John Francis Rigaud Collection

Prince Henry, Hotspur and Falstaff (Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part 1, Act 5, Scene 4), first published 1796; reissued 1852

Sir William Portsman, n.d. Creator: John Francis Rigaud
Sir William Portsman, n.d

The Celebrated Vincent 1784. Creator: Francesco Bartolozzi
The Celebrated Vincent Lunardi Esq. Accompanied by Two Friends in His Third Aerial Excursion, Taken from St. Georges Fields, in London, 1784

Providence, 1794. Artist: Benjamin Smith
Providence, 1794. Allegorical image of Providence, showing the figure of Providence resting on clouds, flanked by putti. The lower putti struggle to support an overflowing cornucopia.The original

Wisdom, 1794. Artist: Benjamin Smith
Wisdom, 1794. Allegorical image of Wisdom, showing the seated figure of Wisdom surrounded by attributes, putti, a lamb, owl and cockerel

Innocence, 1794. Artist: Thomas Burke
Innocence, 1794. Four putti around a woman with attributes of innocence. One of four paintings

Wisdom, 1794. Artist: Thomas Burke
Wisdom, 1794. Four putti around a woman with attributes of wisdom. One of four paintings

Providence, 1794. Artist: Thomas Burke
Providence, 1794. Four putti around a woman with attributes of providence. One of four paintings

Happiness, 1794. Artist: Thomas Burke
Happiness, 1794. Four putti around a woman with attributes of happiness. One of four paintings

Flirtation, 1885. Artist: John Francis Rigaud
Flirtation, 1885; interior scene with a man sitting and eating, having returned from hunting; his quarry lies on the floor. A woman reaches for a kitchen utensil whilst turning to look at him

Innocence, 1799. Artist: Benjamin Smith
Innocence, 1799. Allegorical image showing the seated figure of Innocence holding a lamb and surrounded by putti. One of four engravings made from frescos by JF Rigaud, R.A

Providence, 1799. Artist: Benjamin Smith
Providence, 1799. Allegorical image showing the figure of Providence seated. Beneath, two putti struggle to support an overflowing cornucopia

Wisdom, 1799. Artist: JP Simon
Wisdom, 1799. Allegorical image of Wisdom, showing the seated figure of Wisdom surrounded by attributes including putti holding mirrors, a lamb, owl and cockerel

Happiness, 1799. Artist: Thomas Burke
Happiness, 1799. Allegorical image showing the figure of Happiness seated and surrounded by cherubs and attributes. One of four engravings made from frescos by JF Rigaud, R.A

The Ascent of Vincent Lunardi, accompanied by Mrs. Sage and Mr. Biggin, 1785, (1910). Vicenzo Lunardi (1759-1806), was a pioneering Italian aeronaut, born in Lucca

Death of Sir Philip Sidney, 1859. Artist: Herbert Bourne
Death of Sir Philip Sidney, 1859. English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier, a prominent figure of the Elizabethan age

Letter to Benjamin West, President of the Royal Academy, 1803 (1904). A letter from Paul Sandby (1731-1809), Richard Cosway (1742-1821), John Francis Rigaud (1742-1810)

Edward, Prince of Wales (1330-1376), 19th century. Artist: J Rogers
Edward, Prince of Wales (1330-1376), 19th century. Edward presents the captive king John of France and his son to his father, Edward III

The Empress Matilda refusing to release king Stephen, 1141. Artist: J Rogers
The Empress Matilda refusing to release king Stephen, 1141. Flight of Matilda from Oxford, 1142. Stephen (1096-1154), the last Norman King of England, reigned from 1135 to 1154

Captain Horatio Nelson, 1777-1781, (19th century). A portrait of Nelson (1758-1805) in captains full-dress uniform, with his hands resting on his sheathed sword in front of him

Drawings Prints, Print, Prince Henry, Hotspur Falstaff, Shakespeare, King Henry IV
Drawings and Prints, Print, Prince Henry, Hotspur and Falstaff (Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part 1, Act 5, Scene 4), Boydell shakespeare Gallery, Subject, Engraver, Artist, Publisher, After

Joseph Nollekens with His Bust of Laurence Sterne, John Francis Rigaud, 1742-1810, French

Captain Vincenzo Lunardi with his Assistant George Biggin, and Mrs. Letitia Anne Sage, in a Balloon, John Francis Rigaud, 1742-1810, French

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John Francis Rigaud was a renowned artist known for his exceptional talent in capturing the essence of various subjects. From depicting historical figures like Prince Henry, Hotspur, and Falstaff from Shakespeare's King Henry to creating stunning portraits such as "The Celebrated Vincent, " Rigaud's artistic prowess knew no bounds. In collaboration with other artists like Francesco Bartolozzi, Benjamin Smith, and Thomas Burke, Rigaud brought life to captivating pieces such as "Providence" (1794), "Wisdom" (1794), and "Innocence" (1794). These artworks showcased his ability to convey deep emotions through intricate brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail. Rigaud's work continued to evolve over time, evident in masterpieces like "Happiness" (1794) by Thomas Burke and the alluring piece titled "Flirtation" (1885), which demonstrated his versatility across different genres. His collaborations with Benjamin Smith on works like "Innocence" (1799) and "Providence" (1799) further solidified his reputation as an accomplished artist capable of capturing the purity of innocence or the divine intervention of providence. Another notable collaboration was with JP Simon on the artwork titled "Wisdom" (1799). This particular piece exemplified Rigaud's ability to depict wisdom through visual storytelling, leaving viewers captivated by its profound message. Throughout his career, John Francis Rigaud left an indelible mark on the art world. His skillful technique combined with a keen eye for composition allowed him to create timeless pieces that continue to inspire generations. Whether it be historical figures or abstract concepts like happiness or flirtation, Rigaud's artistry transcends time and speaks directly to our souls.