Illustrators Collection

L Battery, Royal Horse Artillery. How our gunners won the VC and silenced the fire of the German guns in face of overwhelming odds Retreat from Mons, 1st September 1914

The Strongest "
" The Strongest.". Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

The Unknown Warrior - scene at Westminster Abbey, 11th November 1920. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

The Strongest by Fortunino Matania
The Strongest, by Fortunino Matania, RI (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

Gordon Highlander interrogated by German Officers
I won t - After a raid on the British lines in Northern France, a Gordon Highlander is being interrogated by German Officers.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

The Tout - Peter Ronald Buchanan
Mr P. R. G. Buchanan, whose caricatures, mainly of horse racing society, under the pseudonym The Tout were published in The Tatler and The Bystander magazines during the 1920s and 30s

Repulsing the famous Prussian guard at Ypres. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere, though the illustration was first done in 1914

The Farewell. Fortunino Matania, RI (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

Taking the wounded aboard a British ambulance train on the Western Front. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

With the field guns on the Western Front. A visit to a British battery. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

The Strongest.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

General Eisenhower portrait for War Bonds Poster Date: 1944

Sailor on boat with monkey and fruit for US Navy Poster Date: 1918

Edvard Munch, Norwegian artist Date: 1910

Veale Gilchrist Advertisement
An advertisement page promoting the services of Veale Gilchrist Ltd, a London based company of artists, designers, illustrators and photographers for commercial art. Date: circa 1939

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). La UGT. Columna y base de la victoria (UGT. Column and basis of Victory). Poster

Paul Gustave Dore - portrait
3919299 Paul Gustave Dore - portrait by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); (add.info.: Paul Gustave Dore - portrait. Vanity Fair caricature by Spy (real name Sir Leslie Matthew Ward)

Portraits of the Sovereigns, Contemporaries, Biographers, Editors, Commentators, Players
5216230 Portraits of the Sovereigns, Contemporaries, Biographers, Editors, Commentators, Players, and Illustrators of Shakspeare (engraving) by English School

Souvenir of Dickens (litho)
5997934 Souvenir of Dickens (litho) by Buss, Robert William (1804-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Souvenir of Dickens)

T Alfred Crowquill (A H Forrester) (b / w photo)
5997906 T Alfred Crowquill (A H Forrester) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: T Alfred Crowquill (A H Forrester)

Frank Stone (b / w photo)
5997920 Frank Stone (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frank Stone. Illustration for Dickens and His Illustrators by Frederic G Kitton)

Frederick Barnard (b / w photo)
5997907 Frederick Barnard (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederick Barnard)

The late Mr G C Leighton (engraving)
1628150 The late Mr G C Leighton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr G C Leighton. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 May 1895)

Lecture on the Egyptian War, by Mr Melton Prior before the Prince of Wales at the Savage Club (engraving)
1624250 Lecture on the Egyptian War, by Mr Melton Prior before the Prince of Wales at the Savage Club (engraving) by English School

The Spanish-American War, a Halt in the Cuban Wilderness (engraving)
1615713 The Spanish-American War, a Halt in the Cuban Wilderness (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War)

The Chinese Question, the German Occupation of Kiao-Chau (litho)
1615450 The Chinese Question, the German Occupation of Kiao-Chau (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Question)

The late John Leech (engraving)
1613356 The late John Leech (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late John Leech. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 November 1864)

A Conversazione at the London Sketch Club, John Hassall
Scenes from a smoking conversazione at the London Sketch Club in which members would do a turn. Pictured by John Hassall is Cecil Aldin, Phil May

The Sketch Photographic Interviews XXXiX - Mr John Hassall
Page from The Sketch featuring a photographic interview with the artist John Hassall. He is seen at work in his studio at 88 Kensington Park Road, sweeping up and working on his large watercolour

John Hassall painting The Morning of Agincourt
John Hassall (1868 - 1948), artist and illustrator known as The Poster King for his highly popular posters, pictured in his studio working on his watercolour painting

John Hassall sketching for the Red Cross, WW1
The artist John Hassall pictured sketching at a Red Cross fundraising event in Kidbrooke Park, London in 1918. To the left is Major Devitt who organised the sports for men of the Royal Field

The late Mr William Simpson, Special War Artist of "The Illustrated London News"(b / w photo)
1592524 The late Mr William Simpson, Special War Artist of " The Illustrated London News" (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The late Mr Watts Phillips (engraving)
1589448 The late Mr Watts Phillips (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr Watts Phillips)

Robert W Buss, self-portrait (b / w photo)
5997931 Robert W Buss, self-portrait (b/w photo) by Buss, Robert William (1804-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert W Buss, self-portrait)

Daniel Maclise (b / w photo)
5997924 Daniel Maclise (b/w photo) by Ward, Edgar Melville (1839-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daniel Maclise)

Portrait of Charles Dickens holding his pen (b / w photo)
5997937 Portrait of Charles Dickens holding his pen (b/w photo) by Eytinge, Solomon (1833-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Charles Dickens holding his pen)

Luke Fildes (b / w photo)
5997912 Luke Fildes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luke Fildes. Illustration for Dickens and His Illustrators by Frederic G Kitton)

Fougasse (Cyril Kenneth Bird). (1887 - 1965). Best known for editorship of Punch magazine and World War II propaganda posters. Date: 1924

Heath Robinson at home with his family
Photographic interview in The Sketch with humorous cartoonist, William Heath Robinson, who is pictured at his home in Pinner with three of his children including his eldest daughter, Joan

The Pied Piper of Hamelin
3751387 The Pied Piper of Hamelin by Greenaway, Kate (1846-1901); (add.info.: The Pied Piper of Hamelin: The wonderful music with shouting and laughter. Illustration by Kate Greenaway, 1888)

Tony Sarg, c. 1905-40 (gelatin silver photo)
3697820 Tony Sarg, c.1905-40 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Sarg)

Tony Sarg, 1939 (gelatin silver photo)
3697816 Tony Sarg, 1939 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Sarg at easel)

Boardman Robinson, c. 1927-29 (gelatin silver photo)
3697790 Boardman Robinson, c.1927-29 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Robinson in white shirt and tie)

Harrison Fisher, c. 1905-11 (gelatin silver photo)
3697724 Harrison Fisher, c.1905-11 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Fisher in studio)

The late Fred Barnard (b / w photo)
1605828 The late Fred Barnard (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Fred Barnard. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 October 1896)

The late Mr George Cruikshank (engraving)
1589905 The late Mr George Cruikshank (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr George Cruikshank)

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Illustrators are the unsung heroes of storytelling, capturing moments in history and bringing them to life with their artistic prowess. Like a trusty L Battery for the Royal Horse Artillery, they provide the ammunition that fuels our imagination. From depicting "The Strongest" warriors on the battlefield to immortalizing "The Unknown Warrior" scene at Westminster Abbey, these talented artists transport us through time. One such master of his craft was Fortunino Matania, whose work showcased bravery and resilience. In his masterpiece "The Strongest, " he portrayed a Gordon Highlander being interrogated by German Officers - a testament to unwavering courage in the face of adversity. Peter Ronald Buchanan, known as "The Tout, " used his illustrations to capture poignant moments like soldiers repulsing the famous Prussian guard at Ypres or bidding farewell to loved ones before heading off into battle. His art evoked both pride and sorrow in equal measure. But it wasn't just war scenes that illustrators excelled at; they also shed light on everyday heroes. They depicted British ambulances taking wounded soldiers aboard or showcased field guns on the Western Front, reminding us of those who selflessly served their country during times of conflict. Beyond military themes, there were illustrious artists like Edvard Munch from Norway whose unique style left an indelible mark on art history. And let's not forget about Veale Gilchrist Advertisement - an illustrator who skillfully crafted captivating visuals for advertising campaigns. These hints only scratch the surface of what they have accomplished throughout history. Their ability to tell stories through images is truly remarkable and deserves recognition alongside other forms of artistic expression. So next time you come across an illustration that captivates your imagination, take a moment to appreciate these masters behind the scenes who bring tales alive with every stroke of their brush or pen.