William Sharp Collection

Thomas Paine, 1793
1574950 Thomas Paine, 1793; (add.info.: Thomas Paine by William Sharp. He was an English-American political activist, author, political theorist and revolutionary)

Saul and the Witch of Endor, 1788. Creator: William Sharp
Saul and the Witch of Endor, 1788

Madonna and Child, 1798. Creator: William Sharp
Madonna and Child, 1798

Evil, published September 2, 1816. Creator: William Sharp
Evil, published September 2, 1816

Charles the First, n.d. Creator: William Sharp
Charles the First, n.d

Southcott, (1750- 1814), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Southcott, (1750- 1814), 1830. Joanna Southcott (1750- 1814) self-described religious prophetess, dismissed as a domestic servant she joined the Wesleyan Church

The Sortie made by the Harrison Of Hibraltar in the morning of the 27 of November 1781
2905922 The Sortie made by the Harrison Of Hibraltar in the morning of the 27 of November 1781 by Trumbull, John (1756-1843) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Lear, 1783. Creator: William Sharp
King Lear, 1783

Trade Card for William Sharp, Engraver, 19th century. Creator: William Sharp
Trade Card for William Sharp, Engraver, 19th century

Trade Card for William Sharp, Engraver, 18th century. Creator: William Sharp
Trade Card for William Sharp, Engraver, 18th century

Sculptures outside the entrance to Old Bethlehem Hospital, Moorfields, City of London, 1783. View of the figure sculptures from the pediment of the gate to Old Bethlehem Hospital

Design for Cover of The Mountain Lovers, c. 1895, (1914). Artists: Aubrey Beardsley, William Sharp
Design for Cover of The Mountain Lovers, c.1895, (1914). Illustration for The Mountain Lovers by William Sharp (1855-1905), a Scottish writer of poetry and literary biography

King Lear, c1800. Artist: William Sharp
King Lear, c1800. After Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792)

Sir Isaac Newton, 1774. Artist: William Sharp
Sir Isaac Newton, 1774. Isaac Newton (1642-1727), English mathematician, astronomer and physicist. Newtons discoveries were prolific and exerted a huge influence on science and thought

Matthew Boulton, engineer and industrialist, c1801. Artist: William Sharp
Matthew Boulton, engineer and industrialist, c1801. Works owner Matthew Boulton and Scottish engineer and inventor, James Watt formed a partnership in 1773 to produce steam engines

Off, off, you lendings-Come unbutton here (Shakespeare, King Lear, Act 3, Scene 4), 1793
Off, off, you lendings - Come unbutton here (Shakespeare, King Lear, Act 3, Scene 4), 1793

Off off you lendings-Come unbutton Shakespeare
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William Sharp after John Flaxman, British (1749-1824), Brazen Serpent, from Michael Angelo, published 1829, lithograph [proof before letters]

William Sharp after John Flaxman (British, 1749 - 1824), Brazen Serpent, from Michael Angelo, published 1829, lithograph [proof before letters]

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William Sharp, also known as "Fuseli's Engraver, " was a prominent figure in the world of engraving during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born in Southcott in 1750, he made significant contributions to various artistic endeavors throughout his career. One notable work associated with William Sharp is "The Sortie made by the Harrison Of Hibraltar in the morning of November 27, 1781. " This piece remains an enigma as its creator remains unknown. However, it showcases Sharp's exceptional skill and attention to detail. In addition to this mysterious artwork, Sharp engraved numerous trade cards for himself. These cards served as a testament to his craftsmanship and were created both in the 18th and 19th centuries. They showcased his ability to capture intricate designs on small surfaces. Sharp's talent extended beyond trade cards; he also worked on sculptures outside Old Bethlehem Hospital in Moorfields, City of London. These sculptures added grandeur and elegance to the hospital entrance while reflecting Sharp's mastery over different mediums. Collaborating with other artists was another aspect of William Sharp's career that deserves recognition. He collaborated with renowned artist Aubrey Beardsley on designing the cover for "The Mountain Lovers" around c. 1895 (1914). This collaboration resulted in a visually stunning cover that captured readers' attention even before delving into its contents. Furthermore, William Sharp demonstrated his versatility by creating portraits such as Sir Isaac Newton (1774) and Matthew Boulton (c1801). His ability to immortalize these influential figures through engravings highlights his technical prowess and eye for capturing their essence. Lastly, one cannot overlook Shakespearean influences within William Sharp's body of work. The quote "Off, off you lendings-Come unbutton here" from King Lear Act III Scene IV became an inspiration for him when creating a piece titled "The doctors of the church consulting books and documents" in 1793.