John Boydell Collection

View near Limehouse Bridge, London, looking down the River Thames, 1751

Shepherds in Arcadia, 1789. Creators: Thomas Kirk, John Boydell, Josiah Boydell
Shepherds in Arcadia, 1789

The Infant Shakespeare Attended by Nature and the Passions, published 1799

The King George Disabled... 1753. Creator: John Boydell
The King George Disabled... 1753

View of the church Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice, 1749. Creator: Thomas Bowles
View of the church Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice, 1749. A View of the Place [Piazza] & Church of St. John & St. Paul at Venice, & near them the Monastery of St

View of the interior of the Temple Church in London, 1750. Creator: Anon
View of the interior of the Temple Church in London, 1750. Church built by the Knights Templar as their English headquarters, consecrated in 1185

View of the village of Shepperton, 1752. Creator: John Boydell
View of the village of Shepperton, 1752. In the foreground, a cargo boat is pulled by five horses

Hamlet, Horatio, Marcellus and the Ghost, 1796. Creator: Robert Thew
Hamlet, Horatio, Marcellus and the Ghost, 1796. Scene from Shakespeare's Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, Act I, Scene IV, The Platform before the Palace of Elsineur: Hamlet

The Witches Appear to Macbeth and Banquo, 1798. Creator: James Caldwall
The Witches Appear to Macbeth and Banquo, 1798. Shakspeare, Macbeth, Act I, Scene III

Figure holding a sword with their back hunched (after one of Boydell's Shakespear... ca. 1800-1899. Creator: Anon)
Figure holding a sword with their back hunched (after one of Boydell's Shakespeare), ca. 1800-1899

View of Ratcliff, n.d. Creator: John Boydell
View of Ratcliff, n.d

John Boydell Monument to Shakespeare in the New Place Great Garden, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

Fragment Entitled "William Penns Treaty with the Indians", England, c. 1785
Fragment Entitled " William Penns Treaty with the Indians", England, c. 1785. Quaker leader Penn in a meeting with Native Americans

A View of New Palace Yard Westminster (engraving)
610973 A View of New Palace Yard Westminster (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Alderman Boydell (engraving)
729708 Portrait of Alderman Boydell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Alderman Boydell, the celebrated promoter of the Arts)

A Peep into the Shakespeare Gallery, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1791
NCO191715 A Peep into the Shakespeare Gallery, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1791 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

A view taken near Mr Smiths House at Battersea, looking up the Thames (engraving)
582146 A view taken near Mr Smiths House at Battersea, looking up the Thames (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Invitation from the Lady Mayoress of London to a ball at the Mansion House, 12 April 1791
6032806 Invitation from the Lady Mayoress of London to a ball at the Mansion House, 12 April 1791, during the mayoralty of the famous print seller John Boydell (etching) by Hamilton

John Boydell, Lord Mayor of London 1785 (engraving)
607167 John Boydell, Lord Mayor of London 1785 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Boydell)

John Boydell, Alderman of London (engraving)
607144 John Boydell, Alderman of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Boydell, Alderman of London)

Mr West and Family by G.s and J. G Facius, printed in London by John Boydell
1764002 Mr West and Family by G.S and J.G Facius, printed in London by John Boydell, 1779 (coloured stipple engraving) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820) (after); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Horse Guards (engraving)
611192 Horse Guards (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horse Guards. Published 1772.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Edward the Martyr, 1773. Creator: Andrea Casali
Edward the Martyr, 1773

Joseph interpreting the dreams of Pharoahs chief butler and baker, 1766. Formerly said to be after Jusepe de Ribera

Guercino Self-Portrait, 1790-99. Creator: Francesco Bartolozzi
Guercino Self-Portrait, 1790-99

Virgin and Child, 1775. Creator: Unknown
Virgin and Child, 1775

The Prodigal Son (Houghton Gallery), 1781. Creator: Simon Francois Ravenet
The Prodigal Son (Houghton Gallery), 1781. After Salvator Rosa

Three Soldiers, 1766-67. Creator: Richard Earlom
Three Soldiers, 1766-67. After Salvator Rosa

Head in Profile of Prodigal Son, 1766. Creator: Richard Earlom
Head in Profile of Prodigal Son, 1766. After Salvator Rosa

Girl and Pigs, 1783. Creator: Richard Earlom
Girl and Pigs, 1783. After Thomas Gainsborough

Seaport with Sailors Loading Merchandise, 1774. Creator: Richard Earlom
Seaport with Sailors Loading Merchandise, 1774. After Claude Lorrain

Landscape with Figures, 1774. Creator: Richard Earlom
Landscape with Figures, 1774. After Claude Lorrain

Landscape with Cupid and Psyche, 1776. Creator: Richard Earlom
Landscape with Cupid and Psyche, 1776. After Claude Lorrain

Christ Summoning Peter and Andrew, 1776. Creator: Richard Earlom
Christ Summoning Peter and Andrew, 1776. Matthew 4:18. After Claude Lorrain

A Collection of Etchings and Engravings in Imitation of Drawings from Various Old Masters, Being Facsimiles of Their Respective Performances, Chiefly by Arthur Pond, & Charles Knapton

King Lear, 1783. Creator: William Sharp
King Lear, 1783

The Virgin in prayer, looking at the sleeping infant Christ, in an oval frame, after Reni, 1765

Gunhilda accused of adultery, 1760. Creator: Simon Francois Ravenet
Gunhilda accused of adultery, 1760. [Gunhilda, Empress of Germany, daughter of Canute King of England, having been accused of adultery and treated as guilty by the Emperor, is defended by her Page

Dogs and Still Life, 1778. Creators: Pierre-Charles Canot, Joseph Farington
Dogs and Still Life, 1778

Portrait of Helena Fourment, with a young page behind her, 1782

A Blacksmiths Shop, August 25, 1771. Creator: Richard Earlom
A Blacksmiths Shop, August 25, 1771

The Virgin seated with the infant Christ sleeping in her lap, Saint Elizabeth at right, an oval composition, after Reni, 1776

Miranda (Shakespeare, The Tempest, Act 1, Scene 2), 1784. Creator: Caroline Watson
Miranda (Shakespeare, The Tempest, Act 1, Scene 2), 1784

Garrick Speaking the Jubilee Ode, 1784. Creator: Caroline Watson
Garrick Speaking the Jubilee Ode, 1784

Bacchus accompanied by a Bacchante and a faun, 1768. Creators: Carlo Faucci
Bacchus accompanied by a Bacchante and a faun, 1768

Liber Veritatis: No. 7, An Island Scene of a Mountainous Country with Cattle, 1774

Liber Veritatis: No. 145, A Landscape, with Figures, Simon brought before Priam, 1776

Liber Veritatis: No. 133, A Landscape, with Cattle, and the Angel Comforting Hagar, 1776

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John Boydell: A Visionary Patron of Art and Culture Step into the world of John Boydell, a prominent figure in 18th-century London who left an indelible mark on the art scene. Born in 1719, Boydell's passion for art led him to become one of the most influential print sellers and patrons of his time. With a keen eye for capturing the essence of London's beauty, Boydell commissioned various artists to depict iconic views such as Limehouse Bridge. In his engraving "View near Limehouse Bridge, London, looking down the River Thames, " he skillfully captured the bustling energy that flowed through this vibrant city. Boydell's love for Shakespeare was unparalleled. His dedication to immortalizing the Bard is evident in his monumental tribute located at New Place Great Garden in Stratford-upon-Avon. This awe-inspiring monument stands as a testament to both Shakespeare's enduring legacy and Boydell's unwavering commitment to promoting artistic excellence. Not limited to landscapes or monuments alone, Boydell also delved into historical scenes with great finesse. The fragment entitled "William Penns Treaty with the Indians" showcases his ability to transport viewers back in time while evoking emotions through intricate engravings. As an esteemed member of society, it comes as no surprise that Boydell held prestigious positions like Lord Mayor of London and Alderman. Portraits depicting him exude dignity and authority; they offer glimpses into his influential role within both political and artistic circles. Boydell was not only passionate about showcasing art but also fostering its appreciation among all walks of life. His publication "A Peep into the Shakespeare Gallery" allowed people from diverse backgrounds access to cultural experiences previously reserved for elites. His love affair with London extended beyond its famous landmarks; he found beauty even in everyday scenes like Battersea House overlooking the Thames.