Crispin Collection

Berrywood Asylum, Northamptonshire
The Northampton County Lunatic Asylum was designed by Robert Griffiths and opened in 1876 at a site on Berrywood Road, Duston, Northampton. It later became St Crispin Hospital

Duston War Hospital, Northamptonshire
The west wing of the Northampton County Lunatic Asylum in its First World War guise at Duston War Hospital. The building was designed by Robert Griffiths and opened in 1876 on Berrywood Road, Duston

Saint Crispin
SAINT CRISPIN Patron saint of tanners and shoemakers : his feast-day is also the date of the battle of Agincourt, as Shakespeare reminds us. Date: circa 285

A cartoon depicting London shoemakers celebrating the day of the Patron Saint, St. Crispin
5310631 A cartoon depicting London shoemakers celebrating the day of the Patron Saint, St. Crispin. Illustrated by George Cruikshank (1792-1878) a British caricaturist and book illustrator

Crispin, 1682. Creator: Gerard Edelinck
Crispin, 1682

Crispin Cormack Pontypridd Rfc 23 November 1994 Date: 23 November 1994

Santos Crispin y Crispiniano (oil on canvas)
3514315 Santos CrispAin y Crispiniano (oil on canvas) by Cuzco School, (18th century); 82.5x75 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Inscribed ST. CRESPIN ET ST)

Photograph of Crispin PH, Sandwich, Kent. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1950

Photograph of Crispin PH, Worth, Kent. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1950

The Union of Comedy and Music (oil on canvas)
3108830 The Union of Comedy and Music (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); 64.7x54 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Advert, Andrew Lees, Boot and Shoe Manufacturers, Ayr
Advert for Andrew Lees, Boot and Shoe Manufacturers, St Crispin Works, Ayr, Scotland. 1905

All for Colombine (colour litho)
2818209 All for Colombine (colour litho) by Vollon, Alexis (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: All for Colombine. Painting by Alexis Vollon. Tout pour Colombine. Tableau de M Vollon fils)

OLD PUB SIGNS (PLATE 3)
Various old pub signs: Mermaid, Ale-Garland, Crispin and Crispian, Trusty Servant, Hog in Armour. (plate 3 in series)

Crispin in Les Folies amoureuses by Jean-Francois Regnard. Creator: Geffroy
Crispin in " Les Folies amoureuses" by Jean-Francois Regnard. Private Collection

Saint Crispin, c1492-c1494. Artist: Master of Saint Crispin and Crispinian
Saint Crispin, c1492-c1494. St Crispin and St Crispinian (dc286), were Roman brothers who went to Soissons, France, to spread the gospel

Crispin and Scapin, c1863-1865. Artist: Honore Daumier
Crispin and Scapin, c1863-1865. Found in the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris, France

Actor of the Comedie Italienne (Crispin), early 20th century. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Actor of the Comedie Italienne (Crispin), early 20th century. Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

St Crispin and St Crispinian, Christian martyrs, 19th century. St Crispin and St Crispinian (dc286), were Roman brothers who went to Soissons, France, to spread the gospel

All for Colombine, 1891. Artist: M Vollon Fils
All for Colombine, 1891. Harlequin, Pierrot and Crispin. A print from a supplement to Le Petit Journal, 1st August 1891

Providence Row Night Shelter, London
Providence Row Night Shelter, Crispin Street, London, founded in 1860 as a hostel for Deserving Men, Women and Children and run by the Sisters of Mercy. Date: circa 1902

Louis Xiii / Crispin D Pas
LOUIS XIII, LE JUSTE (JUST) Eldest son of Henri IV, he ruled from 1610-1643 and made France a great power, founding the Academie Francaise. Here age 16 going riding. Date: 1601 - 1643

Gerard Edelinck after Theodor Netscher (Flemish, 1640 - 1707), Raimond Poisson as Crispin, engraving on laid paper

A Street Show in Paris, 1760 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765751 A Street Show in Paris, 1760 (oil on canvas) by Saint-Aubin, Gabriel de (1724-80); 80x64.1 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: La Parade du Boulevard; ); French, out of copyright

COMMEDIA: CRISPIN. Raymond Poisson, a French actor in the role of Crispin, from a Commedia dell Arte troupe. Etching, French, late-17th century, by N. Bonnart

A wet nurse displaying her full breasts. German line engraving after a copper engraving by Crispin de Passe
WET NURSE, 17th CENTURY. A wet nurse displaying her full breasts. German line engraving after a copper engraving by Crispin de Passe

St Crispin and St Crispian, Roman brothers. Went to Soissons, France, 303 to spread gospel and supported themselves by shoemaking. Patron saints of shoemakers

PYRAMIDS, 17th CENTURY. The Pyramids of Egypt. Copper engraving by Crispin de Passe, 17th century

CIRCUMCISION OF CHRIST. Line engraving, 1599, by Crispian van de Passe the Elder

WET NURSE, 17TH CENTURY. / nA wet nurse displaying her full breasts
WET NURSE, 17TH CENTURY. /nA wet nurse displaying her full breasts. German line engraving after a copper engraving by Crispin de Passe

BOTANY: SUNFLOWER. Helianthus. Line engraving from Crispian van de Passes Hortus Floridus, 1614-17

HUNDRED-LEAFED ROSE. Hundred leafed rose (left) and Variously Colored Rose. Copper engraving from Crispian van de Passes Hortus Floridus, 1614-17

MORITZ (1572-1632). Known as der Gelehrte, the Scholar. Landgrave of Hesse-Cassel. Copper engraving, 1616, by Crispian van de Passe

St. Crispins Chapel, a fine stone and timbered building at Colwall, Herefordshire, England. Date: Medieval

Double page spread in a diary for 23-28 October
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 23-28 October. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

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"Crispin: A Journey through History, Art, and Shelter" Step into the intriguing world as we explore various aspects associated with this enigmatic name. From Berrywood Asylum in Northamptonshire to Duston War Hospital, these locations hold stories waiting to be unraveled. But it doesn't stop there - delve into the realm of saints and find yourself captivated by Saint Crispin. Known for his martyrdom alongside Saint Crispinian, their tale is immortalized in "The Martyrdom of Saints Crispin and Crispinian, " an exquisite oil painting on panel. In a lighter tone, witness shoemakers celebrating St. Crispin's day in a charming 19th-century cartoon illustrated by George Cruikshank. This British caricaturist brings humor and art together seamlessly. Gerard Edelinck's masterpiece "Crispin" from 1682 showcases the talent that has been associated with this name throughout history. The intricacies captured on canvas speak volumes about the artist's skill and dedication. Moving forward, let us not forget about individuals who have carried the name proudly. From Crispin Cormack to Santos Crispin y Crispiano, their contributions have left lasting impressions in different fields. As we conclude our journey through time and artistry, we stumble upon two photographs capturing moments at different establishments named after our protagonist - Crispin PH in Sandwich and Worth, Kent. These snapshots offer glimpses into places where people gather to create memories over food and drinks. Finally, we encounter "The Union of Comedy and Music, " an oil painting that symbolizes how diverse elements can come together harmoniously – much like our exploration of all things related to 'Crispin. ' Join us as we unravel tales from asylums to hospitals; from saints' martyrdoms to celebrations; from masterpieces on canvas to real-life individuals.