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Sheridan Richard Brinsley Collection

Sheridan Richard Brinsley, born in 1751 and passed away in 1816, was a prominent figure in the world of literature and politics during his time

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: The Duenna & Little Isaac, April 1, 1784. Creator: William Paulet Carey

The Duenna & Little Isaac, April 1, 1784. Creator: William Paulet Carey
The Duenna & Little Isaac, April 1, 1784

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816), politician, playwright, c1800s

Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816), politician, playwright, c1800s. Creator: John Cox Dillman Engleheart
Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816), politician, playwright, c1800s

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Creator: Unknown

New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Creator: Unknown
New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Intended as a Frontispiece to the Satirical Poem of all the Talents'

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Elsie Leslie, 1899. Creator: Zaida Ben-Yusuf

Elsie Leslie, 1899. Creator: Zaida Ben-Yusuf
Elsie Leslie, 1899. Photograph is full-length portrait of actress Elsie Leslie in costume as Lydia Languish in Richard Sheridan's play The Rivals. (Leslie ws America's first child star)

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: R. B. Sheridan, (1751-1816), 1830. Creator: Unknown

R. B. Sheridan, (1751-1816), 1830. Creator: Unknown
R. B. Sheridan, (1751-1816), 1830. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816) Irish satirist, playwright, poet, and long-term owner of the London Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, educated at Harrow School

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Clearing Away the Rubbish, 1811. Creator: Charles Williams

Clearing Away the Rubbish, 1811. Creator: Charles Williams
Clearing Away the Rubbish, 1811

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: The Ex-Minister and the Meteor, published April 13, 1804. Creator: Charles Williams

The Ex-Minister and the Meteor, published April 13, 1804. Creator: Charles Williams
The Ex-Minister and the Meteor, published April 13, 1804

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: The Honeymoon, 1806. Creator: Charles Williams

The Honeymoon, 1806. Creator: Charles Williams
The Honeymoon, 1806

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Pillars of the Constitution, February 1, 1809. Creator: James Gillray

Pillars of the Constitution, February 1, 1809. Creator: James Gillray
Pillars of the Constitution, February 1, 1809

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Blowing-up the Pic-Nic s; -or-Harlequin Quixote Attacking the Puppets, vide Totten

Blowing-up the Pic-Nic s; -or-Harlequin Quixote Attacking the Puppets, vide Tottenham Street Pantomime, April 2, 1802

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805. Creator: James Gillray

Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805. Creator: James Gillray
Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Suitable Restrictions, January 28, 1789. January 28, 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

Suitable Restrictions, January 28, 1789. January 28, 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Suitable Restrictions, January 28, 1789

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: A Sweating for Opposition by Dr. W-llis Dominisweaty and Co. March 6, 1789

A Sweating for Opposition by Dr. W-llis Dominisweaty and Co. March 6, 1789

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Public Characters, April 1, 1801. April 1, 1801. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

Public Characters, April 1, 1801. April 1, 1801. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Public Characters, April 1, 1801

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: A Touch on the Times, December 29, 1788. December 29, 1788. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

A Touch on the Times, December 29, 1788. December 29, 1788. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Touch on the Times, December 29, 1788

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: The Times - Or A View Of The Old House In Little Brittain - With Nobody Going

The Times - Or A View Of The Old House In Little Brittain - With Nobody Going To Hannover, January 23, 1784

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: A Theatrical Candidate, 1797. 1797. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

A Theatrical Candidate, 1797. 1797. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Theatrical Candidate, 1797

Background imageSheridan Richard Brinsley Collection: Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775 / 76-1817) and Her Son... ). Creator

Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775 / 76-1817) and Her Son... ). Creator
Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775/76-1817) and Her Son (Charles Brinsley Sheridan, 1796-1843)


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Sheridan Richard Brinsley, born in 1751 and passed away in 1816, was a prominent figure in the world of literature and politics during his time. Known for his wit and sharp intellect, Sheridan made significant contributions to both the stage and the political arena. One of Sheridan's notable works is "The Duenna, " a comic opera that premiered on April 1, 1784. This play showcased his talent for writing humorous dialogue and entertaining plots. Another successful production by Sheridan was "Little Isaac, " also performed on April 1, 1784. In addition to his theatrical achievements, Sheridan dabbled in politics. He served as an ex-minister and faced various challenges throughout his career. One such incident is depicted in Charles Williams' publication titled "The Ex-Minister and the Meteor, " which was released on April 13, 1804. Sheridan's comedic play "The Honeymoon" premiered in 1806 under the direction of Charles Williams. This work highlighted Sheridan's ability to create amusing scenarios while exploring themes of love and marriage. As a politician, Sheridan believed strongly in upholding constitutional principles. James Gillray captured this sentiment through his artwork titled "Pillars of the Constitution" published on February 1, 1809. Despite being known for his humor-filled plays, there were instances where Sheridan faced opposition or criticism from others within society. Thomas Rowlandson depicted this aspect of his life through illustrations like "Suitable Restrictions" (January 28, 1789) or "A Sweating for Opposition by Dr. W-llis Dominisweaty & Co. " (March6, 1789). Throughout history, artists have immortalized figures like Sheridan through their creative interpretations. Thomas Rowlandson's piece called "Public Characters" (April1, 1801) aimed at capturing different personalities who shaped society during that era. Lastly, "Blowing-up the Pic-Nic s.