Lord Frederic Leighton Collection (page 2)

Study for Cimabues Madonna, 1899. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

Study of a lemon tree, 1899. By Lord Leighton PRA, from The life of Lord Leighton. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

Tomb of Elizabeth Browning, Florence, design by Lord Leighton, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Tomb of Elizabeth Browning, Florence, design by Lord Leighton, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

The Condottiere, 1902-1903. Artist: Frederic Leighton
The Condottiere, 1902-1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1902-1903, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 8, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London, 1902-1903)

Frederic Leighton, (1830-1896), 1st Baron Leighton, famous painter, 1894-1907. Leighton was an English painter and sculptor whose works depicted historical, biblical and classical subject matters

Study for the Daphnephoria, c1874-1876 (c1880-1882). A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of F G Dumas, Js Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

The Vestibule, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Detail from The Arts of Industry as Applied to War, 1870-1872 (c1880-1882). Artist: A Gilbert
Detail from The Arts of Industry as Applied to War, 1870-1872 (c1880-1882). A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Sir Frederic Leighton, British artist, c1880-1882 Artist: Paul Adolphe Rajon
Sir Frederic Leighton, British artist, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were in It, exhibited 1892, (1912). Artist: Frederic Leighton
And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were in It, exhibited 1892, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York)

Edward John Poynter, President of the Royal Academy, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Edward John Poynter, President of the Royal Academy, 1880. During a visit to Rome in 1853 he made the acquaintance of Lord Leighton, who encouraged him to study art futher

Frederick Leighton, British artist and Royal Academician, 1877. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Frederick Leighton, British artist and Royal Academician, 1877. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science, literature and art

Cimabues Celebrated Madonna is carried in Procession through the Streets of Florence, 1853-1855. Found in the Royal Collection, London

Frederic Leighton, 1st Baron Leighton, English painter and sculptor, (1899). Artist: W Roffe
Frederic Leighton, 1st Baron Leighton, English painter and sculptor, (1899). An engraving of Leighton (1830-1896) from James Taylors The Victorian Empire, William Mackenzie, (London, 1899)

The Wedding at Cana, 1870. Jesus turning water into wine. From the Bible (John 2:7)

Fra Girolamo commanding Romola not to leave Florence, 1862-1863. Artist: Frederic Leighton
Fra Girolamo commanding Romola not to leave Florence, 1862-1863. Illustration from George Eliots Romola, published in monthly parts in The Cornhill Magazine, London, 1862-1863

Pan playing his pipes, Wood engraving, London, 1862. Artist: Frederic Leighton
Pan playing his pipes, Wood engraving, London, 1862. Illustration by Lord Leighton (1830-96) for Elizabeth Barrett Brownings poem A Musical Instrument What is he doing

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Lord Frederic Leighton, a renowned British artist of the 19th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating and diverse body of work. One of his notable pieces is "The Athlete Wrestling with a Python" (c1880-1882), skillfully crafted by A Gilbert. This sculpture depicts the intense struggle between man and beast, showcasing Leighton's mastery in capturing movement and emotion. In "Captive Andromache" (c1886), another masterpiece by Frederic Leighton himself, we witness the vulnerability and strength of this Trojan princess as she mourns her fallen city. The delicate brushstrokes bring forth a sense of melancholy that resonates deeply within the viewer. Leighton's fascination with history is evident in "A Condottiere" (1871-72), where he portrays a fearless Italian mercenary commander amidst battle. The attention to detail and meticulous rendering transport us back to an era filled with valor and conflict. "Lachrymae" (1894-95) showcases Leighton's ability to evoke deep emotions through portraiture. This poignant painting captures a woman lost in thought, her tear-stained face reflecting sorrow or perhaps longing for something beyond our understanding. "The Last Watch of Hero" (1887) remains shrouded in mystery as its creator remains unknown. Nevertheless, it exemplifies Lord Leighton's influence on other artists who sought to emulate his style. This haunting image immortalizes Hero waiting for her lover atop a tower, symbolizing love's endurance against all odds. Photographers W&D Downey captured Lord Leighton himself in two portraits: "Lord Leighton" (c1890) radiates elegance while revealing glimpses into his personality; meanwhile, "The Late Lord Leighton P. R. A. " (1896) pays homage to this artistic genius after his passing.