Antiquary Collection (#3)

Taste, April 2, 1801. April 2, 1801. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Taste, April 2, 1801

The Antiquary, 1855. Creator: Edwin White
The Antiquary, 1855

William Dugdale, c1675, (1943). Creator: Unknown
William Dugdale, c1675, (1943). Portrait of English antiquary and herald William Dugdale (1605-1686). As a scholar he was influential in the development of medieval history as an academic subject

Meursius, (1579-1639), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Meursius, (1579-1639), 1830. Johannes Meursius (van Meurs) (1579-1639) Dutch classical scholar and antiquary, professor of Greek and history at Leiden

J. Leland, (c1503-1552), 1830. Creator: Unknown
J. Leland, (c1503-1552), 1830. John Leland or Leyland (c1503-1552) English poet and antiquary educated at St Pauls School and Christs College

Hearne, (1678-1735), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Hearne, (1678-1735), 1830. Thomas Hearne or Hearn (1678-1735) English diarist and antiquary, educated at St Edmund Hall, Oxford

Folkes, (1690-1754), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Folkes, (1690-1754), 1830. Martin Folkes (1690-1754), English antiquary, numismatist, mathematician, and astronomer educated at Clare College, Cambridge and elected as a fellow of the Royal Society

Grose, (c1731-1791), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Grose, (c1731-1791), 1830. Francis Grose (c1731-1791) English antiquary, draughtsman, and lexicographer. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard. [Thomas Tegg, R

William Gostling, 1777, (1801). Creator: Francesco Bartolozzi
William Gostling, 1777, (1801). Portrait of English clergyman and antiquary William Gostling (1696-1777) at the age of 81, just before his death. [Andrew Moltino, London, 1801]

Dugdale, (1605-1686), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Dugdale, (1605-1686), 1830. William Dugdale (1605-1686) English antiquary and herald. As a scholar he was influential in the development of medieval history as an academic subject

John Aubrey, (1626-1697), 1830. Creator: Unknown
John Aubrey, (1626-1697), 1830. John Aubrey (1626-1697) English antiquary, natural philosopher, archaeologist and writer. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard

T. Astle, (1735-1803), 1830. Creator: Unknown
T. Astle, (1735-1803), 1830. Thomas Astle (1735-1803) English antiquary and palaeographer, in 1766 admitted as a fellow of the Royal Society

Ashmole, (1617-1692), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Ashmole, (1617-1692), 1830. Elias Ashmole (1617-1692) English antiquary, politician, officer of arms, astrologer and student of alchemy, a royalist during the English Civil War

Jos. h Ames, (1689-1759), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Jos.h Ames, (1689-1759), 1830. Joseph Ames (1689-1759) English bibliographer and antiquary, though uneducated beyond grammar school, he prospered in trade

Henry Constantine Jennings. The Remarkable Virtuoso, 1821. Creator: Robert Cooper
Henry Constantine Jennings. The Remarkable Virtuoso, 1821. Portrait of British antiquarian, collector and gambler Henry Constantine Jennings (1731-1819)

Muratori, (19th century). Creator: Dolfino
Muratori, (19th century). Portrait of Italian historian Lodovico Antonio Muratori (1672- 1750), known for his discovery of the Muratorian fragment

James Pettit Andrews Esq. F. A. S. 1796. Creator: John Chapman
James Pettit Andrews Esq. F.A.S. 1796. Portrait of James Pettit Andrews (1737-1797), British historian and antiquary. From the " European Magazine". [J. Sewell, London, 1796]

The Reverend Mark Noble, late 18th century. Creator: John Keyse Sherwin
The Reverend Mark Noble, late 18th century. Portrait of clergyman, biographer and antiquary Mark Noble (1754-1827)

Francis Grose, (1731-1791), 19th century. Artist: Henry Bryan Hall I
Francis Grose, (1731-1791), English antiquary, draughtsman, and lexicographer. After a work by Sir Nathaniel Dance (1748-1827)

Captain Francis Grose By Himself, 18th century. Artist: Francis Grose
Captain Francis Grose By Himself, 18th century. Self-portrait of Grose (1731-1791), antiquary and friend of Robert Burns. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century

John Selden, 17th century English jurist, (1836). Artist: Robert Hart
John Selden, 17th century English jurist, (1836). Portrait of Selden (1584-1654), jurist, legal antiquary and oriental scholar. He was aleading figure in the Antiquarian Society

John Selden, English jurist, antiquary and oriental scholar, (c1850). Portrait of Selden (1584-1654), a polymath saluted by John Milton as the chief of learned men reputed in this land

John Selden, English jurist, legal antiquary and oriental scholar, (1823). Artist: R Cooper
John Selden, English jurist, antiquary and scholar, (1823). Selden (1584-1654) was a politician, legal antiquary, historian and oriental scholar

John Selden, 19th century. Artist: Hart
John Selden, 19th century. Selden (1584-1654) was an English jurist, legal antiquary and oriental scholar

Abraham Gorlaeus Abraham Van Goorle Portrait
Abraham Gorlaeus also known as Abraham van Goorle, 1549 - 1608. Dutch antiquary, after a 17th century engraving by Jacques de Gheyn II

Sir Robert Sibbald, 1641

Thomas Pennant, 1726 To 1798. Welsh Naturalist And Antiquary. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

George Vertue, 1684 To 1756. English Engraver And Antiquary. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Elias Ashmole, 1617 To 1692. English Antiquary, Politician, Officer Of Arms, Astrologer And Student Of Alchemy. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Charles Patin 1633 To 1693. French Doctor And Antiquary. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Sir William Dugdale 1605 To 1686. English Antiquary. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Sir Henry Spelman Born Circa. 1562 Died 1641. English Antiquary. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published
Sir Henry Spelman Born Circa.1562 Died 1641. English Antiquary. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

John Leland 1506 To 1552. English Antiquary. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Johannes Meursius 1579 To 1639. Dutch Classical Scholar And Antiquary. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Martin Folkes 1690 To 1754 English Antiquary And Natural Philosopher Engraved By R Hart After Hogarth From The Works Of Hogarth Published London 1833

Samuel Lysons 1763 To 1819 English Antiquary Engraved By H Robinson After Sir T Lawrence From The Book National Portrait Gallery Volume Iii Published C 1835

Robert Nares 1753 To 1829 English Philologist Antiquary And Archdeacon Of Stafford Engraved Bys Freeman After J Hopner From The Book National Portrait Gallery Volume Ii Published C 1835

Davies Gilbert 1767 To 1839 British Scientist And Antiquary President Of The Royal Society Engraved By J Thomson After H Howard From The Book National Portrait Gallery Volume Ii Published C 1835

Nicolas-Claude Fabri De Peiresc, 1581-1637. French Antiquary And Humanist. Discoverer Of The Orion Nebula (1610). Engraved By C. Mellan

A Connoisseur Admiring a Dark Night Piece, November 12, 1771. Creator: Matthew Darly
A Connoisseur Admiring a Dark Night Piece, November 12, 1771

Anthony Wood
ANTHONY WOOD antiquary and historian Date: 1632 - 1695

Henry O brien
HENRY O BRIEN Irish antiquary with his autograph Date: 1808 - 1835

MARK NOBLE Churchman, rector of Barming, Kent, biographer and antiquary. Date: 1754 - 1827

John Ives, Antiquary
JOHN IVES antiquary, Suffolk Herald Extraordinary Date: 1751 - 1776

Erasmus Wilson, English surgeon and antiquary, 1880. Artist: Spy
Erasmus Wilson, English surgeon and antiquary, 1880. In medicine Wilson (1809-1884) specialised in skin diseases. His other interest was Egyptology, of which he was a generous patron

Reverend Thomas Maurice, oriental scholar
Reverend Thomas Maurice (1754-1824), British oriental scholar, historian and antiquary. 1800

Zachary Grey
ZACHARY GREY Churchman and antiquary, rector of Houghton Conquest. Date: 1688 - 1766

Valentine Green
VALENTINE GREEN Mezzotint engraver and antiquary. Date: 1739 - 1813

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"Exploring the Enigmatic World of Antiquaries: Unveiling History's Hidden Gems" Step into the captivating realm of antiquaries, where history comes alive through a myriad of intriguing artifacts and enigmatic tales. From Whistle and I'll Come 2 to Aubrey's Plan of Avebury, these hints unlock a treasure trove of knowledge. Elias Ashmole, an esteemed antiquary from the 17th century, delved deep into the mysteries surrounding ancient relics. His insatiable curiosity led him to uncover Lord William Howard's legendary belt - Belted Will - shrouded in myth and folklore. In "Whistle and I'll Come, " Sir William Dugdale embarked on a haunting journey that blurred the lines between reality and supernatural encounters. This eerie tale left readers spellbound as they explored the dark corners of their imagination. Octavius G Gilchrist, an avid collector himself, unraveled historical puzzles with his meticulous research. His works shed light on Samuel Pegge the Elder's profound contributions to archaeology, unearthing forgotten civilizations one artifact at a time. Even Peter I of Russia found solace in antiquarian pursuits during his reign. He recognized that understanding history was crucial for shaping a nation's identity and preserving its heritage for future generations. John Aubrey emerged as one of England's most renowned antiquaries, leaving an indelible mark on historical studies. His detailed observations immortalized George Vertue in oil on canvas in 1733 – capturing not just his likeness but also his essence within art itself. Centuries later, John George Landseer continued this tradition by immortalizing fellow scholars through portraiture. In c. 1848 he painted another masterpiece depicting an unnamed antiquary lost amidst ancient manuscripts – symbolizing their eternal quest for knowledge. Antiquaries are guardians of our past; they breathe life into dusty archives and resurrect forgotten narratives.