James Basire Collection

The action off Portsmouth (line engraving)
1579691 The action off Portsmouth (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the action off Portsmouth during founding of the Mary Rose. Engraved by James Basire)

The action off Portsmouth (line engraving)
1579692 The action off Portsmouth (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the action off Portsmouth during founding of the Mary Rose. Engraved by James Basire)

William Bowyer Younger (1699 - 1777)
2603688 William Bowyer Younger (1699 - 1777); (add.info.: William Bowyer the Younger (1699 - 1777) known as The Learned Printer, prominent English printer and author

William the Conqueror at Hastings, engraved by James Basire (1769-1822), 1816-19 (hand-coloured engraving)
1765204 William the Conqueror at Hastings, engraved by James Basire (1769-1822), 1816-19 (hand-coloured engraving) by Stothard

Sigismunda, May 5, 1790. Creator: James Basire I
Sigismunda, May 5, 1790. After William Hogarth

Thomas Morell, S. T. P. - S. S. A. February 1762. Creator: James Basire I
Thomas Morell, S.T.P.- S.S.A. February 1762. After William Hogarth

The inside prospect of the Court, the Chappel and the Hall of Beaulieu, 1786. Courtyard of the Palace of Beaulieu in Boreham, Essex. A previous house on the site was known as New Hall

View of the monument to the children of Henry III, Westminster Abbey, London, c1790

Church of St Dunstan and All Saints, Stepney, London, 1746. Artist
Church of St Dunstan and All Saints, Stepney, London, 1746. View showing figures in the churchyard. Below is an invitation to a service

Five effiigies of knights from Temple Church, London, 1786. Artist: James Basire I
Five effiigies of knights from Temple Church, London, 1786. These five lie in various poses and all are armed with sword or dagger and dressed in mail armour

London Bridge (old), London, 1830. Artist: James Basire I
Partial view of London Bridge, London, 1830, with building work underway

Dr Johnsons monument, by John Bacon, in St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1796

Proclamation of peace of the American War of Indepence, London, 1763. The upper view shows peace proclaimed at Charing Cross, and the lower view shows peace proclaimed at Temple Bar

external mouldings Tower Winds antiquities Athens
The external mouldings of the Tower of the Winds, The antiquities of Athens, Basire, James, the Elder, 1730-1802, Revett, Nicholas, 1720-1804, Stuart, James, 1713-1788, Engraving, 1762

John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury and 1st Earl of Waterford, 1811 Creator: James Basire I
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury and 1st Earl of Waterford, 1811

Margaret Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, 1811. Creator: James Basire I
Margaret Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, 1811

Frontispiece to "The Farmers Return", March 1762. Creator: James Basire I
Frontispiece to " The Farmers Return", March 1762. Sitter David Garrick. After William Hogarth

Louvre, c18th century. Artist: James Basire I
Louvre, c18th century

The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Artist: James Basire I
The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Lavishly decorated tents were constructed at the field of the Cloth of Gold, the meeting place near Calais in France

Drawings Prints, Print, Margaret Talbot, Countess Shrewsbury, Sitter, Engraver, Publisher
Drawings and Prints, Print, Margaret Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, Sitter, Engraver, Publisher, Margaret Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, James Basire, the elder, White, Cochrane, and Co

William Bowyer Younger (1699 - 1777)
William Bowyer the Younger (1699 - 1777) known as The Learned Printer, prominent English printer and author. Printer to the House of Commons (1729), the Society of Antiquaries (1726)

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James Basire (1769-1822) was a renowned engraver known for his exceptional skill and attention to detail. His works captured significant historical events, architectural marvels, and notable figures of his time. One of Basire's remarkable engravings is "William the Conqueror at Hastings, " created in 1816-19. This hand-coloured masterpiece depicts the iconic moment when William emerged victorious during the Battle of Hastings. Through intricate lines and shading, Basire brings this pivotal event to life, showcasing his mastery as an artist. Another notable work by Basire is "Sigismunda" from May 5, 1790. In this creation, he captures the essence of tragedy and heartbreak through his artistry. The emotional depth portrayed in Sigismunda's face reveals Basire's ability to convey complex emotions through his engravings. Basire also immortalized Thomas Morell, S. T. P. - S. S. A. , in February 1762. With precision and finesse, he etched Morell's likeness onto paper, preserving the memory of this esteemed individual for generations to come. In addition to capturing people on paper, Basire also depicted grand structures such as Beaulieu Court with its chapel and hall in a stunning engraving from 1786. The level of intricacy displayed in every archway and window demonstrates Basire's commitment to accuracy while showcasing the beauty of these architectural wonders. Basire didn't shy away from illustrating darker moments either; one example being the scene depicting Thomas Thynnes' murder on Pall Mall in Westminster during London Bridge (old), London around 1682 (c1775). Despite its gruesome subject matter, it showcases Basires' ability to capture intense scenes with great detail. The Church of St Dunstan and All Saints in Stepney is another impressive piece by James Basire dating back to 1746.