Nell Gwynn Collection

Eleanor Gwynne (Nell), actress and mistress of Charles II; Obit 1687, 1810. Creator: Richard Earlom
Eleanor Gwynne (Nell), actress and mistress of Charles II; Obit 1687, 1810. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth

Nell Gwynne, after Sir Peter Lely, 1891. Creator: Unknown
Nell Gwynne, after Sir Peter Lely, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Gwynne Street from the Site of Nell Gwynnes Birthplace (colour litho)
3101343 Gwynne Street from the Site of Nell Gwynnes Birthplace (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nell Gwyn, Restoration actress, lover of the Earl of Rochester, long-time mistress of King Charles II of England
6340208 Nell Gwyn, Restoration actress, lover of the Earl of Rochester, long-time mistress of King Charles II of England, 1650-1687 by Wright, Thomas (1792-1849); (add.info.: Nell Gwyn)

The remains of the residence of Nell Gwynn (engraving)
614376 The remains of the residence of Nell Gwynn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The remains of the residence of Nell Gwynn)

Portrait of Nell Gwyn (engraving)
820158 Portrait of Nell Gwyn (engraving) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nell Gwyn, actress and mistress of King Charles II of England, seated wearing loose robes)

Nell Gwynn (engraving)
662675 Nell Gwynn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nell Gwynn. Illustration from A Short History of the English People by J R Green (Macmillan, 1892)

The residence of Nell Gwynne (engraving)
614388 The residence of Nell Gwynne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The residence of Nell Gwynne, mistress of King Charles II, at Bagnigge Wells)

Eleanor Gwyne (engraving)
961548 Eleanor Gwyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eleanor Gwyne (1650-1687). " Nell" Gwyn was an actress and mistress of Charles II

King Charles II with Nell Gwyn (lithograph)
3094236 King Charles II with Nell Gwyn (lithograph) by Reynolds, John (1909-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Charles II with Nell Gwyn)

Portrait of Nell Gwynne (colour litho)
2775426 Portrait of Nell Gwynne (colour litho) by Cooper, Samuel (1609-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Nell Gwynne)

Scene from Our Nell (b / w photo)
5995797 Scene from Our Nell (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Our Nell. Illustration for The Play Pictorial, 1924.); © Look and Learn

Phaeton with a Pair of Cream Ponies and a Stable-Lad, 1780 and 1784
Phaeton with a Pair of Cream Ponies and a Stable-Lad; Phaeton with a pair of cream ponies and a tiger-lad; Charles II and Nell Gwynn at Newmarket Heath; Phaeton with 2 Cream Ponies

Nell Gwynnes House, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Nell Gwynnes House, (c1878). View of Sandford Manor House, Waterford Road, Chelsea, (now part of London). The house is also known as Nell Gwynnes house

The Cock and Magpie Public House, Drury Lane, Westminster, London, 1807. Nell Gwynne is reputed to have had lodgings in this building

The Cock and Magpie Tavern, Drury Lane, Westminster, London, 1862. Artist: Waldo Sargeant
The Cock and Magpie Tavern, Drury Lane, Westminster, London, 1862. Nell Gwynne is reputed to have had lodgings in this building

Bagnigge Wells tea gardens, Battle Bridge, London, c1800. This building was formerly the country house of Nell Gwynn. Battle Bridge is the area now known as Kings Cross

View of Sandford Manor House, Waterford Road, Chelsea, 1869. The house is also known as Nell Gwynnes house

Nell Gwynnes house, Bagnigge Wells, St Pancras, London, 1865. Artist: Waldo Sargeant
View of Nell Gwynnes house, Bagnigge Wells, St Pancras, London, 1865; in the foreground a man sits by a hand pushed barrow

Nell Gwynnes House, Bagnigge Wells, Clerkenwell, London, c1814 (1911). Artist: C J Smith
Nell Gwynnes House, Bagnigge Wells, Clerkenwell, London, c1814 (1911). Eleanor (Nell) Gwyn (1650-1687) was an actress and long time mistress of King Charles II of England and Scotland

Charles II and Nell Gwynn, 17th century (1905). From Cassells History of England, Vol. III, [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1905]

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Nell Gwynn, the captivating and enigmatic figure of the Restoration era, continues to captivate our imaginations even centuries after her time. Born in a humble abode on Gwynne Street, this street now stands as a reminder of her birthplace and legacy. As an actress, Nell Gwynn graced the stage with her charm and talent. Her performances were celebrated by audiences who were enthralled by her vivacious spirit. But it was not just her acting prowess that made Nell stand out; she also captured the hearts of influential men. One such man was the Earl of Rochester, whose love for Nell is well-documented. Their passionate affair added fuel to the already scandalous reputation surrounding Nell's name. However, it was King Charles II who would become Nell's most famous lover. Becoming Charles II's long-time mistress elevated Nell to unprecedented heights within society. She became a prominent figure at court and enjoyed privileges that few could dream of. Despite their differences in status, their relationship endured until Nell's untimely death in 1687. The remains of Nell Gwynn's residence serve as a poignant reminder of her life beyond the stage and royal chambers. These remnants offer glimpses into a world where she lived and loved passionately. Portraits and engravings immortalize Nell's beauty for future generations to admire. Each stroke captures her allure, leaving us mesmerized by this woman who enchanted both king and commoner alike. In addition to being remembered as an actress and mistress, there are other facets to explore about Eleanor "Nelly" Gwyne - from scenes depicting Our Nell on stage to images showcasing Phaeton with Cream Ponies alongside a stable-lad - revealing more dimensions to this intriguing personality. Even though time has passed since she walked among us, we can still feel the echoes of Nell Gwynn's presence.