Dickens Collection

A posthumous portrait of Dickens and his characters; Dickenss Dream, 1875 (oil on canvas)
3071349 A posthumous portrait of Dickens and his characters; Dickenss Dream, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Buss, Robert William (1804-75); 70x89 cm; Charles Dickens Museum, London

Dickens Centenary Stamp, 1912. Artist: Stephen Reid
Dickens Centenary Stamp, 1912. The Charles Dickens (1812-1870) centenary was celebrated in 1912, a committee was established to collect funds for the benefit of the descendants of the great writer

CHARLES DICKENS (1812-1870). English novelist. Dickens Dream. Unfinished oil painting by Robert William Buss, 1870s

Dickens / Empty Chair
HIS HOME AT GADSHILL His desk and empty chair after his death, dated 9 June 1870

Oliver Twist meeting the Artful dodger in the streets Date: First published: 1836-37

Dickens Dream, 1875. Creator: Buss, Robert William (1804-1875)
Dickens Dream, 1875. Found in the collection of Charles Dickens Museum, London

DICKENS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim. Illustration by Harold Cropping from a 1920 edition of Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol

In the Days of Dickens by Cecil Aldin
A coach and horses laden with jovial travellers looking very much like the Pickwick Club drive into a village to stop by a handsome looking coaching inn

Folly Ditch, Jacobs Island, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Folly Ditch, Jacobs Island, (c1878). Jacobs Island, a notorious slum on the south bank of the River Thames in Bermondsey, London, was made famous in Charles Dickenss novel Oliver Twist

Charles Dickens in his study at Gadshill. Charles Dickens, full-length portrait, seated at desk, facing left, in his study at Gads Hill Place. Date c1875

Bill Sykes (Barnard)
Bill Sykes sits at a table with a bottle of booze while his dog Bullseye cowers against the wall, afraid of being hit

Dickens & his Creations
Charles Dickens Writer

Scrooge Sees Marley Face
Scrooge is startled to see Marleys face on his door, instead of the knocker

Scrooge and Marley Ghost
Scrooge receives a visit from the ghost of Jacob Marley, his former business partner

Dickensian Party
Mrs Fezziwigs Ball - shown to Scrooge by the Ghost of Christmas Past

Bob Cratchit & Tiny Tim
Happy at the prospect of a hearty Christmas dinner, due to the generosity of the reformed Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit carries his son Tiny Tim on his shoulder!

Charles Dickens / Bibby s
Charles Dickens Writer

Oliver Twist / Title Page
Title page

Dickens / Christmas Carol
Scrooge receives a visit from the ghost of Jacob Marley, his former business partner

Charles Dickens
CHARLES DICKENS English writer, at his writing desk, circa 1860

Scene from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, 1843. Artist: John Leech
Scene from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, 1843. The irascible, curmudgeonly Ebenezer Scrooge, sitting alone on Christmas Eve, is visited by the ghost of Marley, his late business partner

Mr Micawber makes Punch - David Copperfield, Charles Dickens Date: circa 1910s

Old Curiosity Shop
THE OLD CURIOSITY SHOP A view of the original shop on Portsmouth Street, London, immortalised by Charles Dickens in his novel of the same name

Cover design, The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens
Cover design for the first instalment of The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club, by Charles Dickens. 1836

Mr Fezziwigs Ball, illustration by John Leech for A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens( London)
Mr Fezziwigs Ball, illustration by John Leech for A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens( London, 1843). This novella was the earliest and most popular of Dickens Christmas stories

DICKENS: DAVID COPPERFIELD. A happy family scene at the Micawbers: engraving, 19th century, for Charles Dickens " David Copperfield."

DICKENS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Marleys Ghost appears to Scrooge: illustration by Arthur Rackham for Charles Dickens A
DICKENS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Marleys Ghost appears to Scrooge: illustration by Arthur Rackham for Charles Dickens " A Christmas Carol."

Bayham Street, Camden, London (Dickens)
16 (now 161) Bayham Street, Camden, London - home to John Dickens and his family, who moved here from Chatham in 1823. Also the residence of Mr Micawber

Mr Bumble with Oliver
Stern Mr. Bumble holds the hand of apprehensive young Oliver Twist, as they walk away from the workhouse

Pip & Miss Havisham
Pip and Miss Havisham

I Make Myself Known to My Aunt. Etching from David Copperfield, c1840-1880, (1923). Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
I Make Myself Known to My Aunt. Etching from David Copperfield, 1840-1880, (1923). David Copperfield is the eighth novel by Charles Dickens

Poster advertising David Copperfield, French edition
Poster advertising a French translation of David Copperfield by Charles Dickens. David is depicted in Mr Brownlows garden

Captain Collins of Brighton, with his family
Captain Fred Collins of Brighton, who ran three pleasure boats called the Skylark and was a familiar figure on Brighton Beach for sixty years

Charles Dickens, by Andre Gill, 1868
Engraved caricature of Charles Dickens (1812-1870), the English writer, produced by the French artist, Andre Gill, first published in 1868

Scrooge at his Desk
Old Scrooge sat busy in his counting house

Scrooge Sees Grave
The Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come shows Scrooge his gravestone

Bleak House, Broadstairs, Kent, England. This building has great literary associations, for it was here that Charles Dickens lived and wrote " David Copperfield" etc

GREAT EXPECTATIONS. Wood engraving from a 19th-century American edition of Charles Dickens Great Expectations

Pickwick Papers, Who are you, you rascal? said the captain, administering
Pickwick Papers, " Who are you, you rascal?" said the captain, administering several pokes to Mr. Pickwicks body with the thick stick. " Whats your name?"

Dickens / Christmas Carol
Mr Fezziwig invites Mrs Fezziwig to dance Date: First published: 1843-44

Dickens / D. Copperfield
David arrives at the home of his aunt, Betsy Trotwood

Mr Pickwick Addresses
Mr Pickwick addresses the Club

Gads Hill House
The fine red brick house at Gads Hill, near Rochester, Kent. It was here that Charles Dickens died on 9 June 1870, while writing his novel " Edwin Drood"

Astleys Amphitheatre
Philip Astleys amphitheatre, Westminster Bridge Road, London : loved by Dickens, this was also the scene of clowns such as Grimaldi, and popular melodrama

The Morning Lady Dedlock is found dead by the gates of the cemetery in which Captain Hawdon lies buried

Dickens Cartoon 1867
CHARLES DICKENS " Au Revoir" - Dickens is bidden farewell to by some of the characters from his novels

Pickwick / Samuel Weller
The first appearance of Mr Samuel Weller

Mr Pickwick Raises Toast
Mr Pickwick raises a toast

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"Dickens: A Tale of Literary Brilliance and Enduring Legacy" Charles Dickens, the renowned English novelist, left an indelible mark on literature with his captivating storytelling. In the 1870s, artist Robert William Buss attempted to capture the essence of "Dickens Dream" in an unfinished oil painting. This artwork serves as a testament to Dickens' imaginative genius that continues to inspire readers even today. Another poignant image associated with the iconic "Empty Chair. " Symbolizing his absence after his passing in 1870, this chair represents a void left behind by a literary giant whose words still resonate across generations. One cannot discuss Charles Dickens without mentioning some of his unforgettable characters. From Oliver Twist meeting the mischievous Artful Dodger to Bill Sykes portrayed chillingly by Barnard, these figures have become ingrained in our cultural consciousness. A notable work that showcases both Dickens' social commentary and heartwarming themes is "A Christmas Carol. " Illustrated by Harold Cropping in a 1920 edition, it depicts Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim embodying compassion and redemption amidst Victorian London's harsh realities. Exploring darker corners of society was also characteristic of Dickens' writing. The mysterious Folly Ditch at Jacobs Island provides insight into the author's fascination with hidden worlds and societal injustices prevalent during his time. In addition to immortalizing memorable characters and settings, Charles Dickens himself became synonymous with his creations. His influence extended beyond literature; he became an icon representing resilience against adversity and championing social reform. Even today, we can witness how deeply embedded Dickens remains within popular culture. Whether through Bibby's depiction or Cecil Aldin's evocative illustrations in "In the Days of Dickens, " these artistic interpretations continue to bring life to his timeless stories. Finally, one cannot forget Scrooge's transformative encounter when he sees Marley's ghostly face—a pivotal moment illustrating redemption and the power of self-reflection.