Dr Samuel Johnson Collection

Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia (engraving)
6001037 Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia)

Dr Johnson and his Cat (engraving)
3634822 Dr Johnson and his Cat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnson and his Cat. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1888)

Dr Samuel Johnson
1577057 Dr Samuel Johnson; (add.info.: Full-Length Portrait of Dr. Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) English writer who made lasting contributions to English literature as a poet, essayist, moralist

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Samuel Johnson, 1760s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Samuel Johnson, 1760s, (2023). Dr Johnson (1709-1784) was a British writer, poet, playwright, essayist, moralist, literary critic, biographer, editor and lexicographer

Samuel Johnson, 1770. Creator: James Watson
Samuel Johnson, 1770

Lichfield "Greenhill Bower" on Whit-Monday - the Procession passing the Statue of Dr. Johnson, 1850. Annual tradition, procession of knights in armour

Dr. Johnson, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Dr. Johnson, n.d

Sniggling for Eels - drawn by Duncan, 1850. Creator: M Jackson
Sniggling for Eels - drawn by Duncan, 1850....call to mind the semi-snaky creatures that furnish our dramatis personae - pseudo-serpents

James Boswell (1740 - 1795)
2603691 James Boswell (1740 - 1795) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92) (after); (add.info.: James Boswell (1740 - 1795) Scottish diarist

Percy, (1729-1811), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Percy, (1729-1811), 1830. Thomas Percy (1729-1811) Bishop of Dromore, chaplain to George III and Romantic poet educated at Christ Church, Oxford, a friend of Samuel Johnson and James Boswell

Mr. Davies Shop, Russell Street, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Mr. Davies Shop, Russell Street, (1881). The bookshop of bookseller and author Thomas Davies (c1713-1785) at Russell Street in Covent Garden, London

Known Characters in a Chop House, 1800-1820. 1800-1820. Creator: Anon
Known Characters in a Chop House, 1800-1820

Les Gourmands, 1780-1820. 1780-1820. Creator: Anon
Les Gourmands, 1780-1820

William Oldys, c. 1738 (oil on canvas)
1765245 William Oldys, c.1738 (oil on canvas) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 750x615 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London, UK; (add.info.: Portrait of William Oldys (1696-1761)

Dr Samuel Johnson, in the dress worn by him in his Journey to the Hebrides (engraving)
3657110 Dr Samuel Johnson, in the dress worn by him in his Journey to the Hebrides (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Samuel Johnson)

Alexandra Palace (engraving)
559916 Alexandra Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandra Palace.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Oxford, Pembroke College, Dr Johnsons Desk, from Edial Hall, nr Lichfield, where he kept a school (b / w photo)
5986797 Oxford, Pembroke College, Dr Johnsons Desk, from Edial Hall, nr Lichfield, where he kept a school (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford)

John Wesley and Dr. Johnson (engraving)
664097 John Wesley and Dr. Johnson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Wesley and Dr. Johnson)

Queen Anne touching Dr Johnson, when a boy, to cure him of scrofula
LLM455974 Queen Anne touching Dr Johnson, when a boy, to cure him of scrofula by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Anne touching Dr Johnson, when a boy)

Chatting from Boswells Hebridean Journey (coloured engraving)
812896 Chatting from Boswells Hebridean Journey (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chatting from Boswells Hebridean Journey)

Dr Johnson at the Literary Club (engraving)
2793255 Dr Johnson at the Literary Club (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnson at the Literary Club)

Dr Johnsons Pew in St Clements (engraving)
3636454 Dr Johnsons Pew in St Clements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnsons Pew in St Clement s)

Dr. Johnson visiting the Market-Place (engraving)
670745 Dr. Johnson visiting the Market-Place (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr. Johnson visiting the Market-Place)

Temple Bar in the time of Dr Johnson (litho)
610291 Temple Bar in the time of Dr Johnson (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple Bar in the time of Dr Johnson); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Old Wisdom: Blinking at the Stars, published in 1782 (etching)
NCO193407 Old Wisdom: Blinking at the Stars, published in 1782 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Dr Johnson
LLM455683 Dr Johnson by Skelton, Joseph Ratcliffe (fl.1888-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnson. There is no arguing with Johnson said Goldsmith for when his pistol misses fire he knocks)

The Original No 8 Bolt Court, in Which Dr Johnson Lived and Died (engraving)
6010837 The Original No 8 Bolt Court, in Which Dr Johnson Lived and Died (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Original No 8 Bolt Court)

Dr Samuel Johnson (engraving)
978580 Dr Samuel Johnson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Samuel Johnson)

Dr Johnson in conversation (litho)
3642569 Dr Johnson in conversation (litho) by Nelson, Harold Edward Hughes (1871-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnson in conversation.); © Look and Learn

Dr Samuel Johnson at the Merlins Cave, Spa Fields (engraving)
610666 Dr Samuel Johnson at the Merlins Cave, Spa Fields (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Samuel Johnson at the Merlins Cave)

Oliver Goldsmith, James Thomson, Dr. Samuel Johnson, Tobias Smollett, David Hume (engraving)
960792 Oliver Goldsmith, James Thomson, Dr. Samuel Johnson, Tobias Smollett, David Hume (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oliver Goldsmith, James Thomson)

Monument of Dr Johnson in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
666554 Monument of Dr Johnson in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument of Dr Johnson in St Pauls Cathedral)

Dr. Johnsons Birthplace (engraving)
671230 Dr. Johnsons Birthplace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr. Johnsons Birthplace. Illustration for Our Own County (Cassell, c 1880)

Statue of Johnson (engraving)
671231 Statue of Johnson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Johnson. Illustration for Our Own County (Cassell, c 1880)

George III and Dr Johnson (engraving)
6010847 George III and Dr Johnson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George III and Dr Johnson)

Dr Samuel Johnson (engraving)
3625543 Dr Samuel Johnson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Samuel Johnson)

Round Robin, addressed to Dr Samuel Johnson (litho)
5999396 Round Robin, addressed to Dr Samuel Johnson (litho) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Round Robin, addressed to Dr Samuel Johnson)

Dr Samuel Johnson (engraving)
3649901 Dr Samuel Johnson (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Samuel Johnson)

Dr Johnsons Retreat (engraving)
3654508 Dr Johnsons Retreat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnsons Retreat)

The Journalist, With a View of Auckinleck-or the Land of Stones (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 15, 1786

Frontispiece (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 15, 1786

Wit and Wisdom (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 15, 1786

The Reconciliation (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 20, 1786

Setting out from Edinburgh (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), May 30, 1786

Imitations at Drury-Lane Theatre (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 20, 1786

The Contest at Auckinleck (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 10, 1786

Scottifying the Palate (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 30, 1786

Veronica, a Breakfast Conversation (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 30, 1786

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"Dr Samuel Johnson: A Literary Giant and His Feline Companion" In this captivating collection of engravings, we catch a glimpse into the life and times of Dr Samuel Johnson, an eminent figure in 18th-century English literature. The first engraving transports us to the exotic world of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia, a novel penned by Johnson himself. Through his words, he takes us on a thought-provoking journey that explores the human condition. But it is not only through his writings that we come to know Dr Johnson; another engraving introduces us to his beloved cat. In this endearing portrayal, we witness the bond between man and feline as they share moments of companionship and solace. It reminds us that even great minds find comfort in simple pleasures. Moving forward in time, we encounter Mr Davies' Shop on Russell Street – a place where intellectual discussions thrived. Here, amidst books and ideas, Dr Johnson's presence was felt as he engaged with fellow scholars and thinkers who sought enlightenment within those walls. Fleet Street comes alive in another enchanting artwork where Dr Johnson walks alongside James Boswell – their friendship immortalized forever. This image captures their camaraderie as they navigate through bustling streets filled with inspiration for their literary pursuits. A visit to the chop house reveals Known Characters indulging in hearty meals while engaging in lively debates – an atmosphere familiar to Dr Johnson who relished both good food and stimulating conversation. Les Gourmands further highlights his appreciation for culinary delights as he savored gastronomic pleasures with gusto. We are then transported back in time through William Oldys' portrait capturing Dr Samuel Johnson's essence during one significant period of his life - c. 1738 when he embarked on his Journey to the Hebrides clad in traditional attire befitting such an adventure.