Monteagle Collection

Gunpowder Letter Betrays
The conspirators and the letter sent to Lord Monteagle which led to their discovery

Mary, Lady Monteagle, c1538-1540 (1945). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Mary, Lady Monteagle, c1538-1540 (1945). Lady Mary Brandon, Baroness Monteagle (1510-1540/1544), was an English noblewoman, and the daughter of Charles Brandon, 1st Duke of Suffolk

Sir Walter Raleigh laying his cape over a puddle for Queen Elizabeth I at Greenwich. She wears a bonnet, huge lace ruff collar, puff sleeves and hoop dress

Fawkes / Monteagle Letter
Anonymous letter sent to Lord Monteagle warning him not to attend parliament (this alerted the government to the plot)

William Parker (Lord Monteagle), receiving letter of warning of the plot, 1605. Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due

Monteagle House
near St Saviours church, Southwark, south London. Date: 1808

Thomas Spring-Rice - 3
THOMAS SPRING-RICE, first baron Monteagle Irish statesman with his autograph Date: 1790 - 1866

Thomas Spring-Rice - 1
THOMAS SPRING-RICE, first baron Monteagle Irish statesman Date: 1790 - 1866

Thomas Spring-Rice - 2
Thomas Spring-Rice (1790 - 1866), first baron Monteagle Irish statesman

Drawings Prints, Print, Another, Peep, into, Play-Ground, You re, none, my, child
Drawings and Prints, Print, Another Peep into the Play-Ground - You re none of my child, HB Sketches, No. 566, Subject, Subject, Subject, Subject, Subject, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Subject

Drawings Prints, Print, Laocoon, Classical Subject, HB Sketches, No. 526, Subject
Drawings and Prints, Print, Laocoon: A Classical Subject, HB Sketches, No. 526, Subject, Lithographer, Artist, Publisher, Subject, Subject, Henry Peter, 1st Baron Brougham and Vaux

Drawings Prints, Print, Dispersion Thimble Rig, HB Sketches, No. 330, Subject, Publisher
Drawings and Prints, Print, Dispersion of the Thimble Rig, HB Sketches, No. 330, Subject, Subject, Subject, Subject, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Subject, William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne

Drawings Prints, Print, Thimble Rig, Scene Derby, HB Sketches, No. 329, Subject, Publisher
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Thimble Rig: A Scene from the Derby, HB Sketches, No. 329, Subject, Subject, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Subject, John Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl Spencer

Lord Monteagle, 1873
LORD MONTEAGLE, 1873

The Rt. Hon. Baron Monteagle, Seconder of the Address in the House of Lords, Uk, 1873 Engraving

The Rt. Hon. Baron Monteagle, Seconder of the Address in the House of Lords, Uk, 1873 Engraving

TN, South Cumberland State Park. 12 foot Sycamore Falls at the bottom of Fiery Gizzard Gorge is serene hiking destination in Grundy forest

NIAGARA FALLS HOTEL, 1863. Monteagle House Hotel at Niagara Falls, New York. Wood engraving, English, 1863

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"Unraveling the Secrets of Monteagle: From Gunpowder Letters to Noble Acts" Step into the intriguing world of Monteagle, where hidden stories and historical events come alive. In 1538-1540, artist Hans Holbein the Younger immortalized Mary, Lady Monteagle in a captivating portrait that still mesmerizes viewers today. But it was not just art that defined this noble family. Sir Walter Raleigh's chivalrous act of laying his cape over a puddle for Lady Monteagle showcased their esteemed reputation and gallantry. However, it was a letter addressed to Lord Monteagle in 1605 that would change history forever. This fateful correspondence led to the discovery of The Gunpowder Plot, an infamous conspiracy against King James I. Frederick George Netherclift's artistic rendition captures the gravity of this pivotal moment. Lord William Parker (Monteagle) received this crucial warning letter about the plot, becoming instrumental in thwarting its deadly intentions. His bravery and vigilance saved countless lives and ensured justice prevailed. The legacy extends beyond individuals; it encompasses grandeur as well. The magnificent Monteagle House stands tall as a testament to their prominence throughout generations. One notable figure associated with this illustrious name is Thomas Spring-Rice - an influential statesman who left an indelible mark on British politics during his time in office from 1835 to 1849. His contributions shaped society and governance for years to come. Delving deeper into history reveals another fascinating aspect – the Fawkes/Monteagle Letter connection. Drawings Prints offers us a glimpse into this intricate web through their print titled "Another Peep into Play-Ground. " It reminds us that sometimes truth hides behind innocent facades. Intriguingly, Drawings Prints also presents "Laocoon, " showcasing classical subjects intertwined with HB Sketches No. 526 Subject – a testament to the diverse interests and influences that shaped Monteagle's world.