Gough Square Collection

Dr. Johnsons House, no. 17 Gough Square (engraving)
655103 Dr. Johnsons House, no. 17 Gough Square (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr. Johnsons House, no. 17 Gough Square)

Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, London (photo)
582563 Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square)

Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, Fleet Street (b / w photo)
2803299 Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, Fleet Street (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, Fleet Street)

Gough Square (engraving)
3636103 Gough Square (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gough Square. Illustration for Old)

Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, Fleet Street (chromolitho)
966362 Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, Fleet Street (chromolitho) by Sargeant, Waldo (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnsons House, Gough Square, Fleet Street)

Gough Square (litho)
6024873 Gough Square (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gough Square. Illustration for London City by W J Loftie, illustrated by W Luker Jr (Leadenhall Press)

Dr Johnsons House, threatened with Destruction (litho)
1604613 Dr Johnsons House, threatened with Destruction (litho) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnsons House, threatened with Destruction)

The Ghosts of Gough Square (engraving)
1063324 The Ghosts of Gough Square (engraving) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ghosts of Gough Square)

City of London EC4A 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of City of London EC4A 3

Holy Trinity Church, Gough Square, Great New Street, City of London, 1838. Artist
Holy Trinity Church, Gough Square, Great New Street, City of London, 1838

Johnsons Court, Fleet Street, London, 1835. Artist: Edward Francis Finden
View of Dr Samuel Johnsons house, no 17 Gough Square, off Johnsons Court, Fleet Street, London, 1835. Also with figures in the court, including a boy with hoop and a girl with a dog

Gough Square, London, 1881. Artist: John Crowther
Gough Square, London, 1881. View showing Dr Samuel Johnsons house at no 17

Dr Johnsons House, City of London, c1900 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Dr Johnsons House, City of London, c1900 (1911). Dr Johnsons House is a house museum in London, in the former home of the 18th century English writer Samuel Johnson (1709-1784)

Dr Johnsons House, 17 Gough Square, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
Dr Johnsons House, 17 Gough Square, London, 1912. The home of English lexicographer and man of letters Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), now a museum

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Gough Square, nestled in the heart of London, holds a rich history that captivates all who wander through its cobblestone streets. At its center stands Dr. Johnson's House, an iconic landmark that transports visitors back to the 18th century. No. 17 Gough Square enchants with its timeless charm, as depicted in an exquisite engraving. The intricate details showcase the grandeur of Dr. Johnson's House and evoke a sense of awe for this historical gem. A captivating photo captures the essence of Dr. Johnson's House in Gough Square, London. Its elegant facade stands tall amidst bustling Fleet Street, serving as a testament to literary greatness and intellectual pursuits. In a black-and-white photograph from yesteryears, Gough Square exudes an air of mystery and nostalgia. The image takes us on a journey through time when horse-drawn carriages traversed these very streets. Another enchanting lithograph showcases Gough Square bathed in vibrant colors under the warm glow of sunlight filtering through ancient buildings along Fleet Street, and is impossible not to be drawn into this picturesque scene. An intriguing lithograph depicts Dr. Johnson's House threatened with destruction – a reminder that even historic treasures are not immune to change or progress but must be fiercely protected for future generations to appreciate their significance. The Ghosts come alive in an evocative engraving - specters from centuries past whisper tales of literary brilliance and intellectual discourse that once filled these hallowed grounds. A map reveals City of London EC4A3 where Gough Square resides - inviting explorers to uncover hidden gems within this vibrant district while immersing themselves in its storied past. Holy Trinity Church graces Great New Street within Gough Square; captured by an artist’s brushstroke in 1838 it serves as a spiritual sanctuary amidst the hustle and bustle surrounding it—a tranquil oasis steeped in history.