Distant view of the Abbey from Tothill Street; in the background right centre can be seen Hawksmoor's West Towers of the Abbey, in front of them lies the end of Tothill Street; on the north side of the street we see a 17th century shop and an 18th century shop with three bays and a four storey building of 18th century shops of eight bays; on the south side we can see a butcher's shop and a three bayed 18th century building with dormer windows; there are numerous frequenting chambermaids looking out of the top windows; shoppers and travellers stand in the street while a cart makes deliveries to the butcher.
In a painted roundel. Rowe faces the right, but is portrayed full face; he wears a white shirt and brown coat and a large grey wig Provenance: Left to the School by Janet Adam-Smith, wife of John Carleton, Head Master, who bought the painting in 1961.
Little Dean's Yard, facing East; on the right can be seen the Burlington Dormitory; just to the left is the archway up School; two scholars stand in the middle of the Yard, while another reclines near the arch; a man with a wheelbarrow stands near the entrance to Turle's House.
Half-length portrait of Hamilton standing; he wears black academic dress and academic gown; his head and body are turned slightly to the left; he holds an open book. In 2001, his wife is reported to have said that this was a poor likeness.
Three-quarters length; Rae reclines with his body facing the left of the picture, although he is portrayed full face; he supports his head with his left hand; he wears red robe, academic collar and gown. Signed l.r.: Richard Stone
Three-quarter length, seated, facing right; he wears red and white music gown, over black suit and hat; he sits on a green chair. There is a candle and a book in the right background.
