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J. Baillie, c1810-1830, (c1876). Creator: UnknownJ. Baillie, c1810-1830, (c1876). Joanna Baillie (1762-1851) Romantic playwright and poet with an interest in moral philosophy, died in Hampstead aged 88
La Belle Assemblee, 1823, 1943. Creator: UnknownLa Belle Assemblee, 1823, 1943. La Belle Assemblee - British womens magazine published 1806-1837, founded by John Bell (1745-1831), best known for its Regency era fashion plates
Sir Malcolm Campbell, 1937. Creator: UnknownSir Malcolm Campbell, 1937. Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885-1948), British motorist and journalist. From " Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists", edited by Sir Malcolm Campbell
Henry I, 1773. Creator: Charles GrignionHenry I, 1773. After Samuel Wale (1721-1786). Henry I (c1068-1135), fourth son of William the Conqueror, considered a harsh but effective ruler
Richard II, 1773. Creator: Charles GrignionRichard 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
Un Mineur. Costume De Travail, (A Miner in Work Clothes), 1900. Creator: UnknownUn Mineur. Costume De Travail, (A Miner in Work Clothes), 1900. French Guiana From " Autour du Monde - Fascicule XLVI". [L. Boulanger, Paris, 1900]
Mr. H. G. Wells, 1927. Creator: UnknownMr. H. G. Wells, 1927. H. G. Wells (1866-1946) British novelist, historian and social critic, best remembered for his science fiction novels
A French Fisher Girl, c1890, (1906). Creator: James Dromgole LintonA French Fisher Girl, c1890, (1906). Watercolour by Victorian artist James Dromgole Linton (1840-1916). From " The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours", edited by Charles Holme
Portrait of a Lady, c19th century, (1920). Creator: Jan Anthonisz van RavesteynPortrait of a Lady, c19th century, (1920). From " The Connoisseur Vol. LVI" [Otto Limited, London, 1920.]
M. Aristide Briand, 1927. Creator: UnknownM. Aristide Briand, 1927. Aristide Briand (1862-1932), French statesman, served eleven terms as Prime Minister of France during the French Third Republic
Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1920). Creator: John James MasquerierElizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1920). Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, (1800-1870) by artist John James Masquerier. From " The Connoisseur Vol. LVI" [Otto Limited, London, 1920.]
Benito Mussolini, 1927. Creator: UnknownBenito Mussolini, 1927. Benito Mussolini (1883-1945) Italian politician, journalist, leader of the National Fascist Party, Prime Minister and dictator
Portrait of Mr. John Maddison, 1783, (1920). Creator: Johan ZoffanyPortrait of Mr. John Maddison, 1783, (1920). By Johann Zoffany. Oil on canvas. From " The Connoisseur Vol. LVI" [Otto Limited, London, 1920.]
Henry IV, c1600, (1936). Creator: UnknownHenry IV, late 16th to early 17th century, (1936). Henry IV (1367-1413), Reigned 1399-1413 of Plantagenet descent, first monarch of House of Lancaster. English School. Oil on panel
James Earl of Morton, 1785. Creator: UnknownJames Earl of Morton, 1785. James Douglas, 4th Earl of Morton (c1516-1581), the last of the four regents of Scotland during the minority of King James VI, executed by Maiden, an early guillotine
Mary Hatfield, c1828, (1920). Creator: J WrightMary Hatfield, 1920. Possibly painted by artist J Wright c1828. From " The Connoisseur Vol. LVI" [Otto Limited, London, 1920.]
The Countess of Erroll, c1750, (1920). Creator: Francis CotesThe Countess of Erroll, c1750, (1920). Mary Hay, 14th Countess of Erroll inherited her titles in 1717 on the death of her brother. Painted by Francis Cotes (1726-1770). Oil on Canvas
Portrait of John Plampin by Thomas Gainsborough, 1752-1755, (1936). Creator: Thomas GainsboroughPortrait of John Plampin, 1752-1755, (1936). John Plampin (1727- 1805) inherited Shimpling and Chadacre Hall, near Lavenham, Suffolk in 1757 the vast acres of land showcase his fortune
The Birthday, c1870-1906, (1906). Creator: Edward John GregoryThe Birthday, c1870-1906, (1906). Watercolour by British artist Edward John Gregory (1850-1909). From " The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours", edited by Charles Holme
William Shakespeare, 1927. Creator: UnknownWilliam Shakespeare, 1927. William Shakespeare (1564-1616), Elizabethan author, playwright and poet. From " A Series of 25 Famous Men - Carreras High-Class Cigarettes" [London, 1927]
Fanny Burney (Mme. D Arblay), c1780, (1920). Creator: Nathaniel HoneFanny Burney (Mme. D Arblay). c1780, (1920). Frances Burney (1752-1840), English satirical novelist, diarist and playwright. Portrait by N. Hone in Kings Lynn Town Hall
Archbishop Williams. Lord Keeper, 1785. Creator: UnknownArchbishop Williams. Lord Keeper, 1785. John Williams (1582-1650), Welsh clergyman and political advisor to King James I. Bishop of Lincoln (1621-1641) Lord Keeper of the Great Seal (1621-1625)
Geo. Washington, 1927. Creator: UnknownGeo. Washington, 1927. George Washington (1732-1799), American Founding Father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797
Sir Oliver Lodge, F. R. S. D. Sc. 1927. Creator: UnknownSir Oliver Lodge, F.R.S. D.Sc. 1927. Sir Oliver Lodge (1851-1940), British physicist and scientist, identified a patent for electromagnetic radiation
Staff of a West African Government Printing Department, 1909. Creator: UnknownStaff of a West African Government Printing Department (European Superintendent in centre), 1909. From " The British Printer Vol. XXII". [Raithby, Lawrence & Co
Fen Lake, near Georgetown, Colorado, c1897. Creator: UnknownFen Lake, near Georgetown, Colorado, c1897. Georgetown was established in 1859 during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. From " A Tour Through the New World America", by Prof. Geo. R. Cromwell. [C
Street in Key West, Florida, c1897. Creator: UnknownStreet in Key West, Florida, c1897. With various ownership claims during 18th and 19th centuries, Key West was relatively isolated until 1912
John Duke of Marlborough, c1785. Creator: UnknownJohn Duke of Marlborough, c1785. John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722), English soldier and statesman. From " The History of England" by Paul de Rapin-Thoyras
Sr. Isaac Newton, 1785. Creator: UnknownSr. Isaac Newton, 1785. Sir Isaac Newton (1643-1727), English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, theologian, author and influential scientist
John Duke of Lauderdale, 1784. Creator: UnknownJohn Duke of Lauderdale, 1784. John Duke of Lauderdale (1616-1682), Scottish politician, and leader within the Cabal Ministry. From " The History of England" by Paul de Rapin-Thoyras
John Hampden, 1785. Creator: UnknownJohn Hampden, 1785. John Hampden (ca. 1594-1643), English politician who challenged the authority of Charles I of England, he stood trial in 1637 for his refusal to be taxed for ship money
Portrait of Sir James Oxenden, 2nd Bart. (1643-1708), c1670, (1920). Creator: Edmund AshfieldPortrait of Sir James Oxenden, 2nd Bart. (1643-1708). c1670, (1920). Sir James Oxenden, 2nd Baronet, English politician who sat in the House of Commons between 1679 and 1702
Sr. Francis Drake, 1786. Creator: UnknownSr. Francis Drake, 1786. Sir Francis Drake (c1540-1596), Elizabethan sea captain, privateer, slave trader, naval officer and explorer. Elizabeth I awarded Drake a knighthood in 1581
Lieutenant General Fleetwood, 1785. Creator: UnknownLieutenant General Fleetwood, 1785. Charles Fleetwood (c1618- 1692), English Parliamentarian soldier and politician, Lord Deputy of Ireland (1652-1655)
Lieutenant General Talmash, 1784. Creator: UnknownLieutenant General Talmash, 1784. Thomas Tollemache (c1651-1694), English soldier who abandoned King James in favour of William of Orange during the Glorious Revolution
Rob Devereux, Earl of Essex, 1601, 1784. Creator: UnknownRob Devereux, Earl of Essex, 1601, 1784. Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, (1565-1601), English nobleman and favourite of Elizabeth I
George Byng Lord Torrington, 1785. Creator: UnknownGeorge Byng Lord Torrington, 1785. George Byng, 1st Viscount Torrington (1663-1733), Admiral of the Fleet. Royal Navy officer and statesman who served in the Battle of Vigo Bay
Charles Lord Talbot, Lord High Chancellor, 1786. Creator: UnknownCharles Lord Talbot, Lord High Chancellor, 1786 Charles Talbot, 1st Baron Talbot (1685-1737), British lawyer and politician, Lord Chancellor of Great Britain from 1733 to 1737
Thomas, Marquis of Wharton, 1785. Creator: UnknownThomas, Marquis of Wharton, 1785. Thomas Wharton, 1st Marquess of Wharton (1648-1715), English nobleman and politician, noted for his debauched lifestyle
The Right Honourable the Countess of Essex, 1787. Creator: UnknownThe Right Honourable the Countess of Essex, 1787. Frances Carr, Countess of Somerset (1590-1632) born Frances Howard, English noblewoman married at the age of 14 to the 13-year-old Robert Devereux
Charles of Earl of Sunderland, 1784. Creator: UnknownCharles of Earl of Sunderland, 1784. Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl of Sunderland (1675-1702), English statesman and nobleman, served as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland (1714-1717)
The Right Honourable the Countess of Ranelagh, 1786. Creator: UnknownThe Right Honourable the Countess of Ranelagh, 1786. Margaret Cecil, Countess of Ranelagh (1672/1673-1728) English courtier in the court of William III
William Lord Russel, 1784. Creator: UnknownWilliam Lord Russel, 1784. William Lord Russell (1639-1683) English politician. Executed for treason by Jack Ketch on 21 July 1683 at Lincolns Inn Fields
George Frideric Handel, 1785. Creator: UnknownGeorge Frideric Handel, 1785. George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), German- British Baroque composer. From " The History of England" by Paul de Rapin-Thoyras. [Harrison, London, England]
Ben Johnson, 1785. Creator: UnknownBen Johnson, 1785. Ben. Johnson (1572-1637), English actor, playwright, dramatist, lyric poet, and literary critic of the Jacobean era
Thomas Otway, 1785. Creator: UnknownThomas Otway, 1785. Thomas Otway (1652-1685), English dramatist of the Restoration period. From " The History of England" by Paul de Rapin-Thoyras. [Harrison, London, England]
Robert Earl of Orford, 1785. Creator: UnknownRobert Earl of Orford, 1785. Robert Walpole, 1st Earl of Orford (1676-1745), British statesman and Whig from the gentry class
George Hamilton, Earl of Orkney, 1787. Creator: UnknownGeorge Hamilton, Earl of Orkney, 1787. George Hamilton, 1st Earl of Orkney (1666-1737). British soldier, Scottish nobleman and first British Army officer promoted to the rank of field marshal