William Henry Collection (#5)

The Tower Menagerie about 1820, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
The Tower Menagerie about 1820, (c1872). Visitors at the menagerie in the Tower of London. Wild animals including lions were kept at the Tower from the 13th century

The Tower Moat, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
The Tower Moat, (c1872). View of the moat around the Tower of London, when it still contained water. It was drained and filled with earth in the 1840s after an outbreak of disease in the garrison

HMY Victoria and Albert and the Russian Imperial Yacht Standart at Cowes, 1909. Standart was built by order of Emperor Alexander III of Russia

The Royal Yacht HMY Victoria and Albert (1899). Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Royal Yacht HMY Victoria and Albert (1899). HMY Victoria and Albert was designed by the Chief Constructor of the Royal Navy Sir William White, launched in 1899 and ready for service in 1901

The Duke of Grafton, 1879. Creator: Vincent Brooks Day & Son
The Duke of Grafton, 1879. William Henry FitzRoy, 6th Duke of Grafton (1819-1882), politician, MP for Thetford. From The Sporting Gazette and Agricultural Journal, 5th April 1879

Christs Hospital. c1740. Artist: William Henry Toms
Christs Hospital. c1740. View of Christs Hospital School at Newgate Street, London. It was established as a school in 1552, on the site of a Grey Friars (Franciscan) friary

St. Briget alias St. Brides Church. mid 18th century. Artist: William Henry Toms
St. Briget alias St. Brides Church. mid 18th century. Built in 1672, St Brides in Fleet Street is one of Christopher Wrens churches built to replace those in the City of London destroyed by the Great

Bow Church, c1700. Artist: William Henry Toms
Bow Church, c1700. The church of St Mary-Le-Bow in Cheapside, City of London, was rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren in 1668-1680 following the Great Fire of London 1666

Clifton Suspension Bridge, c1896. Artist: Harvey Barton
Clifton Suspension Bridge, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Lord and Lady Armstrong, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Royal Artillery Barracks, Woolwich, Kent, 1829. Artist: J Hinchcliff
Royal Artillery Barracks, Woolwich, Kent, 1829. The barracks were built between 1776 and 1802

South-east view of the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London, c1737. Artist
South-east view of the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London, c1737. With a dedication and description beneath. The chapel was built for the use of the Towers garrison

The demolition of Lyons Inn, Westminster, London, 1862. Artist: William Henry Prior
The demolition of Lyons Inn, Westminster, London, 1862. Lyons Inn was one of the Inns of Chancery. By the time of its dissolution its lawyers had a disreputable reputation

St Jamess Park, Westminster, London, 1745. Artist: William Henry Toms
St Jamess Park, Westminster, London, 1745. View of figures walking in the Mall

View of St Jamess Park from Rosamonds Pond, Westminster, London, 1745. Artist
View of St Jamess Park from Rosamonds Pond, Westminster, London, 1745

Front elevation of St Georges Hospital, Hyde Park Corner, Westminster, London, c1740

South-east view of King Henry VIIs chapel at Westminster Abbey, London, 1739. Artist
South-east view of King Henry VIIs chapel at Westminster Abbey, London, 1739. The lower margin contains text

A country theatre, 1790. Artist: T Wright
A country theatre, 1790. Interior view, from backstage, of a roughly constructed theatre, with the audience in the background

Cato Street, Marylebone, London, 1820. Artist: F Moser
Cato Street, Marylebone, London, 1820. View of Cato Street with a description of the capture of the conspirators who were plotting to assassinate the British Cabinet in 1820

Cato Street conspiracy, 1820. Artist: William Henry Harriott
Cato Street conspiracy, 1820. Interior view of the hayloft in Cato Street in Marylebone, London, occupied by the conspirators who were plotting to assassinate the British Cabinet in 1820

Old St Leonards Church, Shoreditch, London, 1735. Artist: William Henry Toms
Old St Leonards Church, Shoreditch, London, 1735. East view of St Leonard, Shoreditch. In the foreground three grave diggers can be seen

South-east prospect of the Church of St Peter-le-Poer, City of London, 1736. Artist
South-east prospect of the Church of St Peter-le-Poer, City of London, 1736. Included in the lower margin is a description and a coat of arms

North-east view of the Church of St Martin Outwich, Threadneedle Street, City of London, 1736. View with figures using the water pump in the street

North-east prospect of the Church of St Olave, Hart Street, City of London, 1736. Including a description and a coat of arms in the lower margin

Adelaide Wharf, London Bridge, 1840. View showing the paddle steamer Ruby on the River Thames

Temple Bar from the Strand, London, 1873. Artist
Temple Bar from the Strand, London, 1873. A street scene including horse-drawn carriages

Church of St Katherine Cree, City of London, 1740. Artist: William Henry Toms
Church of St Katherine Cree, City of London, 1740. South-west view of the church with a description in the lower margin

Greenwich Hospital, London, 1734. Artist: William Henry Toms
Greenwich Hospital, London, 1734. View of Greenwich Hospital, with a barge on the River Thames in the foreground and Greenwich Park in the distance

Church of St Botolph, Aldgate, City of London, 1739. Artist: William Henry Toms
Church of St Botolph, Aldgate, City of London, 1739. North-west view of St Botolph, Aldgate, with two figures in the churchyard

North-east view of the Church of St Botolph Aldersgate, City of London, 1740. Artist
North-east view of the Church of St Botolph Aldersgate, City of London, 1740

St Andrew Undershaft, City of London, 1736. Artist
North-West view of St Andrew Undershaft, City of London, 1736

Alderman in civic costume looking towards St Pauls Cathedral, London, 1805. Artist
Back view of an Alderman of the City of London in civic costume standing on a hill overlooking some workmen, London, 1805. The River Thames and St Pauls Cathedral can be seen in the distance

Ward Beadle in civic costume, holding a staff, at a Wardmote Inquest, 1805. Artist
Ward Beadle in civic costume, holding a staff, at a Wardmote Inquest, 1805. Two further Beadles stand in the distance with two figures operating weighing machinery

Parish Beadle in civic costume holding a staff, 1805. Artist: William Henry Pyne
Parish Beadle in civic costume holding a staff, 1805; two further Beadles stand behind him followed by a line of people

A rat catcher, Provincial Characters, 1804. Artist: William Henry Pyne
View of a rat catcher holding a cage of rats which is being attacked by a dog. In his other hand he holds a ferret, which he no doubt used to catch the rats. From Provincial Characters, 1804

A tinker and a child, Provincial Characters, 1804. Artist: William Henry Pyne
A tinker, laden with various bags and tools, including a bellows walking along while a small child tries to attract his attention

Two chair menders, Provincial Characters, 1804. Artist: William Henry Pyne
Two chair menders, one sitting on the floor repairing the seat of a chair, while the other carries a large bundle of cane on her shoulder. From Provincial Characters, 1804

Women and children gleaning, Provincial Characters, 1802. Artist: William Henry Pyne
Two groups of a woman and two children gleaning, all carrying bundles of straw. Gleaning was the practice of collecting loose grain and other useful remnants of crops from field after harvesting

A rustic with a dog and a boy, Provincial Characters, 1813. Artist: William Henry Pyne
A rustic, wearing a hat and long coat, accompanied by a small boy and a dog, from Provincial Characters, 1813

Just A goin to Begin!, 1887. Artist: Tom Merry
Just A goin to Begin!, 1887. WH Smith as a fairground showman, invites the public to his show; the principal parliamentary figures are there

Carved figure in oak, 1834. Artist: William Henry Kearney
Carved figure in oak, 1834. This was at one time in the doorway of the house built on the site of the Boars Head Tavern, Eastcheap, London

Guys Hospital, Southwark, London, c1756. Artist: William Henry Toms
Bird s-eye view of Guys Hospital, Southwark, London, c1756; with railings and no steps. There are figures in the courtyard

Shoe Lane, London, c1806. Artist: William Henry Pyne
Interior view of Russell, Pontifex and Goldwins copper and brass works at nos 46-48 Shoe Lane, London, 1806, showing the men at work

Guildhall, London, 1739. Artist: William Henry Toms
Front view of Guildhall, looking north, with coach and figures in Guildhall Yard, London, 1739

Tower of London, Stepney, c1750. Artist: William Henry Toms
Tower of London, Stepney, c1750. South view of the Tower of London with boats on the River Thames

Fishmongers Hall, Thames Street, London, c1827. Artist: William Henry Bartlett
Fishmongers Hall, Thames Street, London, c1827. View of the new Fishmongers Hall showing Thames Street and the construction of London Bridge

Temple Bar from the Strand, London, 1873. Artist: William Henry Haines
Temple Bar from the Strand, London, 1873. A street scene including horse-drawn carriages

Christs Hospital, London, c1740. Artist: William Henry Toms
Bird s-eye view of Christs Hospital, London, c1740

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"William Henry: Capturing the Essence of History through Art" Step into the world of William Henry, an artist who skillfully brought historical moments to life through his captivating artworks. From Folly Ditch to Jacobs Island in 1878, he transported viewers to forgotten corners of London's past, revealing its hidden stories and secrets. In Londonderry, Northern Ireland, in 1860, Henry painted Walkers Pillar with such precision that one could almost feel the breeze sweeping across this iconic landmark. But it wasn't just landscapes that fascinated him; he also delved into the realm of literature and poetry. The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough depicted a poignant encounter between creativity and labor, showcasing Henry's ability to capture profound emotions on canvas. All Hallows-by-the-Tower Church stood tall in his artwork from 1736, displaying both architectural grandeur and religious significance. Henry was not afraid to tackle social issues either. His piece titled "The Modern Job. Or John Bull and his Comforts. " satirically critiqued societal norms during 1816. Meanwhile, The Great Khan at Damascus transported us back to ancient times in 1841 when cultures collided along historic trade routes. His travels took him further afield as well – Hadgi encamped near Antioch showcased pilgrims on their journey through Turkey's picturesque landscape in 1841. The Philistines took him. . Portrayed a biblical tale with haunting realism during the mid-19th century. Religion played a significant role throughout Henry's career too; Make not my Father's house an house of merchandise conveyed a powerful message about sacred spaces being exploited for profit during this same period. Macklins House allowed us a glimpse into Victorian society within Tavistock Row in 1881. Not limited by time or place alone, William Henry ventured even further back into history with Eleanor of Castile, Queen Consort of King Edward I.