Edwin Austin Abbey Collection

A Happy New Year, c. 1900-1910. Creator: Edwin Austin Abbey
A Happy New Year, c. 1900-1910

Solitude: Miss Vesta Rollinstall, 1878. Creator: Edwin Austin Abbey
Solitude: Miss Vesta Rollinstall, 1878

With Pride Upon Her Brow, c. 1878. Creator: Edwin Austin Abbey
With Pride Upon Her Brow, c. 1878

Edwin Austin Abbey, 1852-1911, 1897. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Edwin Austin Abbey, 1852-1911, 1897. Half length portrait, facing left. [Painter and illustrator]

Edwin Austin Abbey, 1852 - 1911. American artist, illustrator, and painter. From The Strand Magazine, published 1896
745827 Edwin Austin Abbey, 1852 - 1911. American artist, illustrator, and painter. From The Strand Magazine, published 1896. by English School, (19th century)

Portrait of Edwin Austin Abbey (photo)
604611 Portrait of Edwin Austin Abbey (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of artist Edwin Austin Abbey in his studio at 42 Tite Street)

Edwin Austin Abbey (colour litho)
613608 Edwin Austin Abbey (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edwin Austin Abbey, Fairford Abbey, 29 December 1898)

A Measure, 1904 (oil on canvas)
651120 A Measure, 1904 (oil on canvas) by Abbey, Edwin Austin (1852-1911); 216x138.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Measure. Edwin Austin Abbey (1852-1911). Oil on canvas

Who Is Sylvia? What Is She, That All the Swains Commend Her?, 1896-1899; reworked 1900

Around the Council Fire, The Young Braves Speech (Harpers Weekly, May 10, 1873), May 10, 1873

King Lear, Act I, Scene I, 1898. Creator: Edwin Austin Abbey
King Lear, Act I, Scene I, 1898

Fair is my Love, c1900, (c1930). Creator: Edwin Austin Abbey
Fair is my Love, c1900, (c1930). A woman sitting among autumn leaves under a tree, playing a lute as a man listens. Painting in the Harris Museum & Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

O Mistress Mine, Where Are You Roaming?, 1899, (c1915). Artist: Edwin Austin Abbey
O Mistress Mine, Where Are You Roaming?, 1899, (c1915). Painting held at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney

The Letter. Unpublished Pen Drawing, 1890, 1923. Artist: Edwin Austin Abbey
The Letter. Unpublished Pen Drawing, 1890, 1923. Edwin Austin Abbey RA (1852-1911) was an American muralist, illustrator, and painter

Scene from Much Ado about Nothing, c1890. Artist: Edwin Austin Abbey
Scene from Much Ado about Nothing, c1890. William Shakespeares comedy Much Ado about Nothing was first performed c1598. In this scene (Act 4 Sc 2), Dogberry, Constable of the watch

Study for Gown, Court of Henry VIII, 1899. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

Sketch of Regan, from King Lear, 1899. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

Study of a Sleeve, 1899. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

Portia, 1895 (1899). The Quality of Mercy is Not Strained (The Merchant of Venice). From a pen drawing by Edwin A Abbey RA, in The Comedies of William Shakespeare, 1895, by Harper and Brothers

A study by Edwin A Abbey RA, 1899. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

O Mistress Mine, where are you roaming?, 1899 (c1940). Artist: Edwin Austin Abbey
O Mistress Mine, where are you roaming?, 1899. Painting held at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. From The Worlds Greatest Paintings, Vol. 1, edited by T. Leman Hare [Odhams Press Ltd, London, c1940]

Crusaders Sighting Jerusalem, 1901. Artist: Edwin Austin Abbey
Crusaders Sighting Jerusalem, 1901. Romanticised view of the European invasion of the Holy Land

Turpentine Distillery, North Carolina, 1870. Artist: Edwin Austin Abbey
Turpentine Distillery, North Carolina, 1870. By 1870 there were 147 turpentine distilleries in North Carolina, USA. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Book Seller Book Stall Book Stalls Street Speaks With
A New York book seller working from a street stall speaks with a customer in the late 19th century. After a work by Edwin Austin Abbey

A street bookstall in New York in the 1870 s. After a work by Edwin Austin Abbey in Harpers Weekly, February 28, 1874

Edwin Austin Abbey, 1852 A

Edwin Austin Abbey, Solitude: Miss Vesta Rollinstall, American, 1852-1911, 1878, graphite on heavy cream wove paper

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Edwin Austin Abbey, born in 1852 and passed away in 1911, was a renowned American artist, illustrator, and painter. His talent and creativity were showcased in various mediums throughout his career. In a captivating portrait captured through photography, we catch a glimpse of the man behind the masterpieces. The intensity in his eyes hints at the passion that fueled his artistic pursuits. Abbey's skill as an artist is evident in a color lithograph bearing his name. The vibrant hues bring life to the image, showcasing Abbey's ability to capture beauty with every stroke. One of Abbey's notable works is "A Measure, " an oil on canvas painting created in 1904. This masterpiece showcases his attention to detail and mastery of light and shadow. It transports viewers into another world where they can almost hear the music emanating from within. In "Seated Woman Wearing Elizabethan Headdress, " Abbey demonstrates his versatility by using pastels on board to create a stunning portrayal of elegance and grace. The intricate details highlight both Abbey's technical prowess and his ability to evoke emotion through art. Abbey also delved into literary themes with pieces like "Who Is Sylvia? What Is She That All the Swains Commend Her?" This work captures Shakespearean romance reimagined by Abbey's skilled hand. With each brushstroke, he brings these timeless characters to life once again. Another notable piece is "Around the Council Fire: The Young Braves Speech. " Originally published in Harper's Weekly back in May 1873, this illustration showcases not only Abbey's artistic abilities but also his storytelling prowess as he captures Native American culture during this pivotal moment around the council fire. Abbey further immortalized Shakespearean plays such as King Lear with Act I Scene I depicted beautifully on canvas. Through this artwork, he pays homage to one of literature's greatest tragedies while adding his unique touch that captivates viewers.