Foreword Collection

Frontispiece, 1795 (aquatint)
6199602 Frontispiece, 1795 (aquatint) by Daniell, Thomas (1749-1840); 49.5x65.5 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; English, out of copyright

Frontispiece for One Red Letter (colour litho)
SNG127452 Frontispiece for One Red Letter (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eBarbara Singer; English, out of copyright

Foreword, Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson
Foreword to Railway Ribaldry, with a vignette illustration by W Heath Robinson, showing a Victorian lady in a crinoline waving goodbye to a departing train. Date: 1935

Folio of 24 hand-coloured images - WWI
A folio of 24 hand-coloured i, mostly titled. And one original watercolour of a field stable in the British lines, France, c. 1917 - 7.5 x 12. Signed number 11 of 25

Among the English Lines Folio
A folio of 24 hand-coloured i. And one original watercolour of the artists friend, Claire de Pratz (author and friend of the artist) reading soldiers letters

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"Foreword: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of imagination, where words intertwine with illustrations to create a captivating experience. In the realm of literature, forewords serve as gateways to stories waiting to be explored. Just like the iconic "Foreword" in W Heath Robinson's Railway Ribaldry, they set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. As we turn the pages of history, we stumble upon a frontispiece from 1795—a mesmerizing aquatint that transports us back to an era long gone. Its intricate details and delicate strokes evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminding us of forgotten tales and lost traditions. But let us not confine ourselves solely to traditional art forms; color lithography also holds its own allure. Take One Red Letter's vibrant frontispiece—each hue dancing on paper like poetry in motion. It beckons us towards a world brimming with vivid emotions and untold secrets. Now, let us delve deeper into another chapter—one that unveils the horrors and heroism witnessed during World War I. Within this folio lies Among the English Lines Folio—an anthology capturing moments frozen in time through twenty-four hand-colored images. Each stroke tells a story—a testament to human resilience amidst chaos. Within these pages lie countless narratives waiting patiently for our attention—their colors whispering tales yet untold. As we explore each image within this WWI folio—page after page—we witness bravery etched onto canvas by skilled hands who sought solace amidst turmoil. From trenches filled with camaraderie to battlefields drenched in sorrow, these hand-colored images offer glimpses into lives forever changed by war's relentless grip. They remind us that even amid darkness, beauty can emerge—a testament to humanity's indomitable spirit. So here we stand at the threshold of artistic expression—forewords guiding our journey through time and emotion alike.