John Nixon Collection

At an Auction of Pictures Cornhill, 1792. Creator: John Nixon
At an Auction of Pictures Cornhill, 1792. A man with glasses and a tricorne hat, a catalogue in his hand, at an auction of paintings

A Set of Twelve Illustrations to Tristram Shandy, (pen and grey ink and watercolour)
651811 A Set of Twelve Illustrations to Tristram Shandy, (pen and grey ink and watercolour) by Nixon, John (1760-1818); 18.4x9.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Brighton, showing Miss Widgetts circulating Library, Marlborough House
824082 Brighton, showing Miss Widgetts circulating Library, Marlborough House, the Castle Inn and Assembly Rooms and the Marine Pavilion, 1792 (pen and brown ink and watercolour) by Nixon

New Invented Elastic Breeches, November 1, 1784. November 1, 1784
New Invented Elastic Breeches, November 1, 1784

Bartholomew Fair, 1807. 1807. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Bartholomew Fair, 1807

Madame Very Restauranteur, Palais Royal Paris and La Belle Liminaudiere au Caffee De Mille Collone, Palais Royale Paris, 1814

John Rosedale, mariner, exhibitor of the hall of Greenwich Hospital, 1807. Artist
John Rosedale, mariner, exhibitor of the hall of Greenwich Hospital, 1807. An old sailor points with a pointer at a large decoration by JamesThornhill

City traind bands, 1789. Artist: John Nixon
City traind bands, 1789. A row of very unsoldierly citizen soldiers being drilled by an officer. The City militia lined the streets from Temple Bar to St Pauls Cathedral when George III processed to

Bartholomew Fair, West Smithfield, City of London, 1813. Artist
Bartholomew Fair, West Smithfield, City of London, 1813

Leadenhall Street, City of London, 1811. Artist: John Nixon
Leadenhall Street, City of London, 1811. Entrance to a Dutch Jewish synagogue which was previously used by the Worshipful Company of Tylers and Bricklayers

New invented elastic breeches, 1784. Artist: John Nixon
New invented elastic breeches, 1784; showing the interior of a breeches makers shop; two men, one standing on a chair, the other on a stool, try to pull on the breeches of a very stout man

The West Prospect of Temple Bar, London, c1770. Artist: John Nixon
A west view of Temple Bar, London, c1770

Leadenhall Street, London, 1811
Entrance to a Dutch Jewish synagogue which was previously used by the Worshipful Company of Tylers and Bricklayers, Leadenhall Street, London, 1811

Clerk from the Guildhalls Law Courts, 1801. Artist: John Nixon
A clerk from the Law Courts, Guildhall, London, with a quill pen behind one ear, 1801

A Cornish Hug, 1781. A fishwife is holding a dandy aloft, much to his annoyance, for upsetting her stall. On our left an apple woman looks on, on our right are a man and a woman who applauds

Magisterial oeconomy... 1779. Artist: John Nixon
Magisterial oeconomy... 1779. A reception at Mansion House. The clock shows it to be midnight, and the Lord Mayor directs the footmen to extinguish the candles with bellows and snuffers

A sudden surprize to the City Militia... 1774. Artist: John Nixon
A sudden surprize to the City Militia... 1774. The gateway of the Honourable Artillery Company headquarters. Children climbing

Undertakers regaling themselves at Deaths Door, Battersea, London, 1801. Print depicting the undertakers eating, drinking and making merry outside Robert Deaths tavern, Battersea Rise

Salisbury, from the London Road, 1805. Artist: Samuel Rawle
Salisbury, from the London Road, 1805. After John Nixon. [James Asperne, London, 1805]

Declaration of Independence read to crowds in Philadelphia, 1776
John Nixon reading the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia, July 8, 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The First Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence, illustration from The
BAL108965 The First Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence, illustration from The First Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence by Eugene Lawrence, pub

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Crowds outside Independence Hall hearing John Nixon read the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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John Nixon was a talented artist known for his detailed and captivating illustrations. His works, such as "A Set of Twelve Illustrations to Tristram Shandy, " showcased his skill in pen and grey ink, as well as watercolour techniques. One of his notable pieces, "Brighton, showing Miss Widgetts circulating Library, Marlborough House, " captured the vibrant atmosphere of the seaside town. In November 1784, Nixon's creativity shone through again with his creation of the "New Invented Elastic Breeches. " This innovative design revolutionized fashion at the time. Another fascinating piece by Nixon was "Bartholomew Fair" in 1807, where he depicted the lively scenes and characters that frequented this popular event. Nixon's artistry extended beyond England's borders; he also portrayed scenes from Paris. His works like "Madame Very Restauranteur" and "La Belle Liminaudiere au Caffee De" showcased the elegance and charm of French culture during that era. Not limited to capturing everyday life or events on canvas, it also immortalized individuals like John Rosedale, a mariner who exhibited at Greenwich Hospital in 1807. Additionally, he documented historical moments such as the City traind bands in 1789. The cityscape held great inspiration for Nixon; Leadenhall Street became one of his recurring subjects throughout different years - notably in 1811. He also depicted iconic landmarks like Temple Bar with its West Prospect around c1770. John Nixon's artistic talent allowed him to capture various aspects of society through his intricate illustrations. From bustling fairs to fashionable inventions and even architectural marvels, his work continues to provide us with glimpses into history while showcasing his remarkable skills as an artist.