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Whittington Resting on Highgate-Hill - from a painting by F. Newnham, 1858. Creator: Unknown
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Whittington Resting on Highgate-Hill - from a painting by F. Newnham, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Whittington Resting on Highgate-Hill - from a painting by F. Newnham, 1858. Whether all the wonderful stories which have been told of Whittington and his cat be true or not, the stone still stands on Highgate-hill marking the spot where he is supposed to have sat down to rest, and to have heard the welcome chimes of Bow bells, "Turn again, Whittington, Lord Mayor of London!"...we give an Engraving from a picture representing this incident, to which an interesting story is attached. On the formation of the Whittington Club, some dozen years ago, the late Douglas Jerrold gave his zealous exertions towards the promotion of the scheme, and afterwards presented to the institution this very picture, painted by F. Newenham, so appropriately consummating the career of the man after whom it was called. This picture perished in the fire which four years ago destroyed the club; but fortunately a copy had already been obtained of it for publication in this Journal, and the Engraving from it which we now offer comes very appropriately in connection with the inaugural assembly at the new clubhouse'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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a captivating painting by F. Newnham, dated 1858, depicts a pivotal moment in the legendary tale of Dick Whittington. The image captures the eponymous hero, dressed in the robes of a Lord Mayor, taking a respite on Highgate-hill in London. According to folklore, it was here that Whittington heard the enchanting sound of Bow bells, calling out, "Turn again, Whittington, Lord Mayor of London!" upon which he decided to return to London and reclaim his position. The authenticity of the stories surrounding Whittington may be debated, but the stone marker on Highgate-hill, commemorating this event, remains a cherished part of London's history. The painting, which once hung in the Whittington Club, was presented by Douglas Jerrold, a prominent figure in the club's founding over a dozen years prior. Tragically, the original painting was lost in a fire that destroyed the clubhouse four years ago. However, a copy of the painting, which had been obtained for publication in the "Illustrated London News," fortunately survived and is now available as an engraving. This evocative image, showcasing a significant moment in London's folklore, continues to captivate and inspire generations.
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