalt killed by Romeo, scene from William Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet, Act III, Scene 1
2654795 Tybalt killed by Romeo, scene from William Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet, Act III, Scene 1, from The Works of William Shakespeare, published 1896 (engraving) by Browne

Woman at her Toilet, 1655-60 (oil on panel)
3545930 Woman at her Toilet, 1655-60 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 37x27.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

A scene from William Shakespeares play Othello Act V, Scene 2, Desdemona: "Talk you of killing
2654841 A scene from William Shakespeares play Othello Act V, Scene 2, Desdemona: " Talk you of killing?" Othello: " Ay I do", from The Works of William Shakespeare

Andrew Johnson (1808-75), 17th President of the United States of America (photogravure)
STC126916 Andrew Johnson (1808-75), 17th President of the United States of America (photogravure) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

George Frideric or Frederick Hande, from Living Biographies of Great Composers
3961010 George Frideric or Frederick Hande, from Living Biographies of Great Composers. by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: George Frideric or Frederick Handel, 1685-1759)

Captain John Avery, engraving
3784186 Captain John Avery, engraving.; (add.info.: Captain John Avery, engraving. Caption reads Captain John Avery taking the Great Moguls ship)

Emanuel Swedenborg, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders
3960995 Emanuel Swedenborg, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Emanuel Swedenborg, born Emanuel Swedberg, 1688-1772)

George Fox, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders
3960991 George Fox, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: George Fox, 1624-1691)

"We were all square at the seventeenth"(colour litho)
6013986 " We were all square at the seventeenth" (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info)

Seventeenth-century Water-clock, in Norwich Museum (litho)
6028909 Seventeenth-century Water-clock, in Norwich Museum (litho) by Roe, Fred (1864-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seventeenth-century Water-clock, in Norwich Museum)

Sir Peter Paul Rubens, from Living Biographies of Great Painters
3960934 Sir Peter Paul Rubens, from Living Biographies of Great Painters by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Sir Peter Paul Rubens, 1577-1640. Flemish artist)

Johann Sebastian Bach, from Living Biographies of Great Composers
3961009 Johann Sebastian Bach, from Living Biographies of Great Composers by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750. Composer and musician of the Baroque period)

Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez, from Living Biographies of Great Painters
3960938 Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez, from Living Biographies of Great Painters by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez, 1599-1660. Spanish painter)

Domenikos Theotokopoulos, El Greco, from Living Biographies of Great Painters
3960936 Domenikos Theotokopoulos, El Greco, from Living Biographies of Great Painters. by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Domenikos Theotokopoulos, 1541-1614, aka El Greco, (The Greek )

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, from Living Biographies of Great Painters
3960935 Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, from Living Biographies of Great Painters by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, 1606-1669)

Washhouse Court, Charterhouse (colour litho)
5210929 Washhouse Court, Charterhouse (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washhouse Court, Charterhouse)

Minerva (oil on canvas)
3087321 Minerva (oil on canvas) by Sylvius, Johan (c.1620-95); 164 x 122 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Swedish, out of copyright

Windsor Castle, c. 1670 (oil on canvas)
5310898 Windsor Castle, c.1670 (oil on canvas) by Streater or Streeter, Robert (1624-80); Private Collection; (add.info.: Streater or Streeter, Robert (1624-80) was Serjeant Painter, court painter

New Amsterdam, 1815 (engraving)
3778938 New Amsterdam, 1815 (engraving); (add.info.: New Amsterdam - view of the Dutch colonial settlement that later became New York City. Caption reads: t Fort Nieuw Amsterdam op de Manhatans)

Title page of Book of Common Prayer, 17th century (engraving)
3782772 Title page of Book of Common Prayer, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Title page of Book of Common Prayer, published in 1662 by John Bill and Christopher Barker in London)

Jean Bart and his son, 1887 (engraving)
3784111 Jean Bart and his son, 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: Jean Bart, Flemish sailor, served the French crown as naval commander and privateer. JB: 21 October 1651 - 27 April 1702)

Don Diego Velasquez and Bartolmeo Murillo, 1896 (chromolithograph)
3788653 Don Diego Velasquez and Bartolmeo Murillo, 1896 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Don Diego Velasquez/ Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez (1599-1660)

Inside a printers shop, Germany 1619 (engraving)
3781309 Inside a printers shop, Germany 1619 (engraving); (add.info.: Inside a printers shop. Engraving from Gottfrieds Historical Chronicle, Frankfurt 1619. Tinted version.); Lebrecht History

Richard Cromwell (engraving)
3790766 Richard Cromwell (engraving); (add.info.: Richard Cromwell (1626 - 1712), commander of the New Model Army in the English Civil War (1642-1651)

Beggar being thrown out of a rich mans kitchen, in the 16th century (engraving)
5242642 Beggar being thrown out of a rich mans kitchen, in the 16th century (engraving) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); (add.info.: from Geschiedenis van Nederland, pub)

Properous Calvanist Family, 1627 (oil on panel)
5051900 Properous Calvanist Family, 1627 (oil on panel) by Dutch School, (17th century); 122x191 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Merry Company, 1629 (oil on panel)
5051890 Merry Company, 1629 (oil on panel) by Elias, Isaac (1590-1630); 47.1x63.2 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Rene Descartes in Amsterdam
3779258 Rene Descartes in Amsterdam by Phillipoteaux, Paul (1846-1923); (add.info.: Rene Descartes in Amsterdam. Descartes was a highly influential French philosopher, mathematician, scientist)

Campo Vaccino in Rome, c. 1650 (oil on canvas)
3930906 Campo Vaccino in Rome, c.1650 (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (17th century); 38.5x50 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Italian, out of copyright

Battle Scene, c. 1630-39 (oil on canvas)
3930892 Battle Scene, c.1630-39 (oil on canvas) by Falcone, Aniello (1607-56); 104x130 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Falcone known as L Oracolo delle Battaglie ); Italian

A Couple and a Shepherdess in a Landscape, 1661 (oil on oak)
3930813 A Couple and a Shepherdess in a Landscape, 1661 (oil on oak) by Burgh, Hendrik van der (17th century); 75x59 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Portrait of a Man, thought to be Dr. Ephraim Bueno, 1645-47 (oil on panel)
3704045 Portrait of a Man, thought to be Dr. EphraAOm Bueno, 1645-47 (oil on panel) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 19x15 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Dr)

Renaissance Architecture of the Fifteenth, Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries (engraving)
3650037 Renaissance Architecture of the Fifteenth, Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The quack, 1650-60 (oil on panel)
3709939 The quack, 1650-60 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 37.5x52 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info)

The Feast of St Nicholas, 1665-68 (oil on canvas)
3709938 The Feast of St Nicholas, 1665-68 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 82x70.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Princes Day, 1660-79 (oil on panel)
3709937 Princes Day, 1660-79 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 46x62.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Princes Day)

Portrait of Mary Stuart, Wife of Prince William III, c. 1683 (oil on canvas)
3545940 Portrait of Mary Stuart, Wife of Prince William III, c. 1683 (oil on canvas) by Netscher, Caspar (1639-84); 80.5x63.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

William of Orange, King of England and Stadtholder, c. 1692-97 (oil on canvas)
3545909 William of Orange, King of England and Stadtholder, c. 1692-97 (oil on canvas) by Schalken or Schalcken, Godfried (1643-1706); 76.5x65 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Leisure time in an elegant Setting, c. 1663-65 (oil on canvas)
3493101 Leisure time in an elegant Setting, c.1663-65 (oil on canvas) by Hooch, Pieter de (1629-84); 58.3x69.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Dutch, out of copyright

Merry Company on a Terrace, c. 1673-5 (oil on canvas)
3615928 Merry Company on a Terrace, c.1673-5 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 141x131.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Et in Arcadia Ego, c. 1637-38 (oil on canvas)
3941017 Et in Arcadia Ego, c.1637-38 (oil on canvas) by Bourdon, Sebastien (1616-71); 56.2 x 41.12 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; (add.info.: " Even in Arcadia)

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of the Seventeenth Century: From Art to Adventure" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of the seventeenth century. Marvel at St Michael Archangel, a masterpiece by Guido Reni that embodies divine beauty and grace. Delve into history with a 17th-century map of Europe, tracing the borders and kingdoms that shaped our continent. Witness Dubrovnik's cityscape before tragedy struck in 1667, as depicted on an ancient map. Discover its architectural splendor before it was ravaged by an earthquake. Explore uncharted territories with a 17th-century map of the New World, where intrepid explorers embarked on daring voyages to unknown lands. Uncover tales of intrigue and audacity as you learn about Col. Blood, a notorious jewel thief who dared to steal from royalty itself. Experience the enchantment of Christmas through Strasbourg's first authenticated Christmas tree, dating back to this remarkable era. Indulge your senses with May's Cookery Book from 1685, offering tantalizing recipes passed down through generations. Immerse yourself in courtly life alongside Eleanor "Nell" Gwynn – actress turned mistress to King Charles II – whose charm captivated hearts during this vibrant period. Feel the wind in your hair aboard majestic C17 sailing ships that braved treacherous seas for trade and exploration purposes alike. Follow Samuel Pepys' diary entries as he chronicles his daily life amidst political upheaval and personal triumphs during this transformative century. Experience London's Frost Fair through Jan Griffier's artistry; witness frozen Thames River transformed into bustling marketplaces filled with merriment despite harsh winter conditions. The seventeenth century offers us glimpses into diverse facets of human existence – from artistic brilliance to historical milestones, culinary delights to scandalous affairs – all woven together like threads in an intricate tapestry waiting for us to unravel.