Pleasure Gardens Collection

The Tuileries, c.1840 (w/c & gouache on paper)
XIR234152 The Tuileries, c.1840 (w/c & gouache on paper) by Wyld, William (1806-89); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France

St. Thomas's Hospital, Surrey Gardens, 1862. Creator: T. H. W
St. Thomas's Hospital, Surrey Gardens, [London], 1862. The following decided opinion has been expressed by a leading medical journal

Garden pavilion "The Cave" at Jakobsdal (now Ulriksdal Palace), 1668. Creator: Adam Perelle
Garden pavilion "The Cave" at Jakobsdal (now Ulriksdal Palace), 1668

Cremorne Gardens - the Maypole Dance, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Cremorne Gardens - the Maypole Dance, 1858. Pleasure gardens in Chelsea, London. This delightful place of public resort was...the centre of great attraction, and was crowded by a brilliant company

View of the Temple of Comus in Vauxhall Gardens in London, 1751. Creator: Johann Michael Muller
View of the Temple of Comus in Vauxhall Gardens in London, 1751

View of the Rotunda in Ranelagh Gardens in London, 1751. Creator: Nathaniel Parr
View of the Rotunda in Ranelagh Gardens in London, 1751

View of the Rotunda in London's Ranelagh Gardens with a masquerade ball on the occasion... 1751. Creator: Fabr
View of the Rotunda in London's Ranelagh Gardens with a masquerade ball on the occasion of the birthday of the Prince of Wales on 24 May 1751, 1751-1753

View of the Rotunda and the Chinese Pavilion on the Canal in London's Ranelagh Gardens... 1752
View of the Rotunda and the Chinese Pavilion on the Canal in London's Ranelagh Gardens with a masquerade ball, 1752

View of Vauxhall Gardens in London, 1745-1775. Creator: Unknown
View of Vauxhall Gardens in London, 1745-1775

View of Vauxhall Gardens in London, 1745-1775. Creator: Unknown
View of Vauxhall Gardens in London, 1745-1775

The Music-Hall to be erected in "The Surrey Zoological Gardens", 1856. Creator: Smyth
The Music-Hall to be erected in "The Surrey Zoological Gardens", [London], 1856. It is proposed to lay out the ground under the superintendence of an eminent landscape surveyor

View of the Pleasure Gardens from the Summit of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
View of the Pleasure Gardens from the Summit of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, 20th century. Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress of historic and archaeological significance

Pleasure Gardens Theatre, Folkestone, late 19th-early 20th century. Theatre in Folkestone, Kent, which opened as a theatre in 1886

Historical views of Austria
6338079 Historical views of Austria by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Historical views of Austria. German postillion in his yellow jacket 52)

Woman with Titus haircut at Tivoli Gardens, 1798 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986468 Woman with Titus haircut at Tivoli Gardens, 1798 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: Woman with Titus haircut at Tivoli Gardens, 1798)

Pleasure gardens of the King of Spain
6116585 Pleasure gardens of the King of Spain by Unknown artist, (18th century); (add.info.: Vue perspective des Fontaines A droite du Jardin de Plaisance du Roy dA Espagne)

Cremorne Gardens, the Maypole Dance (engraving)
1619237 Cremorne Gardens, the Maypole Dance (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cremorne Gardens, the Maypole Dance)

The Thatched House (engraving)
614392 The Thatched House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thatched House, in Islington)

Beaus and belles of the Regency period (engraving)
614391 Beaus and belles of the Regency period (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beaus and belles of the Regency period)

The Monster Tea Gardens in Pimlico (w / c on paper)
614377 The Monster Tea Gardens in Pimlico (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Monster Tea Gardens, in Pimlico, London)

A fair show at Woolwich Gardens (engraving)
614365 A fair show at Woolwich Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fair show, at Woolwich Gardens)

Picture-Model of Venice, at Vauxhall Gardens (engraving)
1095949 Picture-Model of Venice, at Vauxhall Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picture-Model of Venice, at Vauxhall Gardens)

The Dinner to the Medal-Men of the Guards at the Royal Surrey Gardens (engraving)
2772357 The Dinner to the Medal-Men of the Guards at the Royal Surrey Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cremorne Gardens in the Height of the Season (engraving)
2771583 Cremorne Gardens in the Height of the Season (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cremorne Gardens in the Height of the Season)

Vauxhall Gardens, Duke of Bedford, silver season ticket, c. 1750 (silver)
2959868 Vauxhall Gardens, Duke of Bedford, silver season ticket, c.1750 (silver) by English School, (18th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Vauxhall Gardens Ticket, c. 1745 (silver)
2959860 Vauxhall Gardens Ticket, c.1745 (silver) by English School, (18th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Balloon Ascent at Vauxhall-Gardens (engraving)
1612247 Balloon Ascent at Vauxhall-Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balloon Ascent at Vauxhall-Gardens)

Surrey Zoological Gardens, the New Orchestra (engraving)
1607167 Surrey Zoological Gardens, the New Orchestra (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surrey Zoological Gardens, the New Orchestra)

The Crisis in China, Views in Peking and Neighbourhood (b / w photo)
1606542 The Crisis in China, Views in Peking and Neighbourhood (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in China)

General View of Luxembourg Gardens in Paris, 1810, engraved by J. B. Chapuis (aquatint)
CHT199703 General View of Luxembourg Gardens in Paris, 1810, engraved by J.B. Chapuis (aquatint) by Garbizza, Angelo (fl.1800-30) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Panoramic view of the Bois de Boulogne, taken from the waterfall, c. 1860-70 (b / w photo)
CHT217222 Panoramic view of the Bois de Boulogne, taken from the waterfall, c.1860-70 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Gardens of Sallust, Rome, Italy (litho)
5997074 Gardens of Sallust, Rome, Italy (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gardens of Sallust, Rome, Italy)

The Gardens of the Mirabelle Park, Salzburg, Austria, engraved by Karl Remshardt
NUL116589 The Gardens of the Mirabelle Park, Salzburg, Austria, engraved by Karl Remshardt (1678-1735) c.1720 (colour engraving) by Diesel, Mathias (fl.1706-52); Private Collection; German

The Rosemary Branch in Hoxton (engraving)
614394 The Rosemary Branch in Hoxton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rosemary Branch, in Hoxton)

Merlins Cave in London (engraving)
614389 Merlins Cave in London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merlins Cave, London)

Mr Cripps encountering his Mater in Mary-le-bone Gardens (engraving)
614384 Mr Cripps encountering his Mater in Mary-le-bone Gardens (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Great dinner tent at Highbury Barn (engraving)
614373 Great dinner tent at Highbury Barn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great dinner tent at Highbury Barn, Islington, London)

May Day at the London Spa (engraving)
614368 May Day at the London Spa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: May Day at the London Spa, 1720)

View of the Jardin des Plantes, Paris (colour litho)
CHT199700 View of the Jardin des Plantes, Paris (colour litho) by Riviere, Charles (1848-1920); Bibliotheque du Museum d Histoire Naturelle, Paris

Fire at Krolls Gardens, Berlin (engraving)
1625401 Fire at Krolls Gardens, Berlin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire at Krolls Gardens, Berlin)

The Tournament at Cremorne Gardens (engraving)
1102591 The Tournament at Cremorne Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tournament at Cremorne Gardens)

"The Temple of Janus, "at the Surrey Zoological Gardens (engraving)
1102275 " The Temple of Janus, " at the Surrey Zoological Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Temple of Janus)

Ranelagh House and Gardens with the Rotunda, London, 1745 (coloured engraving)
981806 Ranelagh House and Gardens with the Rotunda, London, 1745 (coloured engraving) by Bowles, Thomas (c.1712-53) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New Winter Garden at Bournemouth (engraving)
1602646 The New Winter Garden at Bournemouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Winter Garden at Bournemouth)

Vauxhall Gardens, bronze pass, c. 1750 (bronze)
2959870 Vauxhall Gardens, bronze pass, c.1750 (bronze) by English School, (18th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Vauxhall Gardens Ticket, c. 1745 (silver)
2959859 Vauxhall Gardens Ticket, c.1745 (silver) by English School, (18th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Vauxhall tickets (engraving)
603339 Vauxhall tickets (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vauxhall tickets, giving admission to Vauxhall Gardens, in Kennington, London)

Bagnigge Wells Gardens (engraving)
614402 Bagnigge Wells Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bagnigge Wells Gardens; from an old print)

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Step into a world of enchantment and delight as we explore the captivating realm of pleasure gardens. From Rosherville Gardens in Gravesend to the Pleasure Gardens Theatre in Folkestone, these havens of leisure have long been cherished by people seeking respite from the everyday hustle and bustle. Transport yourself back in time with an engraving depicting the View of the Pleasure Gardens from the Summit of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. Created by CM Dixon in the 20th century, this artwork captures the serene beauty that awaits those who venture into these magical spaces. Travel further through history with glimpses into Austria's historical views or witness a woman sporting a fashionable Titus haircut at Tivoli Gardens in 1798. Handcoloured copperplate engravings bring these scenes to life, showcasing both elegance and style amidst nature's splendor. Even royalty indulged in their own pleasure gardens; discover hidden treasures within the Pleasure Gardens of the King of Spain. Immerse yourself in regal opulence as you stroll through meticulously manicured landscapes fit for kings and queens. Cremorne Gardens beckon us with an engraving capturing a lively Maypole Dance, while The Thatched House invites us to experience its cozy charm. Beaus and belles adorned in Regency fashion grace another engraving, transporting us to an era filled with romance and sophistication. Venturing across London's Pimlico district reveals The Monster Tea Gardens - a whimsical oasis where one can enjoy tea amidst fantastical surroundings. Meanwhile, Woolwich Gardens offer fair shows that ignite excitement and wonder among visitors young and old alike. Conclude your journey at Vauxhall Gardens' Picture-Model of Venice - an exquisite engraved depiction that transports guests straight into Venetian grandeur without ever leaving London's borders and can not just mere spaces but gateways to joyous moments etched forever in our memories.