George Dance Jnr Collection

Egyptian Hall, Mansion House, London, 1795-1825. Attributed to Auguste Charles Pugin. Architecture designed by George Dance

Thomas Hearne (1744-1817), (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Thomas Hearne (1744-1817), (c1902). Portrait of British landscape painter, engraver and illustrator Thomas Hearne depicted in 1795

M. A. Rooker, A. R. A. 1793, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
M.A. Rooker, A.R.A. 1793, (c1900). Portrait of British painter, illustrator and engraver Michael Angelo Rooker (c1743-1801). Rooker was principal scene painter at the Haymarket Theatre in London

Horace Walpole, Fourth Earl of Orford, (1919). Horatio Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford (1717-1797), also known as Horace Walpole, was an English art historian, man of letters

Proposed London Bridge, London, 1802. Artist
Proposed London Bridge, London, 1802. View of the proposed improvements to the Port of London showing George Dances proposed double bridge as a replacement to the old London Bridge

Interior of the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Less, City of London, 1839. The interior of the church was remodelled to an octagonal design by George Dance the Younger in 1793

George Dance the Younger, 1798. Artist: Thomas Lawrence
George Dance the Younger, 1798. Portrait of the well-known artist and architect, in his late fifties, against a dark background

Interior of General Post Office, Lombard Street, London, 1809 Artist: Augustus Wall
Interior view of sorting office in the General Post Office, Lombard Street, London, 1809. Shows men sitting at desks in red coats and men at a large table in green coats sorting letters

George Dance, c1780-1811. Artist: Nathaniel Dance-Holland
George Dance, c1780-1811

Double London Bridge proposed for London, 1800. Artist: George Dance
Double London Bridge proposed by George Dance the Younger as part of general improvements to the Port of London, 1800. Each bridge has a drawbridge

Theatre Royal, Bath, Avon. Baths Theatre Royal was built in 1863. Designed by George Dance, Baths Theatre Royal first opened its doors in 1805.The building was destroyed by a fire in 1862 but was

George Dance the Younger, (1741-1825), English architect, surveyor and a portraitist, 1798. (1914)
George Dance the Younger, (1741-1825), English architect, surveyor and a portraitist, 1798. After an original work by Sir Thomas Lawrence (1769-1830). From The Connoisseur Vol

Thomas Mudge, English horologist, 1795. Artist: Baker
Thomas Mudge, English horologist, 1795. Born at Exeter, Devon, Mudge (1717-1794) was apprenticed to the eminent clockmaker George Graham (1742?-1751)

St Lukes Hospital, Old Street, London, 1808-1811. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
St Lukes Hospital, Old Street, London, 1808-1811. Female patients in their day gallery. St Lukes Hospital was a lunatic asylum designed by the architect George Dance jnr (1741-1825)

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"George Dance Jnr: A Visionary Architect Shaping London's Landscape" Step into the world of George Dance Jnr, a prominent figure in London's architectural history during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born in 1741, Dance left an indelible mark on the cityscape with his innovative designs and grand visions. One of his notable achievements was the Egyptian Hall, an iconic structure that stood proudly in Mansion House from 1795 to 1825. This magnificent building showcased Dance's ability to blend classical elements with exotic influences, captivating all who entered its doors. Thomas Hearne captured Dance's essence through a portrait dating back to around 1902. The unknown artist skillfully depicted his dignified presence and intellectual prowess, reflecting his significant contributions to architecture. Dance collaborated with renowned artists like M. A. Rooker, A. R. A. , whose work from 1793 showcases their shared passion for capturing London's beauty through artistry. Their collaboration brought forth stunning visual representations of landmarks such as St Bartholomew-the-Less Church and the proposed London Bridge in 1802. Not limited to architecture alone, it also had a keen interest in historical preservation. His involvement with Horace Walpole, Fourth Earl of Orford in preserving Newgate Prison's Debtors Door is testament to this commitment towards conserving pieces of London's past for future generations. The visionary architect even dared to reimagine structures like Double London Bridge proposed for London in 1800. Through his artistic vision and technical expertise, he envisioned a bridge that would have transformed the cityscape forever. Dance’s influence extended beyond physical structures; he played a pivotal role in shaping cultural spaces too. The Theatre Royal Bath stands as one such example where he lent his expertise to create an enchanting venue for theatrical performances that still captivates audiences today.