William Cowper Collection

George Herbert and William Cowper window, Westminster Abbey, London (chromolitho)
668312 George Herbert and William Cowper window, Westminster Abbey, London (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Herbert and William Cowper window)

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625659 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625657 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625636 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

William Cowper, 1770 (engraving)
1577388 William Cowper, 1770 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of William Cowper (1731-1800), English poet and hymnodist. One of the most popular poets of his time

Engraved portrait of William Cowper
3077855 Engraved portrait of William Cowper; (add.info.: Engraved portrait of William Cowper (1731-1800) an English poet and hymnodist. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625663 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625634 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625660 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625662 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625661 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625635 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Text and illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving)
2625658 The Anatomy of Human Bodies, 1698 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration from The anatomy of humane bodies by William Cowper, (Oxford, 1698).); Universal History Archive/UIG

John Gilpin is found by the postboy from the Bell Inn, 1878, (c1918). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
John Gilpin is found by the postboy from the Bell Inn, 1878, (c1918). The youth tries to grab hold of Gilpins horses bridle, and frightens it even more

John Gilpin gallops through a village, 1878, (c1918). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
John Gilpin gallops through a village, 1878, (c1918). John Gilpin, with wine bottles attached to his belt, clings on as his horse tears down the road chased by dogs and scattering geese

Lord Mount-Temple; 1811-1888, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Lord Mount-Temple; 1811-1888, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

John Gilpins Famous Ride (colour litho)
5224040 John Gilpins Famous Ride (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Gilpins Famous Ride. Illustration for The Leisure Hour 1863)

Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho)
5197472 Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Gilpin (colour litho)
5228956 John Gilpin (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Gilpin. Illustration for Aunt Louisas London Gift Book (Frederick Warne)

William Cowper (engraving)
669929 William Cowper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cowper. Illustration for Lives of Eminent)

William Cowper, Robert Southey, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Goleridge, Thomas Campbell (engraving)
960793 William Cowper, Robert Southey, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Goleridge, Thomas Campbell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cowper)

A Group of Early Hymn-Writers (engraving)
5224552 A Group of Early Hymn-Writers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Group of Early Hymn-Writers)

Poems of William Cowper, (oil on canvas)
823174 Poems of William Cowper, (oil on canvas) by Hirst, Claude Raguet (1855-1942); 20.5x25.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Poems of William Cowper. Claude Raguet Hirst (1855-1942)

Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho)
5197469 Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho)
5197467 Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The ancient pride (engraving)
669745 The ancient pride (engraving) by Jenkins, Joseph John (1811-85); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ancient pride)

John Gilpins Famous Ride (chromolitho)
668347 John Gilpins Famous Ride (chromolitho) by Nicholson, J. H. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Gilpins Famous Ride.); © Look and Learn; British, out of copyright

Birth-Place of Cowper (engraving)
3654464 Birth-Place of Cowper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth-Place of Cowper)

British Poets, William Cowper (engraving)
2792629 British Poets, William Cowper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Poets, William Cowper. Illustration for Chatterbox (1883)

William Cowpers Summer House, Olney, Buckinghamshire (colour photo)
3095053 William Cowpers Summer House, Olney, Buckinghamshire (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cowpers Summer House, Olney)

The Woodman and His Dog (colour litho)
668701 The Woodman and His Dog (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Woodman and His Dog)

Cowpers House (engraving)
664736 Cowpers House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cowpers House. Illustration from Cathedrals, Abbeys and Churches by T G Bonney (Cassell, 1891)

William Cowper (engraving)
655816 William Cowper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cowper. Illustration from unidentified late 19th century history of England)

Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho)
5197468 Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Wm Cowper, (the Poet) (engraving)
978407 Wm Cowper, (the Poet) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wm Cowper, (the Poet)

Cowpers house, Olney, Buckinghamshire (engraving)
2792965 Cowpers house, Olney, Buckinghamshire (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cowpers house, Olney, Buckinghamshire)

John Gilpins ride (colour litho)
978019 John Gilpins ride (colour litho) by Stothard, Thomas (1755-1834) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Gilpins ride)

Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho)
5197476 Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cowpers Summer House, Olney (engraving)
3638586 Cowpers Summer House, Olney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cowpers Summer House, Olney. Loose engraving)

Birth-Place of Cowper, the Poet, Berkhampstead, Hertfordshire (engraving)
3638538 Birth-Place of Cowper, the Poet, Berkhampstead, Hertfordshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth-Place of Cowper, the Poet, Berkhampstead)

Cowpers House, Olney (b / w photo)
3631882 Cowpers House, Olney (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cowpers House, Olney)

William Cowper (engraving)
671637 William Cowper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cowper. Illustration for Our Worlds Greatest Benefactors by Samuel Adams Drake)

East Dereham Church (engraving)
6011393 East Dereham Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: East Dereham Church. Illustration for The Sunday at Home (1878).); © Look and Learn

Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho)
5197464 Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho)
5197466 Illustration for The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

William Cowper, English poet (engraving)
5233718 William Cowper, English poet (engraving) by Watson, Caroline (1760-1814); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cowper (1731-1800), English poet

William Cowper (colour litho)
811317 William Cowper (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cowper. Our Poets Corner. Masterpiece Library)

John Gilpin (colour litho)
3098273 John Gilpin (colour litho) by Caldecott, Randolph (1846-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Gilpin. Illustration for Randolph Caldecotts First Collection of Pictures and Songs)

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William Cowper was a renowned English poet and hymn-writer who lived from 1731 to 1800. His contributions to literature and his impact on the Romantic movement are still celebrated today. One of his notable works is "The Diverting History of John Gilpin, " which tells the humorous tale of a man's wild horseback ride. Cowper's talent for storytelling shines through in this popular poem, as seen in various illustrations that depict scenes from "John Gilpin. " The vibrant chromolitho window at Westminster Abbey showcases Cowper alongside fellow poets George Herbert, emphasizing their significant influence on British literature. Another illustration by Randolph Caldecott captures the moment when John Gilpin is found by the postboy from the Bell Inn. This charming image perfectly encapsulates the whimsical nature of Cowper's writing style. Lord Mount-Temple, an admirer of Cowper's work, is depicted in an engraving dated 1888. This portrayal serves as a testament to how deeply Cowper touched people with his poetry during his lifetime and beyond. "The Diverting History of John Gilpin" continues to captivate readers with its colorful lithographs that bring each scene vividly to life. These illustrations not only enhance our understanding of the poem but also showcase Cowper's ability to create memorable characters and narratives. In addition to "John Gilpin, " William Cowper wrote numerous other poems and hymns that have stood the test of time. He is often recognized alongside esteemed poets such as Robert Southey, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Thomas Campbell in engravings commemorating their contributions to English literature. Cowper's impact extends beyond just poetry; he was also known for his religious hymns. An engraving titled "A Group of Early Hymn-Writers" pays homage to him as one among many influential figures who shaped Christian worship through their lyrical compositions.