Caldecott Collection

Fox Hunting the Chase
Hunters over a fence

CHURCH CHOIR, 1875. Illustration by Randolph Caldecott for an 1875 edition of Old Christmas
CHURCH CHOIR, 1875. Illustration by Randolph Caldecott for an 1875 edition of " Old Christmas, " by Washington Irving

Scenes from a Victorian Summer, 1878, (1942). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Scenes from a Victorian Summer, 1878, (1942). Page layout with illustrations and indications of the placement of text. Design for the Summer Number of " The Graphic" [newspaper], 1878

The Farmers Boy with chickens and ducks, c1881. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Farmers Boy with chickens and ducks, c1881. When I was a farmer, a Farmers Boy, I used to keep my masters ducks. From " The Farmers Boy" written and illustrated by Randolph Caldecott

The Farmers Boy with his masters dogs, c1881. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Farmers Boy with his masters dogs, c1881. When I was a farmer, a Farmers Boy, I used to keep my masters dogs. The Farmers Boy, wearing a smock

The Maid was in the Garden, Hanging out the Clothes, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Maid was in the Garden, Hanging out the Clothes, 1880. From " Sing a Song of Sixpence", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

The Knave of Hearts and the Queen of Hearts, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Knave of Hearts and the Queen of Hearts, 1880. From " The Queen of Hearts", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

The Knave of Hearts, Brought back those Tarts, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Knave of Hearts, Brought back those Tarts, 1880. From " The Queen of Hearts", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

With Lippes as Cold as any Stone, They Kist The Children Small, c1878. Creator
With Lippes as Cold as any Stone, They Kist The Children Small, c1878. The dying parents give the Babes a farewell kiss as their uncle feigns grief

Now, Brother, said the dying man, Look To My Children Deare, c1878. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Now, Brother, said the dying man, Look To My Children Deare, c1878. The Babes dying father entreats his brother to care for his children

The Bird Trap, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Bird Trap, mid-late 19th century. Winter farmyard scene, a man and child are trapping birds in a snowy field

The Queen of Hearts, She made some Tarts, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Queen of Hearts, She made some Tarts, 1880. From " The Queen of Hearts", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

the Picninnies, and the Joblillies, and the Garyulies... c1885, (1934). Creator
the Picninnies, and the Joblillies, and the Garyulies... c1885, (1934). and she very imprudently married the Barber: and there were present the Picninnies, and the Joblillies, and the Garyulies

John Gilpin is found by the postboy from the Bell Inn, 1878, (c1918). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
John Gilpin is found by the postboy from the Bell Inn, 1878, (c1918). The youth tries to grab hold of Gilpins horses bridle, and frightens it even more

John Gilpin gallops through a village, 1878, (c1918). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
John Gilpin gallops through a village, 1878, (c1918). John Gilpin, with wine bottles attached to his belt, clings on as his horse tears down the road chased by dogs and scattering geese

The House That Jack Built, (pen and brush and black and brown ink and watercolour)
827410 The House That Jack Built, (pen and brush and black and brown ink and watercolour) by Caldecott, Randolph (1846-86); 21.9x18.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The House That Jack Built)

FEEDING THE FOWLS 1887
Children feeding cocks and hens Date: 1887

South Oxfordshire OX14 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Oxfordshire OX14 5

Wellingborough NN9 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wellingborough NN9 6

Harborough LE16 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Harborough LE16 8

The Farmers Boy plays his pipe as the lambs dance around his shepherds crook, c1881. When I was a farmer, a Farmers Boy, I used to keep my masters lambs

The Farmers Boy watering horses, c1881. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Farmers Boy watering horses, c1881. When I was a farmer, a Farmers Boy, I used to keep my masters horses. From " The Farmers Boy" written and illustrated by Randolph Caldecott

The Farmer who sowed the corn, c1878. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Farmer who sowed the corn, c1878. This is the Farmer who sowed the corn, That fed the Cock that crowed in the morn. From " The House that Jack Built" written

You must seek a Wife with a Fortune!, c1880, (1888). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
A Lady said to her Son - a poor young Squire: " You must seek a Wife with a Fortune!", c1880, (1888). Frontispiece to " The Milkmaid

Bath time, c1881. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Bath time, c1881. When I was a farmer, a Farmers Boy, I used to keep my masters children. The Farmers Boy, wearing a bonnet and apron, baths his employers children

Two young lovers in a lane, c1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Two young lovers in a lane, c1880. They hunted, an they hollo d, an the next thing they did find, Was two young lovers in a lane, an these they left behind

Where are you going, my Pretty Maid, c1882. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Where are you going, my Pretty Maid, c1882. Where are you going, my pretty maid? I m going a milking, sir, she said. May I go with you, my pretty maid? You re kindly welcome, sir, she said

and they all fell to playing the game of catch-as-catch-can... c1885, (1934). From " The Panjandrum Picture Book", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [Frederick Warne, London, 1934]

Fathers gone a hunting, c1880. Creator: Edmund Evans
Fathers gone a hunting, c1880. Scene from the childrens nursery rhyme: Bye, Baby Bunting, Fathers gone a hunting, Gone to fetch a Rabbit-skin To wrap the Baby Bunting in

Some loitered on the way, c1885, (1934). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Some walked and some did run. Some loitered on the way, And bound themselves, by kisses twelve, To meet the next Holiday, c1885, (1934)

So she went into the garden, c1885, (1934). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
So she went into the garden, c1885, (1934). So she went into the garden to cut a cabbage-leaf to make an apple-pie. From " The Panjandrum Picture Book", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott

The good man of Islington setting out to church, c1879. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The good man of Islington setting out to church, c1879. In Islington there lived a man, Of whom the world might say, That still a godly race he ran, Whene er he went to pray

the next thing they did find, Was a gruntin, grindin grindle-stone... 1880
They hunted, an they hollo d, an the next thing they did find, Was a gruntin, grindin grindle-stone, an that they left behind, 1880. The hunstmen find a millstone

She never slumber d in her pew, c1885, (1934). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
She never slumber d in her pew, c1885, (1934). At church, in silks and satins new, With hoop of monstrous size, She never slumber d in her pew, But when she shut her eyes

Neighbours dressing the good man of Islingtons bite, c1879. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Neighbours dressing the good man of Islingtons bite, c1879. The wound it seem d both sore and sad To every christian eye; And while they swore the dog was mad, They swore the man would die

Customer in a pawn shop, c1885, (1934). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Customer in a pawn shop, c1885, (1934). Scene from Oliver Goldsmiths poem " An Elegy on the Glory of Her Sex, Mrs. Mary Blaize", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott

Walking to Mouseys Hall, c1883. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Walking to Mouseys Hall, c1883. Frog and rat on the way to see Mrs Mousey. From " A Frog He Would A-Wooing Go", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [London, c1883]

This huntin doesn t pay, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Then one unto the other said, " This huntin doesn t pay; But we n powler t up an down a bit, an had a rattlin day.", 1880

Bye, Baby Bunting, 1882. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Bye, Baby Bunting, 1882. Scene from the childrens nursery rhyme: Bye, Baby Bunting, Fathers gone a hunting, Gone to fetch a Rabbit-skin To wrap the Baby Bunting in

The King was in his counting-house, Counting out his Money, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The King was in his counting-house, Counting out his Money, 1880. From " Sing a Song of Sixpence", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

The Maid and the Jenny Wren, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Maid and the Jenny Wren, 1880. From " Sing a Song of Sixpence", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

People outside a pawn shop, c1885, (1934). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
People outside a pawn shop, c1885, (1934). Scene from Oliver Goldsmiths poem " An Elegy on the Glory of Her Sex, Mrs. Mary Blaize", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott

The rat ate the malt... c1878. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The rat ate the malt... c1878. From " The House that Jack Built", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [London, c1878]

When the Pie was opened, The Birds began to sing, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
When the Pie was opened, The Birds began to sing, 1880. From " Sing a Song of Sixpence", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

The King of Hearts, Called for those Tarts, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The King of Hearts, Called for those Tarts, 1880. From " The Queen of Hearts", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

Horn-blowers wearing playing cards, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Horn-blowers wearing playing cards, 1880. From " The Queen of Hearts", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

The Knave of Hearts, He stole those Tarts 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Knave of Hearts, He stole those Tarts 1880. From " The Queen of Hearts", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

The great Panjandrum himself, c1885, (1934). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The great Panjandrum himself, c1885, (1934)....and the great Panjandrum himself, with the little round button at the top. From " The Panjandrum Picture Book"

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Step into the enchanting world of Randolph Caldecott, a renowned illustrator whose timeless creations continue to captivate audiences. With his exquisite attention to detail and masterful storytelling ability, Caldecott brings to life scenes from a bygone era. In "Fox Hunting the Chase, " we are transported to the thrilling pursuit of a fox through lush countryside. The energy and excitement leap off the page, as if we too are riding alongside these daring hunters. "Scenes from a Victorian Summer, 1878" transports us back in time, immersing us in the joys and leisurely pursuits of days gone by. Through Caldecott's artistry, we can almost feel the warmth of sun-kissed afternoons and hear the laughter echoing across idyllic landscapes. In "CHURCH CHOIR, 1875, " Caldecott captures both reverence and harmony as he illustrates an edition of Old Christmas. His delicate strokes bring each choir member to life, their voices seemingly resonating from within this captivating scene. "BABES IN WOOD" invites us into a tale filled with innocence and adventure. Caldecott's portrayal evokes both tenderness and suspense as children find solace amidst nature's embrace. With "The Farmers Boy with chickens and ducks, " we witness rural charm at its finest. From mischievous animals to hardworking farmers, every element is meticulously crafted by Caldecott's skilled hand. "The Maid was in the Garden Hanging out Clothes" transports us to simpler times when daily chores were embraced with joyous spirit. This whimsical illustration showcases not only domesticity but also celebrates nature's beauty that surrounds our everyday lives. Enter Wonderland with "The Knave of Hearts. " In this delightful creation, Caldecott breathes new life into Lewis Carroll's beloved characters through vibrant colors and playful expressions that will surely leave you grinning like Cheshire himself.