Milton Collection (page 6)

Earl Fitzwilliam. K. G. 1879. Creator: Vincent Brooks Day & Son
Earl Fitzwilliam. K.G. 1879. William Thomas Spencer Wentworth Fitzwilliam, 6th Earl Fitzwilliam (1815-1902), peer, nobleman

Mr. Oliver Cromwell of Ely Visits Mr. John Milton, 1883, (1886). Artist: Robert Hoskin
Mr. Oliver Cromwell of Ely Visits Mr. John Milton, 1883, (1886). 19th century imagining of a scene in which Lord Protector Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) visits the blind poet John Milton (1608-1674)

Interior view of Miltons school room in Barbican, City of London, 1864

Deptford Docks, London, 1753. Artist
Deptford Docks, London, 1753. Plan of the Dock Yard at Deptford including the surrounding area. In the upper section is a view of the River Thames with water vessels

View of Miltons residence, Petty France, Westminster, London, 1851
View of Miltons residence, no 19 Petty France, Westminster, London, 1851. Showing a tree planted by Milton and a child with a toy horse and cart in front of it

Monument to John Milton and part of St Giles without Cripplegate after bomb damage, c1940
View of the monument to John Milton and part of St Giles without Cripplegate after bomb damage, London, c1940

Pompeys Pillar, Alexandria, Egypt, 1802. Artist: Thomas Milton
Pompeys Pillar, Alexandria, Egypt, 1802. Probably the best-known ancient monument still standing in Alexandria, the pilliar actually has nothing to do with Pompey but was erected in 293 AD for

Josephs Hall in the Citadel of Cairo, Egypt, 1802. Artist: Thomas Milton
Josephs Hall in the Citadel of Cairo, Egypt, 1802. Plate 31 from Views in Egypt by Luigi Mayer

An Egyptian bey, 1802. Artist: Thomas Milton
An Egyptian bey, 1802. Plate 14 from Views in Egypt by Luigi Mayer

Subterranean Chamber near the Pyramids at Giza, 1802. Artist: Thomas Milton
Subterranean Chamber near the Pyramids at Giza, 1802. Plate 9 from Views in Egypt by Luigi Mayer

An Ancient Sarcophagus of Basaltes, called the Lovers Fountain, 1802. Artist
An Ancient Sarcophagus of Basaltes, called the Lovers Fountain, 1802. Plate 10 from Views in Egypt by Luigi Mayer

Top of the First Pyramid of Gizah, Egypt, 1802. Artist: Thomas Milton
Top of the First Pyramid of Gizah, Egypt, 1802. Plate 4 from Views of Egypt by Luigi Mayer

View of the nilometer, Cairo, Egypt, 1802. Artist: Thomas Milton
View of the nilometer, Cairo, Egypt, 1802. Nilometers were ancient devices for measuring the annual inundation of the Nile

Passage from the Second to the Third Gallery in the Great Pyramid, Giza, Egypt, 1802. Exploring the interior of the Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu). Plate 5 from Views in Egypt by Luigi Mayer, 1802

Chamber and Sarcophagus in the Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt, 1802. Inside the Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu), built in the 25th century BC. Plate 6 from Views in Egypt by Luigi Mayer

Mamelukes Exercising in the Square of Mourad Beys Palace, Cairo, Egypt, 1802. The Mamluks (Mamelukes) were a powerful Islamic soldier caste

Interior View of the Catacombs at Alexandria, Egypt, 1802. Artist: Thomas Milton
Interior View of the Catacombs at Alexandria, Egypt, 1802. Plate 11 from Views in Egypt by Luigi Mayer

The Shepherds Dream, 1786. Artist: Fussli (Fuseli), Johann Heinrich (1741-1825)
The Shepherds Dream, 1786. Found in the collection of the Albertina, Vienna

Eragny Press: Opening Page of the Areopagitica, c. 1895-1914. Artist: Lucien Pissaro
Eragny Press: Opening Page of the Areopagitica Printed in the Brook Type, with Border and Initial Letter, c.1895-1914. Illustrated page from a late 19th-early 20th century publication showing an

Marino, 1783. Artist: Thomas Milton
Marino, 1783. Neo-classical building in landscape of Marino, a comune in Lazio on the Alban Hills famous for its white wine, and for its Grape Festival

Miltons House in Petty France, c1897. Artist: William Patten
Miltons House in Petty France, c1897. The home of John Milton (1608-1674), English poet, at No. 19 York Street. Miltons most famous work is his epic Paradise Lost, first published in 1667

All Night Raid on Britains Capital - Statue of John Milton, 1940, (1940). The Statue of poet John Milton (1608-1674) at St Giles-without-Cripplegate, damaged by a bombing raids on 24th August 1940

John Milton, (1608-1674), poet and author, 1893. Artists: John Milton, Unknown
John Milton (1608-1674), poet and author, 1893. From The Pictorial Treasury of Famous Men and Famous Deeds published by Frederick Warne and Co. [London and New York, 1893]

John Milton, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
John Milton (1608-74), British poet. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

Band stand, Hastings, Sussex, c1914. Artist: Milton
Band stand, Hastings, Sussex, c1914. Postcard posted in 1914

Freedom of the press: title page from the Areopagitica by John Milton, 1644 (1956). The Areopagitica was a speech delivered by Milton in the House of Commons in favour of the liberty of unlicensed

Miltons cottage, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, 1895. The home of the English poet John Milton and the place where he wrote his famous poem Paradise Lost

Milton Sills (1882-1930), American actor, 20th century

Bunhill Row, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
Bunhill Row, London, 1926-1927. Bunhill Row is where John Milton wrote Paradise Lost. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London)

John Milton, English poet, (1912). Miltons (1608-1674) most famous work is his epic Paradise Lost, first published in 1667. He became totally blind in about 1652

John Milton (1608-1674), English poet, early 20th century. Artist: CW Quinnell
John Milton (1608-1674), English poet, early 20th century. Miltons most famous work is his epic Paradise Lost, first published in 1667. A Raphael Tuck & Sons Oilette Series Postcard

Part of a letter from Bishop Warburton, respecting the poems of Milton, 1737, (1840). Artist: William Warburton
Part of a letter from Bishop Warburton, respecting the poems of Milton, 1737, (1840). Illustration from Historical and Literary Curiosities consisting of Fac-similies of Original Documents

View of the residence of Elwood, friend of John Milton, at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, 1840. Thomas Elwood, an early Quaker, was secretary to the poet John Milton (1608-1674)

Whitworth Mitton, actor, early 20th century. Artist: Dover Street Studios
Whitworth Mitton, actor, early 20th century. Mitton is seen here in the role of Cheiro from Amasis

The Exposure of Prince Edwin, (1810). Artist: Milton
The Exposure of Prince Edwin, (1810). In 938 AD, Edwin, brother of King Athelstan, was implicated in a conspiracy. As a punishment he was set adrift in a small boat with no rudder or sail

Edward I of England, (1804). Artist: Milton
Edward I of England, (1804). Portrait of King Edward (1239-1307) who reigned 1272-1307

John Miltons monument, St Giless Church, Cripplegate, London, c1850. Miltons (1608-1674) most famous work is his epic Paradise Lost, first published in 1667

Satan in all his Glory... 1792.Artist: James Gillray
Satan in all his Glory; - or Peter Pindar crouching to the devil, sketch d from the peep-hole at scalegill, 1792. To the worthy inhabitants of Cumberland

Old Wisdom blinking at the stars, 1782. Artist: W Rennie
Old Wisdom blinking at the stars, 1782. Man of letters and lexicographer Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), as a wise owl, looks at busts of Milton and Pope

La Belle Assemblee, 1787. Here love his golden shafts employs; here lights his constant lamp; and waves his purple wings reigns here and revels. (Milton)

John Milton when young, (1787). Drawing of a 12-year-old boy. thought to be of John Milton, 17th century English poet. Miltons (1608-1674) most famous work is his epic Paradise Lost

Letter from William Cowper to William Unwin, 31st October 1779. Artist: William Cowper
Letter from William Cowper to William Unwin, 31st October 1779. Letter from Cowper to the Reverend William Unwin, commenting on Dr Johnsons recently published Lives of the Poets

John Milton, English poet, (1815). Artist: Henry Cooke
John Milton, English poet, (1815). Milton (1608-1674), author of Paradise Lost, became totally blind in about 1652

John Milton, English poet, (19th century). Milton (1608-1674), author of Paradise Lost, became totally blind in about 1652

Raphael talks to Adam and Eve. Illustration for John Miltons Paradise Lost, 1866. Artist: Dore, Gustave (1832-1883)
Raphael talks to Adam and Eve. Illustration for John Miltons Paradise Lost, 1866. Private Collection

Miltons House in Petty France, Westminster, London, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Miltons House in Petty France, Westminster, London, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

John Milton, English poet, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Milton (1608-1674) who became totally blind in about 1652. Illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co)

John Milton, 17th century English poet, (1820). Artist: JT Wedgwood
John Milton, 17th century English poet, (1820). Miltons (1608-1674) most famous work is his epic Paradise Lost, first published in 1667. He became totally blind in about 1652

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Milton, a name that echoes through the ages, conjures images of epic battles and profound literary works. From the pages of "Paradise Lost" to the wood engravings by Gustave Doré, Milton's influence is undeniable. In Book I of "Paradise Lost, " Satan and his rebellious angels are cast out of Heaven, forever altering the course of history. The wood engraving after Gustave Doré captures this momentous event with its intricate details and haunting beauty. Gravesend/Milton Place stands as a testament to Milton's enduring legacy. This location holds significance in both history and literature, serving as a reminder of Satan's flight to Earth. But Milton is not confined to grand tales alone. The whimsical music sheet cover for "Mairzy Doats and Dozy Doats" adds a touch of levity to his name, showcasing his versatility across different genres. Bridge Street in Ballater, Aberdeenshire may seem an unlikely connection to Milton at first glance. However, it serves as a reminder that inspiration can be found even in unexpected places. Perhaps this quaint street has sparked creativity in someone who would go on to create their own masterpiece inspired by Milton's work. Gustave Doré's illustrations further immortalize Milton's words. In "The Fall of the Rebel Angels, " we witness Dore’s interpretation come alive with vivid imagery that captivates our imagination. Gravesend/Milton C1840? invites us into another era where we can glimpse how people once lived amidst landscapes that might have influenced or inspired John Milton himself. New Milton in Hampshire takes us back to reality with its bustling Station Road—a place where everyday life intertwines with literary greatness. It reminds us that while legends like John Milton may seem distant figures from another time, their impact continues to shape our world today.