Charles Robert Leslie Collection

Jane Austen, c1789, (1919). After a painting previously attributed to John Zoffany. Recent analysis suggests that this work shows Jane Austen (1775-1817) at the age of 13

"Children Playing at Horses", by C. R. Leslie, in the late International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: W Thomas
"Children Playing at Horses", by C. R. Leslie, in the late International Exhibition, 1862. 'We cannot seize and confine in words the delicate aroma of natural truth

"Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme", by the late C. R. Leslie...South Kensington Museum, 1864. Creator: W Thomas
"Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme", by the late C. R. Leslie, R.A., in the Sheepshanks Collection, South Kensington Museum, 1864. Engraving of a painting

'Uncle Toby and the Widow Wadman'; after C.R.Leslie, R.A. C.1830, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'Uncle Toby and the Widow Wadman'; after C.R.Leslie, R.A. C.1830, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Scene from A Winter's Tale, n.d. Creator: Charles Robert Leslie
Scene from A Winter's Tale, n.d

James William Wallack, 1835 / 40. Creator: Charles Robert Leslie
James William Wallack, 1835/40

Benediction Interrupted, (pencil and watecolour on card laid on board)
823418 Benediction Interrupted, (pencil and watecolour on card laid on board) by Leslie, Charles Robert (1794-1859); 76.2x64.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Benediction Interrupted)

Autolycus (colour litho)
668544 Autolycus (colour litho) by Leslie, Charles Robert (1794-1859); Private Collection; (add.info.: Autolycus, from a painting by C R Leslie, RA)

Gipseying Party, ca. 1830. Creator: Asher Brown Durand
Gipseying Party, ca. 1830

The Last Throw, ca. 1840. Creator: Charles Robert Leslie
The Last Throw, ca. 1840

Sir Robert Peel, Bart. 1838, (1919). After a painting in the National Portrait Gallery, London. Peel (1788-1850) was Conservative Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1834-1835 and 1841-1846

Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Queen Consort of George III, 1761-1762, (1919). After a painting in the National Portrait Gallery, London

John Wilkes, c1769, (1919). English journalist and radical MP John Wilkes (1762-1763). On several occasions the London mob rose in his support and the streets resounded to cries of Wilkes

Horace Walpole, Fourth Earl of Orford, (1919). Horatio Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford (1717-1797), also known as Horace Walpole, was an English art historian, man of letters

Henry Fielding, (1919). Fielding (1707-1754) was an English novelist and dramatist. From an engraving after the pen-and-ink sketch by William Hogarth

John Evelyn, c1687, (c1818), (1911). Artist: Thomas Bragg
John Evelyn, c1687, (c1818), (1911). Diarist and virtuoso John Evelyn (1620-1706) depicted c1687 in an engraving after a painting. Illustration from Historical Portraits 1600-1700

Robert Cecil, First Earl of Salisbury, early 17th century, (1911). Artist: Renold Elstrack
Robert Cecil, First Earl of Salisbury, early 17th century, (1911). English statesman Robert Cecil (1563-1612) succeeded his father as an advisor to Elizabeth I

Sir Christopher Hatton, (1909). Hatton (1540-1591) was Lord Chancellor of England. From a portrait in the possession of the Earl of Winchilsea and Nottingham. Illustration from Historical Portraits

Bishop Fisher, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Bishop Fisher, (1909). Saint John Fisher, English Catholic bishop, cardinal and martyr (1469-1535), protested against King Henry VIIIs intention to divorce Catherine of Aragon

Humphry Duke of Gloucester, (1909). Artist: Jacques Leboucq
Humphry Duke of Gloucester, (1909). Humphrey Duke of Gloucester (1391-1447), the first notable patron of Englands humanists, was the fourth son of King Henry IV of England by his first wife

William Shakespeare, (1909). Shakespeare (1564-1616) is widely regarded as the greatest writer of the English language. From the Bust at Stratford-on-Avon. Illustration from Historical Portraits

Cardinal Wolsey, (1909). Artist: Jacques Leboucq
Cardinal Wolsey, (1909). Wolsey (c1475-1530), was an English statesman and a cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. He was Henry VIIIs most important government minister

James IV, King of Scotland, (1909). Artist: Jacques Leboucq
James IV, King of Scotland, (1909). King James IV (1473-1513). From the drawing attributed to Jacques le Boucq of Artois in the Library of the town of Arras. Illustration from Historical Portraits

Cardinal Beaufort, (1909). Medieval English clergyman Henry Beaufort (c1375-1447) was Bishop of Lincoln and of Winchester, and later a cardinal

William IV, c1831, (1919). Artist: FC Lewis
William IV, c1831, (1919). After a painting in the National Portrait Gallery, London. King William IV (1765-1837) who came to the throne in 1830

George Frederick Handel, c1720, (1919)
George Frederick Handel, (1919). German baroque composer Handel (1685-1759) lived much of his life in England, where he composed his masterpiece, Messiah

John Digby, First Earl of Bristol, early 17th century, (1911). Artist: Renold Elstrack
John Digby, First Earl of Bristol, early 17th century, (1911). Digby (1580-1653) was an English diplomat, and a royalist during the English Civil War

Edmund Bonner, (1909). Bonner (c1500-1569) was Bishop of London, and became notorious as Bloody Bonner for his role in the persecution of heretics under the Catholic government of Mary I of England

Richard III, (1909). Richard (1452-1485) was King of England from 1483 until his death and the last king from the House of York

Queen Katherine (King Henry VIII), c1870. Artist: Charles W Sharpe
Queen Katherine (King Henry VIII), c1870. From The Works of Shakspere, by Charles Knight. [Virtue & Co. Limited, London, c1870]

Autolycus (The Winters Tale), c1870. From The Works of Shakspere, by Charles Knight. [Virtue & Co. Limited, London, c1870]

Falstaff and his Friends (The Merry Wives of Windsor), c1870. Artist: W Greatbatch
Falstaff and his Friends (The Merry Wives of Windsor), c1870. From The Works of Shakspere, by Charles Knight. [Virtue & Co. Limited, London, c1870]

Queen Victorias Coronation, 1838. Artist: Samuel Cousins
Scene of Queen Victoria receiving the Sacrament at her coronation in Westminster Abbey, London, 1838

Queen Victoria in her Coronation Robe, 1838. Artist: Charles Robert Leslie
Queen Victoria in her Coronation Robe, 1838. Victoria (1819-1901) succeeded her uncle, William IV, to the throne in 1837

A Scene from Tristram Shandy (?Uncle Toby and the Widow Wadman?), 1829?30, (c1915). Artist: Charles Robert Leslie
A Scene from Tristram Shandy (?Uncle Toby and the Widow Wadman?), 1829-30, (c1915). Held by the Tate, London. From Famous Pictures of the World, c1900

Queen Victoria in the Coronation robes, 1838 (1906). Artist: Charles Robert Leslie
Queen Victoria in the Coronation robes, 1838 (1906). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. V. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1906]

Elizabeth Fry, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
Elizabeth Fry. From the painting by Charles Robert Leslie R. A. at the National Portrait Gallery. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas

Lady Jane Greys Reluctance to Accept the Crown, (19th century). Artist: Herbert Bourne
Lady Jane Greys Reluctance to Accept the Crown, (19th century). Lady Jane Grey, (1537-1554), was Queen regnant of the Kingdom of England for nine days in 1553

The christening of the Princess Royal, 1841, (1900). Queen Victorias daughter, Victoria, Princess Royal (1840-1901), is baptised in a Christian ceremony in the Throne Room at Buckingham Palace

Petruchio, 1891. A character from The Taming of the Shrew. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Katharine, 1891. A character from The Taming of the Shrew. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Florizel and Perdita, 1891. The lovers from The Winters Tale. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Falstaff, 1891. Sir John Falstaff, a character from Henry IV Parts I and II, and The Merry Wives of Windsor. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott

Queen Victoria receiving the Sacrament at her Coronation, 28 June 1838, (1900). In 1837 Queen Victoria took the throne after the death of her uncle William IV

Elizabeth Fry, 1844. Artist: J Cochran
Elizabeth Fry, 1844. Elizabeth Fry was a Quaker minister and prison reformer, who was also famous for introducing more humane conditions for the voyage of convicts to New South Wales

Lady before a piano, Johannes de Mare, Charles Robert Leslie, 1816 - 1889

Slender, with the Assistance of Shallow, Courting Anne Page, from The Merry
Slender, with the Assistance of Shallow, Courting Anne Page, from " The Merry Wives of Windsor, " Act III, Scene iv Slender, with the assistance of Shallow, courting Anne Page

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Charles Robert Leslie was a renowned British artist who lived from 1794 to 1859. He was known for his exceptional talent in capturing the essence of historical figures and scenes, as well as his ability to bring characters from literature to life on canvas. Born during the time when Jane Austen was just beginning her writing career, Leslie's artistic journey would intersect with some of the most influential personalities of his era. In 1835 or 1840, he created a portrait of James William Wallack, an esteemed actor who graced both the London and New York stages. Leslie's versatility extended beyond portraiture; he also excelled in depicting captivating narratives through various mediums. "Benediction Interrupted, " a stunning piece rendered in pencil and watercolor on card laid on board, showcases his mastery in storytelling through art. Another notable work by Leslie is "Autolycus, " a vibrant color lithograph that captures the spirit and energy of its subject. This lively portrayal demonstrates Leslie's skillful use of color and composition to convey movement and personality. In "Gipseying Party, " created around 1830, Leslie collaborated with Asher Brown Durand to depict a joyous gathering immersed in nature's beauty. The painting reflects their shared passion for capturing idyllic moments infused with warmth and serenity. "The Last Throw" is another masterpiece by Charles Robert Leslie that exemplifies his ability to create dramatic tension within a single frame. Painted around 1840, this artwork transports viewers into an intense gambling scene where emotions run high. Leslie also ventured into portraying prominent historical figures like Sir Robert Peel, Bart. , whose portrait he painted in 1838. His attention to detail brings out Peel's distinguished features while hinting at the statesman's significant impact on British politics during that time.