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Gainsborough, Thomas, 1727-1788, artist A collection of prints illustrative of English scenery, from the drawings and sketches of Thos. Gainsborough, R.A. :
Gainsborough, Thomas, 1727–1788
A collection of prints illustrative of English scenery, from the drawings and sketches of Thos. Gainsborough, R.A.
[1819?]
Gainsborough, Thomas, 1727-1788, artist A collection of prints illustrative of English scenery from the drawings and sketches of Thos. Gainsborough, R.A. :
Gainsborough, Thomas, 1727–1788
A collection of prints illustrative of English scenery from the drawings and sketches of Thos. Gainsborough, R.A.
1819
Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775-1851, artist. The harbours of England /
Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775–1851
The harbours of England
1856
Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775-1851, artist. Picturesque views in England and Wales /
Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775–1851
Picturesque views in England and Wales
MDCCCXXXVIII [1838]
Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775-1851. Turner's rivers of England :
Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775–1851
Turner's rivers of England
1883
Blake, William, 1757-1827, author. The complete writings of William Blake :
Blake, William, 1757–1827
The complete writings of William Blake
MCMLVII [1957]
Blake, William, 1757-1827, author. Poetry and prose of William Blake /
Blake, William, 1757–1827
Poetry and prose of William Blake
1935
Blake, William, 1757-1827, author. The note-book of William Blake :
Blake, William, 1757–1827
The note-book of William Blake
MCMXXXV [1935]
Blake, William, 1757-1827, author. The writings of William Blake /
Blake, William, 1757–1827
The writings of William Blake
MCMXXV [1925]
Blake, William, 1757-1827, author. The illustrations of William Blake for Thornton's Virgil :
Blake, William, 1757–1827
The illustrations of William Blake for Thornton's Virgil
1937
Pure poetry :
Pure poetry
1924
Repton, Humphry, 1752-1818, author, illustrator. Designs for the pavillon at Brighton :
Repton, Humphry, 1752–1818
Designs for the pavillon at Brighton
1808
Phillips, H., -1840, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of valuable pictures, by admired artists of the Dutch, Flemish & French schools :
Phillips, H., -1840
A catalogue of valuable pictures, by admired artists of the Dutch, Flemish & French schools
[1831]
Mr. Stanley (Firm), auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the numerous and valuable collection of Italian, Flemish, & Dutch pictures, the property of a Gentleman, deceased :
Mr. Stanley (Firm)
A catalogue of the numerous and valuable collection of Italian, Flemish, & Dutch pictures, the property of a Gentleman, deceased
[1832]
Southgate, James Webb, -1842, auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of a collection of rare English portraits, the property of Henry Llewellyn, Esq. (being the remaining portion) :
Southgate, James Webb, -1842
Catalogue of a collection of rare English portraits, the property of Henry Llewellyn, Esq. (being the remaining portion)
[1828]
Daily Mail (London, England), creator. The Daily Mail exhibition guide :
Daily Mail (London, England)
The Daily Mail exhibition guide
[approximately 1924]
Phillips, H., -1840, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the collection of rare and estimable original drawings, antient & modern prints, and books of prints :
Phillips, H., -1840
A catalogue of the collection of rare and estimable original drawings, antient & modern prints, and books of prints
[1824]
Phillips, H., -1840, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the interesting collection of paintings, by the most eminent Masters of the several schools of art :
Phillips, H., -1840
A catalogue of the interesting collection of paintings, by the most eminent Masters of the several schools of art
[1835]
Edward Foster (Firm), auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the choice and valuable collection of pictures, of the first class in the Italian, Spanish, Dutch and Flemish schools, selected with great judgment and discrimination from celebrated galleries and collections both at home and abroad ... :
Edward Foster (Firm)
A catalogue of the choice and valuable collection of pictures, of the first class in the Italian, Spanish, Dutch and Flemish schools, selected with great judgment and discrimination from celebrated galleries and collections both at home and abroad ...
[1835]
Evans, R. H. (Robert Harding), 1777-1857, auctioneer. A catalogue of the library of a well known collector, containing many rare and curious articles particularly in early French and Italian literature ... :
Evans, R. H. (Robert Harding), 1777–1857
A catalogue of the library of a well known collector, containing many rare and curious articles particularly in early French and Italian literature ...
1818
Carew, Thomas, 1595?-1639?, author. A rapture /
Carew, Thomas, 1595?-1639?
A rapture
MCMXXVII [1927]
Sporting pictures at Lavington Park /
Sporting pictures at Lavington Park
1927
Orlebar, Mary, 1730-1821. A journey from Ecton, through London, to Bath, and from there, back again, through Cirencester, and Banbury, to Daventry, and Northampton :
Orlebar, Mary, 1730–1821
A journey from Ecton, through London, to Bath, and from there, back again, through Cirencester, and Banbury, to Daventry, and Northampton
1785
Lipski, Louis L., 1914-1979, author. Dated English delftware :
Lipski, Louis L., 1914–1979
Dated English delftware
©1984
Saint Anne, Soho (Parish) The inhabitants are respectfully informed
Saint Anne, Soho (Parish)
The inhabitants are respectfully informed
[1825]
Christie & Manson, auctioneer. A catalogue of the very celebrated collection of painter's etchings and engravings, of William Seguir, Esq. deceased, late conservator of the Royal and National Galleries :
Christie & Manson
A catalogue of the very celebrated collection of painter's etchings and engravings, of William Seguir, Esq. deceased, late conservator of the Royal and National Galleries
[1844]
Squibb, Mr., auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a table service of valuable plate ... tables and dessert services of Worcester and other porcelaine ; ... ; a small choice of pictures by ancient masters :
Squibb, Mr.
A catalogue of a table service of valuable plate ... tables and dessert services of Worcester and other porcelaine ; ... ; a small choice of pictures by ancient masters
[1832]
Stewart, Wheatley & Adlard, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a very select and valuable collection of prints, recently consigned from Holland :
Stewart, Wheatley & Adlard
A catalogue of a very select and valuable collection of prints, recently consigned from Holland
[1828]
Christie & Manson auctioneer publisher Catalogue of Flemish, Dutch, French, and English pictures, of the highest class, the property of Edward W. Lake, Esq. :
Christie & Manson
Catalogue of Flemish, Dutch, French, and English pictures, of the highest class, the property of Edward W. Lake, Esq.
[1845]
Richardson, Moses Aaron, 1793-1871. A collection of armorial bearings, inscriptions, etc.,
Richardson, Moses Aaron, 1793–1871
A collection of armorial bearings, inscriptions, etc.,
1820
Montaigne, Michel de, 1533-1592, author. Montaigne's essays :
Montaigne, Michel de, 1533–1592
Montaigne's essays
MCMXXXI [1931]
Wallis, N. The complete modern joiner, or, A collection of original designs in the present taste for chimney-pieces and door-cases :
Wallis, N
The complete modern joiner, or, A collection of original designs in the present taste for chimney-pieces and door-cases
[1772]
Le Clerc, Sébastien, 1637-1714. A book of landskips & buildings pleasant & useful for youth to draw after.
Le Clerc, Sébastien, 1637–1714
A book of landskips & buildings pleasant & useful for youth to draw after
[between 1726 and 1736]
Sharpe, Edmund, 1809-1877. The seven periods of English architecture defined and illustrated /
Sharpe, Edmund, 1809–1877
The seven periods of English architecture defined and illustrated
1851
England and Wales. An ordinance prohibiting cock-matches :
England and Wales
An ordinance prohibiting cock-matches
1654
Hall, John, Secretary to the Society for Improving the Condition of the Labouring Classes, author. Novel designs for cottages and schools /
Hall, John, Secretary to the Society for Improving the Condition of the Labouring Classes
Novel designs for cottages and schools
1825
Tristam, W. Outram (William Outram), author. Coaching days and coaching ways /
Tristam, W. Outram (William Outram)
Coaching days and coaching ways
1893
Clayton, William, Sir, 1762-1834. Account book.
Clayton, William, Sir, 1762–1834
Account book
1784 January 1-December 31
Robinson, P. F. (Peter Frederick), 1776-1858. ... History of Woburn Abbey:
Robinson, P. F. (Peter Frederick), 1776–1858
... History of Woburn Abbey
1833
Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797. A catalogue of engravers,
Walpole, Horace, 1717–1797
A catalogue of engravers,
1763
Hop-o' my-thumb and the seven league boots /
Hop-o' my-thumb and the seven league boots
[1853]
Taylor, Tom, 1817-1880. Handbook of the pictures in the International Exhibition of 1862 /
Taylor, Tom, 1817–1880
Handbook of the pictures in the International Exhibition of 1862
1862
Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797, author. Aedes Walpolianae, or, A description of the collection of pictures at Houghton-Hall in Norfolk :
Walpole, Horace, 1717–1797
Aedes Walpolianae, or, A description of the collection of pictures at Houghton-Hall in Norfolk
Printed in the year MDCCLXVII [1767]
Walsingham Priory. Redditus sequentes ex antiquo manuscripto continente tota Biblia,
Walsingham Priory
Redditus sequentes ex antiquo manuscripto continente tota Biblia,
1823?]
Keenan, Frances, fl. 1807-1813, ill. A select collection of views in the county of Devon :
Keenan, Frances, fl. 1807–1813
A select collection of views in the county of Devon
1800
Sparrman, Anders, 1748-1820. A voyage round the world with Captain James Cook in H.M.S. Resolution /
Sparrman, Anders, 1748–1820
A voyage round the world with Captain James Cook in H.M.S. Resolution
1944
Whitfield, Christopher, 1902-1967, author. Together and alone :
Whitfield, Christopher, 1902–1967
Together and alone
1945
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a valuable collection of ancient and modern prints, beautiful high-finished drawings, coloured etchings, &c. elegantly framed and glazed :
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a valuable collection of ancient and modern prints, beautiful high-finished drawings, coloured etchings, &c. elegantly framed and glazed
1795
Fox, Samuel, 1801-1870. The history and antiquities of the parish church of S. Matthew, Morley, in the county of Derby /
Fox, Samuel, 1801–1870
The history and antiquities of the parish church of S. Matthew, Morley, in the county of Derby
1872
Mulready, William, 1786-1863. An historical antiquarian and picturesque account of Kirkstall Abbey :
Mulready, William, 1786–1863
An historical antiquarian and picturesque account of Kirkstall Abbey
1827
Keystone View Company, publisher, manufacturer. British Isles.
Keystone View Company
British Isles
[1895-1913]
An exhibition of 19th & 20th century European prints and modern British prints :
An exhibition of 19th & 20th century European prints and modern British prints
1986
Bede, Cuthbert, 1827-1889, author. The ratcatcher's daughter :
Bede, Cuthbert, 1827–1889
The ratcatcher's daughter
[approximately 1842]
Skinner, Dyke & Skinner (London, England), auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the superlative collection of cabinet pictures and miniatures, beautiful Roman missals, most superbly illuminated, a few bronzes, carvings in ivory, specimens of stained glass from the earliest periods of the art, drawings, books of prints and port folios, a beautiful impression Macklin's Bible and a small library of books :
Skinner, Dyke & Skinner (London, England)
A catalogue of the superlative collection of cabinet pictures and miniatures, beautiful Roman missals, most superbly illuminated, a few bronzes, carvings in ivory, specimens of stained glass from the earliest periods of the art, drawings, books of prints and port folios, a beautiful impression Macklin's Bible and a small library of books
1805
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a select and valuable collection of Italian, French, Flemish and Dutch pictures :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a select and valuable collection of Italian, French, Flemish and Dutch pictures
[1806]
Christie, Manson, & Woods, auctioneer. Catalogue of the very choice collection of works of art of Francis Broderip, Esq., deceased :
Christie, Manson, & Woods
Catalogue of the very choice collection of works of art of Francis Broderip, Esq., deceased
[1872]
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a most capital collection of Italian, French, Flemish, and Dutch Pictures, by the most esteemed Masters, in the highest state of preservation : also a valuable selection of capital high-finished drawings, remarkable fine prints, books of prints and bronzes : small but well-chosen library of books in elegant and uniform bindings : a number of fine casts in plaster from the rarest subjects of the antique : capital models, a great variety of drawing implements : mathematical and musical instruments : a quantity of choice music : also all the elegant household furniture : fine china : a fine-toned piano forte by Longman and Broderip : a modern chaise and harness : and a great variety of curious and valuable effects : the property of John Alexander Gress, Esq. deceased, eminently and most deservedly distinguished for his knowledge in the fine arts, at his late house, No. 24, on the west side of Tottenham Court Road, nearly opposite Tavistock Street, Bedford Square : which will be sold by auction (by order of the executor) by Mr. Christie, on the premises, on Monday, April 7th, 1794, and five following days, at twelve o'clock : to be viewed Frida and Saturday preceding the sale.--catalogues may be had on the premises : at the Rainbow Coffee House : and in Pall Mall : also, at one o'clock, on the first day's sale, will be sold, the valuable lease of the premises--particulars may be had : N.B. the first and second days sale, will consist of prints, books of prints, &c. : third and fourth days, the drawings, drawing implements, models, &c. : fifth day, the capital collection of pictures, and library of books : sixth day, all the houshold furniture, china, musical instruments, &c.
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a most capital collection of Italian, French, Flemish, and Dutch Pictures, by the most esteemed Masters, in the highest state of preservation : also a valuable selection of capital high-finished drawings, remarkable fine prints, books of prints and bronzes : small but well-chosen library of books in elegant and uniform bindings : a number of fine casts in plaster from the rarest subjects of the antique : capital models, a great variety of drawing implements : mathematical and musical instruments : a quantity of choice music : also all the elegant household furniture : fine china : a fine-toned piano forte by Longman and Broderip : a modern chaise and harness : and a great variety of curious and valuable effects : the property of John Alexander Gress, Esq. deceased, eminently and most deservedly distinguished for his knowledge in the fine arts, at his late house, No. 24, on the west side of Tottenham Court Road, nearly opposite Tavistock Street, Bedford Square : which will be sold by auction (by order of the executor) by Mr. Christie, on the premises, on Monday, April 7th, 1794, and five following days, at twelve o'clock : to be viewed Frida and Saturday preceding the sale.--catalogues may be had on the premises : at the Rainbow Coffee House : and in Pall Mall : also, at one o'clock, on the first day's sale, will be sold, the valuable lease of the premises--particulars may be had : N.B. the first and second days sale, will consist of prints, books of prints, &c. : third and fourth days, the drawings, drawing implements, models, &c. : fifth day, the capital collection of pictures, and library of books : sixth day, all the houshold furniture, china, musical instruments, &c
[1794]
Valentine & Sons, creator, publisher. The Fairway :
Valentine & Sons
The Fairway
1951
Walsh, Mr., auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a known capital collection of pictures, in which are the works of the following masters :
Walsh, Mr.
A catalogue of a known capital collection of pictures, in which are the works of the following masters
[1775]
Copeland, Henry, approximately 1706-1753. A new book of ornaments :
Copeland, Henry, approximately 1706–1753
A new book of ornaments
[approximately 1752?]
The national memorial to His Royal Highness the Prince Consort.
The national memorial to His Royal Highness the Prince Consort
1873
Fielding, Newton Limbird Smith, 1799-1856. How to sketch from nature, or, Perspective and its application /
Fielding, Newton Limbird Smith, 1799–1856
How to sketch from nature, or, Perspective and its application
[1856]
Richards, Brinley, 1819-1885. God bless the Prince of Wales
Richards, Brinley, 1819–1885
God bless the Prince of Wales
[1863]
Moses, Walter Thomas, b. 1862. Sketches by W.T. Moses at Kemp's Hall.
Moses, Walter Thomas, b. 1862
Sketches by W.T. Moses at Kemp's Hall
[ca. 1875]
Churchyard, Harriet, 1836-1926. Album of drawings.
Churchyard, Harriet, 1836–1926
Album of drawings
[late 19th century]
Blore, Thomas, 1764-1818, author. An history of the manor, and manor-house, of South Winfield, in Derbysire /
Blore, Thomas, 1764–1818
An history of the manor, and manor-house, of South Winfield, in Derbysire
MDCCXCCIII [1793]
Royal Veterinary College (London, England) Annual report /
Royal Veterinary College (London, England)
Annual report
Mudd, James, 1821-1906. Photograph album of scenes in the Lake District, Cheshire, Scotland, and Wales.
Mudd, James, 1821–1906
Photograph album of scenes in the Lake District, Cheshire, Scotland, and Wales
1860s
[Label of the White Swan Hotel :
[Label of the White Swan Hotel
[approximately 1950?]
Sotheby, Samuel, 1771-1842, auctioneer. A catalogue of a valuable collection of original drawings, by the greatest Masters of all the schools :
Sotheby, Samuel, 1771–1842
A catalogue of a valuable collection of original drawings, by the greatest Masters of all the schools
[1819]
S. Leigh Sotheby & John Wilkinson (Firm), auctioneer. Catalogue of the entire and very choice cabinet of engravings & etchings, the property of a collector :
S. Leigh Sotheby & John Wilkinson (Firm)
Catalogue of the entire and very choice cabinet of engravings & etchings, the property of a collector
1853
Griffiths, Thomas (Publisher) Prospectus for publishing by subscription, Laporte's progressive lessons in landscape, from nature, in imitation of pencil, from the original drawings :
Griffiths, Thomas (Publisher)
Prospectus for publishing by subscription, Laporte's progressive lessons in landscape, from nature, in imitation of pencil, from the original drawings
February, 1815
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a capital, and truly valuable assemblage of Chinese drawings, paintings, natural and artificial curiosities :
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a capital, and truly valuable assemblage of Chinese drawings, paintings, natural and artificial curiosities
[1799]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a valuable assemblage of pictures, sold by order of the assignees of Mr. Michael Bryan :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a valuable assemblage of pictures, sold by order of the assignees of Mr. Michael Bryan
[1810]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of an assemblage of Spanish and Italian pictures:
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of an assemblage of Spanish and Italian pictures
[1810]
Royal Society of British Artists. The exhibition of the Society of British Artists :
Royal Society of British Artists
The exhibition of the Society of British Artists
1832
Christie, Manson & Woods, auctioneer. Catalogue of the library of William Charles Macready, Esq. deceased :
Christie, Manson & Woods
Catalogue of the library of William Charles Macready, Esq. deceased
[1873]
National Gallery (Great Britain) A catalogue of the pictures in the National Gallery.
National Gallery (Great Britain)
A catalogue of the pictures in the National Gallery
1845
From the Third programme :
From the Third programme
1956
J. Green & Son (Firm), creator. [Paper label from a ream of paper produced by J. Green & Son, Hayle Mill, Maidstone, Kent].
J. Green & Son (Firm)
[Paper label from a ream of paper produced by J. Green & Son, Hayle Mill, Maidstone, Kent]
[approximately 1875?]
Ormsby-Gore, William, 1779-1860. Manuscripts at Porkington,
Ormsby-Gore, William, 1779–1860
Manuscripts at Porkington,
1830?]
Proposals, for publishing by subscription, in ten monthly parts, forming one handsome volume, the Costume of Yorkshire :
Proposals, for publishing by subscription, in ten monthly parts, forming one handsome volume, the Costume of Yorkshire
[1813?]
Milton, John, 1608-1674, author. Paradise lost :
Milton, John, 1608–1674
Paradise lost
MCMCCCVII [1937]
Dighton, Robert, 1752-1814, artist. Nature displayed in 12 prints of humorous & satirical subjects, with a variety of whimsical characers
Dighton, Robert, 1752–1814
Nature displayed in 12 prints of humorous & satirical subjects, with a variety of whimsical characers
published as the Act directs, 2 Sep. 1784
C. J. Syrett (Firm), creator. C. J. Syrett :
C. J. Syrett (Firm)
C. J. Syrett
[1891?]
Beattie, William, 1793-1875. The castles and abbeys of England,
Beattie, William, 1793–1875
The castles and abbeys of England,
[between 1852 and 1856]
King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table :
King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table
[between 1866 and 1880]
Meredith, George, 1828-1909, author. The letters of George Meredith to Alice Meynell :
Meredith, George, 1828–1909
The letters of George Meredith to Alice Meynell
1923
Winkles, Benjamin. Winkles's architectural and picturesque illustrations of the cathedral churches of England and Wales;
Winkles, Benjamin
Winkles's architectural and picturesque illustrations of the cathedral churches of England and Wales;
1836-42
Phillips, H., -1840, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the genuine collection of that distinguished amateur Domenic de Bast :
Phillips, H., -1840
A catalogue of the genuine collection of that distinguished amateur Domenic de Bast
[1833]
Phillips, Mr., auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of the valuable library of books & books of prints of the late A. Gilmore, Esq :
Phillips, Mr.
Catalogue of the valuable library of books & books of prints of the late A. Gilmore, Esq
[1842]
Steeleye Span (Musical group) Below the salt /
Steeleye Span (Musical group)
Below the salt
1984
Sotheby and Son, auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of the select and valuable classical library of the late Rev. Abel Wainewright, LL. B. of Trinity College, Cambridge :
Sotheby and Son
Catalogue of the select and valuable classical library of the late Rev. Abel Wainewright, LL. B. of Trinity College, Cambridge
[1829]
British Institution. Catalogue of the works of British artists :
British Institution
Catalogue of the works of British artists
1806-1867
Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797. The works of Horatio Walpole, Earl of Orford ...
Walpole, Horace, 1717–1797
The works of Horatio Walpole, Earl of Orford ..
1798
Booth, John (Bookseller) This day are published, parts first and second, of Architectura ecclesiastica Londini, or the Ecclesiastical architecture of London.
Booth, John (Bookseller)
This day are published, parts first and second, of Architectura ecclesiastica Londini, or the Ecclesiastical architecture of London
January 25, 1814
Ligertwood, Kenneth. Huntsmen of our time.
Ligertwood, Kenneth
Huntsmen of our time
1968
Bartolozzi, Francesco, 1727-1815, engraver. Memento :
Bartolozzi, Francesco, 1727–1815
Memento
[1885?]
Bryan & Co. (Firm), creator. Bryan & Co. :
Bryan & Co. (Firm)
Bryan & Co.
[approximately 1900]
Phillips, H., -1840, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the cabinet of antient drawings, the private collection of Mr. A. C. De Poggi :
Phillips, H., -1840
A catalogue of the cabinet of antient drawings, the private collection of Mr. A. C. De Poggi
[1801]