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Nicholas Rowe Collection

Nicholas Rowe, a renowned playwright and poet, left an indelible mark on the theatrical world with his captivating works

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Ouglitch; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Ouglitch; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Ouglitch; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Isadij, on the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Isadij, on the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Isadij, on the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Wayside Inn in Russia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Wayside Inn in Russia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Wayside Inn in Russia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Chuvashes and their costumes; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Chuvashes and their costumes; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Chuvashes and their costumes; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Kazan; The moat of the old city; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Kazan; The moat of the old city; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Kazan; The moat of the old city; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: View on the Volga, Western Bank; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

View on the Volga, Western Bank; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
View on the Volga, Western Bank; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Village-Houses in Russia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Village-Houses in Russia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Village-Houses in Russia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Russian Peasent Girl; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Russian Peasent Girl; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Russian Peasent Girl; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Steamboat on the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Steamboat on the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Steamboat on the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: A troup of horses crossing the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

A troup of horses crossing the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
A troup of horses crossing the Volga; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Calmuck encampment; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Calmuck encampment; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Calmuck encampment; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Dervish and penitent, Russian Geogia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe

Dervish and penitent, Russian Geogia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. Creator: Nicholas Rowe
Dervish and penitent, Russian Geogia; A Journey on the Volga, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Warrior Accompanied by Britannia, Minerva, and Fame (recto); D... c. 1733 (recto); c. 1740 (verso)

Warrior Accompanied by Britannia, Minerva, and Fame (recto); D... c. 1733 (recto); c. 1740 (verso)
Warrior Accompanied by Britannia, Minerva, and Fame (recto); Design for the Monument to Nicholas Rowe (verso), c. 1733 (recto); c. 1740 (verso)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Mrs Mary Ann Yates in the character of Calista in Nicholas Rowes The Fair Penitent

Mrs Mary Ann Yates in the character of Calista in Nicholas Rowes The Fair Penitent
6337979 Mrs Mary Ann Yates in the character of Calista in Nicholas Rowes The Fair Penitent by Roberts, James (1753-c.1809) (after); (add.info)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Mrs Mary Ann Yates in the character of Calista in Nicholas Rowes The Fair Penitent

Mrs Mary Ann Yates in the character of Calista in Nicholas Rowes The Fair Penitent, Drury Lane Theatre, 1760
6337719 Mrs Mary Ann Yates in the character of Calista in Nicholas Rowes The Fair Penitent, Drury Lane Theatre, 1760 by Thornthwaite, J

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Mrs Elizabeth Hartley in the character of Jane Shore in Nicholas Rowes Jane Shore

Mrs Elizabeth Hartley in the character of Jane Shore in Nicholas Rowes Jane Shore, Covent Garden Theatre, 1772
6337911 Mrs Elizabeth Hartley in the character of Jane Shore in Nicholas Rowes Jane Shore, Covent Garden Theatre, 1772 by Thornthwaite, J

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Miss Elizabeth Younge in the character of Artemisia in Nicholas Rowes The Ambitious Step-Mother

Miss Elizabeth Younge in the character of Artemisia in Nicholas Rowes The Ambitious Step-Mother, However
6337954 Miss Elizabeth Younge in the character of Artemisia in Nicholas Rowes The Ambitious Step-Mother, However, she never played the role in London by Thornthwaite, J

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Mr Spranger Barry and Mrs Ann Barry in the characters of Bajaze

Mr Spranger Barry and Mrs Ann Barry in the characters of Bajaze and Selima in Nicholas Rowes Tamerlane
6337972 Mr Spranger Barry and Mrs Ann Barry in the characters of Bajaze and Selima in Nicholas Rowes Tamerlane by Roberts

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Mrs Maria Hunter in the character of Penelope in Nicholas Rowes Ulysses

Mrs Maria Hunter in the character of Penelope in Nicholas Rowes Ulysses
6337892 Mrs Maria Hunter in the character of Penelope in Nicholas Rowes Ulysses by Thornthwaite, J. (18th century); (add.info)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Lord Rosebery unveiling the Memorial Bust of Robert Burns in Westminster Abbey (engraving)

Lord Rosebery unveiling the Memorial Bust of Robert Burns in Westminster Abbey (engraving)
1044903 Lord Rosebery unveiling the Memorial Bust of Robert Burns in Westminster Abbey (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Sarah Ward in the character of Rodogune in Nicholas Rowes Ethelinda or The Royal Convert

Sarah Ward in the character of Rodogune in Nicholas Rowes Ethelinda or The Royal Convert, Covent Garden Theatre, 1776
6337739 Sarah Ward in the character of Rodogune in Nicholas Rowes Ethelinda or The Royal Convert, Covent Garden Theatre, 1776 by Roberts

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Scene from Tamerlane by Nicholas Rowe (engraving)

Scene from Tamerlane by Nicholas Rowe (engraving)
3626593 Scene from Tamerlane by Nicholas Rowe (engraving) by Opie, John (1761-1807) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Tamerlane by Nicholas Rowe.); © Look and Learn

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Birth-Place of Rowe, the Poet (engraving)

Birth-Place of Rowe, the Poet (engraving)
3654481 Birth-Place of Rowe, the Poet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth-Place of Rowe, the Poet)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: The Story of the Laureates, from Davenant to Cibber (litho)

The Story of the Laureates, from Davenant to Cibber (litho)
1603729 The Story of the Laureates, from Davenant to Cibber (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Story of the Laureates, from Davenant to Cibber)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Famous Houses, Some Pictorial Rememorations of Old Actors and Dramatists (engraving)

Famous Houses, Some Pictorial Rememorations of Old Actors and Dramatists (engraving)
1615866 Famous Houses, Some Pictorial Rememorations of Old Actors and Dramatists (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Famous Houses)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Poets Laureate (engraving)

Poets Laureate (engraving)
1038636 Poets Laureate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poets Laureate. Illustration for The Graphic)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Scene from The Fair Penitent by Nicholas Rowe (engraving)

Scene from The Fair Penitent by Nicholas Rowe (engraving)
3626591 Scene from The Fair Penitent by Nicholas Rowe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Scene from The Tragedy of Jane Shore by Nicholas Rowe (engraving)

Scene from The Tragedy of Jane Shore by Nicholas Rowe (engraving)
3626588 Scene from The Tragedy of Jane Shore by Nicholas Rowe (engraving) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Nicholas Rowe, Esquire, PL (engraving)

Nicholas Rowe, Esquire, PL (engraving)
3649902 Nicholas Rowe, Esquire, PL (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nicholas Rowe, Esquire, PL)

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Portrait of the poet Nicholas Rowe (1674-1718), 17th century. Creator: Anonymous

Portrait of the poet Nicholas Rowe (1674-1718), 17th century. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the poet Nicholas Rowe (1674-1718), 17th century. Private Collection

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: N. Rowe, (1674-1718), 1830. Creator: Unknown

N. Rowe, (1674-1718), 1830. Creator: Unknown
N. Rowe, (1674-1718), 1830. Nicholas Rowe (1674-1718) English poet and dramatist educated at Highgate school, Westminster and Middle Temple

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: Mr Palmer as Bajazet and Miss Hopkins as Selima in Tamerlane by Nicholas Rowe. (Now, now, thou trai)

Mr Palmer as Bajazet and Miss Hopkins as Selima in Tamerlane by Nicholas Rowe. (Now, now, thou trai)
Mr Palmer as Bajazet and Miss Hopkins as Selima in Tamerlane by Nicholas Rowe. (Now, now, thou traitress.), 1776. Private Collection

Background imageNicholas Rowe Collection: A private rehearsal of Jane Shore, 1790 (etching)

A private rehearsal of Jane Shore, 1790 (etching)
XJF867955 A private rehearsal of Jane Shore, 1790 (etching) by Nixon, John (1750-1818) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)



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Nicholas Rowe, a renowned playwright and poet, left an indelible mark on the theatrical world with his captivating works. One of his most notable plays, "The Fair Penitent, " featured the talented Mrs Mary Ann Yates in the character of Calista at Drury Lane Theatre in 1760. The audience was enthralled by her mesmerizing portrayal of this complex and remorseful character. In another production, "Jane Shore, " performed at Covent Garden Theatre in 1772, Mrs Elizabeth Hartley took center stage as Jane Shore. Her performance captivated audiences with its emotional depth and raw vulnerability. Although Miss Elizabeth Younge never played Artemisia in London's theaters, Nicholas Rowe's play "The Ambitious Step-Mother" still garnered attention for its compelling storyline and rich characters. "The Tamerlane" showcased the incredible talents of Mr Spranger Barry and Mrs Ann Barry as Bajaze and Selima respectively. Their chemistry on stage brought these characters to life in a way that resonated deeply with audiences. Another memorable performance came from Mrs Maria Hunter who portrayed Penelope in Nicholas Rowe's "Ulysses. " Her interpretation of this iconic character was both powerful and moving. Lord Rosebery immortalized Robert Burns by unveiling a memorial bust at Westminster Abbey. This event served as a reminder of the profound impact that poets like Nicholas Rowe had on literature throughout history. Sarah Ward graced the stage as Rodogune in Nicholas Rowe's "Ethelinda or The Royal Convert" at Covent Garden Theatre in 1776. Her remarkable talent breathed life into this tragic character, leaving audiences spellbound. Engravings depicting scenes from Tamerlane showcased the grandeur and spectacle associated with Nicholas Rowe's work. These visual representations further cemented his legacy as a master storyteller. Rowe's birthplace holds significance as it is where he first began his journey towards becoming one of England's most celebrated poets.