Dumaurier Collection

ATTENDING CHURCH, 1872. At the Church-Gate. English cartoon by George Du Maurier, 1872

DUMAURIER: VELOCIPEDE. Happy Thougth. An English mothers daydream. Drawing by George DuMaurier, 1890

DU MAURIER HOUSE. The home of George Du Maurier (1834-1896), English artist and novelist, in Hampstead Heath, London, late 1890s

GEORGE DU MAURIER (1834-1896). English (French-born) artist and novelist. Photograph, late 19th century

DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1895. Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London theatrical production of George Du Mauriers Trilby

DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1895. Alfred Hickman as Little Billee in a New York City production, 1895, of George Du Mauriers Trilby. Original cabinet photograph

COUPLE READING, 1876. Pen-and-ink drawing, 1876, by George du Maurier

FASHION: TRILBY HAT, 1896. A fashionable New Yorker sporting a trilby hat, named after the kind worn in the orginial London stage production, 1895, of George DuMauriers Trilby

MENs FASHION, 1895. Alfred Hickman as Little Billee in the play Trilby, based on George Du Mauriers novel. Photograph by Napoleon Sarony, New York, 1895

DU MAURIER CARTOON, 1889. Happy Thought. English cartoon, 1889, by George Louis Palmella Busson Du Maurier

DU MAURIER CARTOON, 1876. Photographing the First-Born. Cartoon, 1876, by George Louis Palmella Busson Du Maurier

DU MAURIER CARTOON, 1888. Fond and Foolish. Cartoon, 1888, by George Louis Palmella Busson Du Maurier

DU MAURIER CARTOON, 1876. More Complimentary Than it Seems. English cartoon, 1876, by George Louis Palmella Busson DuMaurier

(1853-1917). English actor-manager. As Svengali in the London theatrical production, 1895
SIR HERBERT BEERBOHM TREE (1853-1917). English actor-manager. As Svengali in the London theatrical production, 1895, of George Du Mauriers Trilby. Original cabinet photograph

Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London production of George Du
DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1895. Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London production of George Du Mauriers Trilby

Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali (seated in background) and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London
DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1895. Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali (seated in background) and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London production of George Du Mauriers Trilby

Illustration by George Du Maurier from his much-celebrated work Trilby, 1894
DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1894. Illustration by George Du Maurier from his much-celebrated work Trilby, 1894

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George Du Maurier was a talented English artist and novelist, born in France in 1834. He is best known for his intricate drawings and watercolors that captured the essence of Victorian society. One of his famous works, "Attending Church, 1872, " depicts an English cartoon showcasing the humorous side of church life. In another delightful drawing titled "Dumaurier: Velocipede, " Du Maurier presents us with a heartwarming scene - an English mother daydreaming about her child's happiness while riding a velocipede. This charming artwork showcases the artist's ability to capture tender moments filled with joy. Du Maurier's talent extended beyond visual arts as he also dabbled in writing novels. His home, aptly named Du Maurier House, served as both his residence and creative sanctuary. It was within these walls that he crafted stories that would captivate readers for generations to come. Photographs of George Du Maurier reveal a man who exudes creativity and intellect. With pencil or brush in hand, he brought characters to life on paper through watercolor or pen-and-ink drawings like "Couple Reading" from 1876. One of Du Maurier's most notable literary achievements is his novel "Trilby" published in 1895. The story follows the enchanting Trilby O Ferrall portrayed by Dorothea Baird on stage during its London production. Alfred Hickman also took part in bringing this captivating tale to life when he played Little Billee in a New York City adaptation. The influence of Du Maurier's work can even be seen within fashion trends at the time. The iconic Trilby hat became popularized after its appearance in his novel and subsequent productions based on it. A fashionable New Yorker sporting this stylish headpiece became synonymous with sophistication and elegance. George Du Maurier left behind a rich artistic legacy through his drawings, watercolors, and novels.