Friar Tuck Collection

ROBIN HOOD. Friar Tuck marries Robin Hood and Maid Marian. Illustration from a late 19th century American juvenile edition

The King! The King! illustration from Robin Hood and his Life in the Merry Greenwood, told by Rose Yeatman Woolf
IL197700 The King! The King! illustration from Robin Hood and his Life in the Merry Greenwood, told by Rose Yeatman Woolf, published by Raphael Tuck, 1910-20 (colour litho) by Davie

Sketches of the Fancy Dress Ball at Liverpool (engraving)
1590506 Sketches of the Fancy Dress Ball at Liverpool (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Fancy Dress Ball at Liverpool)

We all stand by Sir Guy, illustration from Robin Hood and his Life in the Merry Greenwood, told by Rose Yeatman Woolf
IL197706 We all stand by Sir Guy, illustration from Robin Hood and his Life in the Merry Greenwood, told by Rose Yeatman Woolf, published by Raphael Tuck, 1910-20 (colour litho) by Davie

Tennyson, The Foresters (colour litho)
5218875 Tennyson, The Foresters (colour litho) by Price, Norman Mills (1877-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Foresters)

King Richard pardons Robin and his men (chromolitho)
968976 King Richard pardons Robin and his men (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Richard pardons Robin and his men. Scene from Robin Hood)

The New Opera "Ivanhoe"at the Royal English Opera House, the Tournament at Ashby-de-la-Zouch (engraving)
1062263 The New Opera " Ivanhoe" at the Royal English Opera House, the Tournament at Ashby-de-la-Zouch (engraving) by English School

The Crystal Palace Pantomime, "The Babes in the Wood and Bold Robin Hood"(engraving)
1603910 The Crystal Palace Pantomime, " The Babes in the Wood and Bold Robin Hood" (engraving) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crystal Palace Pantomime)

Morris dancers, c1470 (litho)
3626600 Morris dancers, c1470 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Morris dancers, c1470. From an ancient window in a house in Betley, Staffordshire)

Robin Hood and the Curtall Fryer
LLM455751 Robin Hood and the Curtall Fryer by Gilbert, John (1817-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robin Hood and the Curtall Fryer)

The Lady Godiva Procession at Coventry (engraving)
6016513 The Lady Godiva Procession at Coventry (engraving) by Morehen, Horace (b.c.1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lady Godiva Procession at Coventry)

Friar Tuck (litho)
2791744 Friar Tuck (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Friar Tuck. Illustration for Bold Robin Hood (Harper, 1912).); © Look and Learn

Friar Tuck (chromolitho)
2799751 Friar Tuck (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Friar Tuck. Illustration from set of cigarette cards on the subject of Highwaymen published by)

Robin Hood and his Merry Men (colour litho)
3099460 Robin Hood and his Merry Men (colour litho) by Trelleek (fl.c.1900); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Robin Hood and his Merry Men (Raphael Tuck)

Ivanhoe (engraving)
1602826 Ivanhoe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ivanhoe. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 February 1891)

A Victorian Christmas card of a Father Christmas dressed as Friar Tuck giving a turkey to
3605376 A Victorian Christmas card of a Father Christmas dressed as Friar Tuck giving a turkey to a robin dressed as Robin Hood, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

The friar took Robin on his back (litho)
2791745 The friar took Robin on his back (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The friar took Robin on his back)

Robin Hood and Father Tuck
LLM455725 Robin Hood and Father Tuck by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robin Hood and Father Tuck)

Robin Hood and the Black Monk, frontispiece from Hero Myths
STC323649 Robin Hood and the Black Monk, frontispiece from Hero Myths and Legends of the British Race by M.I. Ebbutt, 1910 (colour litho) by Sewell

Friar Tuck carries Robin Hood over the water (chromolitho)
968979 Friar Tuck carries Robin Hood over the water (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Friar Tuck carries Robin Hood over the water)

Friar Tuck carries Robin Hood across the stream. After a 1912 illustration by Louis Rhead in the book Bold Robin Hood and His Outlaw Band

Robin Hood and the Bishop (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF145604 Robin Hood and the Bishop (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

ROBIN HOOD: ILLUSTRATION. Friar Tuck carrying Robin Hood over the water: illustration from a late 19th century American juvenile edition

ROBIN HOOD. Friar Tuck carries Robin Hood across a river. Pen and ink drawing by Howard Pyle from The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, 1883

GILBERT: ROBIN HOOD. Robin Hood and Friar Tuck. Illustration by Walter Crane for Robin Hood & the Men of the Greenwood, 1912, by Henry Gilbert

Friar Tuck statue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

ROBIN HOOD. Friar Tuck carrying Robin Hood over the water. Illustration from a late 19th century American juvenile edition

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"Friar Tuck: The Jovial Friar Who United Hearts and Fought for Justice" In the legendary tales of Robin Hood, one character stands out with his merry demeanor and unwavering loyalty - Friar Tuck. Known for his jovial nature and love for good food and drink, Friar Tuck played a significant role in the adventures of Robin Hood. One of the most memorable moments in their story is when Friar Tuck officiated the marriage between Robin Hood and Maid Marian. With his warm heart and wise words, he brought together two souls deeply in love, solidifying their bond amidst the greenwood. Sketches from the Fancy Dress Ball at Liverpool capture the essence of this beloved character. Dressed as a friar, he radiates joy as he dances among fellow revellers, spreading laughter wherever he goes. His presence brings life to every scene, just like in Rose Yeatman Woolf's illustrations where we see him standing by Sir Guy or celebrating King Richard's pardon. Tennyson's colorful lithographs depict scenes from "The Foresters, " showcasing how Friar Tuck stood alongside Robin Hood's band of Merry Men against injustice. Together they fought against corrupt nobles to protect those oppressed by their greed. From Ashby-de-la-Zouch to Coventry's Lady Godiva Procession, legends about they have transcended time and place. Whether it be Ivanhoe's tournament or Crystal Palace Pantomime featuring "The Babes in the Wood, " this lovable friar has become an enduring symbol of mirthful rebellion against tyranny. Morris dancers captured in ancient lithographs remind us that even centuries ago people celebrated folk heroes like Robin Hood and his loyal companion. And who could forget Howard Pyle’s iconic illustration depicting a fierce battle between Robin Hood himself and Curtall Fryer? Friar Tuck remains etched into our collective imagination as a symbol of camaraderie, compassion, and the fight for justice.