Montagu House Collection

Montagu-House, Whitehall, the residence of the Duke of Buccleuch, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Montagu-House, Whitehall, [London], the residence of the Duke of Buccleuch, 1864. 'We give a View of the river front of this noble mansion, the exterior of which is now almost complete

Commencement of the Thames Embankment: driving the first pile... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Commencement of the Thames Embankment: driving the first pile in front of the Duke of Buccleuch's mansion, [London], 1862

British Museum, Holborn, c. 1750 (engraving)
5890790 British Museum, Holborn, c.1750 (engraving) by Simon, James (fl.1714-50); length: 61 cm; London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: North prospect of Montague House)

The Royal Academy, Covent Garden and the British Museum
6340374 The Royal Academy, Covent Garden and the British Museum by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: The Royal Academy, Covent Garden and the British Museum)

Encampment in the gardens of Montagu House, 1780 (engraving)
3636809 Encampment in the gardens of Montagu House, 1780 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Encampment in the gardens of Montagu House, 1780)

London: The embankment as it is (b / w photo)
6026849 London: The embankment as it is (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The embankment as it is)

Montagu House (engraving)
1058236 Montagu House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montagu House. Illustration for The Graphic)

View of Westminster Bridge and Montagu House, c. 1750 (w / c on paper)
XCF282056 View of Westminster Bridge and Montagu House, c.1750 (w/c on paper) by Scott, Samuel (c.1702-72); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Montagu-House, Whitehall, the Residence of the Duke of Buccleuch (engraving)
1613244 Montagu-House, Whitehall, the Residence of the Duke of Buccleuch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montagu-House, Whitehall)

Montagu House, the Whitehall Front (b / w photo)
3102192 Montagu House, the Whitehall Front (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montagu House, the Whitehall Front)

Montagu House in Whitehall (engraving)
603776 Montagu House in Whitehall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montagu House, Whitehall, London, the residence of the Duke of Buccleuch)

Her Grace the Dowager Duchess of Abercorn and her Descendants at Montagu House (b / w photo)
1047958 Her Grace the Dowager Duchess of Abercorn and her Descendants at Montagu House (b/w photo) by English photographer

Montagu House, grand staircase (engraving)
3636812 Montagu House, grand staircase (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montagu House, grand staircase)

Front of Montagu House, Great Russell Street, 1830 (engraving)
3636810 Front of Montagu House, Great Russell Street, 1830 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Front of Montagu House, Great Russell Street, 1830)

Court-Yard of Montagu House, 1830 (engraving)
654226 Court-Yard of Montagu House, 1830 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Court-Yard of Montagu House, 1830)

British Museum, c1753-1810, (1925). Creator: Unknown
British Museum, c1753-1810, (1925). Montagu House in Bloomsbury site of the British museum with exhibits widely sourced during the era of the British Empire

Gateway to the old British Museum (Montague House), Bloomsbury, London, 1850. Montague House was demolished in the 1840s; the Central Hall of the new building, by Robert Smirke, was opened in 1847

Part of a wall of the old British Museum, Bloomsbury, London, 1850. Artist: James Findlay
Part of a wall of the old British Museum, Bloomsbury, London, 1850. The original home of the British Museum, Montague House, was demolished in the 1840s; the Central Hall of the new building

View of the old British Museum, Bloomsbury, London, 1850. Artist: James Findlay
View of the old British Museum, Bloomsbury, London, 1850. The original home of the British Museum, Montague House, was demolished in the 1840s; the Central Hall of the new building

The Thames with Montagu House, from near Westminster Bridge, London, 1749. Artist
View of the River Thames and Montagu House, London, 1749; with boats on the river

Mrs Montagus House, Portman Square, London, 19th century (1907). Artist: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd
Mrs Montagus House, Portman Square, London, 19th century (1907). Portman Square was originally laid out in the 1760s by Henry William Portman

Courtyard of Montagu House, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London, 1830 (1878). Montagu House was a grand 17th century private house, which became the first home of the British Museum

Front of Montagu House, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London, 1830 (1878). Montagu House was a grand 17th century private house, which became the first home of the British Museum

Grand staircase of Montagu House, Bloomsbury, London, c1830 (1878). Montagu House, Great Russell Street, was a grand 17th century private house, which became the first home of the British Museum

The drawing-room, Montagu House, 1908. Artist: J Russell & Sons
The drawing-room, Montagu House, 1908. A photograph from The Private Palaces of London by E Beresford Chancellor, (Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner and Co, London, 1908)

The saloon, Montagu House, 1908. Artist: Bedford Lemere and Company
The saloon, Montagu House, 1908. A photograph from The Private Palaces of London by E Beresford Chancellor, (Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner and Co, London, 1908)

Montagu House, Bloomsbury, 18th century, (1908). The house was purchased in 1754 as the first home of the British Museum and in 1757 the gardens were opened to the public

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Entrance to Montague House (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF250716 Entrance to Montague House (litho) (b/w photo) by Landells, Robert Thomas (1833-77); Private Collection; (add.info)

Montague House, Great Russell Street (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF250718 Montague House, Great Russell Street (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: (see also 250717 and 250716); designed by French architect

The British Museum in Great Russell Street, London (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF250717 The British Museum in Great Russell Street, London (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info)

MONTAGU HOUSE, GRAND STAIRCASE, 1830. London, UK, 19th century engraving

ENCAMPMENT IN THE GARDENS OF MONTAGU HOUSE, 1780. London, UK, 19th century engraving

Natural History display at Montagu House
Staircase near the entrance of the old British Museum in Montagu House, 1845. This housed the original collection of the Natural History Museum, London. From a watercolour by George Scharf (1788-1860)

Montagu House, Bloomsbury
A watercolour, by an unknown artist, showing Montagu House, Bloomsbury, the first home of the British Museum

1830 Montagu House natural history museum
An image of Montagu (Monatgue) house and its grand staircase in the British Museum around 1830, (Great Russell street). Published in Walter Thornbury " Old and New London" Cassell and Co

1830 Old British Museum Montagu House
The British Museum in Montagu House, Great Russel (sic) Street. Engraved by William Henshall from a study by T.H. Shepherd

1841 British Museum Zoological Gallery c
Fine steel engraving with later hand colouring by l. Lewitt and Radclyffe of the " British Museum - Zoological Gallery" in " London Interiors" published by Joseph Mead of London

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Montagu House, located in Holborn, London, is a historic landmark that holds a significant place in British history. Built around 1750, this magnificent structure has witnessed the rise and fall of empires and the evolution of art and culture. Once home to illustrious residents such as the Duke of Buccleuch, Montagu House became renowned for its grandeur and opulence. Its elegant architecture captivated visitors from all walks of life. The house's Whitehall front was particularly awe-inspiring, leaving an indelible mark on anyone who beheld it. The gardens surrounding they were not only picturesque but also served as a gathering place for various events. In 1780, an encampment took place within these enchanting grounds, showcasing the versatility of this remarkable estate. As time went by, Montagu House became more than just a residence; it transformed into a hub for knowledge and enlightenment. It housed both The Royal Academy and later became part of the prestigious British Museum complex. Scholars flocked to its doors seeking wisdom while artists found inspiration within its walls. One can imagine strolling along Westminster Bridge during the mid-18th century with Montagu House standing proudly in view—a testament to London's architectural prowess at that time. This image immortalized through watercolor on paper captures the essence of this era perfectly. Throughout its existence, Montagu House played host to many notable figures who left their mark on history. A captivating black-and-white photograph showcases Her Grace the Dowager Duchess of Abercorn alongside her descendants gathered at this esteemed location—an intimate glimpse into aristocratic life during those times. The grand staircase inside Montagu House was nothing short of breathtaking—its intricate engravings reflecting craftsmanship at its finest. Visitors ascending these steps would have felt transported back in time to an age where elegance reigned supreme. By 1830, Great Russell Street had become synonymous with Montagu House.