William Harrison Ainsworth Collection

View of the Tower of London in 1553 (engraving)
5224947 View of the Tower of London in 1553 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Tower of London in 1553)

The Stone Kitchen, 1840. Artist: George Cruikshank
The Stone Kitchen, 1840. A print from The Tower of London a Historical Romance, by William Harrison Ainsworth. (London, 1840)

Randulph and Hilda dancing in the Rotunda at Ranelagh Gardens, (1842), 1903
Randulph and Hilda dancing in the Rotunda at Ranelagh Gardens (a correct view of the place), 1842. The Misers Daughter: 12/20, Randulph and Hilda dancing in the Rotunda in Ranelagh Gardens

The Marriage of Randulph and Hilda (engraving)
3652538 The Marriage of Randulph and Hilda (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marriage of Randulph and Hilda)

The Duel in Tothill Fields (engraving)
3652533 The Duel in Tothill Fields (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duel in Tothill Fields)

The discovery of the mysterious packet (engraving)
3652532 The discovery of the mysterious packet (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The discovery of the mysterious packet)

The Folly on the Thames (engraving)
3652524 The Folly on the Thames (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Folly on the Thames)

Portrait of William Harrison Ainsworth (engraving)
3642385 Portrait of William Harrison Ainsworth (engraving) by Maclise, Daniel (1806-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of William Harrison Ainsworth)

The Duke of Northumberland renouncing the Protestant Religion (engraving)
5224970 The Duke of Northumberland renouncing the Protestant Religion (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Mary at the instance of Simon Renard affiancing herself to Philip of Spain (engraving)
5224963 Queen Mary at the instance of Simon Renard affiancing herself to Philip of Spain (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

William Harrison Ainsworth
LLM457100 William Harrison Ainsworth by Maclise, Daniel (1806-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Harrison Ainsworth)

Dick Turpin jumping Hornsey toll bar gate on his horse Black Bess (coloured engraving)
2654238 Dick Turpin jumping Hornsey toll bar gate on his horse Black Bess (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bishop Gardiners conferance with Jane, in the Beauchamp Tower (engraving)
5224967 Bishop Gardiners conferance with Jane, in the Beauchamp Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishop Gardiners conferance with Jane)

The Death Warrant (engraving)
5224950 The Death Warrant (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death Warrant)

Cuthbert Cholmondeley surprised by the appearance of a mysterious figure in the dungeon adjoining the Devilin Tower
5224979 Cuthbert Cholmondeley surprised by the appearance of a mysterious figure in the dungeon adjoining the Devilin Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank

Queen Jane interposing between Northumberland and Simon Renard (engraving)
5224978 Queen Jane interposing between Northumberland and Simon Renard (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Feckenham offering Jane a pardon, on her way to Trial (engraving)
5224958 Feckenham offering Jane a pardon, on her way to Trial (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feckenham offering Jane a pardon, on her way to Trial)

Elizabeth brought Prisoner to the Tower (engraving)
5224952 Elizabeth brought Prisoner to the Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth brought Prisoner to the Tower)

Xit, now Sir Narcissus Le Grand, entertaining his friends on his wedding day (engraving)
5224946 Xit, now Sir Narcissus Le Grand, entertaining his friends on his wedding day (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Xit, now Sir Narcissus Le Grand)

Jane meeting the body of her husband on her way to the Scaffold (engraving)
5224944 Jane meeting the body of her husband on her way to the Scaffold (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dispersion of the Jacobite Club and death of Cordwell Firebras (engraving)
3652536 Dispersion of the Jacobite Club and death of Cordwell Firebras (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Randulph refusing to drink the Kings health "over the water"(engraving)
3652527 Randulph refusing to drink the Kings health " over the water" (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

William Harrison Ainsworth (engraving)
2563270 William Harrison Ainsworth (engraving) by Bulmer, E. L. (19th century); 15x12 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: William Harrison Ainsworth (1805-82)

William Harrison Ainsworth (engraving)
1060505 William Harrison Ainsworth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Harrison Ainsworth)

Randulph and Hilda dancing in the Rotunda at Ranelagh (engraving)
3652540 Randulph and Hilda dancing in the Rotunda at Ranelagh (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Supper at Vauxhall (engraving)
3652531 The Supper at Vauxhall (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Supper at Vauxhall)

Randulphs interview with Cordwell Firebras in the Cloisters of Westminster Abbey (engraving)
3652523 Randulphs interview with Cordwell Firebras in the Cloisters of Westminster Abbey (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Bulkeley Price bringing the mortgage money to Mr Scarve (engraving)
3652521 Sir Bulkeley Price bringing the mortgage money to Mr Scarve (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

William Harrison Ainsworth, c. 1841 (mezzotint)
2563269 William Harrison Ainsworth, c.1841 (mezzotint) by McClise, D (19th century) (after); 17x11 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Punch cartoon: William Harrison Ainsworth, English historical novelist (engraving)
6034887 Punch cartoon: William Harrison Ainsworth, English historical novelist (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Abel Beechcroft discovering the body of the Miser in the cellar (engraving)
3652537 Abel Beechcroft discovering the body of the Miser in the cellar (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Masquerade in Ranelagh gardens (engraving)
3652530 The Masquerade in Ranelagh gardens (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Masquerade in Ranelagh gardens)

Edward Underhill the "Hot Gospeller, "preaching to the Giants in the By-ward or Gate Tower (engraving)
5224980 Edward Underhill the " Hot Gospeller, " preaching to the Giants in the By-ward or Gate Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank

Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and the Princess Elizabeth (engraving)
5224964 Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and the Princess Elizabeth (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Courtenays escape from the Tower (engraving)
5224961 Courtenays escape from the Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Courtenays escape from the Tower)

Dick Turpins Ride to York (coloured engraving)
583894 Dick Turpins Ride to York (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dick Turpins Ride to York; the scene was the invention of William Harrison)

The Miser discovering the loss of the mortgage-money (engraving)
3652525 The Miser discovering the loss of the mortgage-money (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Mary receiving the Prisoners on the Tower Green (engraving)
5224974 Queen Mary receiving the Prisoners on the Tower Green (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Mary receiving the Prisoners on the Tower Green)

Jane imprisoned in the Brick Tower (engraving)
5224973 Jane imprisoned in the Brick Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jane imprisoned in the Brick Tower)

Cholmondeley discovering the body of Alexia in the Devilin Tower (engraving)
5224966 Cholmondeley discovering the body of Alexia in the Devilin Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Masque in the Palace Garden of the Tower (engraving)
5224965 Masque in the Palace Garden of the Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Masque in the Palace Garden of the Tower)

Gog extricating Xit from the Bear in the Lions Tower (engraving)
5224960 Gog extricating Xit from the Bear in the Lions Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gog extricating Xit from the Bear in the Lions Tower)

The Burning of Edward Underhill on the Tower Green (engraving)
5224959 The Burning of Edward Underhill on the Tower Green (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of Edward Underhill on the Tower Green)

Xit wedded to the "Scavengers Daughter"(engraving)
5224957 Xit wedded to the " Scavengers Daughter" (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Thomas Wyat dictating terms to Queen Mary in the Council Chamber of the White Tower (engraving)
5224956 Sir Thomas Wyat dictating terms to Queen Mary in the Council Chamber of the White Tower (engraving) by Cruikshank

Attack upon the Brass Mount by Lord Guilford Dudley (engraving)
5224955 Attack upon the Brass Mount by Lord Guilford Dudley (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attack upon the Brass Mount by Lord Guilford Dudley)

Four Cosway binding style covers including portrait miniatures of (from left to right)
1195357 Four Cosway binding style covers including portrait miniatures of (from left to right), William Harrison Ainsworth, Charles Dickens, Clementina Walkinshaw and Nelson aged 39

Randulph Crew introduced to Beau Villiers on the Mall (engraving)
3652539 Randulph Crew introduced to Beau Villiers on the Mall (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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William Harrison Ainsworth was a prominent English author and historical novelist who captivated readers with his vivid storytelling and intricate plotlines. His works often delved into the dark underbelly of London's history, bringing to life scenes that were both captivating and haunting. In one of his most famous novels, "Old St Pauls, " Ainsworth takes us back in time to 16th century London, where we catch a glimpse of the Tower of London in 1553 through an enchanting engraving. The towering structure stands as a symbol of power and intrigue, setting the stage for the gripping tale that unfolds within its walls. Ainsworth's attention to detail is evident in another artwork by George Cruikshank titled "The Stone Kitchen. " This illustration transports us to a bustling kitchen scene from 1840, immersing us in the sights and sounds of daily life during that era. It serves as a reminder that amidst grand historical events, ordinary people continued their routines. One cannot discuss Ainsworth without mentioning his ability to create compelling characters. In "Randulph and Hilda dancing in the Rotunda at Ranelagh Gardens, " we witness two individuals lost in an elegant waltz amid opulent surroundings. Their love story becomes intertwined with political upheaval as depicted in "Elizabeth confronted with Wyat in the Torture Chamber. " These engravings capture moments filled with tension and emotion, showcasing Ainsworth's talent for blending romance with suspense. Ainsworth also had a knack for depicting dramatic scenes such as "The Execution of Jane" or "Execution of the Duke of Northumberland upon Tower Hill. " Through these powerful engravings, he brings forth themes of justice, sacrifice, and human resilience against adversity. Yet amidst all this darkness lies glimpses of hope: "The Marriage of Randulph and Hilda" portrays joyous union while "The discovery of the mysterious packet" hints at hidden secrets waiting to be unraveled.