Sir Philip Sydney Collection

Sir P. Sidney, (1554-1586), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir P. Sidney, (1554-1586), 1830. Philip Sidney (1554-1586) English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier, an aristocrat educated at Christ Church, Oxford and prominent figure of the Elizabethan age

Penshurst, Kent, 1903. Artist: George Samuel Elgood
Penshurst, Kent, 1903. Penshurst Place is a historic building near Tonbridge, Kent. It is the ancestral home of the Sidney family, and was the birthplace of the Elizabethan poet

The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - the Death of Sir... 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - the Death of Sir Philip Sidney at Zutphen, 1857. One of a...series of historic tableaux which enrich the walls of this elegant

Penshurst, Kent (engraving)
3649091 Penshurst, Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penshurst, Kent. The birth place of Sir Philip Sydney)

The Favourite Chair of Sir Philip Sydney (engraving)
1613000 The Favourite Chair of Sir Philip Sydney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Favourite Chair of Sir Philip Sydney)

Sir Philip Sidneys kindness to a soldier (engraving)
2808253 Sir Philip Sidneys kindness to a soldier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Philip Sidneys kindness to a soldier)

Thy necessity is greater than mine (engraving)
3634683 Thy necessity is greater than mine (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thy necessity is greater than mine. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1873)

Penshurst Castle, the seat of Sir Philip Sydney (engraving)
6007582 Penshurst Castle, the seat of Sir Philip Sydney (engraving) by Daniell, William (1769-1837) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penshurst Castle, the seat of Sir Philip Sydney)

Grammar school, Shrewsbury, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Grammar school, Shrewsbury, 1845. View of the Royal Free Grammar School in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, ...founded by King Edward VI.; and where, in the time of Elizabeth

The Sydney Oak, at Penshurst, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Sydney Oak, at Penshurst, 1844. Oak tree in the grounds of Penshurst Place in Kent, which was believed to have been planted at the time of the birth of English courtier

The Courtyard, Penshurst, c1870. Penshurst Place near Tonbridge, Kent, ancestral home of the Sidney family, birthplace of Elizabethan poet, courtier and soldier

Philip Sidney Memorial, the Schools, Shrewsbury, c1920s. Creator: Unknown
Philip Sidney Memorial, the Schools, Shrewsbury, c1920s. War memorial with sculpture of English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586), at Shrewsbury School in Shropshire

Sir Philip Sidney at Zutphen, 1586, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Sir Philip Sidney at Zutphen, 1586, (1890). Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586) Elizabethan poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier was shot in the thigh at the Battle of Zutphen

Sir William Russell at the Battle of Zutphen, 1586, (c1830s). Creator: J Rogers
Sir William Russell at the Battle of Zutphen, 1586, (c1830s). The Battle of Zutphen took place on 22 September 1586, near the village of Warnsveld and the town of Zutphen in Holland

Sir Philip Sidney, c1576, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: Unknown
Sir Philip Sidney, c1576, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English poet, courtier, scholar and soldier Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586), one of the most prominent figures of the Elizabethan age

Sir Philip Sidney and the Dying Soldier, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Sir Philip Sidney, English soldier, statesman and poet, c1744 (1894). Artist: Jacobus Houbraken
Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586), English soldier, statesman and poet, c1744 (1894). From A Collection of Engraved Portraits (Further Selection) Exhibited by the Late James Anderson Rose

Sir Philip Sidney, c1580-1610, (1903). Artist: Isaac Oliver I
Sir Philip Sidney, c1580-1610, (1903). Courtier, statesman, soldier, poet, patron of scholars and poets. From the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Sir Philip Sidney, 1845. Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586) was an English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier, who is remembered as one of the most prominent figures of the Elizabethan age

Sir Philip Sidney, 1838. Artist: Henry Robinson
Sir Philip Sidney, 1838. English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier, who is remembered as one of the most prominent figures of the Elizabethan age

Death of Sir Philip Sidney, 1859. Artist: Herbert Bourne
Death of Sir Philip Sidney, 1859. English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier, a prominent figure of the Elizabethan age

Penshurst Place, Kent - Lord De L Isle and Dudley, 1910. Penshurst Place is a historic building near Tonbridge, Kent, and was the birthplace of the great Elizabethan poet, courtier and soldier

Sir Philip Sidneys Kindness to a Soldier, 1815. [White Row, Spitalfields, London, 1815.]

The Penshurst Oak, 1794. The Sidney Oak, Penhurst Place, England, was reputed to have been planted at the christening of Sir Philip Sidney in 1554, it is, in fact, 1000 years old

Title page of The Countess of Pembrokes Arcadia by Sir Philip Sidney, third edition, 1598 (1893). An illustration from A Short History of the English People, by John Richard Green

Letter from Sir Philip Sidney to Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, 2nd February 1586. Artist: Sir Philip Sidney
Letter from Sir Philip Sidney to Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, 2nd February 1586. Letter written from Bergen by poet, courtier and soldier Sir Philip Sidney to Robert Dudley

Sir Philip Sidney, English poet, courtier and soldier, 19th century. Artist: R Cooper
Sir Philip Sidney, English poet, courtier and soldier, 19th century. Sidney (1554-1586) was appointed Governor of Flushing in the Netherlands in 1585

Death of Sir Philip Sidney, 1586, (1860). Artist: HK Bourne
Death of Sir Philip Sidney, 1586, (1860). Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586) was one of the Elizabethan Ages most prominent figures. He was famous in his day in England as a poet, courtier and soldier

Death of Sir Philip Sydney, 1586 (c1815). Philip Sidney (1554-1586) English soldier, statesman poet, and patron of poets was appointed Governor of Flushing in the Netherlands in 1585

Philip Sidney, 16th century English soldier, statesman, poet, and patron of poets, c1840. Sidney (1554-1586) was appointed Governor of Flushing in the Netherlands in 1585

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Sir Philip Sidney, also known as Sir P. Sidney, was a prominent figure in the late 16th century. Born in 1554 and passing away at a young age in 1586, he left an indelible mark on history. The engravings depicting his life offer glimpses into the various aspects of his character and achievements. One such engraving showcases Penshurst, Kent, which was Sydney's ancestral home. This magnificent castle served as a testament to his noble lineage and provided him with a strong foundation for his endeavors. Another engraving portrays Sir Philip Sydney's favorite chair, symbolizing comfort and familiarity amidst the challenges he faced. Kindness was one of Sydney's defining traits, as depicted in another engraving that illustrates his compassion towards a soldier. His selflessness shines through when he utters the words "Thy necessity is greater than mine, " exemplifying empathy and generosity. Education played a crucial role in Sydney's life; hence an engraving captures Grammar School Shrewsbury where he received formal education. This institution molded him into an intellectual powerhouse who would later become renowned for his literary works. Nature held great significance for Sir Philip Sidney too - The Sydney Oak at Penshurst stands tall as a living memorial to this connection between man and nature. Its presence serves as a reminder of the beauty that surrounded him during his lifetime. The Courtyard at Penshurst provides insight into daily life within this grand estate - bustling with activity yet maintaining an air of elegance befitting its esteemed owner. Sydney's impact extended beyond England; an engraving depicts him at Zutphen during battle in 1586 alongside another notable figure, Sir William Russell. Their bravery on the battlefield immortalized them both as heroes who fought valiantly for their cause. Even after centuries have passed since Sir Philip Sidney graced this world with his presence, we can still feel the echoes of his legacy today.