Antonio Canova - Better Than Ancient Roman Sculptors?
Antonio Canova is known for his expressive, lifelike sculpture. It's unbelievable that this European sculptor lived in the 18th century!
Two Centuries Ago, We Experienced a Year Without a Summer
The year 1816 saw a weather event so devastating that it will never be forgotten by history.
This 18th-Century Moving Clock Is a Real Work of Art
The Peacock Clock is a golden clock that was gifted to the Russian empress Catherine the Great in the 18th century, and it's absolutely stunning!
People In the Victorian Era Had Some Strange Pastimes…
Learn all about graveyard picnics, rare plant collecting and a few other peculiar Victorian pastimes you probably didn’t know about.
This Artist Was Renowned For His Horse-Inspired Paintings!
George Stubbs was an 18th century artist that embraced romanticism and created many famous equestrian theme masterpieces.
These Companies Across America Are Older Than the Country!
Here are 10 companies that have been around since the 18th century and continue to expand and operate after all these decades.
The Golden Era of Pirates Was Filled With Fearsome Men!
Dive into the histories and exploits of some of the most well-known and feared pirates to roam and plunder on the seven seas.
Hair Tutorial, the 18th Century Edition
This fascinating video follows a step-by-step hair tutorial from a 1782 guide book. No detail was skipped, and it's hilarious
A 300 Year Old Recipe For a Unique Tasty Mushroom Ketchup
This delicious recipe for a sauce made from mushrooms predates the recipe for tomato ketchup, but is an equally delicious condiment
This Recipe for Pickled Eggs is Over Two Hundred Years Old
Learn from top to bottom how to make pickled eggs with an 18th century flavor to it, that are an amazing garnish for any dish.
This Stunning Phantom's Interior Would Cost $300,000 Today
An incredible Series I Rolls-Royce Phantom was up on the auction block at Bonhams, complete with its stunning French-inspired interior. See it here.
This Amazing Ice-Cream Recipe Comes from the 1700s
This is how Ice-cream was made in the 18th century. It was surprisingly made with Italian Parmesan. You've got to try this savory dessert!
