Peasants Revolt Collection

Death of Walter "Wat" (engraving)
2911188 Death of Walter "Wat" (engraving); (add.info.: Death of Walter "Wat". Tyler was a leader of the 1381 Peasants' Revolt in England)

The sentinel at the powder kegs. Creator: Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-1550)
The sentinel at the powder kegs. Private Collection

Ensign and drummer in the Peasants' War of 1525, 1544. Creator: Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-1550)
Ensign and drummer in the Peasants' War of 1525, 1544. Private Collection

Three soldiers and a dog. Creator: Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-1550)
Three soldiers and a dog. Private Collection

Flemish Rebellion, plate 7 from Historical Scenes from the Life of Emperor...printed c. 1520. Creator: Wolf Traut
Flemish Rebellion, plate 7 from Historical Scenes from the Life of Emperor Maximilian I from the Triumphal Arch, 1515-17, printed c. 1520

Richard II allant a la rencontre des serfs anglais revoltes (chromolitho)
5228927 Richard II allant a la rencontre des serfs anglais revoltes (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Striking illustration of wat tylers controversy with the tax receiver (engraving)
1090815 A Striking illustration of wat tylers controversy with the tax receiver (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Death of Wat Tyler
LLM456401 Death of Wat Tyler by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Wat Tyler. Victorian scrap, probably produced by Raphael Tuck)

King Richard in Great Danger in the City of London and the Rebels discomfited (engraving)
814456 King Richard in Great Danger in the City of London and the Rebels discomfited (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Burning of St Johns Monastery, near Smithfield, by Wat Tylers Rabble, 1381 (engraving)
3103752 The Burning of St Johns Monastery, near Smithfield, by Wat Tylers Rabble, 1381 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Richard II (1367-1400) King of England 1377-99, after a painting in Westminster Abbey
STC99268 Richard II (1367-1400) King of England 1377-99, after a painting in Westminster Abbey, engraved by the artist (engraving) by Vertue

King Richard and his Council go down the Thames in a Barge to Confer with the Rebels (engraving)
814457 King Richard and his Council go down the Thames in a Barge to Confer with the Rebels (engraving) by English School

The burning of St Johns Monastery near Smithfield by Wat Tylers mob (engraving)
606283 The burning of St Johns Monastery near Smithfield by Wat Tylers mob (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Wat Tyler giving the tax collector a blow
LLM456230 Wat Tyler giving the tax collector a blow by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wat Tyler giving the tax collector a blow)

Richard the Second and the Rebels (engraving)
3655234 Richard the Second and the Rebels (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard the Second and the Rebels)

King Richard II and the Peasants Revolt. (engraving)
3634798 King Richard II and the Peasants Revolt. (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Richard II and the Peasants Revolt)

Jack Straw (chromolitho)
2799759 Jack Straw (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jack Straw. Illustration from set of cigarette cards on the subject of Highwaymen published by)

Nicols Zannekin, leader of the Flemish Peasants Revolt of 1323-1328 (engraving)
3647790 Nicols Zannekin, leader of the Flemish Peasants Revolt of 1323-1328 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nicols Zannekin)

King Richard II appeases the rebels on the death of Wat Tyler in West Smithfield, London (engraving)
606297 King Richard II appeases the rebels on the death of Wat Tyler in West Smithfield, London (engraving) by English School

Death of Wat Tyler
LLM456065 Death of Wat Tyler by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Wat Tyler. Illustration from History of England by Henry Tyrrell (c 1860)

Walworths Dagger (engraving)
2788432 Walworths Dagger (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walworths Dagger. Illustration for The Livery Companies of the City of London by W Carew)

Wat Tyler (chromolitho)
2799758 Wat Tyler (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wat Tyler. Illustration from set of cigarette cards on the subject of Highwaymen published by)

Richard II Appeases the Rebels on the Death of Wat Tyler in Smithfield, 1381 (engraving)
3103747 Richard II Appeases the Rebels on the Death of Wat Tyler in Smithfield, 1381 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Richard II and Watt Tyler (colour litho)
3101939 King Richard II and Watt Tyler (colour litho) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Richard II and Watt Tyler)

The Heroine of the Savoy (litho)
972436 The Heroine of the Savoy (litho) by Nash, Joseph (1809-78) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Heroine of the Savoy)

Richard assumes the command of the rebels in the Peasants Revolt
984768 Richard assumes the command of the rebels in the Peasants Revolt, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub

Wat Tyler, MP (engraving)
1056976 Wat Tyler, MP (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wat Tyler, MP. Illustration for The Graphic)

Ms Fr 2644 fol. 154v The Tower of London, from Froissarts Chronicle (vellum)
BNP165112 Ms Fr 2644 fol.154v The Tower of London, from Froissarts Chronicle (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eBibliotheque Nationale, Paris; French

The death of Wat Tyler (engraving)
973371 The death of Wat Tyler (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Wat Tyler)

Wat Tyler for his insolence is killed by Walworth and King Richard puts himself at the Head of the Rebels (engraving)
814475 Wat Tyler for his insolence is killed by Walworth and King Richard puts himself at the Head of the Rebels (engraving) by English School

Wat Tyler slain by Sir William Walworth while expostulating with Richard II in Smithfield (engraving)
1108011 Wat Tyler slain by Sir William Walworth while expostulating with Richard II in Smithfield (engraving) by English School

Richard II, (1367-1400), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Richard II, (1367-1400), 1830. Richard II (1367-c1400) King of England from 1377 until he was deposed in 1399. During his first years government was in the hands of regency councils

Richard II, 1773. Creator: Charles Grignion
Richard II, 1773. Richard II of England, (1367-c1400), sone of Edward the Black Prince, was 10 years old when he succeeded to the throne, challenged during his reign by the Peasants Revolt of 1381

The Crossbowman and the Milkmaid, c. 1610. Creator: Gheyn, Jacques de, the Younger (1565-1629)
The Crossbowman and the Milkmaid, c. 1610. Found in the Collection of National Gallery, Prague

View of the demolition of the Savoy Palace, Westminster, London, 1820. The Savoy Palace was built in the 13th century. In the 14th century it was the London home of John of Gaunt

Young King Richard Quells the Rebellion, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

The Rising of the Peasants, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
The Rising of the Peasants, 1882. Private Collection

Death of Wat Tyler, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Death of Wat Tyler, 1882. Private Collection

The Crossbowman and the Milkmaid, c. 1610. Artist: Gheyn, Jacques de, the Younger (1565-1629)
The Crossbowman and the Milkmaid, c. 1610. From a private collection

The Death of Wat Tyler, 1838. Walter Tyler (1360-1381) was a leader of the 1381 Peasants Revolt in England. He marched a group of rebels from Canterbury to the capital to oppose the institution of a

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"The Peasants' Revolt: A Glimpse into Wat Tyler's Tragic Demise" In the annals of English history, one event stands out as a symbol of rebellion and defiance against oppressive rule - the Peasants' Revolt. At its heart lies the tragic tale of Wat Tyler, a charismatic leader whose life was cut short in his pursuit for justice. Through various artistic renditions such as engravings, watercolor paintings, colored prints, and even an oil canvas depiction, we catch glimpses of the fateful moment when Tyler met his untimely end. The death of Wat Tyler is vividly portrayed in these visual records that have stood the test of time. One engraving captures this pivotal scene with striking detail - "The Death of Wat Tyler. " Here we witness his demise at Smithfield where he faced off against Sir William Walworth, Lord Mayor of London. In another engraving titled "Wat Tyler killed by the Lord Mayor in Smithfield, " we see this fatal encounter unfold before our eyes. These images convey not only the physical struggle between two men but also serve as powerful symbols representing larger societal tensions. They depict a clash between those who dared to challenge authority and those determined to maintain their grip on power. Richard II himself features prominently in some illustrations like "Wat Tyler killed by Sir William Walworth in the presence of King Richard II. " This portrayal underscores how closely intertwined royalty was with this revolt that shook England to its core. As we delve deeper into history through these captivating visuals, it becomes evident that Wat Tyler's story transcends mere rebellion; it embodies a fight for dignity and equality among peasants yearning for change. Even today, centuries later, these images continue to evoke strong emotions and remind us never to forget those who dared stand up against injustice. From black-and-white photographs capturing engraved scenes to chromolithographs depicting Richard II meeting rebellious English serfs, each artwork offers a unique perspective on this pivotal moment in history.