Richard Bentley Collection

Portrait of Richard Bentley (engraving)
819847 Portrait of Richard Bentley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Bentley, English classical scholar, critic and theologian)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1041207 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Portrait of Richard Bentley DD, c. 1750 (oil on canvas)
2830942 Portrait of Richard Bentley DD, c.1750 (oil on canvas) by Hudson, Thomas (1701-79); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Given by Freeman, Mrs I.C

Bentley (engraving)
666612 Bentley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bentley. Illustration from The Gallery of Portraits (Charles Knight, 1836)

Richard Bentley, English classical scholar, theologian and Master of Trinity College, Cambridge (engraving)
5233712 Richard Bentley, English classical scholar, theologian and Master of Trinity College, Cambridge (engraving) by English School

Our Obituary Record (engraving)
1057465 Our Obituary Record (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Obituary Record)

Richard Bentley (engraving)
812374 Richard Bentley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Bentley, from a picture by Hudson, in Trinity College, Cambridge)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1062143 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Richard Bentley, (1662-1742), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Richard Bentley, (1662-1742), 1830. Richard Bentley (1662-1742) English classical scholar, critic, and theologian. He was Master of Trinity College, Cambridge

Richard Bentley (1662-1742) from Gallery of Paintings, published in 1833
KW189060 Richard Bentley (1662-1742) from Gallery of Paintings, published in 1833 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Bentley, 1662-1742)

Charles Elme Francatelli, 1862

Richard Bentley, English theologian, classical scholar and critic, (1834). Artist: J Posselwhite
Richard Bentley, English theologian, classical scholar and critic, (1834). Bentley (1662-1742) was Master of Trinity College, Cambridge

Publishing contract between Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and Richard Bentley for The
XJF441217 Publishing contract between Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and Richard Bentley for The Chronicles of Golden Friars, 1870 (ink on paper) by English School

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Richard Bentley was a prominent figure in the 18th century, known for his contributions as an English classical scholar and theologian. Born in 1662, he went on to become the Master of Trinity College, Cambridge, leaving behind a remarkable legacy. His portrait captures his intellectual prowess and determination, depicted in various engravings and oil paintings. In one engraving titled "Portrait of Richard Bentley, " we see him portrayed with a dignified expression, exuding confidence and intelligence. The intricate details highlight his scholarly nature and deep understanding of classical literature. Another engraving showcases Bentley's influence beyond academia - a page filled with advertisements. This emphasizes his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to navigate different spheres of society, and is evident that he possessed not only academic brilliance but also business acumen. A captivating oil painting from around 1750 presents us with another perspective on Bentley's character. The artist skillfully captures his essence through brushstrokes, revealing both wisdom and humility in this masterful work. Bentley's impact extended far beyond his lifetime; even after his passing in 1742, people continued to commemorate him through engravings like "Our Obituary Record. " Such tributes serve as testaments to the lasting impression he made on society. The Gallery of Paintings published an engraving showcasing Bentley's likeness in 1833—a testament to how revered he remained decades later. This further solidifies the notion that Richard Bentley was truly an influential figure during his time. Interestingly enough, there is evidence suggesting that Richard Bentley had artistic talents himself. An artwork by W Powell Frith depicts him alongside Charles Elme Francatelli in 1862—an intriguing glimpse into lesser-known aspects of this multifaceted individual.