John Thomas Collection

Europe, England, North Yorkshire, Castle Howard

Emblematic Group of Figures, by Mr. John Thomas, over the Principal Entrance of the Leeds... 1858. Creator: Unknown
Emblematic Group of Figures, by Mr. John Thomas, over the Principal Entrance of the Leeds Townhall, 1858. Bas-relief by...Mr. Thomas of London, the sculptor of the Houses of Parliament

"Queen Boadicea" - J. Thomas, sculptor - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Creator: J. R. C
"Queen Boadicea" - J. Thomas, sculptor - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Sculpture of Boudicca, queen of the ancient British Iceni tribe. Mr

Pediment of the Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Pediment of the Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington, [London], 1854. Sculpture on the magnificent hotel lately erected at the Paddington terminus of the Great Western Railway...the sumptuous style

The Statue of Sir Hugh Myddelton at Islington-green, sculptured by the late John Thomas, 1862. Creator: Mason Jackson
The Statue of Sir Hugh Myddelton at Islington-green [in London], sculptured by the late John Thomas, 1862....a fine public monument...to the memory of the great engineer, who

Outside the Peoples Palace in the Mile End Road, c1935. Creator: Donald McLeish
Outside the Peoples Palace in the Mile End Road, c1935. The Peoples Palace was the brainchild of philanthropist John Thomas Barber Beaumont (1774-1841)

England, North Yorkshire, Castle Howard

John Thomas, the well-known sculptor and modeller (engraving)
5199468 John Thomas, the well-known sculptor and modeller (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Thomas, the well-known sculptor and modeller)

The Statue of Sir Hugh Myddelton at Islington-Green, sculptured by the late John Thomas (engraving)
1587905 The Statue of Sir Hugh Myddelton at Islington-Green, sculptured by the late John Thomas (engraving) by English School

The late John Thomas, Sculptor (engraving)
1587780 The late John Thomas, Sculptor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late John Thomas, Sculptor)

The statue of Sir Hugh Myddleton at Islington Green, sculptured by the late John Thomas (engraving)
602943 The statue of Sir Hugh Myddleton at Islington Green, sculptured by the late John Thomas (engraving) by English School

The majolica fountain in the International Exhibition 1862 (colour litho)
558143 The majolica fountain in the International Exhibition 1862 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait Of Dr John Thomas, Bishop Of Rochester, 1782. Creator: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Portrait Of Dr John Thomas, Bishop Of Rochester, 1782

A Perfect Description of the Firework in Covent Garden that was perform d at the Charge of the Gentry and other inhabitans of that Parish for ye joyfull returan [sic] of His Ma[jes]tie from His

Fragment of London Wall at St. Giles, Cripplegate, 1812, (1925). Creator: John Thomas Smith
Fragment of London Wall at St. Giles, Cripplegate, 1812, (1925). Depiction of the wall as it stood in the churchyard of St Giles without Cripplegate in 1793

A Curious Gate at Stepney, 1791. This House by Tradition is call d King Johns Gate from what Authority is not known, but will serve as a specimen of Variegated Brick work

Entrances to Little Sanctuary and Thieving Lane, Westminster, London, 1807. Artist
Entrances to Little Sanctuary and Thieving Lane, Westminster, London, 1807. South-east view with a description

East entrance to the cell in the south-west tower of the Tower of London, 1802. Artist
East entrance to the cell in the south-west tower of the Tower of London, 1802

North view of the cell in the south-west tower of the Tower of London, 1802. Artist
North view of the cell in the south-west tower of the Tower of London, 1802

Buildings on the eastern side of New Palace Yard, Palace of Westminster, London, 1808. View from the River Thames

South-west view of the Jewel Tower, Old Palace Yard, Westminster, London, c1805. Artist
South-west view of the Jewel Tower, Old Palace Yard, Westminster, London, c1805. Together with Westminster Hall, the Jewel Tower is one of the only remaining parts of the medieval Palace of

North-west view of the Jewel Tower, Old Palace Yard, Westminster, London, c1805. Artist
North-west view of the Jewel Tower, Old Palace Yard, Westminster, London, c1805. Together with Westminster Hall, the Jewel Tower is one of the only remaining parts of the medieval Palace of

View of Old Palace Yard from the south, Westminster, London, c1750

St James Park, from the Mall in front of St Jamess Palace, Westminster, London, 1807. Westminster Abbey can be seen in the distance

Rosamonds Pond, St Jamess Park, Westminster, London, 1791

Westminster, London, 1808. Artist
Westminster, London, 1808. A south view of Westminster from Mill-Bank, where the Kings Scholars-Pond sewer empties itself into the Thames

Entrance to Thrales brewhouse (later Berkeley Perkins brewery), Southwark, London, c1820. Depicts Anchor Brewery in Park Street, Southwark

Tradescants House, South Lambeth, London, 1798. Artist: J Caulfield
Tradescants House, South Lambeth, London, 1798. View of the house occupied by John Tradescant (c1570-c1637), traveller, naturalist and gardener

View of a manor house on Shacklewell Green, Hackney, London, 1800. The house was the residence of the Tyssen family

View of Wood Street Compter, City of London, 1793. Artist: John Thomas Smith
View of Wood Street Compter, City of London, 1793

Part of the vestibule of the Temple Church, City of London, 1812. View showing a series of arches divided by pilasters with corinthian capitals

View of the Poultry Compter, City of London, 1813. Artist: John Thomas Smith
View of the Poultry Compter, City of London, 1813

South-west view of Old Bethlehem Hospital, Moorfields and London Wall, City of London, 1814

View of parts of London Wall and Old Bethlehem Hospital (Bedlam), City of London, 1814

Guy, Earl of Warwick, relief in Warwick Lane at the corner of Newgate Street, City of London, 1791. Beneath the image is a description

Front view of the watch tower on Ludgate Hill, City of London, 1793. With a description and small street plan beneath

Interior view of a kitchen, Leathersellers Hall, Little St Helens, City of London, 1800
Interior view of a kitchen, Leathersellers Hall, Little St Helen s, City of London, 1800. The building was demolished in 1799

Ornate water pump in the yard at Leathersellers Hall, Little St Helens, City of London, 1791
Ornate water pump in the yard at Leathersellers Hall, Little St Helen s, City of London, 1791. The water pump is decorated with military equipment and musical instruments

Mutilated figures of the mythical King Lud and his two sons Androgeus and Theomantius, 1795. The image also includes a brief explanation

Building at the entrance of Little St Helens, City of London, 1870
Building at the entrance of Little St Helen s, City of London, 1870. View with a man outside and figures in the doorway

Bas relief of a gardener, Gardners Lane, City of London, 1791. Against Mr. Holyland stables on the corner of High Timber Street

View of no 8 Bolt Court, where Dr Samuel Johnson lived, City of London, 1835. Artist
View of no 8 Bolt Court, where Dr Samuel Johnson lived, City of London, 1835

Interior view of Sir Paul Pindars House, Bishopsgate, City of London, 1812. Artist
Interior view of Sir Paul Pindars House, Bishopsgate, City of London, 1812

Billposter sticking bills up on a wall, 1815. Artist: John Thomas Smith
Billposter sticking bills up on a wall, 1815. He is also putting up announcements of publications, with his brushes and carrying a basket containing the adhesive paste round his neck

Lord Mayor of London, John Thomas Thorp, dressed for a royal coronation, 1821. Artist
Lord Mayor of London, John Thomas Thorp, dressed in his coronation robe, ostrich feather hat and mace for the coronation of King George IV, 1821

Staffordshire Ware, Cries of London, 1819. Artist: John Thomas Smith
Staffordshire Ware, 1819. A tired-looking man wearing a smock and a top hat stands beside two large baskets full of china made in the Staffordshire potteries. From Cries of London, 1819

Bilberries, Cries of London, 1819. Artist: John Thomas Smith
Bilberries, 1819. A bilberry seller, holding a basket and a jug, presumably for measuring out a portion of berries. From Cries of London, 1819

Chick-Weed, Cries of London, 1819 Artist: John Thomas Smith
Chick-Weed, 1819. A chickweed seller, carrying a basket filled with the herb. A chickweed poultice can be used to treat skin conditions, and taken internallly it can treat a number of disorders

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John Thomas: A Master Sculptor and Visionary of his Time Hailing from Europe, specifically England's North Yorkshire, John Thomas was a renowned sculptor who left an indelible mark on the art world. His talent and craftsmanship were revered during his time, as evidenced by the numerous engravings and lithographs that immortalize his works. One such masterpiece is the majestic statue of Sir Hugh Myddelton at Islington-Green. Carved skillfully by John Thomas himself, this sculpture stands tall as a testament to his artistic prowess. Its intricate details captivate viewers even today, showcasing the sculptor's ability to breathe life into stone. Outside the Peoples Palace in Mile End Road, c1935, we find another glimpse into John Thomas' legacy. Captured in a photograph by Donald McLeish, it showcases how his creations adorned public spaces with grandeur and elegance. But it wasn't just public monuments that defined John Thomas' career; he also dabbled in other mediums like majolica fountain design for the International Exhibition of 1862. This vibrant piece showcased not only his versatility but also his ability to infuse beauty into everyday objects. Even historical events found their way under John Thomas' creative gaze. The Flooded Colliery at Troedyrhiw became an engraving that depicted both tragedy and resilience amidst adversity—a poignant reminder of human strength against nature's wrath. In addition to these visual representations of his work, there are portraits capturing John Thomas himself—a man whose passion for sculpting knew no bounds. One such portrait painted by Sir Joshua Reynolds portrays him as Dr. John Thomas, Bishop of Rochester in 1782—an esteemed figure within both religious and artistic circles. Furthermore, fragments of London Wall at St Giles Cripplegate serve as a testament to not only history but also to John Thomas' dedication towards preserving heritage through artistry.