Richard Sheridan Collection

Uncorking Old Sherry, 1805
Uncorking Old Sherry, pub. 1805 (hand coloured engraving). William Pitt (1759-1806) giving a speech on 6th March 1805

Bank Notes - Paper Money - French Alarmists - ah! poor John Bull
NCO191224 Bank Notes - Paper Money - French Alarmists - ah! poor John Bull! published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Duenna & Little Isaac, April 1, 1784. Creator: William Paulet Carey
The Duenna & Little Isaac, April 1, 1784

Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816), politician, playwright, c1800s. Creator: John Cox Dillman Engleheart
Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816), politician, playwright, c1800s

New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Creator: Unknown
New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Intended as a Frontispiece to the Satirical Poem of all the Talents'

Elsie Leslie, 1899. Creator: Zaida Ben-Yusuf
Elsie Leslie, 1899. Photograph is full-length portrait of actress Elsie Leslie in costume as Lydia Languish in Richard Sheridan's play The Rivals. (Leslie ws America's first child star)

R. B. Sheridan, (1751-1816), 1830. Creator: Unknown
R. B. Sheridan, (1751-1816), 1830. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816) Irish satirist, playwright, poet, and long-term owner of the London Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, educated at Harrow School

Clearing Away the Rubbish, 1811. Creator: Charles Williams
Clearing Away the Rubbish, 1811

The Ex-Minister and the Meteor, published April 13, 1804. Creator: Charles Williams
The Ex-Minister and the Meteor, published April 13, 1804

The Honeymoon, 1806. Creator: Charles Williams
The Honeymoon, 1806

The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat, pub
2962480 The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

John Bull & his Dog Faithful, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1796 (hand-coloured etching
NCO191226 John Bull & his Dog Faithful, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1796 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat
NCO191755 The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1796 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Loss of the Faro Bank, or The Rooks Pigeon d
NCO191286 The Loss of the Faro Bank, or The Rooks Pigeon d, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Pillars of the Consitution: Three o Clock & a Cloudy Morning
BAL42764 Pillars of the Consitution: Three o Clock & a Cloudy Morning, 1809 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); O Shea Gallery, London

Westminster Conscripts under the Training Act, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806
NCO191218 Westminster Conscripts under the Training Act, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Doublures of Characters, or Striking Resemblances in Phisiognomy, published by J
NCO190491 Doublures of Characters, or Striking Resemblances in Phisiognomy, published by J. Wright in 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Pillars of the Consitution: Three o Clock & a Cloudy Morning
NCO190406 Pillars of the Consitution: Three o Clock & a Cloudy Morning, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1809 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

"A Treasure for a Lady"- Sheridan and the Lawyer (engraving)
3099377 " A Treasure for a Lady" - Sheridan and the Lawyer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pillars of the Constitution, February 1, 1809. Creator: James Gillray
Pillars of the Constitution, February 1, 1809

Blowing-up the Pic-Nic s; -or-Harlequin Quixote Attacking the Puppets, vide Tottenham Street Pantomime, April 2, 1802

Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805. Creator: James Gillray
Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805

Suitable Restrictions, January 28, 1789. January 28, 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Suitable Restrictions, January 28, 1789

A Sweating for Opposition by Dr. W-llis Dominisweaty and Co. March 6, 1789

Public Characters, April 1, 1801. April 1, 1801. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Public Characters, April 1, 1801

A Touch on the Times, December 29, 1788. December 29, 1788. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Touch on the Times, December 29, 1788

The Times - Or A View Of The Old House In Little Brittain - With Nobody Going To Hannover, January 23, 1784

A Theatrical Candidate, 1797. 1797. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Theatrical Candidate, 1797

Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775 / 76-1817) and Her Son... ). Creator
Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775/76-1817) and Her Son (Charles Brinsley Sheridan, 1796-1843)

Old Houses in Great Queen Street, South Side, 1850, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Old Houses in Great Queen Street, South Side, 1850, (1881). Neoclassical terrace in Holborn, London. Famous residents include painter John Opie and playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan

School for Scandal play at the Vaudeville Theatre, 1882. The Screen Scene from the play by Richard Sheridan, with Ada Cavendish (1839-1895). Illustration from The Graphic, 13 May 1882

The high-flying candidate, (ie Little Paul-Goose), mounting from a blanket, 1806. View of the hustings in Covent Garden showing Sir Samuel Hood

The Theatrical Bubble... 1851. Richard Sheridan, as Punch, standing on a platform above the heads of a cheering crowd, blowing bubbles. Behind is Drury Lane Theatre with its statue of Apollo

The grand review on Sydenham Common... 1792. Dressed in military uniform, King George III, followed by William Pitt the Younger, Edmund Burke and others, is chasing the Prince of Wales

Ceceders in Limbo - ie - vagabonds made usefull... 1798. Artist
Ceceders in Limbo - ie - vagabonds made usefull... 1798. The interior of a prison with three prisoners beating hemp.This is a satire on the secession of the leaders of the Whig Opposition in

A Peace Offering to the Genius of Liberty and Equality, 1794. Artist
A Peace Offering to the Genius of Liberty and Equality, 1794. Whigs offering gifts to France. A procession consisting of Charles Stanhope, bearing constitutional symbols

Blowing up the Pic Nic s; or, Harlequin Quixotte attacking the puppets... 1802
Blowing up the Pic Nic s; or, Harlequin Quixotte attacking the puppets. Vide Tottenham Street Pantomime, 1802. Richard Sheridan leading the forces of the professionals against the amateurs of the Pic

Pillars of the Constitution: Three o Clock and a Cloudy Morning, 1809. Richard Sheridan, the famous playwright and Whig politician and the Charles Howard, Duke of Norfolk

The Regents Hack, 1812. The Prince Regent riding a horse, with the head of Sheridan, along a street which is strewn with large stones on which are heads of members of the opposition

Isaacs Lodgings, 1924 (1925). Artist: George Sherringham
Isaacs Lodgings, 1924. Stage setting for Richard Brinsley Butler Sheridans (1751-1816) The Duenna. After original artwork by George Sheringham (1884-1937)

Elizabeth Ann Sheridan, 18th century English singer, (1816). Artist: Middlemist
Elizabeth Ann Sheridan, 18th century English singer, (1816). Born Elizabeth Ann Linley (1754-1792) was the second daughter of the composer Thomas Linley

Sheridans house, Savile Row, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
Sheridans house, Savile Row, London, 1912. Irish-born playwright and MP Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816) lived here. Illustration from Famous Houses and Literary Shrines of London

Richard Brinsley Sheridan, Irish dramatist, poet and politician, c1875 (1878). Richard Brinsley Butler Sheridan (1751-1816), was a playwright, poet and owner of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London

Preliminary Sketch for Illustration to The School for Scandal, c1917. The School for Scandal is a play written by Richard Brinsley Sheridan

Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816), Irish playwright and Whig statesman, 19th century. Artist: R Hicks
Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816), Irish playwright and Whig statesman, 19th century

Thomas King as Puff in The Critic, 19th century

A Scene in the School for Scandal, 1786. An auction scene with the Prince of Wales (later King George IV), bidding for lots including a portrait of his mistress Mrs Fitzherbert

Interior of the old House of Commons, St Stephens Chapel, 1793 (c1905)
Interior of the old House of Commons, St Stephens Chapel, London, 1793 (c1905). William Pitt is addressing the House. Members present include Canning, Wilberforce, Sheridan

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Richard Sheridan, a prominent figure in the 18th and early 19th centuries, was known for his wit, talent, and involvement in various political and theatrical endeavors. Born in 1751, he left an indelible mark on both the literary and political landscapes of his time. Sheridan's brilliance extended beyond the stage as he dabbled in financial matters. He understood the power of bank notes and paper money, recognizing their influence on economies. However, even with this knowledge, he couldn't escape the French Alarmists' concerns that plagued Europe during his era. In "Uncorking Old Sherry" from 1805, we catch a glimpse of Sheridan's humor shining through. His ability to entertain was not limited to plays like "The Duenna & Little Isaac, " which premiered on April 1st in 1784. Portraits captured him at different stages of his life; one such depiction from 1830 shows a man who had experienced much but remained enigmatic to unknown artists. Another artwork titled "Clearing Away the Rubbish" portrays Sheridan's determination to rid society of unnecessary burdens. "The Ex-Minister and the Meteor, " published in April 1804 by Charles Williams, showcases Sheridan's involvement in politics alongside his theatrical pursuits. This multifaceted individual also wrote plays like "The Honeymoon" (1806), demonstrating his versatility as a playwright. Sheridan's commitment to patriotism is evident throughout history: whether it be depicted through etchings like "John Bull & His Dog Faithful" or satirical pieces such as "The Generae of Patriotism. " These works highlight how he championed causes close to home while planting metaphorical seeds for future generations. Yet amidst all these accomplishments lies tragedy—the loss suffered at Faro Bank or being duped by schemers portrayed in artworks like "The Loss of the Faro Bank. " Nevertheless, Richard Sheridan's legacy endures, as seen in "Pillars of the Constitution.