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Fitzherbert Collection

"Fitzherbert: A Tale of Love, Loyalty, and Legacy" Step into the captivating world of Fitzherbert, a name that echoes through history

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Warren Farm School, Brighton, Sussex

Warren Farm School, Brighton, Sussex
The Centre Avenue of Warren Farm School, opened by the Brighton Union in 1862 at Rottingdean, Sussex. The school housed pauper children away from the workhouse

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: The second working trials of the sporting spaniel club

The second working trials of the sporting spaniel club, 1899. Date: 1899

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Fitzherbert / Cig Card

Fitzherbert / Cig Card
MARIA ANNA FITZHERBERT (Maria Anna Smythe) Friend and wife of King George IV

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Visiting the Sick James Gillray, July 1806. Charles James Fox in armchair

Visiting the Sick James Gillray, July 1806. Charles James Fox in armchair, obviously ill (he died in September)
528672 Visiting the Sick James Gillray, July 1806. Charles James Fox in armchair, obviously ill (he died in September). Mrs Fitzherbert urges him to confess, Prince of Wales wipes away tears

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Cartoon, Dilettanti Theatricals

Cartoon, Dilettanti Theatricals
Contemporary society. Cartoon, Dilettanti Theatricals, or, a Peep at the Green Room, Vide Pic-Nic Orgies, by James Gillray

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: The Prince of Wales at York House, London, 1792

The Prince of Wales at York House, London, 1792. The visit to Piccadilly, or a Prussian reception, representing Shon-ap-Morgan, Shentleman of Wales, introducing his old nanny goat into high company

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: St Williams College, York, North Yorkshire

St Williams College, York, North Yorkshire. Dating from the 15th century St Williams College is named after William Fitzherbert (Saint William of York), Archbishop of York from 1142 to 1154

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherbert, longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom, 1937

Mrs Fitzherbert, longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom, 1937
Mrs Fitzherbert. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. Mrs Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert (1756-1837)

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherbert, 1907. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom

Mrs Fitzherbert, 1907. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom
Mrs Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert (1756-1837) was the longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. From an original minature by Richard Cosway (1742-1821)

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1792. Artist: Jean Conde

Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1792. Artist: Jean Conde
Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1792. Mrs Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert (1756-1837) was the longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. After Richard Cosway (1742-1821)

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: The Constant Couple, 1786

The Constant Couple, 1786. The Prince of Wales (future King George IV) and his mistress Mrs Fitzherbert travelling to Windsor. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: A Scene in the School for Scandal, 1786

A Scene in the School for Scandal, 1786. An auction scene with the Prince of Wales (later King George IV), bidding for lots including a portrait of his mistress Mrs Fitzherbert

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: The April Fool, or The Follies of a Night... 1786

The April Fool, or The Follies of a Night... 1786
The April Fool, or The Follies of a Night as performed at the Theatre Royal, C---- House, for the benefit of the Widow Wadman, 1786. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Artist: Carlo Khan

A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Artist: Carlo Khan
A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Satire on the secret marriage said to have taken place between the Prince of Wales and Mrs Fitzherbert

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherbert, 1913. Artist: J Scott

Mrs Fitzherbert, 1913. Artist: J Scott
Mrs Fitzherbert, 18th century, (1913). A print from The Connoisseur, (London, 1913)

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherbert Charles Thurston Thompson English

Mrs Fitzherbert Charles Thurston Thompson English
Mrs. Fitzherbert; Charles Thurston Thompson (English, 1816 - 1868); London, England; 1865; Albumen silver print

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Maria Anne Fitzherbert, Previously Weld, N

Maria Anne Fitzherbert, Previously Weld, N

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Visiting The Sick

Visiting The Sick, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraving 1806, Charles Fox Sitting In An Armchair, Obviously Ill. On One Side Of Him Is Mrs

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Cartoon, Pacific Overtures

Cartoon, Pacific Overtures, or, a Flight from St Clouds over the Water to Charley, a new Dramatic Piece now Rehearsing, by James Gillray

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Cartoon, L Assemblee Nationale

Cartoon, L Assemblee Nationale, or grand Cooperative Meeting at St Annes Hill, respectfully dedicated to the admirers of a Broad-Bottomd Administration, by James Gillray

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Cartoon, Wife & No Wife, or, A trip to the Continent

Cartoon, Wife & No Wife, or, A trip to the Continent, by James Gillray. Showing the secret marriage believed to have taken place between the Prince of Wales (later George IV) and Mrs Fitzherbert

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Mrs. Fitzherbert, Ladys Magazine, Engraver, Sitter, J

Drawings Prints, Print, Mrs. Fitzherbert, Ladys Magazine, Engraver, Sitter, J
Drawings and Prints, Print, Mrs. Fitzherbert, The Ladys Magazine, Engraver, Sitter, J. Cook, Maria Anne Fitzherbert, British, active 1780s, British, 1756-1837, Cook, J

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Affairs. The sweet prospect behind us, or The outs in office, Dent, William, active

Affairs. The sweet prospect behind us, or The outs in office, Dent, William, active 1783-1793, publisher, en sanguine engraving 1789, rear views of the Prince of Wales, Maria Fitzherbert

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: A word of comfort, Dent, William, active 1783-1793, en sanguine engraving 1790, a

A word of comfort, Dent, William, active 1783-1793, en sanguine engraving 1790, a British satire on the efforts of Charles James Fox to get the Test and Corporation Acts repealed

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Visiting the sick, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, engraving 1806, Charles Fox sitting

Visiting the sick, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, engraving 1806, Charles Fox sitting in an armchair, obviously ill. On one side of him is Mrs

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: The rival queens or a political heat for Rege & Grege, engraving 1789, An encounter

The rival queens or a political heat for Rege & Grege, engraving 1789, An encounter between two stout ladies, Mrs. Fitzherbert and Mrs

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: MARIA ANNE FITZHERBERT (1756-1837). Nee Smythe

MARIA ANNE FITZHERBERT (1756-1837). Nee Smythe. Wife of the Prince of Wales, the future King George IV of England. Oil on canvas, c1788, by Sir Joshua Reynolds

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: GEORGE IV: WEDDING. Satirical cartoon of King George IV, then Prince of Wales

GEORGE IV: WEDDING. Satirical cartoon of King George IV, then Prince of Wales, and Maria Anna Fitzherbert, whom he married in secret on 15 December, 1785

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: BRITISH CARTOON, 1789. --Affairs. The sweet prospect behind us, or The outs in office

BRITISH CARTOON, 1789. --Affairs. The sweet prospect behind us, or The outs in office. Etching and aquatint cartoon by William Dent, 1789

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Mrs Maria Anne Fitzherbert (born Smythe - 1756-1837). Married the prince of Wales

Mrs Maria Anne Fitzherbert (born Smythe - 1756-1837). Married the prince of Wales, 1785 (later George IV) and lived with him until 1803

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: A Word Of Comfort

A Word Of Comfort, Dent, William, Active 1783-1793, En Sanguine Engraving 1790, A British Satire On The Efforts Of Charles James Fox To Get The Test And Corporation Acts Repealed

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: The Rival Queens Or A Political Heat For Rege & Grege

The Rival Queens Or A Political Heat For Rege & Grege, Engraving 1789, An Encounter Between Two Stout Ladies, Mrs. Fitzherbert And Mrs

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Affairs. The Sweet Prospect Behind Us

Affairs. The Sweet Prospect Behind Us, Or The Outs In Office, Dent, William, Active 1783-1793, Publisher, En Sanguine Engraving 1789, Rear Views Of The Prince Of Wales, Maria Fitzherbert

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: India - Pigeon Post envelope

India - Pigeon Post envelope
A Pigeon Post envelope used to send a message to Vice Admiral Herbert Fitzherbert CB C.M.G from Kalyan to Bombay (a distance of thirty miles)

Background imageFitzherbert Collection: Fitzherbert / Jesse Life

Fitzherbert / Jesse Life
MARIA ANNA FITZHERBERT First wife of King George IV


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"Fitzherbert: A Tale of Love, Loyalty, and Legacy" Step into the captivating world of Fitzherbert, a name that echoes through history. From the picturesque Warren Farm School in Brighton, Sussex to the second working trials of the Sporting Spaniel Club, this enigmatic figure left an indelible mark. Intriguingly captured on the Fitzherbert/Cig Card, we catch a glimpse of their fascinating life at Warren Farm School. But it is not just idyllic landscapes that define them; they were also intimately connected with significant events. One such occasion was when Mrs. Fitzherbert visited the sick James Gillray in July 1806. Charles James Fox's illness weighed heavily as Mrs. Fitzherbert urged him to confess while tears were wiped away by none other than the Prince of Wales himself. The pursuit for Catholic Emancipation remained unfulfilled for Fox despite his efforts and influence within Britain's political landscape during those tumultuous times. Delving deeper into their story reveals another facet – their involvement in Dilettanti Theatricals depicted through a thought-provoking cartoon. The Prince of Wales graced York House in London back in 1792 where St Williams College stood witness to their shared journey. Mrs. Fitzherbert emerges as more than just a companion but rather an integral part of King George IV's life throughout history – from her portrayal by Richard Cosway in 1907 to Jean Conde's artistry capturing her essence back in 1792. Their tale unfolds like scenes from "The Constant Couple" play premiered in 1786 – filled with passion, devotion, and unwavering loyalty that transcended societal norms. Fitzherbert remains etched within our collective memory as an emblematic figure who shaped destinies and defied conventions alongside one of Britain's most influential monarchs-to-be - King George IV.