John Lingard of Pentonville
John Lingard of Pentonville (24 February 1768—March 1845) was an English author and expert in the field of dry rot. His most notable works include A Philosophic and Practical Inquiry into the Nature and Constitution of Timber (1820) and A comparative view of the beauty, durability and economy of the invulnerable oil paint (1825). As well as being an expert in the field of dry rot, Lingard was also a keen publisher, producing a detailed map of the area of London covering 32sq miles from St Paul’s Cathedral.
Biography
Born in Aldermanbury, London on 24 February 1768 to parents John and Ann, he was baptized in the Church of St Mary the Virgin on 27 March of the same year. At the age of 23 he married Sarah Hall (1772–1824) in the church of St George Hanover Square, 5 August 1791. Living on Cumming Street until Sarahs death in 1824. She was buried at St James's Church, Pentonville, on 25 November.
Between 8 Aug 1792 and 24 Apr 1800 John Lingard fathered 4 children with his wife Sarah.
John James Hood Lingard (8 Aug 1792–1868) Master of H.M.S. Brazen
Sarah Sophia Lingard (24 March 1794 – 1871) Wife of English Engraver John Le Keux
William Henry Lingard (1796—Unknown)
Lucy Lingard (Apr 1800 – Apr 1864) Wife of Naval Lieutenant Joseph Ray
After the death of his wife, John Lingard moved to new premises at 3 Ave Maria Lane where he lived until his death in the last Quarter of 1845.