Woolnoth Collection

Elizabeth Yates (nee Brunton), actress, as Miss Hardcastle
Elizabeth Yates (nee Brunton, 1799-1860), English actress, as Miss Hardcastle in Goldsmith's play, She Stoops to Conquer Date: circa 1818

St Mary s, Woolnoth, Lombard-Street (engraving)
1095399 St Mary s, Woolnoth, Lombard-Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Mary s, Woolnoth, Lombard-Street)

St Mary Woolnoth, City of London
Exterior of St Mary Woolnoth, Anglican church, on the corner of Lombard Street and King William Street near Bank junction. Date: early 19th century

St Mary Woolnoth
An Anglican church on the corner of Lombard Street and King William Street. It is one of the Queen Anne churches designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor in 1716. Date: 19th century

George Hamilton-Gordon, Earl of Aberdeen, K. T. -F. A. S. &c. &c, 1841. Creator
George Hamilton-Gordon, Earl of Aberdeen, K.T.-F.A.S. &c. &c, 1841. Portrait of British politician George Hamilton Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen (1784-1860)

Queen Caroline, 1820, (1928). Creators: Unknown, Thomas A Woolnoth
Queen Caroline, 1820, (1928). Portrait of Caroline of Brunswick (1768-1821), queen consort of King George IV. From a drawing by Wageman. Engraving dated June 28th, 1820

Tower of London, c1830. Artist: William Woolnoth
Tower of London, c1830. View from the River Thames showing boats and figures on the water

Smallpox Hospital, Battle Bridge (now Kings Cross), London, 1806
View of the Smallpox Hospital at Battle Bridge, London, 1806. From 1836 this area was re-named Kings Cross

Broad Street, Bloomsbury, London, 1831. Artist: William Woolnoth
Broad Street, Bloomsbury, London, 1831; street scene with shopfronts, carriages and a streetseller on the left

Holborn Bridge, London, c1830. Artist: William Woolnoth
Holborn Bridge, London, c1830. View of Holborn Bridge looking west showing a street seller on the left, two figures carrying baskets on their heads crossing the street

View of the hall of Christs Hospital, City of London, 1812. Artist: William Woolnoth
View of the hall of Christs Hospital, City of London, 1812

John Braham (1774-1856) as Prince Orlando, 1828. Found in the collection of State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

The Treasury, Westminster, London, 1814. Artist: Woolnoth
The Treasury, Westminster, London, 1814

Broad Street, Bloomsbury, London, 19th century. Artist: William Woolnoth
Broad Street, Bloomsbury, London, 19th century

Holborn Bridge, London, 1831. Artist: William Woolnoth
Holborn Bridge, London, 1831

John Singleton Copley (1738-1815), American painter, 19th century. Artist: Thomas A Woolnoth
John Singleton Copley (1738-1815), British Lord Chancellor and politician, 19th century. Copley was the son of the American painter of the same name

Reginald Heber (1783-1826), Bishop of Calcutta, 19th century. Artist: Thomas A Woolnoth
Reginald Heber (1783-1826), Bishop of Calcutta, 19th century

Holland House, London, 1815. Artist: Woolnoth
Holland House, London, 1815. Holland House was a Jacobean house held by the Earls of Holland and the Fox family. It was badly damaged in a World War II bombing raid

The Exchange Buildings, (Liverpool), Lancashire, August 1808

Liverpool Town Hall, Merseyside, 1808. Artist: William Woolnoth
Liverpool Town Hall, Merseyside, 1808

Dus Awtar, Caves of Ellora, India, early 19th century. Artist: William Woolnoth
Dus Awtar, Caves of Ellora, India, early 19th century. The village of Ellora is famous for its complex of cave temples. 34 Buddhist

Caroline of Brunswick, queen consort of King George IV, 19th century. Artist: Woolnoth
Caroline of Brunswick, queen consort of King George IV, 19th century. Portrait of Queen Caroline (1768-1821)

Mrs W West as Cordelia, 1820. Artist: Woolnoth
Mrs W West as Cordelia, 1820. Actress playing Cordelia, possibly the character in Shakespeares King Lear

La Perouse, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Woolnoth
La Perouse, 19th century. Jean Francois de Galaup, Comte de La Perouse, 18th century French navigator, astronomer and explorer

Pierre Corneille, French tragedian and dramatist, 19th century. Artist: Woolnoth
Pierre Corneille, French tragedian and dramatist, 19th century. Corneille (1606-1684) was one of the three great 17th-century French dramatists, along with Moliere and Racine

Calvin, 19th century. Artist: Thomas A Woolnoth
Calvin, 19th century. French theologian Jean Calvin (1509-1564) settled in Geneva and became a leading figure in the Protestant Reformation

Henry IV, King of France, (19th century). Artist: Thomas A Woolnoth
Henry IV, King of France, (19th century). Henry (1553-1610) became King of Navarre in 1572 and ascended the French throne in 1589

Ang Kauffmann / Woolnoth
ANGELICA KAUFFMANN Swiss artist, resident in London (1766-81) and then in Rome Date: 1741 - 1807

LA Perouse (Woolnoth)
Jean-Francois de Galaup, comte de LA PEROUSE French navigator Date: 1741 - 1788?

King William Street
Traffic of all kinds passes the church of Saint Mary Woolnoth. Date: circa 1840

John Newton
JOHN NEWTON Churchman, rector of St Mary Woolnoth, London, hymn writer and friend of the poet William Cowper. Date: 1725-1807

Thomas Woolnoth after Thomas Phillips, British (1785-1857), Rev. Reginald Heber, D.D. published 1831, stipple engraving

St Mary Woolnoth 1927
The Church of Saint Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, by Nicholas Hawksmoor

Rossini Woolnoth
GIOACCHINO ROSSINI the Italian composer in middle age

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Woolnoth: A Tapestry of History and Art" Step into the enchanting world of Woolnoth, a name that weaves together tales of Elizabeth Yates, St Mary's Church, and the vibrant streets of London. In this captivating engraving, Elizabeth Yates (nee Brunton) takes center stage as Miss Hardcastle, her talent illuminating the stage with grace and elegance. As we delve deeper into the heart of Woolnoth, we discover St Mary Woolnoth in Lombard Street – an architectural masterpiece nestled amidst the bustling City of London. The Earl of Aberdeen himself graces us with his presence in another creation by Thomas A Woolnoth. His distinguished profile reflects his esteemed status as K. T. -F. A. S. , leaving an indelible mark on history. Transporting us back to 1820 is Queen Caroline's portrait - a mysterious work whose creators remain unknown. Her enigmatic gaze invites us to unravel her story within the walls adorned with Thomas A Woolnoth's artistry. William Woolnoth paints a vivid picture of Tower Bridge circa 1830; its majestic presence standing tall against time itself. Meanwhile, Battle Bridge reveals its past life as a Smallpox Hospital through William's lens - a haunting reminder etched forever in our memories. Broad Street comes alive under William's brush strokes in 1831; its lively atmosphere inviting us to explore every nook and cranny. Holborn Bridge beckons from c1830, capturing both serenity and vibrancy within its frame – an artistic marvel indeed. As we journey further into history through William's eyes, Christs Hospital Hall emerges before us in all its grandeur. The echoes of laughter and learning reverberate through time thanks to this masterful portrayal by William Woolnoth. Finally, John Braham takes our breath away as Prince Orlando in 1828 - his performance immortalized by artists who sought to capture his brilliance on canvas.