Fildes Collection

Houseless and Hungry by Luke Fildes
A study entitled Houseless and Hungry by Luke Fildes depicting homeless paupers queuing outside the casual ward of a London workhouse. A policeman stands at the left of the scene

Jessica by Luke Fildes
A portrait of the Shakespeare character, Jessica from The Merchant of Venice by Sir Luke Fildes (1843-1918), part of a series of Shakespearean heroines painted by great Victorian artists for The

THE DOCTOR (FILDES) C19
A doctor visits a dangerously ill girl at her cottage home, watched by her distraught parents. Date: 19th century

William Luson Thomas & Luke Fildes
William Luson Thomas (right), artist, engraver and founder of The Graphic magazine in 1869, pictured with artist Sir Luke Fildes. Date: 1919

Portrait of Queen Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925), c. 1905. Creator: Fildes, Luke, (after) (1844-1927)
Portrait of Queen Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925), c. 1905. Found in the Collection of the Embassy of the United Kingdom, Oslo.

David Lloyd George, Liberal politician, portrait by Luke Fildes Date: 1909

Cartoon, National Insurance Bill. Patient to GP: This treatment will be the death of me'. Doctor: (National Insurance Bill): I dare say you know best, but there is always a chance'

Rosa Siega, 1876 (oil on canvas)
1199535 Rosa Siega, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Fildes, Samuel Luke (1844-1927); 86.8x58.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Some of the artist in the early Graphic newspaper that produce the thousands of sketches or elaborate drawings of different subjects that went together to make this interesting publication. Date: 1881

His Majesty King Edward VII in Death, 1910. Creator: Luke Fildes
His Majesty King Edward VII in Death, 1910. Deathbed portrait of Edward VII (1841-1910) drawn at Buckingham Palace in London on 8 May 1910

Venetians, 1885, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Venetians, 1885, (c1902). Two women chatting by a canal in Venice, Italy. After a painting in the Manchester Art Gallery. From The Nations Pictures

Naomi, 1914. Artist: Sir Luke Fildes
Naomi, 1914. Woman in a shawl representing the biblical figure of Naomi

Boxing Night. Pen Drawing on Wood, c1890, (1923). Artist: Luke Fildes
Boxing Night. Pen Drawing on Wood, 1923. Sir Samuel Luke Fildes (1843-1927) was an English painter and illustrator born in Liverpool and trained at the South Kensington and Royal Academy schools

Motherless, c1899, (1914). Artist: Luke Fildes
Motherless, c1899, (1914). From the Paisley Art Institute Collection, held at the Paisley Museum and Art Galleries, Paisley. From King Alberts Book. [The Daily Telegraph, London, 1914]

King Edward VII, c1902 (1964). Artist: Luke Fildes
King Edward VII, c1902 (1964). Edward VII (Albert Edward, 1841-1910) was King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, King of the Commonwealth Realms, and Emperor of India

Luke Fildes, artist, 19th century

Study, 1843-1927. Artist: Luke Fildes
Study, 1843-1927

Luke Fildes / Russell
SIR LUKE FILDES English artist

Artist Luke Fildes with Paint Brush
Luke Fildes Artist Date: circa 1892

Source Size = 1705 x 2494
New Associates of the Royal Academy: Luke Fildes, A.R.A. 1879

LORD BRACKENBURY: What makes you say that, Lois? cried Lancelot, rising quickly and bending over the old womans chair; DRAWN BY LUKE FILDES, A.R.A

LUKE FILDES (1843-1927). English artist. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, c1894

KING EDWARD VII OF ENGLAND (1841-1910). King of England, 1901-1910. Oil on canvas, 1902, by Sir Luke Fildes

George V 1865 - 1936, king of the United Kingdom and emperor of India, 1910 - 1936. King George V in his coronation robes, Sir Luke Fildes, 1911

LORD BRACKENBURY: What makes you say that, Loisja cried Lancelot, rising quickly and bending over the old womans chair; DRAWN BY LUKE FILDES, A.R.A

LONDON: CASUAL WARD, 1869. Applicants for admission to a casual ward at London. Engraving, 1869, after the painting by Sir Luke Fildes

Luke Fildes / Profile Eng
LUKE FILDES English artist

Luke Fildes / Downey
LUKE FILDES English artist

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Luke Fildes: A Masterful Artist Capturing the Essence of Life Luke Fildes, a renowned artist, delved into various aspects of society through his captivating artworks. From depicting the plight of the houseless and hungry in "Houseless and Hungry" to capturing the innocence and vulnerability of Jessica, Fildes showcased his ability to evoke emotions through his brushstrokes. In "THE DOCTOR (FILDES) C19, " Fildes portrayed a medical professional's dedication during challenging times, shedding light on their selflessness and commitment to healing. Collaborating with William Luson Thomas, Fildes contributed countless sketches for The Graphic newspaper, providing glimpses into everyday life that resonated with readers. Focusing on political matters, Fildes created thought-provoking pieces such as "Cartoon: National Insurance Bill, " which critiqued social policies like those proposed by David Lloyd George. In contrast, his painting "Rosa Siega" displayed his versatility as an artist by capturing beauty in its purest form. Even in moments of great loss and sorrow, Fildes continued to leave an indelible mark. His poignant portrayal of King Edward VII's passing in "His Majesty King Edward VII in Death" reflected both grief and reverence for a monarch who had left an enduring legacy. Venturing beyond British borders, Fildes explored different cultures with works like "Venetians. " Although not widely recognized today due to unknown authorship or attribution issues surrounding this piece from 1885 (c1902), it still showcases the artist's curiosity about diverse societies. As time progressed towards World War I era turmoil, Sir Luke Fildes depicted Naomi - a haunting representation of anguish amidst global conflict. Additionally, he captured moments outside traditional art forms; for instance, "Boxing Night" was rendered using pen drawing on wood—a testament to his artistic ingenuity.