Guido Fawkes Collection

The Capture Of Guy Fawkes, 1605, (c1850). Fawkes was an English conspirator who attempted to blow up the houses of Parliament on November 5th

Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plotters, 1605. Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due to open new session

Discovery of Guido Fawkes by Suffolk and Mounteagle, 1850. Artist: John Leech
Discovery of Guido Fawkes by Suffolk and Mounteagle, 1850. A satirical illustration on the capture of Guy Fawkes. Guy Fawkes is the best known of the conspirators behind a Roman Catholic conspiracy

Guy Fawkes detected and seized under the House of Lords, 5 November 1606 (engraving)
8632461 Guy Fawkes detected and seized under the House of Lords, 5 November 1606 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Arrest of Fawkes in the vaults of the Houses of Parliament (coloured engraving)
8643402 Arrest of Fawkes in the vaults of the Houses of Parliament (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Remember, Remember, the Fifth of November" (engraving)
8676619 "Remember, Remember, the Fifth of November" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Remember, Remember, the Fifth of November")

The seizure of Guy Fawkes, 1605 (engraving)
8636816 The seizure of Guy Fawkes, 1605 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The seizure of Guy Fawkes, 1605)

The Yeomen of the Guard (colour photo)
8669252 The Yeomen of the Guard (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Yeomen of the Guard)

Medal Commemorating the Discovery of the Gunpowder Plot, 1605, (1904). From James I. and VI, by T. F. Henderson. [Goupil & Co. Paris, Edinburgh, New York, London, 1904]

"Guy Fawkes Cellar", at Westminster, 1857. Creator: Unknown. "Guy Fawkes Cellar", at Westminster
"Guy Fawkes Cellar", at Westminster, 1857. Engraving of the Cellar, from a sketch made at the time of its removal, [Houses of Parliament, London]

Arrest of Guy Fawkes during his attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament, the Gunpowder Plot, London
7147336 Arrest of Guy Fawkes during his attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament, the Gunpowder Plot, London, 1606 (engraving) by English School

Guy Fawkes et Jacques Ier (engraving)
7194577 Guy Fawkes et Jacques Ier (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guy Fawkes et Jacques Ier)

"Guy Fawkes"and his Mamma (engraving)
7182222 " Guy Fawkes" and his Mamma (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Guy Fawkes" and his Mamma)

Guy Fawkes, Johnnie! (engraving)
7192853 Guy Fawkes, Johnnie! (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guy Fawkes, Johnnie)

Seizure of Guy Fawkes (engraving)
7192609 Seizure of Guy Fawkes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seizure of Guy Fawkes)

Examination of Guy Fawkes (engraving)
7152661 Examination of Guy Fawkes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Examination of Guy Fawkes)

Guy Fawkes Day (colour litho)
7181709 Guy Fawkes Day (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guy Fawkes Day. Illustration for Bubbles edited by Dr Barnardo (1900).); © Look and Learn

Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators in the Gunpowder Plot, 1605 (engraving)
7185475 Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators in the Gunpowder Plot, 1605 (engraving) by Ulrich, Heinrich (c.1570-1621); Private Collection; (add.info)

Remarks (engraving)
7164430 Remarks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Remarks. Illustration for The Comic Annual by Thomas Hood, 1831 (Charles Tilt).); © Look and Learn

Guy Fawkes and the conspirators, from a contemporary print (engraving)
3636282 Guy Fawkes and the conspirators, from a contemporary print (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guy Fawkes and the conspirators)

Arrest of Guy Fawkes for attempting to blow up the Houses of Parliament in the Gunpowder Plot
6029837 Arrest of Guy Fawkes for attempting to blow up the Houses of Parliament in the Gunpowder Plot, 5 November 1605 (engraving) by English School

Guy Fawkes in Effigy, Bartholomews Hospital and Smithfield Market
6340358 Guy Fawkes in Effigy, Bartholomews Hospital and Smithfield Market by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Guy Fawkes in Effigy, Bartholomews Hospital and Smithfield Market)

Conspirators in the Gun Powder Plot, 1794 (engraving)
2563369 Conspirators in the Gun Powder Plot, 1794 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Published 1st October 1794 by Herbert P)

Lypiatt Park, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Lypiatt Park, 1844. View of Lypiatt Park, a medieval and Tudor manor house in Bisley, near Stroud, in Gloucestershire. The property...fell into the possession of the Throckmorton family

Guy Fawkes before James the First, c1870, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
Guy Fawkes before James the First, c1870, (c1900). Victorian depiction of Guy Fawkes being brought before King James I after the discovery of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605

Guy Fawkes and the Conspirators, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Guy Fawkes and the Conspirators, (c1872). The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was a failed assassination attempt against King James I

Large stones and the iron bars and other tools used in the mining operations were thrown among the barrels, as Guy Fawkes afterwards declared, to make the breach the greater

Scene showing the capture of Guy Fawkes, c1605, (1802). Artist: F Deeres
Scene showing the capture of Guy Fawkes, c1605, (1802). Fawkes was captured by Sir Thomas Knevet and his attendants at the Houses of Parliament in Westminster

Scene of the discovery of the Gunpowder Plot, 1605, (c1780). Showing figures outside the cellar beneath the House of Lords, in the Palace of Westminster

Guy Fawkes heading towards the cellar in the Palace of Westminster, London, 1605, (c1820). The cellar was packed with barrels of gunpowder intended to blow up James I in the House of Lords

Guy Fawkes or the 5th of November, 1834. Artist: G Rymer
Guy Fawkes or the 5th of November, 1834. Plate no.6 from London Scenes; view of a group of mischevious boys carrying Guy Fawkes on a chair in a London street on the 5th November

The Westminster canvass, 1784. Artist: William Dent
The Westminster canvass, 1784. Charles James Fox, as Guy Fawkes, being carried in a chair by his supporters Edward Hall and Sam House

Lambeth, London, c1850. Artist: W Read
View of a house in Lambeth, London, c1850; sometimes known as the residence of Guy Fawkes. The house was leased by Robert Catesby and used as a base

Children collecting pennies for the Guy, 1816

The Gunpowder Plot Conspirators, 1605, (1904). Artist: Crispijn de Passe I
The Gunpowder Plot Conspirators, 1605, (1904). From James I. and VI, by T. F. Henderson. [Goupil & Co. Paris, Edinburgh, New York, London, 1904]

Strand Lane, 1929. From Old London, A Series of 25 Willss Cigarettes cards. [W.D. & H.O. Wills, London, 1929]

Guy Fawkess Cellar, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

The arrest of Guy Fawkes (1570-1606), c1902. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume III (c1902)

Indenture for the sale of land, signed by Guy Fawkes, early 17th century (1901). Facsimile of an indenture for the sale of land signed by Guy Fawkes (1570-1601)

Guy Fawkes lantern, 17th century, (c1920). Lantern used by Fawkes in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

The Gunpowder Plot Conspirators and their Servant Bates, (1605), 1901
The Gunpowder Plot Conspirators and their Servant Bates, 1605. Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plotters, 1605. Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when

Guy Fawkes Day, London, 1926-1927. Children with a homemade guy collecting money to buy fireworks. Illustration from Wonderful London, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, Volume I

Guy Fawkes and Humphrey Chetham, 1605, (1841). Artist: George Cruikshank
Guy Fawkes and Humphrey Chetham Rescuing Father Oldcorne and Viviana Radcliffe from the Pursuivant, 1605, (1841). Illustration from Guy Fawkes, or the Gunpowder Treason: an Historical Romance

The Gunpowder Plotters, early 17th century, (1910). The conspirators, from a picture painted in 1606: Robert Winter, Christopher Wright, John Wright, Thomas Percy, Guy Fawkes, Robert Catesby

James I, King of England and Scotland, 1860. Artist: WJ Edwards
James I, King of England and Scotland, 1860. James (1566-1625) became King of Scotland in 1567 and England in 1601. The son of Mary Queen of Scots

William Parker (Lord Monteagle), receiving letter of warning of the plot, 1605. Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due

Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament, 1605 (19th century). Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due to open new

The Gunpowder Plot. Guy Fawkes interrogated by James I and his council in the kings bedchamber, Whitehall. Guy Fawkes, 1570 - 1606, aka Guido Fawkes

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"Guido Fawkes: Unmasking the Infamous Conspirator" Step back in time to the year 1605, a pivotal moment in British history. The Capture of Guy Fawkes, forever etched into our collective memory, stands as a testament to the resilience of England and its unwavering commitment to preserving peace. Intrigue and treachery abound as we delve into the dark depths of the Gunpowder Plot. Guy Fawkes and his fellow plotters sought to ignite chaos by blowing up the Houses of Parliament. However, their nefarious plans were foiled thanks to an anonymous letter received by Lord Monteagle. The Discovery by Suffolk and Mounteagle in 1850 is vividly brought to life through John Leech's masterful artwork. The tension palpable as these brave men unearthed evidence that would expose Fawkes' sinister intentions. A medal commemorating this historic event serves as a poignant reminder of how close England came to catastrophe. It symbolizes both gratitude for thwarting disaster and a warning against those who seek harm within our midst. Engravings depicting the Gunpowder Plot reveal not only the conspiracy itself but also shed light on societal perceptions at that time. They illustrate how Catholics were viewed with suspicion during this era, highlighting religious tensions that permeated society. The Arrest of Guy Fawkes showcases London's determination in bringing justice upon this malevolent figure. His capture marked not only an end to his destructive ambitions but also signaled a triumph for law and order. Even after his demise, Guy Fawkes continued capturing public imagination centuries later. An engraving from 1813 portrays him alongside Napoleon Bonaparte, two notorious enemies united even in death through infamy. Yet amidst all these depictions lies another side - "Guy Fawkes"and his Mamma - revealing a more human aspect to this infamous character.