Henry St John Collection

Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke, 1678-1751
5614334 Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke, 1678-1751; (add.info.: Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke, 1678-1751. English politician, government official and political philosopher)

Henry St. John, Viscount Bolingbroke, c1710, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Henry St. John, Viscount Bolingbroke, c1710, (c1884). Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke (1678-1751), English politician, government official during reign of Queen Anne

Henry St John, Viscount Bolingbroke (litho)
5991524 Henry St John, Viscount Bolingbroke (litho) by Rigaud, Hyacinthe (1659-1743) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry St John, Viscount Bolingbroke)

Henry St John, Late Lord Viscount Bolingbroke (engraving)
964896 Henry St John, Late Lord Viscount Bolingbroke (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry St John, Late Lord Viscount Bolingbroke)

Henry St. John (Afterwards Viscount Bolingbroke) (engraving)
664182 Henry St. John (Afterwards Viscount Bolingbroke) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry St. John (Afterwards Viscount Bolingbroke)

Decaying remains of Bolingbroke House, Battersea (b / w photo)
3637709 Decaying remains of Bolingbroke House, Battersea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Decaying remains of Bolingbroke House, Battersea)

Sir Henry St. John Mildmay, 1841. Creator: Richard James Lane
Sir Henry St. John Mildmay, 1841. Portrait of British politician Sir Henry St John Mildmay (1787-1848), dandy, MP for Winchester

St. John Lord Bolinbroke, c1750s. Creator: Simon FranSois Ravenet
St. John Lord Bolinbroke, c1750s. Portrait of English politician and philosopher Henry St John, Viscount of Bolingbroke (1678-1751)

Part of a letter from Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke, early 18th century, (1840). Part of a letter from the Right Honorable Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke, to Jonathan Swift

Henry St John, Viscount of Bolingbroke, English politician and philosopher, 18th century (c1905). Bolingbroke was one of the intellectual leaders of the Country party whose ideas on liberty

Letter from Henry St John to George Clarke, 27th June 1715. Artist: Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke
Letter from Henry St John, Viscount Bolingbroke, to George Clarke, formerly Secretary at War, 27th June 1715. Letter written from Belle Vue near Lyons

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"Henry St. John: A Man of Many Faces and Talents" Henry St. John, Viscount Bolingbroke, was a prominent figure in the early 18th century. His life and accomplishments are captured through various mediums such as paintings, engravings, and letters. In an intriguing c1710 oil on canvas portrait, we catch a glimpse of Henry St. John's visage - his piercing eyes reflecting both intelligence and determination. This image provides us with a window into the world of this influential English politician and philosopher. Another lithograph showcases him in all his glory as Viscount Bolingbroke, exuding confidence and authority. The artist skillfully captures his essence, emphasizing his status as a nobleman. A decaying photograph reveals the remnants of Bolingbroke House in Battersea - perhaps symbolic of the passage of time but also serving as a reminder that even great men are subject to decay. One engraving depicts Henry St. John during his earlier years before becoming Viscount Bolingbroke - hinting at the transformative journey he embarked upon throughout his lifetime. Amongst these visual representations lies evidence of Henry St. John's intellectual prowess through letters exchanged with notable figures like George Clarke and Abbe Alari. These correspondences shed light on his philosophical musings and political insights that shaped not only himself but also those around him. Sir Henry St. John Mildmay's portrayal by Richard James Lane serves as yet another testament to this man's influence on society during the mid-19th century – showcasing how far-reaching his legacy truly was. Simon François Ravenet’s depiction from the 1750s further immortalizes Lord Bolinbroke’s impact on history – capturing both elegance and power within one frame. Hyacinthe Rigaud’s artwork from c1905 encapsulates Lord Bolinbroke’s refined demeanor while highlighting his contributions to politics and philosophy during England’s 18th century. Henry St.