James Thornhill Collection (#2)

The Painted Hall, Greenwich Hospital, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
The Painted Hall, Greenwich Hospital, (c1878). Visitors in the Hall, the ceiling and end wall of which were painted between 1707-1726 by Sir James Thornhill

George Frederick Handel, c1720, (1919)
George Frederick Handel, (1919). German baroque composer Handel (1685-1759) lived much of his life in England, where he composed his masterpiece, Messiah

John Rosedale, mariner, exhibitor of the hall of Greenwich Hospital, 1807. Artist
John Rosedale, mariner, exhibitor of the hall of Greenwich Hospital, 1807. An old sailor points with a pointer at a large decoration by JamesThornhill

Constellations of Hercules, Corona and Lyra, 1729. Plate 21 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Ophiucus, 1729. Plate 22 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Libra, 1729. Plate 7 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Aquarius, 1729. Plate 9 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Taurus, 1729. Plate 2 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Pegasus, 1729. Plate 25 From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellations of Gemini and Canis Minor, 1729. From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellations of Monoceros, Canis Major and Canis Minor, 1729. Plate 13 From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Cetus (the Whale), 1729
Constellation of Cetus (the whale), 1729. From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellations of Perseus and Andromeda, 1729. From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

The Ceiling of the Aldermens Court Room, 1886. Artist: Sir James Thornhill
The Ceiling of the Aldermens Court Room, 1886. Lithographic print from the Discriptive Account of the Guildhall of the City of London, 1886

The Grand Staircase, Showing Thornhills Wall Paintings, Stoke Edith, c1909. Mural painted, by James Thornhill, representing the death of the children of Niobe c1710

The ceiling of the Aldermens Court Room, Guildhall, City of London, 18th century (1886). The ceiling was painted by Sir James Thornhill

Lady Thornhill, (1799). Later copy of a portrait of by Hogarth of his mother-in-law who would have been born in the late 17th century. Illustration from The Connoisseur, (November 1901)

Sir James Thornhills house, 75 Dean Street, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
Sir James Thornhills house, 75 Dean Street, London, 1912. The home of English artist James Thornhill (1675-1734). Illustration from Famous Houses and Literary Shrines of London, by John Adcock

The House of Commons in Sir Robert Walpoles administration
The House of Commons in Sir Robert Walpoles Administration. The Right Honorable Arthur Onslow in the Speakers chair, Sir Robert Walpole at his right hand

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Sir James Thornhill was a renowned British artist who left an indelible mark on the world of art. His talent and creativity are evident in his various works, including "Saint Paul and Barnabas at Lystra, " where he skillfully captures the biblical scene with intricate details that transport viewers to another time. In "Deifying of Horofilia, " Thornhill showcases his ability to depict mythological themes, bringing them to life through vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes. The painting exudes a sense of grandeur as gods and goddesses gather around Horofilia, creating an ethereal atmosphere. Thornhill's versatility is further demonstrated in "Edmond Nicholas" and "Grinling Gibbons, " where he masterfully captures the essence of these individuals through portraiture. Each stroke reveals their unique personalities, making the paintings come alive with depth and emotion. "Bacchus and Ariadne" is a testament to Thornhill's ability to create captivating narratives within his artwork. The composition tells a story of love, betrayal, and redemption, all beautifully portrayed through his expert use of light and shadow. "Moses and the Tables of Law" showcases Thornhill's mastery in capturing religious scenes with great reverence. The painting radiates spirituality as Moses receives divine commandments from above, highlighting Thornhill's deep understanding of faith. Thornhill also excelled in decorative arts as seen in "Wall Decoration with Story of Egeria & Numa Pompilius. " Here he seamlessly blends mythology with history while adorning walls with exquisite designs that enhance any space they adorn. His talent extends beyond traditional paintings into frescoes like "Design for Ceiling Fresco: Apollo and the Muses with Minerva Destroying Ignorance. " This piece exemplifies Thornhill's ability to merge classical themes with allegorical elements while showcasing his technical prowess on large-scale projects.