Sir Isaac Pitman Collection

The Queens Birthday Honours, New Knights (engraving)
1604804 The Queens Birthday Honours, New Knights (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Birthday Honours, New Knights)

The late Sir Isaac Pitman (b / w photo)
1597125 The late Sir Isaac Pitman (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Sir Isaac Pitman)

Sir Isaac Pitman (engraving)
1064521 Sir Isaac Pitman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Isaac Pitman. Illustration for The Graphic)

Sir Isaac Pitman (1813-1897), English inventor of Pitman shorthand writing (b / w photo)
817383 Sir Isaac Pitman (1813-1897), English inventor of Pitman shorthand writing (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Isaac Pitman (1813-1897)

Sir Isaac Pitman (engraving)
3628005 Sir Isaac Pitman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Isaac Pitman. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1895.); © Look and Learn

Thrales Brewery, Southwark, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Facsimile of a corrected proof by Johnson of his Lives of the Poets, from the original in the Forster Collection, Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington, 1907

John Hoole (b. 1727, d. 1803), 1907. John Hoole (1727-1803), was an English translator. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Facsimile title-page (reduced) of Johnsons Lives of the Poets - as re-issued in separate form. This work contained fifty-four biographies, 1907

Sir Charles Blagden (b, 1748, d. 1820), 1907. Sir Charles Brian Blagden FRS (1748-1820), was a British physician and scientist. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Facsimile of autograph letter by Kitty Clive, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

An exact representation of the burning, plundering and destruction of Newgate by the rioters on the memorable 7th of June 1780, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Mrs. Elizabeth Montague (b. 1720, d. 1800), 1907. Artist: John Raphael Smith
Mrs. Elizabeth Montague (b. 1720, d. 1800), 1907. Elizabeth Montagu (1718-1800), was a British social reformer, patron of the arts, salonist, literary critic

Johnsons House, No. 8 Bolt Court, Fleet Street, 1907. Artist: A. L. Collins
Johnsons House, No. 8 Bolt Court, Fleet Street, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Lady Diana Beauclerk (b. 1734, d. 1808), 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Topham Beauclerk (b. 1739 - d. 1780), 1907
Topham Beauclerk (b. 1739 - d.1780), 1907. Topham Beauclerk (1739-1780) was a celebrated wit and a friend of Dr Johnson. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Facsimile title-page of the first edition of The Works of the English Poets, containing Johnsons famous Lives, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Samuel Johnson, 1777, 1907. Dr Johnson, 18th century English man of letters. A critic, lexicographer, essayist, biographer and poet

Dr. Charles Burney (b. 1726, d. 1814), 1907. Charles Burney FRS (1726-1814) was an English music historian, composer and musician. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Thomas Tyers (b. 1726, d. 1787), 1907. Thomas Tyers (1726-1787), was an English playboy and dilettante author. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Sir Joshua Reynoldss House, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

George Psalmanazar (b. (?) 1679, d. 1763), 1907. George Psalmanazar (c. 1679-1763) was a Frenchman who claimed to be the first native of Formosa (today Taiwan) to visit Europe

Temple Bar from Butcher Row, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Fleet Street in the Eighteenth Century, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Samuel Johnson, 1773, 1907. Dr Johnson, 18th century English man of letters. A critic, lexicographer, essayist, biographer and poet

David Garrick. (b. 1717, d. 1779), 1907. David Garrick (1717-1779), was an English actor, playwright, theatre manager and producer who influenced nearly all aspects of theatrical practice throughout

James Boswell (b. 1740, d. 1795), 1907. James Boswell, 9th Laird of Auchinleck (1740-1795), was a Scottish biographer and diarist, born in Edinburgh

John Wilmot, Earl of Rochester (b. 1648, d. 1680), 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Henry Thrale (d. 1781), 1907. Henry Thrale (1724/1730?-1781), was a British politician who sat in the House of Commons from 1765 to 1780. He was a close friend of Samuel Johnson

Signor Vestris, 1907. Marie-Jean-Augustin Vestris, known as Auguste Vestris (1760-1842), was a French dancer. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd

James Thomson (b. 1700, d. 1748), 1907. James Thomson (1700-1748), was a British poet and playwright, known for his poems The Seasons and The Castle of Indolence, and for the lyrics of Rule

Johnsons Residence at Brightelmstone, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

A facsimile of the plate in the first edition of Boswells Life of Johnson, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Oliver Goldsmith, 1907. Oliver Goldsmith (1728-1774), was an Irish novelist, playwright and poet, who is best known for his novel The Vicar of Wakefield. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol

Goldsmiths Monument in the Temple, 1907. Oliver Goldsmith (1728-1774), was an Irish novelist, playwright and poet, who is best known for his novel The Vicar of Wakefield

A View of the King and Queens Baths and the Great Pump Room at Bath, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

St. Mildreds Church, and the Poultry, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

The Pelican Inn, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

The Crown and Anchor Tavern, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Anna Williams (b. 1706, d. 1783), 1907. Anna Williams (1706-1783), was a poet. She was a close companion of the writer Samuel Johnson. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Thomas Flatman (b. 1637, d. 1688), 1907. Thomas Flatman (1635-1688) was an English poet and miniature painter. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Arthur Murphy (b. 1727, d. 1805), 1907. Arthur Murphy (1727-1805), also known by the pseudonym Charles Ranger, was an Irish writer. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

The West End of St. Pauls Cathedral from Ludgate Street (Ludgate Hill), 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

John Ellis (b. 1698 d. 1791), 1907. Deputy John Ellis of Broad Street Ward holding a book, 1792. John Ellis served as an active member of the Corporation of London from 1750 to 1790

Mrs. Thrale (Afterwards Piozzi) (b. 1741, d. 1821), 1907. Hester Lynch Thrale (born Hester Lynch Salusbury and after her second marriage becoming Hester Lynch Piozzi (1741-1821)

Mrs. Lucy Porter (b. 1716, d. 1786), 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Anna Seward (b. 1747, d. 1809), 1907
Anna Seward (b.1747, d. 1809), 1907. Anna Seward (1742-1809), English writer and poet known as the Swan of Lichfield. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Richard Greens Museum at Lichfield, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

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"Sir Isaac Pitman: Celebrating the Inventor of Pitman Shorthand Writing" In recognition of his remarkable contributions, Sir Isaac Pitman was honored in The Queen's Birthday Honours as one of the new knights. His legacy lives on through various engravings and photographs that capture his significant achievements. The late Sir Isaac Pitman is immortalized in a black and white photo, showcasing his dignified presence. Another engraving depicts him with pride, representing his dedication to revolutionizing writing techniques with the invention of Pitman shorthand. Born in 1813 and passing away in 1897, this English inventor left an indelible mark on history. A monochrome photograph showcases him alongside his groundbreaking creation - Pitman shorthand writing. Amongst these tributes lies a glimpse into Thrales Brewery located in Southwark during 1907. This image serves as a reminder that even amidst technological advancements, traditional industries continue to thrive. A facsimile proof by Johnson reveals meticulous corrections made for "Lives of the Poets. " John Hoole, born in 1727 and deceased in 1803, is also commemorated through a facsimile title-page from Johnson's work re-issued separately. Sir Charles Blagden (b. 1748-d. 1820) is remembered through another captivating photograph from 1907. His contribution to science and medicine remains influential to this day. An autograph letter by Kitty Clive further exemplifies the rich historical artifacts associated with Sir Isaac Pitman's era. These documents serve as testaments to the vibrant literary scene during that time period. Lastly, an exact representation captures the chaotic destruction of Newgate prison—a powerful reminder of societal unrest prevalent during Sir Isaac Pitman's lifetime. Through these hints encapsulating different aspects of Sir Isaac Pitman's life and influence, we pay homage to an extraordinary individual who forever changed how we communicate through writing.