Prinny Collection (#2)

How to Escape Losing, November 22, 1791. November 22, 1791. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
How to Escape Losing, November 22, 1791

A Gaming Table at Devonshire House, 1791. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Gaming Table at Devonshire House, 1791

Money Lenders, November 8, 1784. November 8, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Money Lenders, November 8, 1784

State Butchers, January 28, 1789. January 28, 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
State Butchers, January 28, 1789

George IV (1762-1830), When Prince of Wales. Creator: Sir William Beechey
George IV (1762-1830), When Prince of Wales

Design for a cupboard and desk for Carlton House, 1787, (1946). Creator: Unknown
Design for a cupboard and desk for Carlton House, 1787, (1946). Furniture designs for Carlton House in London, the town residence of the Prince Regent, demolished in 1826

The Fishing Temple, Virginia Water, from the Belvidere, c1870. Originally designed by Sir Jeffry Wyatville for George IV as an ornamental fishing lodge on a small island at Virginia Water in Windsor

Kings College from The Backs, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Kings College from " The Backs", 1898. The Backs is an area where several colleges of the University of Cambridge back on to the River Cam

George IV, (1762-1830), 1830. Creator: Unknown
George IV, (1762-1830), 1830. George IV (1762-1830) King of Great Britain and Ireland and King of Hanover from 1820, until his death

Edward Jenner M. D. (1749-1823), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Edward Jenner M.D. (1749-1823), 1830. Edward Jenner (1749-1823) English physician and scientist, pioneer of smallpox vaccine, known as the father of immunology

Nelsons Column and Trafalgar Square, London, 1906. Creator: Unknown
Nelsons Column and Trafalgar Square, London, 1906. The column was designed by William Railton to commemorate Admiral Horatio Nelsons victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805

Lord Lyndhurst, c1830, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Lord Lyndhurst, c1830, (c1884). John Copley, 1st Baron Lyndhurst (1772-1863), British lawyer and politician educated at a private school and Trinity College, Cambridge

William Huskisson, c1810, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
William Huskisson, c1810, (c1884). William Huskisson (1770- 1830) British statesman, financier and MP during reign of George IV. Educated at Appleby Grammar School

Houses of the Carnivora, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Houses of the Carnivora, c1876. London Zoological Society was founded in 1826 by Sir Stamford Raffles and Sir Humphrey Davy, the Zoo opened on 27 April 1828

Entrance to the Zoological Gardens in 1840, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Entrance to the Zoological Gardens in 1840, (c1876). London Zoological Society was founded in 1826 by Sir Stamford Raffles and Sir Humphrey Davy, the zoo opened on 27 April 1828

The Monkey-House, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Monkey-House, c1876. London Zoological Society was founded in 1826 by Sir Stamford Raffles and Sir Humphrey Davy, the Zoo opened on 27 April 1828

Painting the statue of King William III black, Dublin, Ireland, 1821 (c1890). Creator: Unknown
Opponents of British rule in Ireland painting the statue of King William III black, Dublin, Ireland, 1821 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

King George IV holding a levee in Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh, 1822 (c1890). Creator: Unknown
King George IV holding a levee in Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh, 1822 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Queen Caroline entering the House of Lords during her trial, Westminster, London, 1820 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

He smelt - O Lord! How he did smell!, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
He smelt - O Lord! How he did smell!, c1820. Satirical cartoon, with a quote from Southeys " Minor Poems", vol. iii p. 103

Sir Robert Gifford, His Majestys Attorney General, c1820. Creator: Thomas Wright
Sir Robert Gifford, His Majestys Attorney General, c1820. Portrait of British lawyer Robert Gifford, 1st Baron Gifford (1779-1826)

Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings, c1820. Satirical cartoon of King George IV, lampooning his excesses, with a quote from the Bible, Proverbs 31:3

Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Satirical cartoon from a political pamphlet: " The question is not merely whether the Queen shall have her rights

God save great George our King, c1820. Creator: Unknown
God save great George our King, c1820. Satirical cartoon; a man wearing a dukes coronet and horns (representing cuckolding) supports George IV in return for a dukedom

Le Roy le veut! G. R. c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
" Le Roy le veut!" G. R. c1820. The King desires it! ; satirical cartoon of George IV being crowned with a bag of money

Great offices will have Great talents, 1819. Creator: George Cruikshank
Great offices will have Great talents, 1819. Satirical cartoon of King George IV; the three ostrich plumes of the Prince of Wales have been replaced with ostentatious peacock feathers

So let him stand... c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
So let him stand... c1820. Satirical cartoon of King George IV in church, with the Ten Commandments behind him. The quote is from " The Curse of Minerva"

Away with her, and waft her hence ---, c1820. Creator: Unknown
Away with her, and waft her hence ---, c1820. Satirical cartoon with a quote from Shakespeares " Henry VI, Part III", showing Queen Caroline being offered a bribe of £ 50

God, and your Majesty, protect mine innocence, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
God, and your Majesty, protect mine innocence, c1820. Satirical cartoon with a quote from Shakespeares " King Henry VIII"

What are you at? What are you after?, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
What are you at? What are you after?, c1820. Satirical cartoon of the Prince Regent (future King George IV) dressed as a carpenter and self-destructively sawing through The Crown sign

I am wrapp d in dismal thinkings!, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
I am wrapp d in dismal thinkings!, c1820. Satirical cartoon of the Prince Regent (future King George IV) with the British lion

Satirical cartoon of the Prince Regent, c1820. Creator: Unknown
Satirical cartoon of the Prince Regent, c1820. Cadger. n.s. A Low Character. The head of the Prince Regent (future King George IV) mounted on an anchor

Lured from her own, her native home... c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
Lured from her own, her native home, the home of early life, and doom d in stranger realms to roam; a widow! Yet a wife! - Phillipss Lament, c1820

Penury incurr d by endless riot, vanity, the lust of pleasure and variety!, c1820 Creator
Penury incurr d by endless riot, vanity, the lust of pleasure and variety! Ministerial grace deals him out money from the public chest, c1820

Sir I. S. Copley, His Majestys Solicitor General, c1820. Creator: T Wright
Sir I. S. Copley, His Majestys Solicitor General, c1820. Portrait of British lawyer John Singleton Copley, 1st Baron Lyndhurst (1772-1863)

George IV. Taking his favorite Exercise, near the Sandpit Gate, Windsor Park, 1830. King George IV (1762-1830) taking exercise in the form of riding in a carriage near Windsor Castle

His Majestys Cottage, as seen from the Lawn, 1823. Creator: Unknown
His Majestys Cottage, as seen from the Lawn, 1823. View of the Royal Lodge at Windsor in Berkshire, residence of George, Prince of Wales (later King George IV)

Queen Charlotte in Dressing Room with Prince and Duke in Fancy Dress, c1766, (1948) Creator
Queen Charlotte in Her Dressing Room with the Prince of Wales and the Duke of York in Fancy Dress, c1766, (1948). From " English Fashion", by Alison Settle. [Collins, London, 1948]

Georg IV, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Georg IV, (1933). Portrait of George IV (1762-1830), King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. George Augustus Frederick ruled as Prince Regent from 1811 until his father George III

The Banqueting Room As It Is To-Day, 1939. The Royal Pavilion in Brighton, Sussex, is a former royal residence dating from 1787

The Banqueting Room, c1827, (1939). The Royal Pavilion in Brighton, Sussex, is a former royal residence dating from 1787, and was a seaside retreat for the Prince Regent (later King George IV)

The Saloon, about 1820. From Nashs Illustrations, (1939). The Royal Pavilion in Brighton, Sussex, is a former royal residence dating from 1787

The Saloon As It Is To-Day, 1939. The Royal Pavilion in Brighton, Sussex, is a former royal residence dating from 1787, and was a seaside retreat for the Prince Regent (later King George IV)

View of the Pavilion taken from Wrights Circulating Library, May 1818, (1939). The Royal Pavilion in Brighton, Sussex, is a former royal residence dating from 1787

Weltje, Clerk of the Dishclouts (the Princes Cook), late 18th century, (1939). Louis Weltje (born c1745), cook to the Prince Regent. From A History of the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, by Henry D

A Banquet at the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, c1827, (1938). Artist: Joseph Nash
A Banquet at the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, c1827, (1938). Guests at the banqueting table under the dragon chandelier. Illustration from A History of Everyday Things in England - Done in four parts of

The Pavilion, Brighton, c1896. Artist: W & AH Fry
The Pavilion, Brighton, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

The State Bedstead, by Georges Jacob, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

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"Prinny: A Royal Tale of Glamour, Scandal, and Intrigue" Step into the captivating world of Prinny, where royalty meets controversy. In this enchanting caption, we delve into the fascinating stories behind some iconic artworks and historical figures. Let's start with "Princess Amelia of Brunswick and Her Daughter Princess Charlotte, " a mesmerizing portrait by George Hayter in 1919. This painting captures the elegance and grace of two influential women who left an indelible mark on British history. Next up is "Returning from Brookss, " a colorful etching from 1784 that takes us back to a vibrant era filled with lavish parties and extravagant social gatherings. It offers a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle enjoyed by the elite during that time. We then move to Brighton Pavilion, an architectural masterpiece that became synonymous with Prince Regent George IV's flamboyant taste. Its grandeur perfectly reflected his larger-than-life personality and love for all things luxurious. Speaking of George IV, let's explore his intriguing relationships through art. The enigmatic portrait titled "George Canning" gives us a glimpse into his inner circle during c1810 while leaving room for speculation about their connection. Another captivating figure in Prinny's life was Mrs. Robinson (Perdita), immortalized in Thomas Gainsborough's artwork from 1781. She captivated hearts as both an actress and mistress to high-profile individuals—a true embodiment of scandalous allure. Mrs. Fitzherbert also played a significant role in Prinny's life; J Cook masterfully captured her beauty in 1786. Their secret marriage caused quite a stir within royal circles—an illicit union shrouded in mystery yet undeniable passion. "The General Toast: Honor and Honesty, Love and Loyalty" reveals snippets from one eventful evening on October 20th, 1786—where revelry mingled with political intrigue.