Boydell Collection

View near Limehouse Bridge, London, looking down the River Thames, 1751

Prince Henry, Hotspur and Falstaff (Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part 1, Act 5, Scene 4), first published 1796; reissued 1852

A demonstration of Boydell's steam plough
3740609 A demonstration of Boydell's steam plough; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a demonstration of Boydell's steam plough. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cornhill in 1630, from a view published by Boydell (engraving)
3636317 Cornhill in 1630, from a view published by Boydell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cornhill in 1630, from a view published by Boydell)

The Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall, London (engraving)
583622 The Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall)

Shakespeare Gallery
A view of The Boydell Shakespeare Gallery in Pall Mall, London, was the first stage of a three-part project initiated in November 1786 by engraver

John Boydell, British publisher of engravings
John Boydell (1720-1804), British publisher noted for his reproduction of engravings. Seen here during his year serving as Lord Mayor of London. 1791

The Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall (engraving)
654279 The Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall)

Edward the Martyr, 1773. Creator: Andrea Casali
Edward the Martyr, 1773

Joseph interpreting the dreams of Pharoahs chief butler and baker, 1766. Formerly said to be after Jusepe de Ribera

Guercino Self-Portrait, 1790-99. Creator: Francesco Bartolozzi
Guercino Self-Portrait, 1790-99

The Beggars Opera, Act III, July 1, 1790. Creator: William Blake
The Beggars Opera, Act III, July 1, 1790

The Beggars Opera, Act III, 1790. Creator: William Blake
The Beggars Opera, Act III, 1790

Wooded Landscape with Riders, August 1, 1797. Creator: Thomas Gainsborough
Wooded Landscape with Riders, August 1, 1797

Wooded Landscape with Peasant Reading Tombstone, Rustic Lovers and Ruined Church, August 1, 1797

Wooded Landscape with Two Country Carts and Figures, August 1, 1797

Wooded Landscape with Herdsmen Driving Cattle over a Bridge, Rustic Lovers and Ruined Castle, 1797

Wooded Landscape with Herdsmen and Cows, August 1, 1797. Creator: Thomas Gainsborough
Wooded Landscape with Herdsmen and Cows, August 1, 1797

Virgin and Child, 1775. Creator: Unknown
Virgin and Child, 1775

The Prodigal Son (Houghton Gallery), 1781. Creator: Simon Francois Ravenet
The Prodigal Son (Houghton Gallery), 1781. After Salvator Rosa

Three Soldiers, 1766-67. Creator: Richard Earlom
Three Soldiers, 1766-67. After Salvator Rosa

Head in Profile of Prodigal Son, 1766. Creator: Richard Earlom
Head in Profile of Prodigal Son, 1766. After Salvator Rosa

Girl and Pigs, 1783. Creator: Richard Earlom
Girl and Pigs, 1783. After Thomas Gainsborough

Seaport with Sailors Loading Merchandise, 1774. Creator: Richard Earlom
Seaport with Sailors Loading Merchandise, 1774. After Claude Lorrain

Landscape with Figures, 1774. Creator: Richard Earlom
Landscape with Figures, 1774. After Claude Lorrain

Landscape with Cupid and Psyche, 1776. Creator: Richard Earlom
Landscape with Cupid and Psyche, 1776. After Claude Lorrain

Christ Summoning Peter and Andrew, 1776. Creator: Richard Earlom
Christ Summoning Peter and Andrew, 1776. Matthew 4:18. After Claude Lorrain

The Reward of Cruelty, 1790. Creator: J Bell
The Reward of Cruelty, 1790. After William Hogarth

Sigismonda (Sigismunda), June 4, 1795. Creator: Benjamin Smith
Sigismonda (Sigismunda), June 4, 1795. After Tristam Bampfylde Freeman

A Collection of Etchings and Engravings in Imitation of Drawings from Various Old Masters, Being Facsimiles of Their Respective Performances, Chiefly by Arthur Pond, & Charles Knapton

Pisanio and Imogen (Shakespeare, Cymbeline, Act 3, Scene 4), first published 1801; reissued 1852

King Lear, 1783. Creator: William Sharp
King Lear, 1783

Mrs. Ford and Mrs Page (Shakespeare, Merry Wives of Windsor, Act 2, Scene 1), 1793

The Virgin in prayer, looking at the sleeping infant Christ, in an oval frame, after Reni, 1765

Gunhilda accused of adultery, 1760. Creator: Simon Francois Ravenet
Gunhilda accused of adultery, 1760. [Gunhilda, Empress of Germany, daughter of Canute King of England, having been accused of adultery and treated as guilty by the Emperor, is defended by her Page

Hamlet, Horatio, Marcellus and the Ghost (Shakespeare, Hamlet, Act 1, Scene 4), first published 1796; reissued 1852

King Lear Casting Out His Daughter Cordelia (Shakespeare, King Lear, Act 1, Scene 1), first published 1792; reissued 1852

Dogs and Still Life, 1778. Creators: Pierre-Charles Canot, Joseph Farington
Dogs and Still Life, 1778

The Palace at Westminster: King Henry and the Prince of Wales (Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part 2, Act 4, Scene 4), first published 1795; reissued 1852

Queen Catherine, Cardinal Wolsey and Cardinal Campeius (Shakespeare, King Henry VIII, Act 3, Scene 1), first published 1796; reissued 1852

Portrait of Helena Fourment, with a young page behind her, 1782

A Blacksmiths Shop, August 25, 1771. Creator: Richard Earlom
A Blacksmiths Shop, August 25, 1771

The Virgin seated with the infant Christ sleeping in her lap, Saint Elizabeth at right, an oval composition, after Reni, 1776

Miranda (Shakespeare, The Tempest, Act 1, Scene 2), 1784. Creator: Caroline Watson
Miranda (Shakespeare, The Tempest, Act 1, Scene 2), 1784

Garrick Speaking the Jubilee Ode, 1784. Creator: Caroline Watson
Garrick Speaking the Jubilee Ode, 1784

Bacchus accompanied by a Bacchante and a faun, 1768. Creators: Carlo Faucci
Bacchus accompanied by a Bacchante and a faun, 1768

Infant Shakespeare Attended by Nature and the Passions, 1799. Creator: Benjamin Smith
Infant Shakespeare Attended by Nature and the Passions, 1799

The Princess, Rosaline, etc. (Shakespeare, Loves Labour s
The Princess, Rosaline, etc. (Shakespeare, Loves Labours Lost, Act 4, Scene 1), first published 1793; reissued 1852

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Boydell, a name synonymous with the artistic and cultural heritage of London. John Boydell, a renowned British publisher of engravings, left an indelible mark on the art world with his contributions to various iconic works. One such masterpiece is "View near Limehouse Bridge, London, looking down the River Thames" from 1751. This captivating piece captures the essence of London's bustling riverfront and showcases Boydell's keen eye for detail. Another notable creation by Boydell is "Prince Henry, Hotspur and Falstaff, " an engraving inspired by Shakespeare's King Henry. This evocative artwork brings to life these beloved characters in all their glory. Cornhill in 1630 also owes its fame to Boydell's vision. His published view of this historic location transports viewers back in time, allowing them to witness the charm and grandeur that once graced its streets. The Shakespeare Gallery in Pall Mall stands as a testament to Boydell's dedication to promoting artistry. Through engravings and other mediums, he showcased Shakespearean masterpieces like no other. The gallery became a hub for artists and admirers alike who sought inspiration from these timeless works. Not limited to Shakespeare alone, Boydell ventured into diverse subjects as well. From Andrea Casali's poignant depiction of Edward the Martyr in 1773 to Francesco Bartolozzi capturing Joseph interpreting dreams in 1766 - each piece reflects Boydell's commitment to showcasing exceptional talent across genres. "The Beggars Opera" holds a special place among Boydell's collection too. William Blake immortalized Act III through his creative genius not once but twice - both versions capturing the raw emotions and societal commentary embedded within this iconic play. In every stroke of ink or chisel on copper plate, John Boydell breathed life into countless artworks that continue to captivate audiences today. His legacy endures as a visionary who championed the arts, leaving an indelible mark on London's cultural landscape.