John Wesley Collection

Charles Wesley, 18th century English preacher and hymn writer. Charles (1707-1788) was the brother of John Wesley (1703-1791) with whom he founded Methodism

Gwennap Pit
Methodist open air meeting place. IoE 66900

Reverend D Simpson, and Christ Church, Macclesfield (engraving)
3629087 Reverend D Simpson, and Christ Church, Macclesfield (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reverend D Simpson, and Christ Church, Macclesfield)

Riot in Wednesbury (engraving)
3628980 Riot in Wednesbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riot in Wednesbury)

Lauderdale House, in 1820, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Lauderdale House, in 1820, (c1876). Lauderdale House in Waterlow Park, Highgate, originally built for Richard Martin (Lord Mayor of London) in 1582, converted to neoclassical style in 1760

John Wesley
3585838 John Wesley; (add.info.: Engraving depicting John Wesley (1703-1791) an Anglican cleric, theologian, and co-founder of Methodism, being transported through flood water

Specimen of short-hand writing from the diary of John Wesley
3585840 Specimen of short-hand writing from the diary of John Wesley; (add.info.: Specimen of short-hand writing from the diary of John Wesley (1703-1791) an Anglican cleric

John Wesley
3119000 John Wesley; (add.info.: Portrait of John Wesley (1703-1791) an Angelica minister and theologian. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Susanna Wesley
3585841 Susanna Wesley; (add.info.: Portrait of Susanna Wesley (1669-1742) daughter of Dr. Samuel Annesley and Mary White, and the mother of John and Charles Wesley

John Wesley
3585839 John Wesley; (add.info.: Engraving depicting John Wesley (1703-1791) an Anglican cleric, theologian, and co-founder of Methodism, watching an electrical experiment

Robert Dickey, 1807-10. Creator: John Wesley Jarvis
Robert Dickey, 1807-10

John Wesley, c1766, (1936). Creator: Nathaniel Hone
John Wesley, c1766, (1936). Portrait of John Wesley (1703-1791) English cleric, theologian and evangelist by Nathaniel Hone (1718-1784). Oil on canvas

Monument to John Wesley, to be erected at Epworth, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Monument to John Wesley, to be erected at Epworth, 1856. Memorial to...to the founder of Methodism...the good people of the town of Epworth, in Lincolnshire (Wesley's birthplace)

USA, Georgia, Savannah, Statue of John Wesley

John Wesley, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders
3960997 John Wesley, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: John Wesley, 1703-1791. English cleric and theologian and one of the founders of Methodism)

Old Book, "Life of Wesley", c. 1936. Creator: Magnus S. Fossum
Old Book, " Life of Wesley", c. 1936

London-Road Chapel, Derby, 1865 (engraving)
3629193 London-Road Chapel, Derby, 1865 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London-Road Chapel, Derby, 1865)

Lauderdale House, Highgate, in 1820 (engraving)
3629163 Lauderdale House, Highgate, in 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lauderdale House, Highgate, in 1820)

Wesleys interview with Lord George Gordon (engraving)
3629152 Wesleys interview with Lord George Gordon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wesleys interview with Lord George Gordon)

The Centenary Chapel, Boston (engraving)
3629149 The Centenary Chapel, Boston (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Centenary Chapel, Boston)

Tron Church, Glasgow (engraving)
3629140 Tron Church, Glasgow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tron Church, Glasgow)

Inverness Cathedral (engraving)
3629139 Inverness Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inverness Cathedral)

Dr Smollett (engraving)
3629136 Dr Smollett (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Smollett. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

Pear tree planted by Mr Wesley at Kingswood (engraving)
3629129 Pear tree planted by Mr Wesley at Kingswood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pear tree planted by Mr Wesley at Kingswood)

Mumbles Lighthouse (engraving)
3629118 Mumbles Lighthouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mumbles Lighthouse)

Orphan house study, Newcastle (engraving)
3629106 Orphan house study, Newcastle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orphan house study, Newcastle)

Mary Bosanquet, afterwards Mrs Fletcher (engraving)
3629099 Mary Bosanquet, afterwards Mrs Fletcher (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary Bosanquet, afterwards Mrs Fletcher)

The Reverend Joseph Bradford (engraving)
3629097 The Reverend Joseph Bradford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reverend Joseph Bradford)

I asked, What are you doing? He answered, I am taking your face (engraving)
3629093 I asked, What are you doing? He answered, I am taking your face (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I asked, What are you doing)

Trevecka College (engraving)
3629079 Trevecka College (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trevecka College. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

A horse that was feeding turned short, and struck me (engraving)
3629074 A horse that was feeding turned short, and struck me (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A horse that was feeding turned short, and struck me)

A Modern Jewish Synagogue (engraving)
3629068 A Modern Jewish Synagogue (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Modern Jewish Synagogue)

Westminster School (engraving)
3629066 Westminster School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster School)

Howth (engraving)
3629054 Howth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Howth. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

The Docks, Whitehaven (engraving)
3629039 The Docks, Whitehaven (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Docks, Whitehaven)

Mr Blackwells House, Lewisham (engraving)
3629028 Mr Blackwells House, Lewisham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Blackwells House, Lewisham)

Bangor Cathedral (engraving)
3629021 Bangor Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bangor Cathedral. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

The French Church, Spitalfields (engraving)
3629017 The French Church, Spitalfields (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Church, Spitalfields)

The Hotwells, Bristol, in the Eighteenth Century (engraving)
3629008 The Hotwells, Bristol, in the Eighteenth Century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hotwells, Bristol, in the Eighteenth Century)

Mr Wesley "took them by the hand"(engraving)
3628991 Mr Wesley " took them by the hand" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Wesley " took them by the hand")

We all joined together in singing lustily (engraving)
3628978 We all joined together in singing lustily (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: We all joined together in singing lustily)

Orphan House, Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
3628973 Orphan House, Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orphan House, Newcastle-on-Tyne)

Wesley preaching on his fathers tomb (engraving)
3628970 Wesley preaching on his fathers tomb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wesley preaching on his fathers tomb)

First chapel in Derby, 1765 (engraving)
3629191 First chapel in Derby, 1765 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First chapel in Derby, 1765)

The Childrens Home, Edgworth, Bolton (engraving)
3629173 The Childrens Home, Edgworth, Bolton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Childrens Home, Edgworth, Bolton)

Manchester Cathedral (engraving)
3629103 Manchester Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manchester Cathedral)

Cross Hall, the home of Mary Bosanquet (engraving)
3629100 Cross Hall, the home of Mary Bosanquet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cross Hall, the home of Mary Bosanquet)

Portrait of Wesley, from the painting by J Williams (engraving)
3629075 Portrait of Wesley, from the painting by J Williams (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Wesley, from the painting by J Williams)

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John Wesley, along with his brother Charles Wesley, was a prominent figure in the 18th century as an English preacher and hymn writer. His influence can still be seen today through his contributions to Christianity. One notable location associated with John Wesley is Gwennap Pit, where he delivered many of his powerful sermons. This natural amphitheater became a place of spiritual awakening for thousands who gathered to hear him speak. Another significant event in Wesley's life was the Riot in Wednesbury, depicted in an engraving. This incident occurred when he faced opposition from those who disagreed with his teachings. Despite this adversity, Wesley remained steadfast in spreading his message of faith and love. Lauderdale House, captured in a painting from 1820, showcases the historical significance of this building where Wesley resided during that time period. It serves as a reminder of the places he called home throughout his ministry. Various portraits depict John Wesley at different stages of his life. One such portrait by Nathaniel Hone shows him around 1766 while another by John Wesley Jarvis portrays him between 1807-1810. These images provide glimpses into the physical appearance and character of this influential religious leader. In Savannah, Georgia stands a statue commemorating John Wesley's visit to America. This statue serves as a testament to the impact he had on spreading Methodism across continents. A painting titled "A Service in Old Cripplegate Church" captures the essence of worship during Wesleys' time and highlights their role within religious gatherings. The book "Life of Wesley, " published around 1936 by Magnus S. Fossum, provides insight into the life and legacy left behind by this remarkable individual whose teachings continue to inspire millions worldwide even after centuries have passed. Engravings depicting London-Road Chapel in Derby (1865) and Chapel-en-le-Frith showcase two examples among countless chapels built under Methodist influence.