Sadlers Wells Collection

Cheshire West and Chester CW6 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cheshire West and Chester CW6 9

Sadlers Wells, from a view taken in 1756 (engraving)
3636356 Sadlers Wells, from a view taken in 1756 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sadlers Wells, from a view taken in 1756)

Sadlers Wells, before being replaced by the Musick House and Spa (engraving)
611043 Sadlers Wells, before being replaced by the Musick House and Spa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sadlers Wells)

Sadlers Wells, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 1809 (colour litho)
619484 Sadlers Wells, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 1809 (colour litho) by Rowlandson, T.(1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C.(1762-1832); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Sadlers Wells Theatre, Spa Fields, from London and it
931568 Sadlers Wells Theatre, Spa Fields, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co. 1827-1829 (engraving)g by Shepherd

Miss Wilkinson at Sadlers Wells (engraving)
583331 Miss Wilkinson at Sadlers Wells (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Wilkinson at Sadlers Wells)

Mr Dighton of Sadlers Wells in the character of Dennis O Neal (engraving)
583330 Mr Dighton of Sadlers Wells in the character of Dennis O Neal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Postcard of Robert Helpmann (1909-86) in The Wanderer 1941 (b / w photo)
DGC308105 Postcard of Robert Helpmann (1909-86) in The Wanderer 1941 (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer (20th century); 13.9x8.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Sadlers Wells, London (engraving)
584698 Sadlers Wells, London (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sadlers Wells)

Lecture on Heads, at the Long Room, opposite Sadlers Wells, on 20 June 1765 (engraving)
583852 Lecture on Heads, at the Long Room, opposite Sadlers Wells, on 20 June 1765 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lecture on Heads, at the Long Room)

Aquatic Theatre, Sadlers Wells (coloured engraving)
558207 Aquatic Theatre, Sadlers Wells (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aquatic Theatre, Sadlers Wells)

Times of the Day - Evening by William Hogarth
3785861 Times of the Day - Evening by William Hogarth by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); (add.info.: Times of the Day - Evening by William Hogarth. WH: English artist - 1697 -1764)

Sadlers Wells in 1756 (engraving)
3636355 Sadlers Wells in 1756 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sadlers Wells in 1756)

Pantomimes in London (engraving)
1601875 Pantomimes in London (engraving) by Crowquill, Alfred (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantomimes in London. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1853)

Christmas Pantomimes (engraving)
1610052 Christmas Pantomimes (engraving) by Leitch, Richard Principal (fl.1844-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Pantomimes)

Times of the Day: Evening, illustration from Hogarth Restored
STC451160 Times of the Day: Evening, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub

Joseph Grimaldi as Hock (coloured engraving)
584357 Joseph Grimaldi as Hock (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Grimaldi as Hock, in the Sixes)

North west view of Sadlers Wells, London (engraving)
584708 North west view of Sadlers Wells, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: North west view of Sadlers Wells, London, from a drawing by R C Andrews)

The Clown opposite Sadlers Wells, London (engraving)
607635 The Clown opposite Sadlers Wells, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Clown opposite Sadlers Wells)

South West View of Sadlers Wells in 1792, with a View of the theatre in its former
619547 South West View of Sadlers Wells in 1792, with a View of the theatre in its former state, 1814 (engraving) by Andrews, R.C

Grimaldi at the Aquatic Theatre (engraving)
733561 Grimaldi at the Aquatic Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grimaldi at the Aquatic Theatre, Sadlers Wells)

Total abstainers meeting in the Sadlers Wells Theatre (engraving)
587534 Total abstainers meeting in the Sadlers Wells Theatre (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Total abstainers meeting in the Sadlers Wells Theatre)

My first pantomime - when my grandfather took us children to Sadlers Wells, London (engraving)
584932 My first pantomime - when my grandfather took us children to Sadlers Wells, London (engraving) by Barnard, Frederick (1846-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pantomimes and Burlesques (engraving)
1620435 The Pantomimes and Burlesques (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pantomimes and Burlesques)

Nooks and Corners of Old England (engraving)
1096440 Nooks and Corners of Old England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nooks and Corners of Old England)

Evening (The Four Times of Day), March 25, 1738. Creator: William Hogarth
Evening (The Four Times of Day), March 25, 1738

Charnwood LE12 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Charnwood LE12 9

Sadlers Wells, Finsbury, London, c1820. Artist: J Garner
View of Sadlers Wells Theatre, Finsbury, London, c1820; with figures fishing along a stretch of water

Evening, plate III from Times of Day, 1738. Artist: Bernard Baron
Evening, plate III from Times of Day, 1738. Scene at Sadlers Wells, Finsbury, London, with Sir Hugh Middleton Tavern in the background. A lady with fan escorted by a man carrying a small girl

Sadlers Wells, 1756
Sadlers Wells in 1756. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury. Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin. 1789

Times of the Day, Evening, 1738 (engraving)
XJF396056 Times of the Day, Evening, 1738 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Four Times of Day: Evening, 1736
BAL72330 The Four Times of Day: Evening, 1736 by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 75x62.2 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

JOSEPH GRIMALDI (1779-1837). English comic actor, pantomimist and clown. Grimaldis theatrical debut at Sadlers Wells, in 1782, in the role of a monkey. Etching by George Cruikshank (1792-1878)

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Sadlers Wells, a historical gem captured through various engravings and lithographs, unveils its captivating story. In 1756, an enchanting view emerges before our eyes in a mesmerizing engraving. The image transports us to a time when this iconic place was at the height of its glory. Before being replaced by the Musick House and Spa, Sadlers Wells held an undeniable charm that resonated with all who visited. Another engraving showcases this transformation, leaving us longing for the days when it stood proud as a beacon of entertainment and relaxation. Fast forward to 1809, where Ackermanns Repository of Arts presents us with a vivid color lithograph capturing Sadlers Wells' allure. The vibrant depiction evokes feelings of joy and anticipation for what lies within those hallowed walls. Moving closer to the present day, we catch glimpses of performances that once graced Sadlers Wells Theatre in Spa Fields. Engravings immortalize Miss Wilkinson's talent on stage while Mr Dighton embodies his character Dennis O Neal with passion and skill. A postcard from 1941 introduces Robert Helpmann in The Wanderer—a black-and-white photo that captures both his artistry and the timeless magic woven into every performance at Sadlers Wells. London itself is not immune to the allure of this historic venue; another engraving portrays Sadlers Wells nestled amidst bustling city streets—an emblematic landmark cherished by locals and visitors alike. Beyond theatrical delights, even lectures found their home opposite Sadlers Wells' Long Room in 1765—a testament to its significance as not just an entertainment hub but also an intellectual center fostering knowledge exchange. The Aquatic Theatre at Sadlers Wells takes center stage in yet another colored engraving—its grandeur reflecting how water became intertwined with artistic expression within these very walls. As evening falls upon William Hogarth's Times of the Day series depicting life around London, one can imagine the vibrant energy emanating from Sadlers Wells.