Guenievre Collection

Royal Windsor Tapestry from cartoon by Herbert Bore, one of a series based on Tennyson's 'Idylls of
BAL6513 Royal Windsor Tapestry from cartoon by Herbert Bore, one of a series based on Tennyson's 'Idylls of the King', c.1876-86; Private Collection.

Guinevere and her ladies in the golden days, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (1809-92)
IL274108 Guinevere and her ladies in the golden days, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (1809-92), published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1910 (colour litho) by Fortescue-Brickdale

Lancelot and Guinevere Together, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (1809-92)
IL274111 Lancelot and Guinevere Together, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (1809-92), published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1910 (colour litho) by Fortescue-Brickdale

Sir Lancelot in the Queens Chamber, 1857 (pen & ink, w / c on paper)
BIR107266 Sir Lancelot in the Queens Chamber, 1857 (pen & ink, w/c on paper) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 26x35 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info)

184 Fr. 110 f. 405 Galahad comes to Arthur and Galahad draws the sword from the floating
XZL151821 184 Fr.110 f.405 Galahad comes to Arthur and Galahad draws the sword from the floating stone in the river at Camelot, c.1250-80 (vellum) (see also 150479) by French School

Ms Fr 343 fol. 8v Arthur and his knights setting out on the quest for the Holy Grail
XZL151162 Ms Fr 343 fol.8v Arthur and his knights setting out on the quest for the Holy Grail, from the Queste del Saint Graal, c.1380-85 (vellum) by Italian School

Fr 118 f. 219v How Lancelot kissed Guinevere for the first time
XTD42155 Fr 118 f.219v How Lancelot kissed Guinevere for the first time, from Lancelot du Lac (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Queen Guinevere Welcomes Enid, illustration for Children
IL191589 Queen Guinevere Welcomes Enid, illustration for Childrens Stories from Tennyson by Nora Chesson (colour litho) by Bacon, John Henry Frederick (1868-1914); Private Collection; English

Ms 3480 fol. 77 Lancelot Crossing the Sword Bridge, from the
CHT210243 Ms 3480 fol.77 Lancelot Crossing the Sword Bridge, from the Livre de Messire Lancelot du Lac (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris

M. 806 f. 166 Lancelot proves his love of Guinevere by crossing a river bridged by a sharp
XTD69855 M. 806 f.166 Lancelot proves his love of Guinevere by crossing a river bridged by a sharp sword, from the Roman de Lancelot du Lac, 1344 (vellum) by French School

4697 Fr. 110 f. 405 Galahad comes to Arthur, c. 1250-80 (vellum) (see also 151821)
XZL150479 4697 Fr. 110 f.405 Galahad comes to Arthur, c.1250-80 (vellum) (see also 151821) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Death of Arthur, c. 1861
Ma54972 The Death of Arthur, c.1861 by Archer, James (1824-1904); Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; Scottish, out of copyright

M. 806 f. 166 Lancelot proves his love of Guinevere by crossing a river bridged by a sharp
XTD243002 M. 806 f.166 Lancelot proves his love of Guinevere by crossing a river bridged by a sharp sword, from the Roman de Lancelot du Lac, 1344 (vellum) (detail of 69855) by French School

Ms. Fr 122 f. 1 Sir Lancelot crosses the Sword Bridge, from the Roman de Lancelot du Lac
COB62885 Ms.Fr 122 f.1 Sir Lancelot crosses the Sword Bridge, from the Roman de Lancelot du Lac, 1344 (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Queen Guinevere and Isolde of the White Hands, from
BRA76583 Queen Guinevere and Isolde of the White Hands, from The Story of Tristan and Isolde, William Morris & Co. 1850 (stained glass) by Morris

The Marriage of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere, illustration for Children
IL191587 The Marriage of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere, illustration for Childrens Stories from Tennyson by Nora Chesson (colour litho) by Bacon

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In the golden days of Camelot, Guinevere, the beautiful queen, reigned with grace and elegance. Surrounded by her loyal ladies, she exuded an air of regality that captivated all who beheld her. Alfred Tennyson's Idylls of the King beautifully depicted this enchanting scene in his illustrations from 1910. One such illustration showcased Lancelot and Guinevere together, their love for each other evident in their eyes. Their forbidden romance was a tale as old as time itself, filled with passion and longing. Another artwork portrayed Sir Lancelot in the Queen's Chamber, a moment frozen in time where their hearts intertwined amidst secrecy and desire. Galahad's arrival to Arthur's court brought forth a pivotal moment when he drew Excalibur from its ethereal resting place. This act marked the beginning of a quest for the Holy Grail undertaken by Arthur and his knights - a journey fraught with danger yet fueled by unwavering faith. Amidst these grand tales lay intimate moments that shaped history. The tender kiss shared between Lancelot and Guinevere for the first time spoke volumes about their unyielding love despite societal constraints. Even Queen Guinevere herself extended her warm welcome to Enid, displaying kindness towards those around her. Lancelot proved his devotion to Guinevere on multiple occasions; one instance saw him crossing a treacherous sword bridge to prove his unwavering loyalty. Such acts were testaments to their enduring bond that transcended any obstacle thrown at them. As legends go, Arthur met his tragic end but not without leaving behind an indelible mark on history. The Death of Arthur immortalized this poignant moment when Camelot crumbled under its own weight. Through ancient manuscripts like Ms Fr 343 fol. 8v or M 806 f166. , we catch glimpses into these captivating stories passed down through generations.