Chatterton Collection

Chatterton (The Death of Chatterton), 1856. Creator: Henry Wallis
Chatterton (The Death of Chatterton), 1856. Thomas Chatterton (1752-1770) was an unsuccessful poet whose suicide became a symbol of blighted artistic genius

Thomas Chatterton
THOMAS CHATTERTON The young English poet lies dead, having taken arsenic

Cartoon, Henry Irving and F B Chatterton
Cartoon, Henry Irving (1838-1905), legendary actor-manager, and Frederick Balsir Chatterton (1834-1886), theatre manager, with a bust of Shakespeare in the background -- Shakespearian Experimenters

Chattertons House, Brook Street, London, 1857
Engraving showing the exterior of the house in which Thomas Chatterton (1752-1770), the English Romantic poet, lived and died

Cricketer, Chatterton
William Chatterton Cricketer - Derbyshire

THOMAS CHATTERTON The young English poet is found dead, having taken arsenic. Date: 1752 - 1770

Chattertons holiday afternoon (engraving)
2808154 Chattertons holiday afternoon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chattertons holiday afternoon.); © Look and Learn

Portrait, The Late Mr F B Chatterton. Frederick Balsir Chatterton (1834-1886), was a London theatre manager. 1886

Supposed Portrait of Chatterton, 1822 (pencil on paper)
2832566 Supposed Portrait of Chatterton, 1822 (pencil on paper) by Livett, Miss (fl.1822); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Figaro Cartoon, Cards of the Day - F B Chatterton

Mr William Creswicks Farewell Benefit at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving)
1041214 Mr William Creswicks Farewell Benefit at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ceremony of Founding Chattertons Monument at Redcliff Church, Bristol (engraving)
1594113 Ceremony of Founding Chattertons Monument at Redcliff Church, Bristol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The House in which Chatterton died, in Brook-Street, Holborn (engraving)
1587405 The House in which Chatterton died, in Brook-Street, Holborn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The House in which Chatterton died)

North Hertfordshire SG6 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Hertfordshire SG6 2

Bury BL0 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bury BL0 0

Bristol, c1910. Redcliffe Church. Much frequented by the Poet Chatterton. Bristol is a great commercial Port and City. Tobacco. Glass. Large Coasting Trade. Population, 376, 970

Cover of Chords of harmony and peace composed by JB Chatterton, c1851. With a view of the Crystal Palace, the building designed by Joseph Paxton for the Great Exhibition of 1851 in Hyde Park, London

Seventeenth Century Fireship, c1660. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Sixteenth-Century Lifebelt, 1555. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Engagement Between Two Merchant Ships Off The Coast of Iceland, 1555. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Clipper Ship, Sussex, c1853. Artist: Thomas Goldsworth Dutton
Clipper Ship, Sussex, c1853. Built in 1852. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Battle of Copenhagen 1801. British Fleet Approaching, 1801. Artists: Robert Pollard, JG Wells
Battle of Copenhagen, 1801. British Fleet Approaching, 1801. Admiral Lord Nelson won a victory over the Danish-Norrwegian fleet at the Battle of Copenhagen in 1801 after disregarding the order of his

Cutter Entering Dover Harbour, 1819. Artist: Robert Havell
Cutter Entering Dover Harbour, 1819. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

American Topsail Schooner, 1825. Artist: John Rogers
American Topsail Schooner, 1825. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Armed Lugger Close Hauled With All Sail Set, 1825. Artist: John Rogers
Armed Lugger Close Hauled With All Sail Set, 1927. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Leith Smack Running Up Swim, October, 1838. Artist: John Christian Schetky
Leith Smack Running Up Swim, October, 1838. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

The Thames at Limehouse, c1780. Artist: Johann Ziegler
The Thames at Limehouse, c1780. After Dominic Serres (1722?1793). From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

South Sea Whale Fishery, 1836. Artist: Edward Duncan
South Sea Whale Fishery, 1836. After Ambroise Louis Garneray (1783-1857). From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

H. M. S. Indefatigable Engaging The French Droits-De-L Homme, 1797, 1829. Artist: Edward Duncan
H.M.S. Indefatigable Engaging The French Droits-De-L Homme, 1797, 1829. After William John Huggins (1781-1845). From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton

The Death of Chatterton, 1856 (1900). This was the first great success of the British Pre-Raphaelite painter Henry Wallis. It was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1856

Ruth Chatterton (1893-1961), American actress, 20th century. Chattertons film debut was Sins of the Fathers (1928). She received two Academy Award nominatrions for Madame X (1929)

View of Dundee, 1824. After I Clark. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Whaling Ships at Kingston On Hull, c1780. Artist: BF Liezel
Whaling Ships at Kingston On Hull, c1780. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

The City of Treviso with a Carrack, 1493. The Nuremberg Chronicle is an illustrated biblical paraphrase and world history that follows the story of human history related in the Bible; it includes

Part of a letter from Horace Walpole to the Reverend Mr Cole, 1777, (1840). Artist: Horace Walpole
Part of a letter from Horace Walpole to the Reverend Mr Cole, 1777, (1840). The letter is regarding the genius of Thomas Chatterton, and his pretended poems by Rowley

Part of a letter from Thomas Chatterton to Horace Walpole, late 18th century, (1840). Artist: Thomas Chatterton
Part of a letter from Thomas Chatterton to Horace Walpole, late 18th century, (1840). The letter is an account of his pretended discovery of Rowleys poems

Letter from Thomas Chatterton to William Barrett, 1769. Artist: Thomas Chatterton
Letter from Thomas Chatterton to William Barrett, 1769. Letter from the poet Thomas Chatterton to William Barrett, surgeon of Bristol

Ruth Chatterton, American actress, 1933. Chatterton (1893-1961) was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for two films; Madame X (1929) and Sarah and Son (1930)

Thomas Chatterton, 1752

Cartoon, Chatterton at the Princesss Theatre
Cartoon, Frederick Balsir Chatterton (1834-1886), theatre manager --We wish Chatterton every success at the Princess s. The irony is that the Chatterton on the sandwich board refers to a performance

Caricature of F B Chatterton and Leopold Lewis
Caricature of Frederick Balsir Chatterton (1834-1886), theatre manager, and Leopold Davis Lewis (1828-1890), dramatist. What will they do at the Wells? 1881

Ruth Chatterton (1893 - 1961), American actress of stage and screen

The Death of Chatterton Signed, lower right: H Wallis Signed in lower right
The Death of Chatterton Signed, lower right: " H Wallis" Signed in lower right: " H Wallis", Henry Wallis, 1830-1916, British

THOMAS CHATTERTON (1752-1770). English poet. Line and stipple engraving

SILENT FILM STILL. Ruth Chatterton in The Right to Love

John van Druten / Ruth Chatterton
John van Druten (1901-1957) British-born American dramatist and theatre director together with Ruth Chatterton, American actress (1893-1961)

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"Chatterton: A Tale of Tragedy, Talent, and Legacy" Thomas Chatterton, a name that echoes through history as both a symbol of brilliance and sorrow. This enigmatic figure captivated the minds of many, leaving an indelible mark on art, literature, and even cricket. In the realm of artistry, Thomas Chatterton's legacy is immortalized in various forms. From Henry Wallis' poignant painting "The Death of Chatterton, " depicting his untimely demise at just 17 years old, to Edward Orme's engraved depiction capturing the essence of his tragic story in 1794. These artworks serve as reminders of the fleeting nature of genius and the struggles faced by young talents. Beyond the canvas lies another facet of Chatterton's tale - his connection to London's vibrant cultural scene. His association with notable figures like Henry Irving and F. B. Chatterton placed him amidst influential circles where ideas were exchanged freely. One can only imagine the animated conversations that took place within their abode at Brook Street in 1857. While known for his literary prowess and artistic sensibilities, it may come as a surprise that Thomas it also dabbled in sports. As a cricketer bearing this illustrious name, he showcased not only mental agility but physical prowess on the field. However varied these aspects may seem when pieced together like fragments from different puzzles; they all contribute to our understanding of who Thomas Chatterton truly was – an enigma shrouded in talent and tragedy. As we delve into history’s archives seeking glimpses into his life or ponder over supposed portraits attributed to him (such as Morris' son), we are reminded once again how elusive truth can be when it comes to unraveling such complex narratives. Yet despite these uncertainties surrounding his existence, one thing remains certain – Thomas Chatterton left an undeniable impact on the world.