Horatio Walpole Collection

Horatio Walpole, 1st Baron Walpole
3119043 Horatio Walpole, 1st Baron Walpole; (add.info.: Portrait of Horatio Walpole, 1st Baron Walpole (1679-1757) an English diplomatist. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Elegy, written in a Country Churchyard, 18th December 1750. Artist: Thomas Gray
Elegy, written in a Country Churchyard, 18th December 1750. Copy, in Grays own hand, of his Elegy, enclosed in a letter written from Cambridge to Dr Thomas Wharton

The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Missal of Claude, Queen of Francis I., 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. 'A magnificent missal, painted on vellum, with illuminated capitals, and whole leaves painted with illustrations from Scripture history

The Brand Cabinet, , c. 1743. Creators: Horace Walpole, William Hallett
The Brand Cabinet, , c. 1743

Gustavus Hamilton, 2nd Viscount Boyne
LLM455564 Gustavus Hamilton, 2nd Viscount Boyne by Carriera, Rosalba Giovanna (1675-1757) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gustavus Hamilton, 2nd Viscount Boyne)

Horatio Walpole, Fourth Earl Of Orford (engraving)
3099492 Horatio Walpole, Fourth Earl Of Orford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horatio Walpole, Fourth Earl Of Orford)

Horace Walpole, Fourth Earl of Orford, (1919). Horatio Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford (1717-1797), also known as Horace Walpole, was an English art historian, man of letters

Horace Walpole (b. 1717, d. 1797), 1907. Horatio Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford (1717-1797), also known as Horace Walpole, was an English art historian, man of letters, antiquarian and Whig politician

Eridge Castle, Tunbridge Wells - The Marquis of Abergavenny, K. G. 1910
Eridge Castle, Tunbridge Wells - The Marquis of Abergavenny, K.G. 1910. In 1787 Henry Nevill, the 2nd Earl of Abergavenny, began building Eridge Castle in exuberant Gothic

The Gallery at Strawberry Hill, c1792. From The Environs of London, by Daniel Lysons [T. Cadell, Junior & W. Davies, , c1792.]

Anecdotes of Painting in England, c1762, (1946). Artist: Horace Walpole
Anecdotes of Painting in England, c1762, (1946). The First History of English Art published by the Strawberry Hill Press between 1762 and 1780

Strawberry Hill, the seat of the Rt. Hon. Lord Michelham, c1913. Strawberry Hill House, often referred to as Strawberry Hill, is a Gothic Revival villa that was built in Twickenham

Strawberry Hill, c18th century, (1922). Artist: Joseph Charles Barrow
Strawberry Hill, c18th century. From The Connoisseur Volume LXIII [Otto Limited, London, 1922.]

Part of a letter from Horace Walpole to the Reverend Mr Cole, 1777, (1840). Artist: Horace Walpole
Part of a letter from Horace Walpole to the Reverend Mr Cole, 1777, (1840). The letter is regarding the genius of Thomas Chatterton, and his pretended poems by Rowley

Part of a letter from Thomas Chatterton to Horace Walpole, late 18th century, (1840). Artist: Thomas Chatterton
Part of a letter from Thomas Chatterton to Horace Walpole, late 18th century, (1840). The letter is an account of his pretended discovery of Rowleys poems

Maria Walpole (1736-1807), Countess Waldegrave, 1867. Artist:s Bull
Maria Walpole (1736-1807), Countess Waldegrave, 1867. The niece of Horace Walpole, Maria was also the wife of Prince William Henry, Duke of Gloucester and Edinburgh

Horace Walpoles first interview with King George I. Artist: J Nicholson
Horace Walpoles first interview with King George I. Horace Walpole (1717-1797) was the son of Sir Robert Walpole, who was George Is de facto Prime Minister from 1721

Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536), 1744. Artist: Jacobus Houbraken
Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536), 1744. Catherine was the first wife and queen consort of King Henry VIII

Horatio Walpole, 1st Baron Walpole of Wolterton, English diplomat and politician, (1831). Artist: W Holl
Horatio Walpole, 1st Baron Walpole of Wolterton, English diplomat and politician, (1831). Horatio Walpole (1678-1757) was the younger brother of Robert Walpole

Horace Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford, politician, writer, architectural innovator, 1910
Horace Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford, politician, writer and architectural innovator, 18th century (1910). A print of Walpole (1717-1797) from The Connoisseur, (London, 1910)

Horatio Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford, 1717 - 1797, aka Horace Walpole. English writer, art historian, man of letters, antiquarian and Whig politician

Horace Walpoles first interview, whilst still a child, with George I. Horatio Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford, 1717 - 1797, aka Horace Walpole

Festival of the Golden Rump, 1737 (etching)
XJF867954 Festival of the Golden Rump, 1737 (etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Walpole)

A Political Battle Royal Design d for Broughtons New Amphitheatre, c. 1743
XJF863025 A Political Battle Royal Design d for Broughtons New Amphitheatre, c.1743 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the fall of Robert Walpole)

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Horatio Walpole: A Man of Many Talents Horatio Walpole, not to be confused with the well-known company, was a prominent figure in the 18th century. Born in 1717 and passing away in 1797, he was known by many names - Horace Walpole, Fourth Earl of Orford. His creative genius extended into various realms, leaving behind an enduring legacy. One of his notable creations is "The Brand Cabinet, " crafted around 1743 alongside William Hallett. This masterpiece showcased their artistic prowess and attention to detail. Another remarkable work is the engraving of Gustavus Hamilton, the 2nd Viscount Boyne. It captured both elegance and strength within its lines. Walpole's interests were diverse; he had a keen eye for architecture as well. Eridge Castle stands as a testament to his appreciation for grandeur and beauty. In addition, Strawberry Hill became synonymous with his name - it served as his seat and reflected his refined taste. Not only did Walpole excel in visual arts but also literature. He authored "Anecdotes of Painting in England" during the mid-18th century, showcasing his extensive knowledge and love for art history. Moreover, letters exchanged between him and other intellectuals shed light on his intellectual pursuits. His impact transcended time; even after decades since his passing, people continued to admire him through paintings like those created by Joseph Charles Barrow or Thomas Chatterton's letter addressed to him.