Alfred Tennyson Collection

I am half sick of shadows, c1911. Artist: John William Waterhouse
I am half sick of shadows, c1911. Illustration of Tennysons poem of the Arthurian legend, showing the Lady of Shalott bored with her weaving

Mr Tennyson, Reading In Memoriam to his Sovereign, 1904. Artist: Max Beerbohm
Mr Tennyson, Reading In Memoriam to his Sovereign, 1904. Illustration from The Poets Corner, by Max Beerbohm, (London, 1904)

Illustration for the poem Mariana by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1875 (albumen
XJF438478 Illustration for the poem Mariana by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1875 (albumen print) by Cameron, Julia Margaret (1815-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred)

Illustration for the poem Maud by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1865 (albumen print)
XJF438475 Illustration for the poem Maud by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1865 (albumen print) by Cameron, Julia Margaret (1815-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809-92)

The Lady of Shalott Looking at Lancelot, 1894, (c1930). Creator: John William Waterhouse
The Lady of Shalott Looking at Lancelot, 1894, (c1930). Illustration to Tennysons poem, " The Lady of Shalott" : the Lady sees bold Sir Launcelot in her mirror: she goes to the window

Vivien and Merlin, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Vivien and Merlin, 1874

O Hark! O Hear!, illustration to The Princess by Alfred, Lord Tennyson
XJF438467 O Hark! O Hear!, illustration to The Princess by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1875 (albumen print) by Cameron, Julia Margaret (1815-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

Engraved portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson
3077832 Engraved portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson; (add.info.: Engraved portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson (1809-1892) Poet Laureate of Great Britain and Ireland

Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson, 1809 to 1892. Also known as Alfred, Lord Tennyson
2915230 Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson, 1809 to 1892. Also known as Alfred, Lord Tennyson, Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom

Tennyson, Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron (1809-1892). Photo engraving after a photo by Elliot. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona
CUL4867337 Tennyson, Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron (1809-1892). Photo engraving after a photo by Elliot. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona

Poetry: The Lord of Burleigh (coloured engraving)
8650494 Poetry: The Lord of Burleigh (coloured engraving) by Lawson, John (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lord of Burleigh)

"Scene from Tennyson's 'Dora'", by A. H. Burr, 1864. Creator: W Thomas
"Scene from Tennyson's 'Dora'", by A. H. Burr, 1864. Engraving of a painting. The '...reconciliation scene...We remember nothing finer in the whole exhibition than that

Alfred Tennyson, the Poet Laureate, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Alfred Tennyson, the Poet Laureate, 1864. Engraving of the English poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809-1892) from a photograph '...by W. Jeffrey, of Great Russell-street; published by Messrs

Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. London stage production. The Laureate has been careful to depict the more human relations

Lord Tennyson's Home At Freshwater, Printed 1880 circa. Creator: Henry Herschel Hay Cameron
Lord Tennyson's Home At Freshwater, Printed 1880 circa

Elaine, 1897. Creator: Henry Wolf
Elaine, 1897

The International Exhibition: The Lady Godiva Ribbon, by J. Ratliff and Son, of Coventry, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: The Lady Godiva Ribbon, by J. Ratliff and Son, of Coventry, 1862. This work consists of a passage from Tennyson's poem "Godiva" illuminated in a masterly

Gareth and Lynette, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Gareth and Lynette, 1874. A bearded man (Andrew Hichens) poses as Gareth reclining with head cast down and eyes closed. A woman (May Prinsep Hichens), poses as Lynette

Sir Galahad and the Pale Nun, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Sir Galahad and the Pale Nun, 1874. A photographic illustration to Alfred Tennysons " Idylls of the King" ; a series of narrative poems based on the legends of King Arthur

The Passing of King Arthur, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
The Passing of King Arthur, 1874. A melodramatic depiction of Arthurs death scene. A bearded man (William Warder) in profile

King Arthur, September 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
King Arthur, September 1874. A photograph of the torso and head in profile of a bearded and long-haired knight (William Warder) with helmet and chainmail gripping a sword

The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Battle of Balaclava: The Charge of the Light Brigade, 1854, (1901)
The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Battle of Balaclava: The Charge of the Light Brigade, October 25, 1854, (1901). Disastrous British cavalry charge, immortalised in Tennysons poem

Alfred, Lord Tennyson (drawing)
1731151 Alfred, Lord Tennyson (drawing) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson FRS (6 August 1809 - 6 October 1892) was an English poet

Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1888, printed c. 1893. Creator: Henry Herschel Hay Cameron
Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1888, printed c. 1893. Photogravure, plate 5 from the album " Lord Tennyson and his Friends" (1893); edition 138/140

Lady Tennyson, c. 1893. Creator: Henry Herschel Hay Cameron
Lady Tennyson, c. 1893. [Portrait of Emily Tennyson, wife of British poet laureate Alfred, Lord Tennyson]. Photogravure, plate 7 from the album " Lord Tennyson and his Friends" (1893)

Alfred, Lord Tennyson, c. 1893. Creator: Henry Herschel Hay Cameron
Alfred, Lord Tennyson, c. 1893. Photogravure, plate 2 from the album " Lord Tennyson and his Friends" (1893); edition 138/140

King Arthur, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
King Arthur, 1874. A work made of albumen print

Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1869, printed 1875. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1869, printed 1875. A work made of carbon print

Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1866, printed c. 1893. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1866, printed c. 1893. A work made of photogravure, plate 4 from the album " Lord Tennyson and his friends" (1893); edition 138/140

The Dirty Monk, Alfred Tennyson, 1865. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
The Dirty Monk, Alfred Tennyson, 1865. A work made of albumen print

Have we not Heard the Bridegroom is so Sweet, August 1874. A work made of albumen print

Lord Tennyson, 1867, printed October 1890. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Lord Tennyson, 1867, printed October 1890. A work made of photogravure, from " sun artists, number 5" (1890)

Alfred, Lord Tennyson (Dirty Monk), 1865, printed c. 1893. A work made of photogravure, plate 3 from the album " Lord Tennyson and his friends" (1893); edition 138/140

The Dead Man of Bethany (engraving)
5219201 The Dead Man of Bethany (engraving) by Armstead, Henry Hugh (1828-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dead Man of Bethany)

Portrait of Alfred, Lord Tennyson (engraving)
819832 Portrait of Alfred, Lord Tennyson (engraving) by Watts, George Frederick (1817-1904) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson, Baron Tennyson, British poet)

Illustration for Vivien by Alfred Tennyson (engraving)
729596 Illustration for Vivien by Alfred Tennyson (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Vivien by Alfred Tennyson (Edward Moxon)

Alfred Tennyson (engraving)
3099785 Alfred Tennyson (engraving) by Waddy, Frederick (1848-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson. Illustration for Cartoon Portraits and Biographical Sketches of Men of the Day)

King Arthur and Guinevere, 1884-1911 (vellum over painted paper; morocco)
1195359 King Arthur and Guinevere, 1884-1911 (vellum over painted paper; morocco) by English School; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Maquette for Alfred, Lord Tennyson seated at Trinity College, Cambridge, c. 1909 (plaster)
861161 Maquette for Alfred, Lord Tennyson seated at Trinity College, Cambridge, c.1909 (plaster) by Thornycroft, William Hamo (1850-1925)

Alfred Tennyson (engraving)
670830 Alfred Tennyson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson. Illustration from Great Men and Famous Women edited by Charles Horne)

Alfred, Lord Tennyson (engraving)
964446 Alfred, Lord Tennyson (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson, Baron Tennyson)

Thomas Hood, Lord Macaulay, Alfred Tennyson, Lord Lytton, Henry W Longfellow (engraving)
960796 Thomas Hood, Lord Macaulay, Alfred Tennyson, Lord Lytton, Henry W Longfellow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Hood, Lord Macaulay)

Elaine (gravure)
671907 Elaine (gravure) by Rosenthal, Toby (Tobias) Edward (1848-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elaine. Illustration for Character Sketches of Romance)

Alfred Tennyson, The Poet Laureate, 22 July 1871, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
611800 Alfred Tennyson, The Poet Laureate, 22 July 1871, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by Pellegrini, Carlo (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson, The Poet Laureate)

British propaganda postcard, a bulldog holding the Union Jack with words by Tennyson (colour litho)
6031685 British propaganda postcard, a bulldog holding the Union Jack with words by Tennyson (colour litho) by English School

Lord Tennyson (litho)
1622645 Lord Tennyson (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Tennyson. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 January 1884)

Portrait of Alfred, Lord Tennyson (b / w photo)
STC135827 Portrait of Alfred, Lord Tennyson (b/w photo) by Cameron, Julia Margaret (1815-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson (6 August 1809 - 6 October 1892)

Alfred Tennyson (engraving)
1056938 Alfred Tennyson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson. Illustration for The Graphic)

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Alfred Tennyson, the renowned poet of the Victorian era, continues to captivate us with his timeless works. His words have the power to transport us to ethereal realms and evoke deep emotions. In John William Waterhouse's painting "I am half sick of shadows, " we witness Tennyson's influence as he inspires artists across generations. In Max Beerbohm's depiction of Mr. Tennyson reading "In Memoriam" to his sovereign, we glimpse the poet's profound connection with royalty and society, and is a testament to his ability to touch hearts and minds alike. Tennyson's poem "Mariana" finds visual representation in an albumen print from 1865, illustrating the desolation felt by its protagonist. The melancholic atmosphere mirrors Tennyson's exploration of isolation and longing. John William Waterhouse brings another one of Tennyson's poems to life in "The Lady of Shalott Looking at Lancelot. " The artist captures both beauty and tragedy as he portrays this iconic scene from Arthurian legend. Julia Margaret Cameron delves into Arthurian tales further with her captivating photograph titled "Vivien and Merlin. " Through her lens, she immortalizes their complex relationship, echoing Tennyson’s portrayal in his writings. "The Princess, " one of Tennyson’s notable works, receives artistic interpretation in an illustration titled "O Hark. O Hear. " This visual accompaniment enhances our understanding of the narrative while showcasing the enduring appeal of Tennysonian themes. Julia Margaret Cameron returns once more with her evocative photograph series featuring characters from Arthurian legends: Gareth and Lynette, Sir Galahad and the Pale Nun. These images breathe life into these mythical figures while paying homage to their creator – Alfred Lord Tennyson himself. As we delve deeper into history through a depiction like “The Crimean War: The Battle of Balaclava.