George Frederic Warner Collection

Initial page from the Lindisfarne Gospels, late 7th or early 8th century. Gospel of St John the Evangelist, originally produced in Lindisfarne, North East England

Two of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse, early 14th century. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders, and Initials by George F Warner, series I

Ascension and Pentecost, 1290-1300. From La Somme Le Roy, produced in France. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders, and Initials by George F Warner

Text page with the Virgin and two peacocks, c1490. From the Sforza Hours, produced in Milan. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Agreement by Oliver Goldsmith to write for James Dodsley, 31st March 1763. 1899. Artist: Oliver Goldsmith
Agreement by Oliver Goldsmith to write for the bookseller James Dodsley, 31 March 1763 (1899). From Facsimiles of Royal, Historical

Letter from Oliver Cromwell, 17th Century (1899). Artist: Oliver Cromwell
Letter from Oliver Cromwell, 17th Century (1899). From Facsimiles of Royal, Historical, Literary and other Autographs in the Department of Manuscripts of the British Museum. Series I-V. by George F

The Tower of London with London Bridge, c1500, (c1901). Charles, Duke of Orleans can be seen writing inside the Tower of London, and also at a window and in the courtyard, sending a letter

St Gregory the Great receiving inspiration from the Holy Spirit, c1490. Portrait of Pope Gregory (540-604 AD) from the Sforza Hours produced in Milan

Illuminated letter D, 15th century. First chapter of the Ethics of Aristotle, in Spanish, originally produced in Sicily. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures

Henry VI before the Virgin and Child, c1420. King Henry VI, supported by St Katharine, kneels before Mary and her son. From the Psalter of Henry VI, produced in France

Two bible scenes, late 14th century. The persecution of the early Christians, and the offering of gifts to the Church in the form of St Peter

Text page with illuminated initial letters, 14th century. From Racionale divinorum officiorum, produced in Italy. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Bible scenes, late 13th century. The parable of the labourers in the vineyard, the mirace of the ten lepers, the episode of Zachaeus

King David, mid-13th century. Scenes from the life of David: playing his lyre; killing Goliath; playing a row of bells; being anointed and crowned. From a Latin psalter produced in France

The Resurrection, c1240. Christ rising from the tomb. From Miniatures from the Life of Christ, produced in Germany. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures

Illuminated iniitial P, 1172. Book of Proverbs, beginning with decorated iniitial P, King Solomon surrounded by representations of Wisdom, Prudence, Justice and Fortune

Tree of Jesse and Virgin and Child enthroned, c1130-1140. The Tree of Jesse, flanked by Abraham and Moses, and the Virgin and Child enthroned, within an architectural framework

Illuminated initials I and N, 9th century. Beginning of the Gospel of St John, decorated with an interlace pattern, originally produced in Northern France in the second half of the 9th century

Page from the Lindisfarne Gospels, 710-721 AD. Gospel of St John the Evangelist, originally produced in Lindisfarne, North East England

Text page with portraits of Francesco Sforza, 1490. Page with illuminated border in arabesque with portraits of Francesco Sforza, Duke of Milan, and Lodovico Sforza

Illuminated initial letters, late 15th century. From De Civitate Dei, written and illuminated in Italy. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy, 1473. Charles (1433-1477) promulgates his ordinance among his court. From the Ordnance of Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy

St Mark writing his gospel, 1414-1423. Artist: Workshop of the Master of the Duke of Bedford
St Mark writing his gospel, 1414-1423. The symbolic lion holds the saints ink pot and pen-case in its teeth. Other vignettes show episodes from the life of the saint

Coronation of Charles V, c1365. From the Order of the Coronation of the King of France, showing Charles (1337-1380) being greeted by the archbishop at the Catheral of Reims

Prudence, Temperance, Fortitude and Justice, 1290-1300. From La Somme Le Roy, produced in France. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Illuminated initial letters, 13th century. From a work by Vegetius on the Art of War, originally produced in Northern France in the latter part of the 13th century

The angel and the shepherds, late 12th century. From Miniatures of the Life of Christ, produced in Northern France. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures

Initial letter B, 980-1000 AD. From the Ramsey Psalter, originally produced in Winchester. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Crucifixion, 980-1000 AD. The Virgin and St John inscribing his testimony on a scroll, from the Ramsey Psalter, originally produced in Winchester

Names of the four Evangelists, c800 AD. The names of the gospel writers Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, in a roundel with cockerels and peacocks

St Matthew, c800 AD. St Matthew seated, holding his Gospel, from the Harley Golden Gospels, produced in the Carolingian Empire

David playing his lyre, 725-750 AD. From the Vespasian Psalter. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders, and Initials by George F Warner, series I

St Anne with the Virgin and child, 1516-1529. From the Prayerbook of Joanna of Ghistelles (also known as the Prayerbook of the Abbess of Messines), produced in Bruges

Sergius Orata and other Romans, 1473-1480. Artist: Francois Fouquet
Sergius Orata and other Romans, 1473-1480. Sergius Orata pointing to the hanging baths (balneae pensiles) invented by him; Sergius Orata inspecting his artificial preserves for sea-fish;

Amadee de Saluces and the Virgin, middle of the 15th century. The Virgin and Child with the patron, Amadee de Saluces, daughter of Manfroy, Seigneur de Carde

Text page with illuminated initial letter, early 15th century. From ordinances and other matters, in Latin and French, relating to the office of Admiral of England and to the Court of Admiralty

The Annunciation, 1413-1419. From the Breviary of John the Fearless, produced in Paris. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

The Call of Abraham, early 15th century. From La Bible Hystoriaux ou les Histoires Escolastres, a bible history in French, written and illuminated in France. It belonged to Jean, Duke of Berry

Page of decorated text, 1284-1316. Latin text with floral decoration and a man fighting with an animal. From the Alphonso Psalter (formerly known as the Tenison Psalter), produced in England

Page of text with illuminated initial letter, 14th century. From a bible originally produced in Northern Italy. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Ascension, c1155. Beginning of St Johns Gospel. The Ascension, and below, St John enthroned between two visionary events of the Old Testament, and figures of the prophets commenting upon them

David and Samuel, 1121-1161. David tending his flock and rescuing the lamb from the lion, and below, Samuel anointing David in the presence of his father

St Luke, 1010-1020. St Luke, seated with an open book. He is looking at his symbol, a calf, which is holding a golden horn in its mouth

Crucifixion, early 14th century. Christ on the cross with the Virgin and St John, and below, Adam collects Christs blood in a chalice. From a Latin psalter produced in England

Illuminated initial letters, 1405-1415. From the Great Bible (St Jerome version). Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Hannah before Eli the high priest, 1413-1419. From the Breviary of John the Fearless, produced in Paris. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Adoration of the Magi, c1420. From the Chevalier Hours. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders, and Initials by George F Warner, series I

Adoration of the Magi, c1490-1497. The Holy Family, with kneeling Magi and angels above, text with decorated initial S, and borders of trompe l oeil decoration with acanthus and flowers

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George Frederic Warner was a man deeply immersed in the world of art and literature, as evident from the diverse range of historical artifacts associated with his name. From the initial page of the Lindisfarne Gospels, dating back to the late 7th or early 8th century, to two striking depictions of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse from the early 14th century, Warner's collection spanned centuries. One notable piece in his possession was an exquisite portrayal of Ascension and Pentecost created between 1290-1300. This artwork captured both spiritual significance and artistic brilliance. Another fascinating artifact was an agreement by Oliver Goldsmith to write for James Dodsley on March 31st, 1763. The document showcased not only Goldsmith's talent but also Warner's appreciation for literary history. Warner's collection extended beyond manuscripts and letters; it included a letter from Oliver Cromwell himself during the 17th century. This personal correspondence provided insight into one of England's most influential figures. Additionally, Warner possessed a captivating depiction of The Tower of London with London Bridge circa 1500 - a testament to his interest in architectural heritage. Among his treasures were also text pages adorned with intricate illuminations such as those featuring St Gregory receiving inspiration from the Holy Spirit and an illuminated letter "D" from different periods spanning several centuries. Warner's collection further highlighted Henry VI before the Virgin and Child around 1420 - a poignant representation that spoke volumes about medieval devotion. Lastly, he owned two bible scenes dating back to late fourteenth-century Europe which showcased religious narratives through stunning craftsmanship.