Henry Percy Collection

Death of Henry Percy (Harry Hotspur) at the Battle of Shrewsbury, 21 July 1403, (c1860). Together with his uncle, Thomas Percy

Prince Henry, Hotspur and Falstaff (Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part 1, Act 5, Scene 4), first published 1796; reissued 1852

Meeting of the British Archaeological Association at Shrewsbury, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Meeting of the British Archaeological Association at Shrewsbury, 1860. Stone pulpit of the Abbey; Tudor houses and shops; effigy of Hotspur Battlefield Church; Shrewsbury Battlefield; Haighmond [sic]

Dispute between Hotspur, Glendower, Mortimer and Worcester, 1784. Creator: Henry Fuseli
Dispute between Hotspur, Glendower, Mortimer and Worcester, 1784

The Coming of Age of Lord Warkworth (engraving)
1614916 The Coming of Age of Lord Warkworth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coming of Age of Lord Warkworth)

The Earl of Northumberland at High Mass in the Chapel at Conway Castle taking his
1073640 The Earl of Northumberland at High Mass in the Chapel at Conway Castle taking his treacherous and fatal oath, facsimile copy from Le Prinse et Mort du Roy Richart by Jean Creton

The Dispute between Hotspur, Worcester, Mortimer and Glendower, 1784 (oil on canvas)
BIR102643 The Dispute between Hotspur, Worcester, Mortimer and Glendower, 1784 (oil on canvas) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825)

"Then leaving life, Earl Percy took the dead man by the hand"
984706 " Then leaving life, Earl Percy took the dead man by the hand", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Groome

Richard II betrayed at Penmaur Rhos and taken prisoner by the Duke of Northumberland
1073650 Richard II betrayed at Penmaur Rhos and taken prisoner by the Duke of Northumberland, facsimile copy from Le Prinse et Mort du Roy Richart by Jean Creton

Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland (engraving)
666333 Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland)

Interior of Conway Castle and the Earl of Northumberland delivering his false message to
1073641 Interior of Conway Castle and the Earl of Northumberland delivering his false message to Richard II, facsimile copy from Le Prinse et Mort du Roy Richart by Jean Creton

Henry Percy, (Duke of Northumberland) (engraving)
978712 Henry Percy, (Duke of Northumberland) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Percy, (Duke of Northumberland)

Arrest of King Richard, illustration from Cassell
STC385269 Arrest of King Richard, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Great banquet at Alnwick Castle to celebrate the coming of age of Lord Warkworth
6014100 Great banquet at Alnwick Castle to celebrate the coming of age of Lord Warkworth, grandson of the Duke of Northumberland, 1892 (litho) by English School

The Hunting of Chevy Chase, 1826. Creator: Edwin Henry Landseer
The Hunting of Chevy Chase, 1826

James Earl of Douglas Wins Sir Henry Percys Pennon... 1388, c1456, (1946). Creator: Unknown
James Earl of Douglas Wins Sir Henry Percys Pennon During the Fight Before Newcastle, 1388, c1456, (1946). The Battle of Otterburn took place in Northumberland in August 1388

Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English nobleman Henry Percy, 9th Earl of Northumberland (1564-1632)

Portrait of Henry Percy, from Lodges British Portraits, 1823 (litho)
KW178289 Portrait of Henry Percy, from Lodges British Portraits, 1823 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Percy, 9th. Earl of Northumberland, 1564-1632)

Earl of Northumberland delivering his false message to Richard II, Conway Castle, 19th Century
Interior of Conway Caste and the Earl of Northumberland delivering his false messafe to Richard II, facsimile copy from Le Prinse et mort du Roy Richart by Jean Creton reprinted 19th Century

Richard II betrayed at Penmaur Rhos and taken prisoner by the Duke of Northumberland, 19th Century
Richard II betrayed at Penmaur Rhos and taken prisoner by the Duke of Northumberland, facsimile copy from Le Prinse et mort du Roy Richart by Jean Creton reprinted 19th Century (colour lithograph)

Death of Harry Hotspur (Sir Henry Percy), Shrewsbury, Shropshire, 1403 (1864). Artist
Death of Harry Hotspur (Sir Henry Percy), Shrewsbury, Shropshire, 1403 (1864). Together with his uncle, Thomas Percy, Hotspur (1364-1403)

Anne Boleyn and Henry Percy. Private Collection

Otterburn - The Advance of Hotspur, (1388), c1910
Otterburn - The Advance of Hotspur, c1910. Sir Henry Percy (1364-1403), commonly known as Sir Harry Hotspur, was known as one of the most valiant knights of his day

Henry Percy, 9th Earl of Northumberland, (1824). Artist: John Samuel Agar
Henry Percy, 9th Earl of Northumberland, (1824). Percys (1564-1632) estates of Petworth House and Syon House were acquired on his marriage to Dorothy Devereux, the sister of Robert Devereux

Lucy, Countess of Carlisle, and Dorothy Percys Visit to their Father Lord Percy... c1831. Artist: JMW Turner
Lucy, Countess of Carlisle, and Dorothy Percys Visit to their Father Lord Percy, when under Attainder, c1831. Lucy Hay, Countess of Carlisle and her sister, Dorothy Percy, visiting their father

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Henry Percy, also known as Harry Hotspur, was a prominent figure in English history during the 14th and 15th centuries. He is best remembered for his role in the Battle of Shrewsbury, where he met his untimely death on July 21, 1403. This tragic event is depicted in a captivating painting from around 1860. Percy's story has been immortalized by William Shakespeare in his play "King Henry, " where he shares the stage with Prince Henry and Falstaff. The tension between these characters adds depth to the narrative and showcases Percy's significance. Another fascinating artwork by Henry Fuseli portrays a dispute between Hotspur, Glendower, Mortimer, and Worcester. This piece captures the intensity of their disagreements and highlights Percy's involvement in political conflicts during that time. In contrast to these intense moments, there are depictions of more peaceful occasions such as Lord Warkworth's coming-of-age celebration. These engravings symbolize hope for the future generation amidst turbulent times. The Earl of Northumberland attending High Mass at Conway Castle demonstrates Percy's devotion to religion despite being embroiled in power struggles. His faith played an essential role in shaping his character. One particularly striking oil painting shows another dispute involving Hotspur alongside Worcester, Mortimer, and Glendower. The artist skillfully conveys their conflicting personalities through vivid brushstrokes. A poignant quote - "Then leaving life, Earl Percy took the dead man by hand" - encapsulates both bravery and tragedy surrounding Percy's demise on the battlefield. Additionally, historical events like Richard II being betrayed at Penmaur Rhos by Northumberland further highlight this nobleman's complex involvement within English politics during this era. Various engravings depict different aspects of Henry Percy’s life; one showcases him as Earl of Northumberland while another reveals him delivering a false message inside Conway Castle.