Lyricist Collection

Lyrics by Anne Boleyn
Words by Anne Boleyn entitled O Death Rock Me On Sleep accompanied by an illustratio of the ill-fated Queen looking rather tragic. Date: 1934

Oscar Hammerstein II
OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN Oscar Hammerstein II, lyricist and librettist, famous for his professional partnership with Richard Rogers. Wrote lyrics for " South Pacific" etc

Robert Burns
3733532 Robert Burns.; (add.info.: Portrait of Robert Burns (1759-1796) a Scottish poet and lyricist. Dated 18th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Portrait of Robert Burns
3521652 Portrait of Robert Burns; (add.info.: Portrait of Robert Burns (1759-1796) Scottish poet and lyriciSaint Dated 18th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Engraving depicting Robert Burns
3077610 Engraving depicting Robert Burns; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Robert Burns (1759-1796) a Scottish poet and lyricist. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Empress Auguste Viktoria, Pearl Necklace, Book
945565 Empress Auguste Viktoria, Pearl Necklace, Book by Unknown photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Silhouette of Robert Burns
3077612 Silhouette of Robert Burns; (add.info.: Silhouette of Robert Burns (1759-1796) a Scottish poet and lyricist. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Robert Burns, 1787
1577392 Robert Burns, 1787; (add.info.: Portrait of Robert Burns (1759-1796) was a poet and lyricist. He is widely known as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide

Francis Scott Key (1779-1830), 1816. Creator: Joseph Wood
Francis Scott Key (1779-1830), 1816

Detlev von Liliencron, c1898. Creator: Hans Olde
Detlev von Liliencron, c1898. Volume, number, page: 4, no. 2 (1898); following page 76

Gregor, Joseph, Dr. portrait photograph, 1928 Dec. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Gregor, Joseph, Dr. portrait photograph, 1928 Dec

Portrait of Billy Strayhorn, New York, N.Y. ca. June 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Billy Strayhorn, New York, N.Y. ca. June 1947

Portrait of Billy Strayhorn, New York, N.Y. ca. June 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Billy Strayhorn, New York, N.Y. ca. June 1947

Andrea Razafkeriefo, 1918-1922. Creator: Unknown
Andrea Razafkeriefo, 1918-1922

Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947

Portrait of Johnny Mercer, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Johnny Mercer, New York, N.Y. 1946

Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. 1946

Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947

Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dave Lambert, New York, N.Y. 1946

Francis De Croisset, c1893. Francis de Croisset (1877-1937), Belgian-born French playwright and opera librettist. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Richard Rodgers, Irving Berlin and Oscar Hammerstein II with Helen Tamiris watching auditions auditioned at the St
1127465 Richard Rodgers, Irving Berlin and Oscar Hammerstein II with Helen Tamiris watching auditions auditioned at the St

The four Cohans, the famous vaudeville act that included George M. Cohan (left) - also with hs sister, father and mother. Date: 1928

Frederic Weatherly, songwriter and barrister
Frederic Edward Weatherly, KC (4 October 1848 ?? 7 September 1929) barrister, author, lyricist and broadcaster. Also known as Frederick Weatherly. Studio portrait in barrister's gown and wig

Melville Gideon at the Piano
Melville Gideon (1884-1933) was an American composer, lyricist and performer. Here he is appearing in The Co-Optimists, a variety revue show that originally opened in London in 1921

Joseph Mery, c. 1876 / 84. Creator: Unknown
Joseph Mery, c. 1876/84. [Portrait of Joseph Mery, French writer, journalist, novelist, poet, playwright and librettist]. Woodburytype, from the periodical" Galerie Contemporaine Litteraire

Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal (b / w photo)
OVH405704 Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal (b/w photo) by Austrian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hugo von Hofmannsthal (1874-1929) Austrian poet

Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal (b / w photo)
OVH405700 Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal (b/w photo) by Austrian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hugo von Hofmannsthal (1874-1929) Austrian poet

Robert Burns (1759-1796), Scottish poet and lyricist (litho)
817466 Robert Burns (1759-1796), Scottish poet and lyricist (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Burns (1759-1796)

A portrait of George M. Cohan, 1928 - American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer and theatrical producer Date: 1928

A portrait of George M. Cohan in the role of Happy Farrell in his revived play The Song and Dance Man, 1930 Date: 1930

Clifton Bingham
Graham Clifton Bingham (1859-1913). Musician, composer, lyricist and childrens book author

Portrait of Paul Gerhardt
XEE2971278 Portrait of Paul Gerhardt by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Gerhardt (12 March 1607 - 27 May 1676) was a German theologian

Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal (b / w photo)
OVH405703 Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal (b/w photo) by Austrian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hugo von Hofmannsthal (1874-1929) Austrian poet

Portrait of Philippe Quinault (1635-88) (engraving)
CBF171212 Portrait of Philippe Quinault (1635-88) (engraving) by French School, (17th century); The Cobbe Collection Trust, UK; (add.info.: wrote words for opera by Lully; ); French, out of copyright

Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal, c. 1920-21 (b / w photo)
OVH405702 Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal, c.1920-21 (b/w photo) by Austrian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hugo von Hofmannsthal (1874-1929) Austrian poet

John Howard Payne (oil on canvas)
HEH372250 John Howard Payne (oil on canvas) by Thompson, Cephas Giovanni (1809-88); 76.2x63.5 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA

Corinna (marble)
XIR157731 Corinna (marble) by Silanion (fl.c.360-330 BC); Musee Municipal Antoine Vivenel, Compiegne, France; (add.info.: Corinna or Korinna (Greek: IUIIIuIuIIIn) was an Ancient Greek poet

Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal, c. 1920-21 (b / w photo)
OVH405701 Portrait of Hugo von Hofmannsthal, c.1920-21 (b/w photo) by Austrian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hugo von Hofmannsthal (1874-1929) Austrian poet

Francis Scott Key, c. 1796. Creator: Rembrandt Peale
Francis Scott Key, c. 1796

Edouard Blau, probably 1869. Creator: Frederic Bazille
Edouard Blau, probably 1869

Thomas Morell, S. T. P. - S. S. A. February 1762. Creator: James Basire I
Thomas Morell, S.T.P.- S.S.A. February 1762. After William Hogarth

Lyrical Poetry, ca. 1741. Creator: Claude Augustin Duflos le Jeune
Lyrical Poetry, ca. 1741. After Francois Boucher

Francis Scott Key, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Dave Lambert, Count Basie tour, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Dave Lambert, Count Basie tour, 1962

Metastasio, (1698-1782), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Metastasio, (1698-1782), 1830. Pietro Trapassi, better known as Pietro Metastasio (1698-1782) Italian poet and librettist, an important writer of opera seria libretti

Cobb, (1756-1818), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Cobb, (1756-1818), 1830. James Cobb (1756-1818) English librettist who in 1771 joined the East India Company and became secretary. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard

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Caption: Celebrating the Art of Lyricism through Time From Oscar Hammerstein II to Frederic Weatherly, lyricists have left an indelible mark on the world of music and entertainment. Pictured here is Melville Gideon at the piano, a talented composer who collaborated with numerous lyricists in his time. In this captivating image from c1893, we see Francis De Croisset engrossed in his craft. Known for his lyrical prowess, De Croisset's words resonated with audiences across generations. The four Cohans, a renowned vaudeville act that captivated audiences with their lively performances and clever lyrics. Their contribution to the art form cannot be overstated. Manning Sherwin and Eric Maschwitz are captured here in 1940, two brilliant minds who crafted unforgettable lyrics that continue to enchant listeners today. Joseph Mery, depicted in this photograph from c. 1876/84 by an unknown creator, was a masterful lyricist whose work stood the test of time. Hugo von Hofmannsthal's portrait showcases a man whose poetic brilliance extended beyond words alone. His lyrical compositions touched hearts and souls alike. Robert Burns' lithograph portrays a Scottish poet and lyricist whose verses celebrated love, nature, and humanity. His works remain beloved classics to this day. George M. Cohan's portrait from 1928 immortalizes him as one of America's greatest songwriters and performers. His infectious melodies coupled with insightful lyrics made him an icon of his era. Lastly, George M. Cohan shines again in another portrait where he embodies happiness through his role as Happy - reminding us all of the power that lies within well-crafted lyrics to uplift spirits and bring joy into our lives.