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Mrs Fitzherbert Collection

Mrs. Fitzherbert, a woman of intrigue and beauty, captivated the hearts of many during her time

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: John Bull Ground Down, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching)

John Bull Ground Down, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO191249 John Bull Ground Down, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1786. Creator: J Cook

Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1786. Creator: J Cook
Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1786

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: The General Toast: Honor and Honesty, Love and Loyalty, Fitz and Good Company

The General Toast: Honor and Honesty, Love and Loyalty, Fitz and Good Company, ... October 20, 1786. Creator: Anon
The General Toast: Honor and Honesty, Love and Loyalty, Fitz and Good Company, October 20, 1786

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Famous Beauties: Mrs Fitzherbert (colour litho)

Famous Beauties: Mrs Fitzherbert (colour litho)
7178621 Famous Beauties: Mrs Fitzherbert (colour litho) by MacDonald, Alistair K. (1880-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Fitzherbert)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Relics at the Guelph Exhibition, New Gallery, Regent Street (engraving)

Relics at the Guelph Exhibition, New Gallery, Regent Street (engraving)
1602797 Relics at the Guelph Exhibition, New Gallery, Regent Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Relics at the Guelph Exhibition, New Gallery)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Mrs. Fitzherbert

Mrs. Fitzherbert
LLM461101 Mrs. Fitzherbert by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs. Fitzherbert. Illustration for The Life of George Brummell by Captain Jesse (Nimmo)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherberts House and Nell Gwynnes House, 1820 (engraving)

Mrs Fitzherberts House and Nell Gwynnes House, 1820 (engraving)
583628 Mrs Fitzherberts House and Nell Gwynnes House, 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Fitzherberts House and Nell Gwynnes House)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: The Guelph Exhibition (engraving)

The Guelph Exhibition (engraving)
1062216 The Guelph Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Guelph Exhibition)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Patent-Bolsters: Le moyen d etre en-bon point, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving)

Patent-Bolsters: Le moyen d etre en-bon point, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving)
3025373 Patent-Bolsters: Le moyen d etre en-bon point, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: The Prince of Whales or the Fisherman at Anchor, May 1, 1812. Creator: George Cruikshank

The Prince of Whales or the Fisherman at Anchor, May 1, 1812. Creator: George Cruikshank
The Prince of Whales or the Fisherman at Anchor, May 1, 1812. George, Prince of Wales as a sea monster with Spencer Perceval, Isabella, Marchioness of Hertford and Maria Fitzherbert

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: A Sweating for Opposition by Dr. W-llis Dominisweaty and Co. March 6, 1789

A Sweating for Opposition by Dr. W-llis Dominisweaty and Co. March 6, 1789

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: The Prince of Wales at York House, London, 1792

The Prince of Wales at York House, London, 1792. The visit to Piccadilly, or a Prussian reception, representing Shon-ap-Morgan, Shentleman of Wales, introducing his old nanny goat into high company

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherbert, longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom, 1937

Mrs Fitzherbert, longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom, 1937
Mrs Fitzherbert. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. Mrs Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert (1756-1837)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherbert, 1907. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom

Mrs Fitzherbert, 1907. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom
Mrs Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert (1756-1837) was the longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. From an original minature by Richard Cosway (1742-1821)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1792. Artist: Jean Conde

Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1792. Artist: Jean Conde
Mrs. Fitzherbert, 1792. Mrs Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert (1756-1837) was the longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. After Richard Cosway (1742-1821)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: The Constant Couple, 1786

The Constant Couple, 1786. The Prince of Wales (future King George IV) and his mistress Mrs Fitzherbert travelling to Windsor. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: A Scene in the School for Scandal, 1786

A Scene in the School for Scandal, 1786. An auction scene with the Prince of Wales (later King George IV), bidding for lots including a portrait of his mistress Mrs Fitzherbert

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: The April Fool, or The Follies of a Night... 1786

The April Fool, or The Follies of a Night... 1786
The April Fool, or The Follies of a Night as performed at the Theatre Royal, C---- House, for the benefit of the Widow Wadman, 1786. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Artist: Carlo Khan

A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Artist: Carlo Khan
A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Satire on the secret marriage said to have taken place between the Prince of Wales and Mrs Fitzherbert

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Mrs Fitzherbert, 1913. Artist: J Scott

Mrs Fitzherbert, 1913. Artist: J Scott
Mrs Fitzherbert, 18th century, (1913). A print from The Connoisseur, (London, 1913)

Background imageMrs Fitzherbert Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Mrs. Fitzherbert, Ladys Magazine, Engraver, Sitter, J

Drawings Prints, Print, Mrs. Fitzherbert, Ladys Magazine, Engraver, Sitter, J
Drawings and Prints, Print, Mrs. Fitzherbert, The Ladys Magazine, Engraver, Sitter, J. Cook, Maria Anne Fitzherbert, British, active 1780s, British, 1756-1837, Cook, J


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Mrs. Fitzherbert, a woman of intrigue and beauty, captivated the hearts of many during her time. In John Bull Ground Down, a satirical etching published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795, we catch a glimpse of the challenges she faced as she navigated through society's expectations. Bandelures, another etching published by S. W. Fores in 1791, showcases Mrs. Fitzherbert's elegance and grace. Her fashion choices were always on point, reflecting her status as one of the famous beauties of her era. J Cook's portrait of Mrs. Fitzherbert from 1786 reveals not only her physical allure but also hints at the depth and complexity that lay beneath her captivating exterior. The General Toast: Honor and Honesty, Love and Loyalty captures the essence of Mrs. Fitzherbert's character - someone who valued integrity and loyalty above all else. This anonymous creation from October 20th, 1786 pays homage to these qualities that made her so admired. At the Guelph Exhibition held at New Gallery on Regent Street, relics associated with Mrs. Fitzherbert were displayed for all to see - a testament to her lasting impact on society as depicted in an engraving titled Relics at the Guelph Exhibition. Her residence was no less fascinating than herself; Mrs Fitzherberts House and Nell Gwynnes House stood side by side in an engraving from 1820 showcasing their historical significance. In The Prince of Whales or The Fisherman at Anchor created by George Cruikshank in May 1812, we witness how even royalty fell under Mrs. Fitzherbert's spell - a true testament to her irresistible charm. Satire was not unfamiliar territory for this enigmatic lady; A Sweating for Opposition portrays Dr W-llis Dominisweaty & Co. 's humorous attempt to challenge Mrs. Fitzherbert's influence in March 1789. Mrs.