Rich's Glory or his Triumphant Entry into Covent-Garden Product:Canvas Matt seller carrying his wares

Matt seller carrying his wares on his shoulder

Piccadilly (top) was designed by Sir Christopher Wren

the building was designed by Sir Christopher Wren

Troops were stationed in St James's Park in the aftermath of the Gordon Riots

View of Baumes House

Rich's Glory or his Triumphant Entry into Covent-Garden Product:Canvas Matt seller carrying his wares'Rich's Glory or his Triumphant Entry into Covent Garden', 1732. Scene of John Rich's triumphant entry into Covent Garden with a procession of performers and props passing through the piazza. On December 7th 1732, John Rich moved his playhouse at Lincoln's Inn Fields to Covent Garden, the theatre later became the Royal Opera House. Below the image is a set of verse.