English Writer Collection

Dr. Samuel Johnson (1709-84) 1775 (oil on canvas)
BAL1551 Dr. Samuel Johnson (1709-84) 1775 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 76x63 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Hartley Coleridge as a Boy, 1806 (oil on canvas)
WRD274294 Hartley Coleridge as a Boy, 1806 (oil on canvas) by Wilkie, David (1785-1841); 22x18 cm; Wordsworth Trust; (add.info)

Henriette de Coligny, Comtesse de la Suze, French writer 1618-1673. Handcoloured lithograph after a contemporary print
FLO4571811 Henriette de Coligny, Comtesse de la Suze, French writer 1618-1673. Handcoloured lithograph after a contemporary print from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's Costumes Historique

Stephanie Felicite du Crest de St. Aubin, Countess de Genlis, French writer, harpist and educator 1746-1830
FLO4572669 Stephanie Felicite du Crest de St. Aubin, Countess de Genlis, French writer, harpist and educator 1746-1830. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's

Madeleine de Scuderi, French writer, 1607-1701. Handcoloured lithograph after an original portrait from Le Bibliophile
FLO4571834 Madeleine de Scuderi, French writer, 1607-1701. Handcoloured lithograph after an original portrait from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's Costumes Historique de la France

Bonaventure Desperiers, French writer, poet and painter, d. 1544. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a
FLO4571142 Bonaventure Desperiers, French writer, poet and painter, d. 1544. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres portfolios from Le Bibliophile Jacob

Portrait of Max Beerbohm (1872-1956), 1898 (litho)
STC170377 Portrait of Max Beerbohm (1872-1956), 1898 (litho) by Rothenstein, William (1872-1945); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Jane Austen (engraving) (later colourization)
1740877 Jane Austen (engraving) (later colourization) by Austen, Cassandra (c.1772-1845) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jane Austen (1775-1817) English author

Plate 5, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129849 Plate 5, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray

Portrait of Walter Savage Landor (1775-1864) (pencil on paper) (b / w photo)
DHM139183 Portrait of Walter Savage Landor (1775-1864) (pencil on paper) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Charles Dickens Museum, London

Plate 8, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129852 Plate 8, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Plate 7, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129851 Plate 7, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray

Plate 4, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129848 Plate 4, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray

Plate 2, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129846 Plate 2, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Plate 3, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129847 Plate 3, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray

Dr Samuel Johnsons house at 17 Gough Square, from London Pictures: Drawn with Pen
KW330041 Dr Samuel Johnsons house at 17 Gough Square, from London Pictures: Drawn with Pen and Pencil, by Rev. Richard Lovett, published 1890 (litho) by English School

Portrait of Samuel Richardson (1689-1761) 1750 (oil on canvas)
XCF267498 Portrait of Samuel Richardson (1689-1761) 1750 (oil on canvas) by Highmore, Joseph (1692-1780); 52.7x36.8 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London

Plate 6, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129850 Plate 6, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Plate 1, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H
XJF129845 Plate 1, from The Life of William Cobbett, written by himself, pub. by H. Humphrey, 1809 (etching) (b/w photo) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Dr Johnsons Entertainment at a Highland Change, engraved by Roberts (engraving)
XJF115838 Dr Johnsons Entertainment at a Highland Change, engraved by Roberts (engraving) (b&w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

William Cobbett (1763-1835) (engraving) (b&w photo)
XJF112295 William Cobbett (1763-1835) (engraving) (b&w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Portrait of Horace Walpole (1717-97) Count of Orford, engraved by G. Madeley, 1754
XIR160433 Portrait of Horace Walpole (1717-97) Count of Orford, engraved by G. Madeley, 1754 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; English

Izaak Walton, 1594-1683, english writer and author of The Compleat Angler

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The world of English literature is filled with remarkable writers who have left an indelible mark on the literary landscape. From Dr. Samuel Johnson, whose portrait painted in 1775 captures his intellectual prowess and influence, to Hartley Coleridge as a young boy in 1806, showcasing the potential of a budding talent. Even across borders, Bonaventure Desperiers stands out as a multi-talented French writer, poet, and painter from the 16th century. His handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard reveals his artistic flair alongside his literary achievements. Max Beerbohm's litho portrait from 1898 exudes a sense of sophistication and wit that characterized his writing career. Jane Austen's engraving, later colorized to bring her timeless charm to life, reminds us of her enduring legacy in the realm of romantic fiction. William Shakespeare needs no introduction; his oil-on-canvas portrait immortalizes him as one of the greatest playwrights in history. Walter Savage Landor's pencil sketch showcases both his contemplative nature and poetic genius. In contrast to these illustrious figures are plates from "The Life of William Cobbett, " written by himself. These images depict various aspects of Cobbett's life - plate eight revealing glimpses into his personal journey while plates seven through four offer insights into different chapters within this captivating autobiography. These diverse portraits capture the essence and diversity within English literature throughout history - each image telling its own story about these influential writers who continue to inspire generations with their words.