Sir Walter Collection (#5)

A perspective view of the Bank of England, 1743 (1903). Artist: Robert West
A perspective view of the Bank of England, 1743 (1903). From London in the Time of the Stuarts, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1903]

Charles II touching a patient for the Kings evil, c1680 (1903). Artist: Frederick-Hendrik van den Hove
Charles II touching a patient for the Kings evil, c1680 (1903).The royal touch was a form of laying on of hands, whereby French and English monarchs would touch their subjects

The Coronation of James II in Westminster Abbey, London, 1685 (1903). Artist: William Sherwin
The Coronation of James II in Westminster Abbey, London, 1685 (1903). The coronation of James II (1633-1701) and his Queen Mary of Modena (1658-1718) took place on 23 April 1685

Letter from General Monck to the Speaker of the House of Commons, 1659 (1903)
A letter from Lord General Monck to the Speaker of the House of Commons sent from the Guildhall, London, 1659 (1903). From London in the Time of the Stuarts, by Sir Walter Besant

Englands Miraculous Preservation, 1646 (1903)
Englands Miraculous Preservation Emblematically Described, Erected for a Perpetual Monument to Posterity, 1646 (1903). An allegory showing the Ark of England containing three chambers

Queen Henrietta Marias Entry into London, 1625 (1903). Henrietta Maria of France (1609-1669) was Queen Consort of England, Scotland, and Ireland as the wife of King Charles I (1600-1649)

The destruction of Cheapside Cross and the burning of the Book of Sports, May 1643 (1903). The Cheapside Cross (or Eleanors Cross) in London was demolished on 2 May 1643

A facsimile of the order for the burning of the Book of Sports, 1643 (1903). The Declaration of Sports was a declaration of King James I of England (1566-1625), issued in 1617

Triumphal arch erected at the time of the coronation of King James I, 1604 (1903). James VI of Scotlands (1566-1625) English coronation took place on 25 July 1603

Inner Temple Gate House, City of London, c1900 (1911). Inner Temple, Fleet Street, is one of the four Inns of Court in central London

Fleet Street, City of London, c1900 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Fleet Street, City of London, c1900 (1911). Fleet Street is named after the River Fleet, Londons largest underground river. The street is traditionally associated with the British national press

Long Lane, Smithfield, City of London, 1810 (1911). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Long Lane, Smithfield, City of London, 1810 (1911). From London - The City, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

General Post Office, City of London, c1910 (1911). Britains first purpose-built mail facility located in St Martins le Grand

Cloth Fair, City of London, 1911. Cloth Fair is a street in the City of London where merchants gathered to buy and sell material during the Bartholomew Fair

Paternoster Row, City of London, 1911. Paternoster Row was the centre of the London publishing trade. In 1819 Paternoster Row was described as ?almost synonymous? with the book trade

An exciting game: pupils of Christs Hospital school, City of London, c1900 (1911). Artist: RW Thomas
An exciting game: pupils of Christs Hospital school, City of London, c1900 (1911). Founded in 1552, Christs Hospital was the result of the vision of King Edward VI (1537-1553)

Custom House, City of London, 1911. From London - The City, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

Billingsgate Market, City of London, c1900 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Billingsgate Market, City of London, c1900 (1911). Billingsgate Wharf, Lower Thames Street, became the centre of a fish market during the 16th

The Coal Exchange, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
The Coal Exchange, City of London, c1910 (1911). The London Coal Exchange was situated on the north side of Thames Street, occupying three different structures from 1770 to 1962

Fishmongers Hall, City of London, 1911. Artist: Pictorial Agency
Fishmongers Hall, City of London, 1911. The Worshipful Company of Fishmongers the Company ranks fourth in the order of precedence of City Livery Companies

Cannon Street, looking west, City of London, c1910 (1911). From London - The City, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

Queen Victoria Street, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: York & Son
Queen Victoria Street, City of London, c1910 (1911). From London - The City, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

British and Foreign Bible Society House, City of London, c1890 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
British and Foreign Bible Society House, City of London, c1890 (1911). The British and Foreign Bible Society, often known in England and Wales as simply the Bible Society

Interior of Stationers Hall, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: Hedley Hilton
Interior of Stationers Hall, City of London, c1910 (1911). The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers (until 1937 the Worshipful Company of Stationers)

Ludgate Circus and Ludgate Hill, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
Ludgate Circus and Ludgate Hill, City of London, c1910 (1911). Ludgate Circus has historically been the main connection between the City of London and the City of Westminster

Church of St Botolph-without-Bishopsgate, City of London, c1890 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Church of St Botolph-without-Bishopsgate, City of London, c1890 (1911). St Botolph-without-Bishopsgate is a Church of England church on the west side of Bishopsgate, first mentioned in 1212

Principal entrance to Leathersellers Hall, City of London, 1801 (1911). View of the building demolished in 1799. From London - The City, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

Church of St Helen, Bishopsgate, City of London, 1817 (1911). Artist: William Wise
Church of St Helen, Bishopsgate, City of London, 1817 (1911). South-west view. Dating from the 12th century, the Church of St Helen was the parish church of William Shakespeare when he lived in

Bank of England Fountain, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Bank of England Fountain, City of London, c1910 (1911). From London - The City, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

Gresham College, City of London, c18th century (1911). Gresham College is an institution of higher learning located at Barnards Inn Hall off Holborn

The Mansion House and Cheapside, City of London, c1890 (1911). Artist: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The Mansion House and Cheapside, City of London, c1890 (1911). Mansion House has been the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London since 1752

Church of St Stephen, Walbrook, City of London, c1890 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Church of St Stephen, Walbrook, City of London, c1890 (1911). St Stephen Walbrook is a church in the City of London, part of the Church of Englands Diocese of London

Salters Hall, City of London, 1822 (1911). Artist: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd
Salters Hall, City of London, 1822 (1911). The Worshipful Company of Salters is one of the Livery Companies of the City of London

Church of St Mary Woolnoth, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Church of St Mary Woolnoth, City of London, c1910 (1911). St Mary Woolnoth is an Anglican church in the City of London, located on the corner of Lombard Street and King William Street

Birchs confectionery shop, Cornhill, City of London, 19th century (1911). Cornhill contains two of the City churches designed by Christopher Wren: St Michael, Cornhill

St Peters Church, Cornhill, City of London, 1811 (1911). Artist: George Sidney Shepherd
St Peters Church, Cornhill, City of London, 1811 (1911). St Peter upon Cornhill is an Anglican church on the corner of Cornhill and Gracechurch Street in the City of London

Mercers Hall, Cheapside, City of London, c1830 (1911). Artist: Sandell Ltd
Mercers Hall, Cheapside, City of London, c1830 (1911). The Mercers Company is based at Mercers Hall in Ironmonger Lane, City of London

Interior of Mercers Hall, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: Sandell Ltd
Interior of Mercers Hall, City of London, c1910 (1911). The Mercers Company is based at Mercers Hall in Ironmonger Lane, City of London

Inside view of the Poultry Compter, City of London, 1813 (1911). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Inside view of the Poultry Compter, City of London, 1813 (1911). Poultry Compter was a small prison, run by a Sheriff of the City of London from medieval times until 1815

Church of St Lawrence, Jewry, City of London, c1910 (1911). St Lawrence Jewry is a Church of England guild church in the City of London on Gresham Street

Church of St Mildred, Poultry, City of London, 1812 (1911). Artist: George Sidney Shepherd
Church of St Mildred, Poultry, City of London, 1812 (1911). St Mildred, Poultry was a parish church in the Cheap ward of the City of London

Interior of the Royal Exchange, City of London, c1910 (1911). Founded by the merchant Sir Thomas Gresham, the Royal Exchange was officially opened on 23 January 1571 by Queen Elizabeth I

Hackney, c1790 (1911). From London - North of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

Old houses in St John Street, Clerkenwell, London, c1811 (1911). From London - North of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

Bishop Burnets House in St Johns Square, Clerkenwell, London, c1900 (1911). Gilbert Burnet (1643-1715) was a Scottish philosopher, historian and cleric who became Bishop of Salisbury in 1689

Staple Inn, Holborn Bars, London, c1910 (1911). Staple Inn is a Tudor building on High Holborn, used as the London venue for meetings of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries

The Old Curiosity Shop near Lincolns Inn Fields, London, c1860 (1911). Artist: Joseph Swain
The Old Curiosity Shop near Lincolns Inn Fields, London, c1860 (1911). Situated at 13 Portsmouth Street, Holborn, the Old Curiosity Shop dates from around 1567

A plan of Holborn, St Giles, and St Pancras, London, in 1800 (1911). From London - North of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

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"Sir Walter: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the enchanting world as we explore various artworks and historical landmarks that pay homage to this legendary figure. At Holy Trinity Church in Clapham, a stunning painting from 1812 captures the essence of Sir Walter's era. The scene depicts Quentin Durward and the Disguised Louis XI, showcasing the intrigue and drama surrounding his time. Travel back further with William Hogarth's masterpieces. "Beer Street, " painted in 1751 but rediscovered in 1925, transports us to a lively tavern where Sir Walter might have enjoyed a pint or two. Similarly, "A Country Inn Yard" takes us on a journey through bustling streets filled with characters straight out of one of his adventures. Delve into the world of high stakes at Whites Club with William Radclyffe's depiction of gambling in 1734. This glimpse into aristocratic pastimes reveals another facet of Sir Walter's society. Venturing beyond England, we discover King Edward the Confessor's Palace at Borstal (Brill) from 1908. This architectural marvel showcases the grandeur that surrounded royalty during Sir Walter's time. The Ark Royal, an iconic ship from 1588, reminds us Raleigh’s naval exploits and contributions to English history. It serves as a testament to his adventurous spirit and exploration endeavors. Uncover tales of rebellion depicted in "Incidents in Venners Rising. " This artwork from 1661 allows us to witness historic events tied closely to Sir Walter’s era while reflecting on themes such as loyalty and sacrifice. Thomas Dale brings Skin Market, Leadenhall vividly to life through his brushstrokes capturing London’s vibrant atmosphere circa 1825—a place where merchants would gather for trade just as they did during Sir Walter’s time. Journey along The Causeway in Wandsworth captured around c1895, showcasing the picturesque scenery that Sir Walter might have encountered during his travels.