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details of Maruyama Ōkyo's Morning Glories and Puppies painting on cedar doors (1784)

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François-André Vincent (French, 1746–1816) Arria and Paetus, 1784 Saint Louis Art Museum, Missouri When her husband senator Aulus Caecina Paetus is ordered to commit suicide by the Emperor Claudius but hesitates to do the act, his wife Arria seizes the dagger and plunges it into herself as a gesture of encouragement. She the hands it to him, saying "See, Paetus, it does not hurt". The story is based on the letters of Pliny the Younger and features an example of stoicism.

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The Honourable Charlotte Clive, George Romney, 1783-85

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Woman's Dress (Robe à l'anglaise)

1780s

Maker unknown

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Betty Wiley photography

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The Red Prince from Divinity Original Sin II

"Famed, of course, for my unique red skin and unparalleled skills as a general of the House of War, I, the Red Prince, was raised within the vast palaces of the fabled Forbidden City. I was destined to become the next emperor, but my ambitions suffered a bit of a setback when I fell from grace for cavorting with demons. Now I'm exiled and hunted by assassins, but I assure you: I remain undaunted — and as determined as ever to claim my rightful throne!"

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La Fayette’s Godson

La Fayette became the godfather of Henry Jackson Knox, the son of General Henry Knox, his fellow general and friend – and being the child’s godfather was an office La Fayette was clearly invested in.

My Most Respectfull and Affectionate Compliments to Mrs. Knox; I am so impudent as to take the liberty to Adress a kiss to Lucy-and a paternal one to My Son. Adieu Yours forever Lafayette

The Marquis de La Fayette to Henry Knox, August 18, 1781.

Idzerda Stanley J. et al., editors, Lafayette in the Age of the American Revolution: Selected Letters and Papers, 1776–1790, Volume 4, April 1, 1781–December 23, 1781, Cornell University Press, 1981, p. 333.

My Best Respects Wait Upon Mrs. Knox, and Miss Lucy. I most affectionately and fatherly kiss my Son Harry.

The Marquis de La Fayette to Henry Knox, January 8, 1784.

Idzerda Stanley J. et al., editors, Lafayette in the Age of the American Revolution: Selected Letters and Papers, 1776–1790, Volume 5, January 4, 1782‑December 29, 1785, Cornell University Press, 1983, p. 180.

My Most affectionate Respects Wait upon Mrs. Knox, Miss Lucy, all the family. I kiss my God Son. Remember me to all our friends—our military friends, our friends in Boston, in Newyork, where ever You are and Have a chance to Meet them.

The Marquis de La Fayette to Henry Knox, May 11, 1785.

Idzerda Stanley J. et al., editors, Lafayette in the Age of the American Revolution: Selected Letters and Papers, 1776–1790, Volume 5, January 4, 1782‑December 29, 1785, Cornell University Press, 1983, p. 322.

Adieu, my good friend, my most affectionate Respects to Mrs. Knox, and a kiss to Lucy, my Son, and the little one. Your affectionate friend Lafayette

The Marquis de La Fayette to Henry Knox, June 12, 1785.

Idzerda Stanley J. et al., editors, Lafayette in the Age of the American Revolution: Selected Letters and Papers, 1776–1790, Volume 5, January 4, 1782‑December 29, 1785, Cornell University Press, 1983, p. 330.