George Vertue Collection

Queen Elizabeth I, 1732. Creator: George Vertue
Queen Elizabeth I, 1732

The Battle of Carberry Hill, 1567, c1742, (1944). Creator: George Vertue
The Battle of Carberry Hill, 1567, c1742, (1944). The Battle-Array of Carberry-hill near Edinburgh with the Surrender of Mary Queen of Scots to the Confederate Lords of Scotland

King Canute the Dane, 1732. Creator: George Vertue
King Canutethe Dane, 1732. Portrait of Cnut the Great in an oval frame surmounted by a coat of arms, with runes, flaming torches, swords, arrows and coins

George Vertue, 1723 (oil on canvas)
1765252 George Vertue, 1723 (oil on canvas) by Gibson, Thomas (c.1680-1751); 73.5x50.8 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London

Edward Harley, 2nd Earl of Oxford, c. 1719 (oil on canvas)
1765230 Edward Harley, 2nd Earl of Oxford, c.1719 (oil on canvas) by Dahl, Michael the Elder (1656-1743) (studio of); 84x68.5 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London, UK; (add.info.: Edward Harley (1689)

Plan and elevation of the Savoy buildings, London, 1736, 1816 (engraving)
5912698 Plan and elevation of the Savoy buildings, London, 1736, 1816 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Plan and elevation of the Savoy)

John Milton, Age 21, 1747. Creator: George Vertue
John Milton, Age 21, 1747

Peace of Aix-la-Chapelle: A Plan and Elevation of the Royal Fire-Works, London, 1749, ... ca. 1749
Peace of Aix-la-Chapelle: A Plan and Elevation of the Royal Fire-Works, London, 1749, ca. 1749. A fireworks display, with music specially composed by Handel, was held in St James Park, London

William Shakespeare, 1719. Creator: George Vertue
William Shakespeare, 1719

Mary II (1662-94) Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland
5892365 Mary II (1662A-94) Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland. She co-reigned with her husband, King William II and III (engraving) by Houbraken, Jacobus (1698-1780) & Vertue

Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl of Sunderland (1675-1722) Statesman also known as Lord Spencer
5892360 Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl of Sunderland (1675-1722) Statesman also known as Lord Spencer (engraving) by Houbraken, Jacobus (1698-1780) & Vertue

James II, engraved by George Vertue (1684-1756), 1688 (engraving)
2563378 James II, engraved by George Vertue (1684-1756), 1688 (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Mary, Princess Royal, Princess of Orange, Countess of Nassau (1631-60
5892364 Mary, Princess Royal, Princess of Orange, Countess of Nassau (1631-60) Daughter of King Charles I of England and his wife Henrietta Maria of France

Sir William Temple, 1st Baronet (1628-99) English statesman and essayist (engraving)
5892359 Sir William Temple, 1st Baronet (1628-99) English statesman and essayist (engraving) by Houbraken, Jacobus (1698-1780) & Vertue, George (1684-1756); Private Collection; out of copyright

Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587) (engraving)
5892357 Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587) (engraving) by Houbraken, Jacobus (1698-1780) & Vertue, George (1684-1756); Private Collection; out of copyright

The Savoy, London, from the River Thames (engraving)
585035 The Savoy, London, from the River Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Savoy, London, from the River Thames)

Louise of Savoy (1476-1531) French noble and regent, Duchess of Auvergne and Bourbon
5892363 Louise of Savoy (1476-1531) French noble and regent, Duchess of Auvergne and Bourbon, Duchess of Nemours, and mother of King Francis I (engraving) by Houbraken, Jacobus (1698-1780) & Vertue

Francis Cottington, 1st Baron Cottington (c. 1579-1652) English Lord Treasurer
5892361 Francis Cottington, 1st Baron Cottington (c.1579A-1652) English Lord Treasurer and ambassador (engraving) by Houbraken, Jacobus (1698-1780) & Vertue

A view of the Savoy, London, from the River Thames (engraving)
585037 A view of the Savoy, London, from the River Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A view of the Savoy, London, from the River Thames)

John Somers, 1st Baron Somers (1651-1716) Lord High Chancellor of England under King
5892362 John Somers, 1st Baron Somers (1651-1716) Lord High Chancellor of England under King William III (engraving) by Houbraken, Jacobus (1698-1780) & Vertue

Charles II, King of England, Scotland, France & Ireland
2563371 Charles II, King of England, Scotland, France & Ireland, engraved by George Vertue (1684-1756) (engraving) by Lely

Subscription Receipt, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Subscription Receipt, 1720s. [Sea-god in chariot pulled by hippicamps]

Bust of Hollar in a Circular Frame (published in Vertue s, Description of the Works of the Ingenious Delineator & Engraver, Wenceslaus Hollar), 1745

John Milton, (1943). Creator: George Vertue
John Milton, (1943). Portrait of English writer and poet John Milton (1608-1674) aged 62 in 1670, according to the Latin inscription

King Alfred, 1733. Creator: George Vertue
King Alfred, 1733. Portrait in an oval frame inscribed Alfredus Magnus Rex Angliae, (Alfred the Great, King of England). On the table below are a crown, books, arrows, a lyre

Francis Beaumont. Creator: Evans
Francis Beaumont. Portrait of Francis Beaumont (1584-1616), English playwright and poet

Francis Beaumont. Creator: William Evans
Francis Beaumont. Portrait of Francis Beaumont (1584-1616), English playwright and poet

Joannes Gower, c1727. Creator: Unknown
Joannes Gower, c1727. Portrait of English poet John Gower (c1330-1408), a friend and contemporary of Geoffrey Chaucer. He is known primarily for three major works

Henry, Duke of Gloucester, 1736. Creator: George Vertue
Henry, Duke of Gloucester, 1736. Portrait of Henry Stuart, Duke of Gloucester (1640-1660), youngest son of King Charles I of England and Queen Henrietta Maria

The inside prospect of the Court, the Chappel and the Hall of Beaulieu, 1786. Courtyard of the Palace of Beaulieu in Boreham, Essex. A previous house on the site was known as New Hall

Monument to Henry III, c1730s. Creator: George Vertue
Monument to Henry III, c1730s. Portrait of King Henry III of England (1207-1272) with a vignette of Westminster Abbey in London where he is buried

Plan and elevation of the royal fireworks to be performed in St Jamess Park, London, 1749. The display, held on 27 April 1749, was to celebrate the end of the War of the Austrian Succession

Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, c1720. Artist: George Vertue
Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, c1720. View looking north, with a plan in the sky to the right. Designed by James Gibbs, the church was built in the 1720s

Monument to King Edward VI, Chapel of Henry VII, Westminster Abbey, London, c1740. The memorial was destroyed during the English Civil War

Lincolns Inn Chapel, Holborn, London, 1751. Artist: George Vertue
Lincolns Inn Chapel, Holborn, London, 1751. Views of the exterior of the chapel (top) and its ambulatory and stairs, with figures and a description on the left

Memorial to Thomas Sutton in the chapel of Charterhouse, Finsbury, London. Sutton was the founder of the Charterhouse school and hospital

Gresham College, City of London, 1740. Artist: George Vertue
Gresham College, City of London, 1740. Bird s-eye view of Gresham College, looking east, showing the entrance in Old Broad Street; with a numbered key to thecollege on the right

Procession of Queen Elizabeth I to Blackfriars, London, 16 June 1600, (1742). Artist
Procession of Queen Elizabeth I to Blackfriars, London, 16 June 1600, (1742). The queen is being carried by her armed guard and flanked by her courtiers

George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Artist: George Vertue
George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. King George is wearing long wig and garter robes, with a crown, shield, sword, helmet and orb in lower border

Edward III, King of England, c1347, (c1750). Artist: Pierre Francois Basan
Edward III, King of England, c1347, (c1750), with a surround, wearing armour and a crown on top of a helmet

King Edward VI signing a charter, 1552, (1750). Artist: George Vertue
King Edward VI signing a charter, 1552, (1750). The charter gave Bridewell to the City of London for a workhouse. Edward VI is surrounded by the Lord Mayor

Samuel Butler in wig and robes, 1744. Artist: George Vertue
The poet Samuel Butler in wig and robes, 1744

Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Artist: George Vertue
Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Wearing a long wig and garter robes, with a crown, shield, sword, helmet and orb in the lower border

Royal Exchange (1st) interior, London, 1739. Artist: George Vertue
Royal Exchange (1st) interior, London, 1739

Edward VI signing a charter giving Bridewell to the City of London for a workhouse, 1552 (1750). The king is surrounded by the Lord Mayor, Sir George Barnes and Aldermen of the City of London

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George Vertue was a renowned artist in the 18th century, known for his exceptional talent in capturing historical events and prominent figures. His masterpiece, "George Vertue, 1733, " showcases his own self-portrait on an oil canvas, reflecting his dedication to the art form. Another notable work by Vertue is "The Battle of Carberry Hill, 1567, " created around 1742. This painting depicts a significant moment in Scottish history with meticulous attention to detail. In addition to historical scenes, it also excelled at portraiture as seen in "King Canute the Dane" from 1732. The portrait captures King Canute's regal presence and power through masterful brushstrokes. Furthermore, Vertue's artistic prowess extended beyond paintings; he also produced engravings such as "Plan and elevation of the Savoy buildings, London" in 1736. One of his most captivating works is "A Conversation of Virtuosis. . at the King's Arms" painted on an oil canvas in 1735. This composition brings together various intellectuals engaged in lively discussions within a tavern setting—a testament to Vertue's ability to capture both physical likeness and intellectual atmosphere. Vertue's skillful portrayal of individuals is evident once again in his depiction of Edward Harley, the second Earl of Oxford circa 1719. The richness of colors and intricate details highlight Harley's noble stature. George Vertue immortalized literary giants like John Milton and William Shakespeare through his portraits dating back to different periods—Milton at age twenty-one (1747) and Shakespeare (1719). These artworks serve as visual tributes that honor their contributions to literature. Lastly, one cannot overlook Mary II Queen Consorts' depictions by George Vertue during her reign over England Scotland Ireland from1662-1694. These portrayals exemplify her gracefulness while emphasizing her influential role in history.