Henry Meyer Collection

Charles Lennox, 4th Duke of Richmond, 1807. Creator: Henry Meyer
Charles Lennox, 4th Duke of Richmond, 1807

Leopold George Christian Frederick, Duke of Saxony, 1816 (engraving)
5912689 Leopold George Christian Frederick, Duke of Saxony, 1816 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Leopold George Christian Frederick, Duke of Saxony)

Lieutenant General Honorable C. W. Stewart. Creator: Henry Meyer (British, 1782-1847)
Lieutenant General Honorable C. W. Stewart

Lieutenant General Sir Rufane Shawe Donkin, K. C. B. & G. C. H. 1841. Creators: William Holl
Lieutenant General Sir Rufane Shawe Donkin, K.C.B. & G.C.H. 1841. Portrait of Sir Rufane Shaw Donkin (1773-1841), British soldier and colonial administrator

P. J. De Loutherbourg, R. A. (c1900). Creator: Unknown
P.J. De Loutherbourg, R.A. (c1900). Portrait of French artist Philip James de Loutherbourg (1740-1812) who was artistic advisor at the Drury Lane Theatre in London from 1771-1781

The Reverend John Evans M. A. 1812. Artist: Henry Meyer
The Reverend John Evans M.A. 1812. Author of A Sketch of the Denominations of the Christian world : to which is prefixed an outline of atheism, deism, theophilanthropism, Judaism, and Mahometanism

Thomas Gainsborough, 1810. Artist: Henry Meyer
Thomas Gainsborough, 1810, taken from an original picture painted by himself

Military figure wearing the uniform of the first regiment of Loyal London Volunteers, 1797

Lord Mayor of London, John Thomas Thorp, dressed for a royal coronation, 1821. Artist
Lord Mayor of London, John Thomas Thorp, dressed in his coronation robe, ostrich feather hat and mace for the coronation of King George IV, 1821

Exeter Change, 1817. Artist: Henry Meyer
Exeter Change, 1817. Shows tigers in a cage, probably in crosss menagerie, which was housed in Exeter Change, Westminster, London. A boy is holding up a small child at the cage

Gentleman in cerimonial costume, 1826. Artist: Henry Meyer
Gentleman in cerimonial costume, 1826. The gentleman of the Kings Privy Chamber is in full ceremonial costume for the coronation of King George IV, 19 July 1821

Lieutenant General Honorable C W Stewart Henry Meyer
Lieutenant General Honorable C. W. Stewart. Henry Meyer (British, 1782-1847). Mezzotint

Psyche, c19th century. Artist: Henry Meyer
Psyche, c19th century. After John Hoppner (1758-1810). From The Connoisseur Vol. XXIV. [Otto Limited, London, 1909]

Sir Thomas Munro (1761-1827), Scottish soldier and statesman, 19th century. Artist: Henry Meyer
Sir Thomas Munro (1761-1827), Scottish soldier and statesman, 19th century

The Proposal, c1819, (1909). Artist: Henry Meyer
The Proposal, c1819. An engraving by Henry Meyer (1780-1847) after an original work by George Henry Harlow (1787-1819). From The Connoisseur, Vol. XXIII by [Otto Limited, London, 1909]

Thomas Graham, 1st Baron Lynedoch, Scottish politician and soldier, 1831. Artist: Henry Meyer
Thomas Graham, 1st Baron Lynedoch, Scottish politician and soldier, 1831. Graham (1748-1843) fought in the Peninsular War (1808-1814)

Correggio, 19th century. Artist: Henry Meyer
Correggio, 19th century. Later engraving after a self-portrait of the Italian painter (1489-1534)

Blaise Pascal, 17th century French philosopher, mathematician, physicist and theologian, c1830. Artist: Henry Meyer
Blaise Pascal, 17th century French philosopher, mathematician, physicist and theologian, c1830. Credited with founding the modern theory of probability

Thomas Graham, Baron Lynedoch (1748-1843), British soldier, 1831. Artist: Henry Meyer
Thomas Graham, Baron Lynedoch (1748-1843), British soldier, 1831. Graham fought in the Peninsular War (1808-1814) and was aide-de-camp to General Sir John Moore at the evacuation of Moores army

George Murray (1772-1846), Scottish general and statesman, 1831. Artist: Henry Meyer
George Murray (1772-1846), Scottish general and statesman, 1831. After a distinguished military career in the Napoleonic Wars, Murray was appointed Lieutenant-General of Upper Canada in 1815

Henry Meyer after John Hoppner, British (c. 1782-1847), Selina, Countess of Huntindon, 1815, etching and aquatint

France, Paris, Giving the Statue of Liberty to United States ambassador by Henry Meyer, drawing, 1884
France, 19th century. Paris. Giving the Statue of Liberty to the United States ambassador. Drawing by Henry Meyer, 1884

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Henry Meyer was a talented British artist known for his exquisite engravings and portraits. His attention to detail and skillful technique are evident in his works, which capture the essence of each subject with precision. One of Meyer's notable creations is an engraving of Leopold George Christian Frederick, Duke of Saxony, dating back to 1816. This piece showcases Meyer's ability to portray regal figures with grace and elegance. In another portrait titled "Lieutenant General Honorable C. W. Stewart, " Meyer demonstrates his talent for capturing military figures in all their glory. The intricate details on the uniform and the commanding presence of the subject make this artwork truly remarkable. Meyer also ventured into religious portraiture, as seen in his depiction of Rev. Thomas Gisborne, M. A. , created around 1814. The solemn expression on Gisborne's face reflects Meyer's ability to convey emotion through his art. Another noteworthy creation by a portrait titled "Lieutenant General Sir Rufane Shawe Donkin. " This piece showcases not only Meyer's artistic prowess but also highlights important historical figures from that era. Meyer was not limited to portraiture alone; he also excelled in depicting various scenes and landscapes. One such example is an artwork featuring P. J De Loutherbourg, R. A. , created around the turn of the century—an intriguing portrayal that captures both beauty and mystery. The Reverend John Evans M. A. , painted by Henry Meyer in 1812, exemplifies how he could bring out the personality and character traits of his subjects through careful brushstrokes or engravings. Additionally, a collaboration between Henry Meyer and Thomas Gainsborough resulted in a stunning portrait dated 1810—a testament to their combined artistic brilliance. Meyer even delved into capturing military history through artistry; one such representation depicts a military figure donning the uniform of the first regiment Loyal London Volunteers in 1797.