James Basire I Collection

Sigismunda, May 5, 1790. Creator: James Basire I
Sigismunda, May 5, 1790. After William Hogarth

Thomas Morell, S. T. P. - S. S. A. February 1762. Creator: James Basire I
Thomas Morell, S.T.P.- S.S.A. February 1762. After William Hogarth

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

View of the monument to the children of Henry III, Westminster Abbey, London, c1790

Church of St Dunstan and All Saints, Stepney, London, 1746. Artist
Church of St Dunstan and All Saints, Stepney, London, 1746. View showing figures in the churchyard. Below is an invitation to a service

Five effiigies of knights from Temple Church, London, 1786. Artist: James Basire I
Five effiigies of knights from Temple Church, London, 1786. These five lie in various poses and all are armed with sword or dagger and dressed in mail armour

London Bridge (old), London, 1830. Artist: James Basire I
Partial view of London Bridge, London, 1830, with building work underway

Dr Johnsons monument, by John Bacon, in St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1796

Proclamation of peace of the American War of Indepence, London, 1763. The upper view shows peace proclaimed at Charing Cross, and the lower view shows peace proclaimed at Temple Bar

Louvre, c18th century. Artist: James Basire I
Louvre, c18th century

The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Artist: James Basire I
The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Lavishly decorated tents were constructed at the field of the Cloth of Gold, the meeting place near Calais in France

John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury and 1st Earl of Waterford, 1811 Creator: James Basire I
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury and 1st Earl of Waterford, 1811

Margaret Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, 1811. Creator: James Basire I
Margaret Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, 1811

Frontispiece to "The Farmers Return", March 1762. Creator: James Basire I
Frontispiece to " The Farmers Return", March 1762. Sitter David Garrick. After William Hogarth

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James Basire I was a renowned artist and engraver who created several notable works throughout his career. One of his famous creations is the engraving titled "Sigismunda, " completed on May 5, 1790. This captivating piece showcases Basire's exceptional talent in capturing emotions and telling stories through his art. Another remarkable work by the portrait of Thomas Morell, S. T. P. - S. S. A. , which he completed in February 1762. This portrait demonstrates Basire's ability to capture the essence and character of his subjects with great precision. Basire also collaborated with Thomas Cook to create an intriguing depiction of "Sigismunda" in 1808, later reissued in 1827. This collaboration resulted in a visually stunning artwork that further showcased their artistic prowess. In addition to portraits and historical scenes, it also excelled at architectural engravings. His engraving titled "The inside prospect of the Court, the Chapel, and the Hall of Beaulieu" from 1786 provides a detailed view into this magnificent structure. Basire's talent for capturing significant events can be seen in his portrayal of the scene depicting Thomas Thynnes' murder in Pall Mall, Westminster, London during c1775. The attention to detail creates a sense of intrigue surrounding this tragic event. Furthermore, Basire contributed to preserving history through engravings such as "View of the monument to the children of Henry III" located within Westminster Abbey around c1790. These engravings serve as valuable records that allow us to appreciate historical landmarks even today. Amongst other notable works by it can depictions like "Church of St Dunstan and All Saints" situated in Stepney, London (1746), showcasing both architectural beauty and religious significance. Additionally, he played a part in immortalizing five effigies from Temple Church located in London through his engraving in 1786.