William Ellis Collection

Churchmen (engraving)
1613797 Churchmen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Churchmen. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 June 1872)

Haymaking Mathews Field, Handsworth, Birmingham, dated 01 / 07 / 1859
Haymaking Mathews Field, Handsworth, Birmingham, dated 01/07/1859

View of Antsahatsiroa, Madagascar, 1862-65. Creator: William Ellis
View of Antsahatsiroa, Madagascar, 1862-65

View of Clapham, London, 1792. Artist: William Ellis
View of Clapham, London, 1792

Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1792. Artist
Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1792. View with figures and a horse and cart

Church of St Giles, Camberwell, London, 1792

Garden at Lambeth Palace, London, 1786. Artist:s Sparrow
View of Lambeth Palace garden with figures labouring, London, 1786; St Mary Lambeth can also be seen

St Mary, Islington, London, 1792. Artist: William Ellis
View of St Mary, Upper Street, Islington, London, 1792; with two groups of figures greeting each other

General view of Hackney, London, 1791. Artist: William Ellis
Hackney Brook, Hackney, London, 1791; with a man and woman riding horses

Dulwich College, Camberwell, London, 1792. Artist: William Ellis
Dulwich College, Camberwell, London, 1792, view of Dulwich College with a horse drawn carriage progressing up a tree lined avenue

Hackney Brook, Hackney, London, 1791. Artist: William Ellis
Hackney Brook, Hackney, London, 1791. The stream runs across the road, with bridges at either side, and the tower of St Johns dominating the scene. Two riders prepare to ford the brook

A Native of Sandwich Sound, 1784. Artist: James Heath
A Native of Sandwich Sound, 1784. After William Ellis (1747-1810). From An Authentic Narrative of a Voyage performed by Captain Cook and Captain Clerke

Plate 103 by William Ellis
Plate 103 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 105 by William Ellis
Plate 105 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 102 by William Ellis
Plate 102 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 108 by William Ellis
Plate 108 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 107 by William Ellis

Plate 106 by William Ellis
Plate 106 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 109 by William Ellis
Plate 109 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 104 by William Ellis
Plate 104 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 100 by William Ellis
Plate 100 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 99 by William Ellis
Plate 99 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (1756-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Plate 98 by William Ellis
Plate 98 from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

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William Ellis was a versatile artist and engraver who left his mark on various aspects of British life in the late 18th and mid-19th centuries. His trade card, adorned with his name and profession, showcased his skills as an engraver, capturing the attention of potential clients. One of Ellis's notable works is an engraving titled "Churchmen, " which depicted individuals engaged in religious activities. This piece highlighted his ability to capture the essence of spirituality through intricate details. In another work entitled "Haymaking Mathews Field, " Handsworth, Birmingham, dated 01/07/1859, Ellis showcased his talent for landscape artistry. The scene portrayed a picturesque countryside setting during haymaking season, evoking feelings of tranquility and rural charm. Ellis's artistic endeavors were not limited to England alone; he also ventured into foreign lands through his engravings. One such example is the captivating "View of Antsahatsiroa" in Madagascar from 1862-65. Through this artwork, Ellis transported viewers to distant shores, allowing them to experience the beauty and exoticism of far-off lands. Closer to home, Ellis captured scenes from London life with great precision. His detailed views of Clapham in 1792 provided a glimpse into urban living during that era. Similarly, his depiction of Newington Butts in Southwark revealed bustling streets filled with people going about their daily routines. Religion played a significant role in Ellis's work as seen by his portrayal of St Giles Church in Camberwell and St Mary Church in Islington both dating back to 1792. These engravings immortalized these places of worship for generations to come. Ellis also had an eye for architectural beauty as demonstrated by his rendering of Dulwich College in Camberwell from 1792. This masterpiece preserved the grandeur and elegance associated with educational institutions at that time.