Britain 1714-1837

A reading journey...

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Carriera, Rosalba. (1741). 'Horace Walpole' [Pastel on paper]. National Museums Liverpool.

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A reminder that to 'quiddle' (1700s) is to busy oneself with entirely trivial things, as a way of avoiding the important ones.

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After Kneller, Godfrey. (c.1708-45) 'John Churchill, First Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722)' [Oil on canvas]. Royal Collection Trust.

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Canaletto. (c.1750-51) 'London: The Thames from Somerset House Terrace towards the City' [Oil on canvas]. Royal Collection Trust.