Vizetelly and Company (1850-1855)

The Vizetelly London firm of printers, engravers and publishers was active under various names from ca. 1827 to 1890. Created by James Henry Vizetelly with assorted associates, the firm was reorganized at his death, in 1838, by the eldest son, James, with his younger brother Henry as associate. In 1849 the firm went into liquidation, the brothers setting up separate businesses. James Vizetelly remained active during the period covered by this collection. After 1855 the name Vizetelly continued to be in business through James' brother Henry and his sons until 1889. Henry was also known for his work as an engraver.

From the description of Letters and documents, 1785, 1838-1854 (bulk 1840-1842 and 1851-1853). (Getty Research Institute). WorldCat record id: 84160725

Administrative History

The Vizetelly London firm of printers, engravers and publishers was active under various names from ca. 1827-1890. Founded by James Henry Vizetelly with various associates, the firm was reorganized at his death in 1838, by the eldest son James, with his younger brother Henry as associate. In 1849 the firm went into liquidation, the brothers setting up separate businesses. James Vizetelly’s firm remained active until 1855 under the name of Vizetelly and Company (at 135 Fleet Street). The name Vizetelly was successfully continued in the printing business of James’s brother Henry. Henry Vizetelly's firm ended unfortunately in 1889 when the publication of several novels by the French writer Émile Zola brought Henry to the Criminal Court. He was condemned under the Obscene Libel Act to three months in prison.

From the guide to the Vizetelly and Company (1850-1855) letters and documents, 1785-1854, 1838-1854, (Getty Research Institute)