Herbert John Clifford Grierson Collection

Title Page of the Geneva Bible, 1614, (1943). Creator: Unknown
Title Page of the Geneva Bible, 1614, (1943). The " Geneva" version of the Bible is significant because it was the first mechanically printed

Lord Byron as a Boy, 1799, (1943). Creator: Thomas Lawrence
Lord Byron as a Boy, 1799, (1943). Portrait of a child, possibly British poet George Gordon Byron (1788-1824). From " The English Bible", by Sir Herbert Grierson. [Collins, London, 1943]

William Tyndale, (1943). Creator: Unknown
William Tyndale, (1943). Undated portrait of a man, previously believed to be English translator and martyr William Tyndale (c1494-1536). Tyndale set out to translate the Bible into common English

The Sluggard, 19th century, (1943). Creator: Henry Fitzcook
The Sluggard, 19th century, (1943). A scruffy man lounges against a wall. His overgrown garden is full of thistles, and the church spire in the distance is choked with ivy

John Ruskin, 1879, (1943). Creator: Hubert von Herkomer
John Ruskin, 1879, (1943). Portrait of English author and critic John Ruskin (1819-1900). Ruskin was a leading art and social critic, author, poet and artist of the Victorian period

The Just Upright Man Is Laughed To Scorn, c1825, (1943). Creator: William Blake
The Just Upright Man Is Laughed To Scorn, c1825, (1943). Biblical scene, illustration to the Book of Job: Job laments the fact that, even though he has understanding and is morally upright

Bunyans Cottage, Elstow, Bedford, 1943. Creator: Henry Stannard
Bunyans Cottage, Elstow, Bedford, 1943. House lived in by John Bunyan (1628-1688), an English nonconformist preacher and writer

John Milton, (1943). Creator: George Vertue
John Milton, (1943). Portrait of English writer and poet John Milton (1608-1674) aged 62 in 1670, according to the Latin inscription

James I, 1620, (1943). Creator: Unknown
James I, 1620, (1943). Portrait of James I and VI (1566-1625), King of England and Scotland. James sponsored the publication of the King James Version of the Bible

The Resurrection, 1483, (1943). Creator: Unknown
The Resurrection, 1483, (1943). Christ rising from his tomb after being crucified. Page from the " Golden Legend", a collection of hagiographies compiled c1260 by Jacobus de Varagine

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Herbert John Clifford Grierson was a man of many interests and talents, as reflected in the diverse collection of artworks he curated. The Title Page of the Geneva Bible, 1614, showcases his appreciation for historical artifacts and religious texts. Grierson's fascination with literature is evident in Lord Byron as a Boy, 1799, which depicts the renowned poet during his formative years. In William Tyndale, Grierson pays homage to an influential figure in English history who translated the Bible into English. The Sluggard captures Grierson's interest in moral lessons through art, showcasing a 19th-century painting by Henry Fitzcook that warns against laziness. Grierson also had an affinity for biblical scenes such as Elijah Restoring the Widows Son by Ford Madox Brown. This painting reflects his admiration for religious narratives and their artistic interpretations. John Ruskin, depicted in a portrait from 1879 by Hubert von Herkomer, represents Grierson's appreciation for intellectual thinkers and their contributions to society. Similarly, The Just Upright Man Is Laughed To Scorn by William Blake exemplifies Grierson's fascination with thought-provoking works that challenge societal norms. Bunyans Cottage offers insight into Grierson's love for British heritage and landmarks. This depiction of John Bunyan's residence showcases his passion for preserving cultural history. John Milton holds significant importance to literary enthusiasts like Grierson; hence he included a portrayal of him created by George Vertue. James I is another historical figure featured within this collection - an unknown artist capturing the essence of this monarch in 1620. The Resurrection artwork from 1483 demonstrates how deeply rooted religion was within Greirson’s curation choices. Lastly, First Page of St Matthews Gospel serves as evidence of his respect for ancient manuscripts and their role in shaping our understanding of history.