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Battle Of Barnet Collection

"The Battle of Barnet: A Historic Clash in the Fog" In the misty fields near Barnet, a fierce battle unfolded

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Field of Battle (in a fog) near Barnet, . Artist: John Leech

Field of Battle (in a fog) near Barnet, . Artist: John Leech
Field of Battle (in a fog) near Barnet, c1860, (c1860). The Battle of Barnet was a decisive engagement in the Wars of the Roses

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Warwick's death at the Battle of Barnet, Act V, Sc. II from Henry VI, from William Shakespeare

Warwick's death at the Battle of Barnet, Act V, Sc. II from Henry VI, from William Shakespeare, 1872 (engraving)
1577190 Warwick's death at the Battle of Barnet, Act V, Sc. II from Henry VI, from William Shakespeare, 1872 (engraving); (add.info.: Shakespeare, William, Knight, Charles (editor)

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Hadley High Stone on the battlefield of Barnet (b / w photo)

Hadley High Stone on the battlefield of Barnet (b / w photo)
3637472 Hadley High Stone on the battlefield of Barnet (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hadley High Stone on the battlefield of Barnet)

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Field of Battle (in a Fog) near Barnet (engraving)

Field of Battle (in a Fog) near Barnet (engraving)
670597 Field of Battle (in a Fog) near Barnet (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Field of Battle (in a Fog) near Barnet

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Death of the king-maker

Death of the king-maker
LLM339255 Death of the king-maker by Doyle, James William Edmund (1822-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the king-maker)

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Henry VI. The Battle of Barnet, 1471 (colour litho)

Henry VI. The Battle of Barnet, 1471 (colour litho)
977891 Henry VI. The Battle of Barnet, 1471 (colour litho) by Amshewitz, John Henry (1882-1942) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry VI. The Battle of Barnet, 1471)

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Death of the King-Maker, 14 April 1471, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub

Death of the King-Maker, 14 April 1471, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub
984786 Death of the King-Maker, 14 April 1471, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: The Death of the Earl of Warwick (engraving)

The Death of the Earl of Warwick (engraving)
816181 The Death of the Earl of Warwick (engraving) by Houston, John Adam P. (1812-84); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of the Earl of Warwick)

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Obelisk at Monken Hadley, Hertfordshire, c1800

Obelisk at Monken Hadley, Hertfordshire, c1800. The obelisk commemorates the Battle of Barnet, 1471, between Edward IV and the Earl of Warwick during the Wars of the Roses

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Death of Warwick the Kingmaker, Battle of Barnet, 1471 (1864)

Death of Warwick the Kingmaker, Battle of Barnet, 1471 (1864). Richard Neville or Nevill, Earl of Warwick (1428-1471), English soldier and statesman

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: Hadley Highstone, near Barnet, 1805. Artist: Sands

Hadley Highstone, near Barnet, 1805. Artist: Sands
Hadley Highstone, near Barnet, 1805. Monument in commemoration of the Battle of Barnet (1471) between Edward IV and the Earl of Warwick during the Wars of the Roses

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: The death of Warwick the Kingmaker, 1471 (c1880)

The death of Warwick the Kingmaker, 1471 (c1880). Richard Neville or Nevill, Earl of Warwick (1428-1471), English soldier and statesman was killed at the Battle of Barnet, 14 April 1471

Background imageBattle Of Barnet Collection: HADLEY GREEN SITE OF THE BATTLE OF BARNET, UK, engraving 1881 - 1884

HADLEY GREEN SITE OF THE BATTLE OF BARNET, UK, engraving 1881 - 1884


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"The Battle of Barnet: A Historic Clash in the Fog" In the misty fields near Barnet, a fierce battle unfolded. The artist John Leech captured this momentous event, showcasing the intensity and chaos that engulfed the battlefield. The Hadley High Stone stands as a solemn reminder of the bloodshed that occurred on this hallowed ground. In black and white, it evokes a sense of somber reflection upon the lives lost during this pivotal clash. Another engraving depicts the field shrouded in fog, adding an eerie atmosphere to an already tumultuous scene. It symbolizes how uncertainty and confusion clouded both sides' strategies and heightened tensions among soldiers. Amidst this turmoil, tragedy struck with "The Death of the King-Maker. " Henry VI's reign came to a violent end during this battle, forever altering England's political landscape. A color lithograph vividly portrays this significant moment in history. A chronicle from BC 55 to AD 1485 immortalized "The Death of Warwick, " capturing his demise at Barnet with striking detail. This engraving serves as a testament to Warwick's influential role as one of England's most powerful figures before meeting his untimely fate. An obelisk erected at Monken Hadley further commemorates those who perished on these grounds centuries ago. Dating back to c1800, it stands tall amidst nature's beauty while serving as a poignant reminder of past conflicts. In 1864, an artwork titled "Death of Warwick the Kingmaker" reimagined this historic event through visual storytelling. Brushstrokes convey emotion and drama as warriors clashed fiercely for power and control over their destiny. Sands' painting from 1805 captures Hadley Highstone against a serene backdrop—a stark contrast to its historical significance—reminding us that even tranquil landscapes hold stories filled with violence and sacrifice. With each passing generation, artists continued to portray the Battle of Barnet.