Beauclerk Collection

Johnson, Beauclerk, and Langton (engraving)
3625468 Johnson, Beauclerk, and Langton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johnson, Beauclerk, and Langton)

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

Lady Charles Spencer, mid-18th century, (1912). Artist: William Dickinson
Lady Charles Spencer, mid-18th century, (1912). A print from The Connoisseur, (London, 1912)

Stall Portraits Lady Diana Beauclerk Lady Dorothy
The Same Stall, with Portraits of Lady Diana Beauclerk, Lady Dorothy Nevill, and Hon. Miss White; Camille Silvy (French, 1834 - 1910); England; 1864; Albumen silver print

Lady Di Beauclerk Ronald Ruthven Leslie-Melville
Lady Di Beauclerk; Ronald Ruthven Leslie-Melville (Scottish, 1835 - 1906); England; 1860s; Albumen silver print

Harriet, Duchess of St Albans (nee Mellon, 1777-1837), actress, successively wife of the banker Thomas Coutts, and later of William Beauclerk, 9th Duke of St Albans. circa 1800s

Miss Harriet Mellon, actress
Miss Harriet Mellon (1777-1837), actress, successively wife of the banker Thomas Coutts, and later the Duchess of St Albans when she married William Beauclerk, 9th Duke of St Albans. circa 1800s

Caroline Countess Essex
CAROLINE JENETTA, countess of ESSEX (nee Beauclerk) wife of Arthur, sixth earl Date: 1804 - 1862

Topham Beauclerk
TOPHAM BEAUCLERK scholar, friend of Dr Johnson Date: 1739 - 1780

William Beauclerk
William Amelius Aubrey de Vere Beauclerk, 10th Duke of St Albans (1840 1898), Earl of Burford until 1849, was a British Liberal politician

CROWE: BOSWELL, 1859. Boswells Introduction to the Literary Club. Engraving after a painting by Eyre Crowe, 1859. Left to right: Edmund Burke, Bennet Langton (standing), Oliver Goldsmith (seated)

LADY DIANA BEAUCLERK (1734-1808). English artist and friend of Samuel Johnson. Line engraving, English, 1840

Sons of Eleanor Gwyn
Charles Beauclerk, first duke of ST ALBANS (1670 - 1726) with his younger brother James Beauclerk (1671-1679) sons of Nell Gwyn by Charles II

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"Beauclerk: A Tapestry of Aristocracy and Artistic Connections" Step into the world of Beauclerk, a name that resonates with history, elegance, and artistic brilliance. From the engraving featuring Johnson, Beauclerk, and Langton to Topham Beauclerk's birth in 1739 until his untimely demise in 1780, this captivating saga unfolds. In 1907, an enchanting portrait titled "Lady Charles Spencer" by William Dickinson takes us back to the mid-18th century. The artist skillfully captures the essence of Lady Charles Spencer's beauty and grace. Another notable figure emerges - Harriet Duchess of St Albans - her presence adding allure to this intricate narrative. The stage is set for Miss Harriet Mellon, an actress who leaves audiences spellbound with her talent. Her portrayal on canvas immortalizes her charisma forever. Caroline Countess Essex graces our tale as well; her poise and sophistication are unmatched. Topham Beauclerk reappears as a central character once more – his contributions to society leaving an indelible mark. Alongside him stands William Beauclerk; their shared lineage reflecting a heritage steeped in prestige. Eleanor Gwyn's sons make their appearance known – symbols of resilience amidst adversity. Stall portraits depicting Lady Diana Beauclerk and Lady Dorothy add depth to this tapestry of aristocratic life. But it doesn't end there; enter Lady Di Beauclerk Ronald Ruthven Leslie-Melville – a name that echoes through time like whispers from another era. And then we encounter Frederick William Rolfe – an eccentric English writer whose enigmatic persona captivates all those who cross his path. As we delve deeper into the story behind "Beauclerk, " we uncover connections that transcend time itself – weaving together artistry, nobility, and individuality into one magnificent tableau.