John Preston Collection

The Houses of Lords and Commons, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: Byrne
The Houses of Lords and Commons, Westminster, London, 1815

The Picture of the Irish House of Commons in 1790 (engraving)
1623273 The Picture of the Irish House of Commons in 1790 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Picture of the Irish House of Commons in 1790)

Warehouses for Messrs Preston Smyth and Co and John Preston and Co erected in Donegall Square and Adelaide Place
6018936 Warehouses for Messrs Preston Smyth and Co and John Preston and Co erected in Donegall Square and Adelaide Place, Belfast (engraving) by English School

Blenheim, South East View, Oxfordshire, 1831. Creator: William Radclyffe
Blenheim, South East View, Oxfordshire, 1831. View of Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire. One of Britains greatest stately homes

Lee Place, Lanarkshire, 1828. Creator: Archelaus Cruse
Lee Place, Lanarkshire, 1828. Stately home in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, designed by James Gillespie Graham for the Lockhart family, and dating from 1817. [J.P. Neale & Sherwood & Co, London]

View of the entrance to London Docks, Wapping, 1815. Artist: T Matthews
View of the entrance to London Docks, Wapping, 1815

Interior of the Great Hall, Charterhouse, Finsbury, London, 1815

View of the Auction Mart in Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1815. Artist: J Shury
View of the Auction Mart in Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1815

Edward the Confessors mausoleum, in the kings chapel, Westminster Abbey, London, c1818

James Bentley, Treasurer of St. Bartholomews Hospital, 1848. Full-length portrait of a man wearing a dark suit and holding a document in one hand

Sir John Musgrave. 1852. Artist: John Preston Knight
Sir John Musgrave. 1852

Thomas Corney, Deputy. 1850. Artist: John Preston Knight
Thomas Corney, Deputy. 1850. Full length portrait, holding some papers in his hand

View of the south front of the Bank of England, City of London, 1814; with figures

South view of the Tower of London with figures on horseback, c1810. Artist: Robert Sands
South view of the Tower of London with figures on horseback, c1810

St Pauls School, London, 1814. Artist: Samuel Owen
St Pauls School, London, 1814. View with horse-drawn vehicles in front

Bowood Park, Wiltshire, 1825. Artist: JC Varrall
Bowood Park, Wiltshire, 1825. After John Preston Neale. [J. P. Neale, London, 1825]

Fonthill Abbey, The Oratory, 1824. Artist: William Deeble
Fonthill Abbey, The Oratory, 1824. From Views of the Seats of Noblemen and Gentlemen in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Second Series: Vol I, by John Preston Neale. [J. P. Neale, London, 1824]

Cobham Hall, (North West View) Kent, 1823. Artist: W Wallis
Cobham Hall, (North West View) Kent, 1823. After John Preston Neale (1780-1847). [J. P. Neale, London, 1823]

Finchley Church, Middlesex, 1815. Artist: Letitia Byrne
Finchley Church, Middlesex, 1815. After a drawing by John Preston Neale

Beaumont Lodge, Windsor, Berkshire, 1818. Artist: MS Barenger
Beaumont Lodge, Windsor, Berkshire, 1818. At the time of the engraving, Beaumont Lodge was the home of Viscount Ashbrook, a friend of George IV, who acquired the estate in 1805

The Treasury, Westminster, London, 1814. Artist: Woolnoth
The Treasury, Westminster, London, 1814

Lansdowne House, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: J Shury
Lansdowne House, Westminster, London, 1815. The residence of the Marquess of Lansdowne, designed by Robert Adam

St Pauls School, City of London, 1814. Artist: Owen
St Pauls School, City of London, 1814

Old porch, Charterhouse, London, 1815. Artist: Owen
Old porch, Charterhouse, London, 1815. Founded in the 14th century, the Charterhouse has variously been a Carthusian monastery, a public school, a medical school and a home for pensioners

Tower Gateway, Tower of London, 1815. Artist: Sands
Tower Gateway, Tower of London, 1815. A print from The Beauties of England and Wales or Delineations Topographical Historical and Descriptive, Vol X Part III. John Harris, St Paul Churchyard, London

Northumberland House, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: J Shury
Northumberland House, Westminster, London, 1815. Northumberland House was built between 1605 and 1609 and destroyed in 1874

Guildhall Chapel, City of London, 1815. Artist: H Hobson
Guildhall Chapel, City of London, 1815

Entrance to the south aisle, Westminster Abbey, London, 1816. Artist: Sands
Entrance to the south aisle, Westminster Abbey, London, 1816

Rotunda, Bank of England, City of London, 1816. Artist: Matthews
Rotunda, Bank of England, City of London, 1816

Poets Corner, Westminster Abbey, London, 1815. Artist: Lewis
Poets Corner, Westminster Abbey, London, 1815. Poets Corner is an area in the south transept of Westminster Abbey where a number of notable British literary figures are buried

The Savoy, London, 1815. Artist: J Lewis
The Savoy, London, 1815. Part of the old Savoy Palace, used as a military prison in the 18th century. It would later become the site of the Savoy Theatre

The Lower Lobby, House of Commons, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: Sands
The Lower Lobby, House of Commons, Westminster, London, 1815

The Speakers House, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: William Radclyffe
The Speakers House, Westminster, London, 1815

Doorway to the Temple Church, London, 1815. Artist: J Shury
Doorway to the Temple Church, London, 1815. Temple Church was consecrated in 1185

Interior of St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1816. Artist: Hobson
Interior of St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1816

Interior of the Great Hall, Charterhouse, London, 1815. Artist: J Lewis
Interior of the Great Hall, Charterhouse, London, 1815. Founded in the 14th century, the Charterhouse has variously been a Carthusian monastery, a public school

Interior of the Heralds College, London, 1815. Artist: Lewis
Interior of the Heralds College, London, 1815. The College of Arms, also known as the Heralds College, was founded in 1484 by Richard III

Earl Spencers House, Green Park, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: Byrne
Earl Spencers House, Green Park, Westminster, London, 1815. The house was built for John, 1st Earl Spencer, in the 1750s. The original architect was John Vardy

Highgate, London, 1814. Artist: J Shury
Highgate, London, 1814

Hampton Court Palace, London, 1814. Artist: J Shury
Hampton Court Palace, London, 1814. Hampton Court Palace is a former royal palace in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, London

Chinese pagoda and bridge, St Jamess Park, Westminster, London, 1814. Artist: Rawle
Chinese pagoda and bridge, St Jamess Park, Westminster, London, 1814. The Chinese bridge and pagoda, erected in the park in commemoration of the Glorious Peace of 1814

Chamber of the House of Commons, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: Wallis
Chamber of the House of Commons, Westminster, London, 1815

The Savoy, 1815 (1897). Artist: John Preston Neale
The Savoy, 1815 (1897). After a drawing by J.P. Neale. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Hampton House, the seat of Mr Garrick, Hampton, Richmond upon Thames, London, 1815. Artist: William Radclyffe
Hampton House, the seat of Mr Garrick, Hampton, Richmond upon Thames, London, 1815. A view of Garricks Villa, enlarged by Robert Adam in the 18th century for the actor David Garrick

Western towers, Westminster Abbey, London, 1815. Artist: Matthews
Western towers, Westminster Abbey, London, 1815. Designed in Gothic Revival style by Nicholas Hawksmoor, the western towers were added to the abbey between 1722 and 1745

Shoreditch Church, London, 1815. Artist: Matthews
Shoreditch Church, London, 1815. The Church of St Leonard, Shoreditch, built in c1740

St Pancras Old Church, London, 1815. Artist: Charles Pye
St Pancras Old Church, London, 1815

Holland House, London, 1815. Artist: Woolnoth
Holland House, London, 1815. Holland House was a Jacobean house held by the Earls of Holland and the Fox family. It was badly damaged in a World War II bombing raid

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"John Preston: A Man of Influence and Legacy" Step into the world of John Preston, a prominent figure in 19th-century Britain. From his involvement in politics to his successful business ventures, he left an indelible mark on various aspects of society. In the heart of Westminster, London, stands the Houses of Lords and Commons - a symbol of power and governance. It was here that John Preston's voice echoed through the halls as he contributed to shaping the nation's future. But politics wasn't his only passion. In Belfast, warehouses bearing his name proudly stood as testaments to his entrepreneurial spirit. Messrs Preston Smyth and Co alongside John Preston and Co were beacons of commerce in Donegall Square and Adelaide Place. Beyond business interests, John had an appreciation for art and architecture. The enchanting view of Blenheim in Oxfordshire captured by William Radclyffe showcased both natural beauty and man-made grandeur - qualities that resonated with him deeply. Traveling northwards to Lanarkshire, Lee Place emerged as another testament to John's refined taste. Created by Archelaus Cruse in 1828, this architectural gem reflected elegance amidst Scotland's picturesque landscapes. London Docks also held significance for our protagonist; T Matthews' depiction revealed its bustling entrance where trade thrived under John's watchful eye. His keen sense for opportunity led him towards success within this vibrant hub. As a patron of culture, John appreciated historical landmarks like Edward the Confessor's mausoleum within Westminster Abbey - a place steeped in regal history that fascinated him greatly. Not limited to political or commercial pursuits alone, Sir John Musgrave became one subject immortalized by artist John Preston Knight himself – capturing not just their likeness but also their shared dedication towards public service. Similarly depicted was Thomas Corney – Deputy Treasurer – whose portrait painted by Knight exemplified trustworthiness synonymous with those who worked alongside John. In his lifetime, John Preston left an enduring legacy.