Wiliam Collection

Rebels carrying powder from Fort William and Mary
Rebels carrying powder away from the captured Fort William and Mary - December, 1774. Date: 1774

William Austin, Her Majestys Protege, c1820. Creator: Unknown
William Austin, Her Majestys Protege, c1820. Portrait of William Austin (1802-1857), adopted son of Queen Caroline (1768-1821, also known as Caroline of Brunswick, consort of King George IV)

William Austin, early 19th century. Austin was the protege of Caroline of Brunswick, queen consort of King George IV

William Austin, 1821. Artist: R Page
William Austin, 1821. Austin was the protege of Caroline of Brunswick, queen consort of King George IV

Tower Oberwesel Ochsenturm signed W. Tombleson
Tower at Oberwesel, Ochsenturm in Oberwesel, signed: W. Tombleson (del.); T. Clark (sculp.), Title page, Tombleson, Wiliam (del.); Clark, Thomas (sc.), W. Tombleson; W. G

Caricature of Wiliam Wilde, Irish journalist and poet
Caricature of Wiliam Willie Charles Kingsbury Wilde (1852-1899), Irish journalist, poet and drama critic, elder brother of Oscar. Seen here sitting in the theatre stalls. 1881

Hamlet by Wiliam Shakespeare by The Follies
Promotional postcard of Hamlet as performed by The Follies The image of Hamlet smoking is a parody of the poster of the H. B. Irving production, as was the whole production

Hamlet by Wiliam Shakespeare
Promotional postcard of Hamlet by William Shakespeare. Hamlet was one of H. B. Irvings many parts which had been played by his father, Sir Henry

The Bohemian Girl, by Michael William Balfe
Scene from the opera, The Bohemian Girl, by Michael William Balfe Date: c.1910

Marriage a la Mode: The Bagnio, 1743. Oil on canvas. Wiliam Hogarth (1697-1764) English painter, printmaker, and cartoonist. Earl killed by wifes lover

Romeo and Juliet play by Wiliam Shakespeare written c1895. Romeo leaving Juliet at dawn and about to climb down from the balcony of her room

WW Jacobs. Wiliam Wymark Jacobs (1863-1943) English short story writer, born at Wapping, London, best remembered for his short stories which ranged from the humorous to the macabre such as The

WW Jacobs. Wiliam Wymark Jacobs (1863-1943) English writer, born at Wapping, London, best remembered for his short stories which ranged from the humorous to the macabre such as The Monkeys Paw

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"William: A Tale of Rebels, Artists, and Bohemians" In the early 19th century, rebels carried powder from Fort William and Mary, their determination etched in history. Amongst them was a man named William Austin, who became known as Her Majesty's protege. His enigmatic persona intrigued many during that time. Captured by unknown artists in various forms, William Austin's image transcended through time. In one portrait from 1821 by R Page, his piercing gaze reveals a depth of character that captivates the viewer. Another caricature depicts Wiliam Wilde, an Irish journalist and poet whose wit echoed throughout literary circles. Shakespearean plays brought forth another side of William's legacy. "Hamlet, " a timeless masterpiece penned by Wiliam Shakespeare himself, found its way onto stages across the world. The Follies' rendition breathed life into this tragic tale where love and revenge entwined. But it wasn't just theater that stirred emotions; music also played its part in celebrating William's name. Michael William Balfe composed "The Bohemian Girl, " an opera resonating with passion and longing for freedom. Its melodies enchanted audiences far and wide as they immersed themselves in this captivating story. Beyond artistry lay architectural wonders like Tower Oberwesel Ochsenturm signed W. Tombleson—a testament to craftsmanship standing tall against time's relentless march forward. Even renowned painter Wiliam Hogarth left his mark on history with "Marriage à la Mode: The Bagnio. " This oil-on-canvas masterpiece depicted societal complexities within marriage during the mid-18th century—an enduring reflection on human relationships. Through these glimpses into different aspects of his life—rebellion, artistry, poetry—the enigma surrounding William only deepens further still today. His impact reverberates through centuries past while leaving us yearning to uncover more about this fascinating figure named William.