Penrose Collection

St Albans / Penrose 1926
St Albans, Hertfordshire: French Row

Gipsy Caravans
Gipsy families by their caravans. Date: 1902

Punishment of Loke, 1890. Artist: James Doyle Penrose
Punishment of Loke, 1890. Loke (Loki) is a giant in Norse and Germanic mythology, who is bound to a rock by the other gods and forced to have poison from a snake dropped on his face

Conway Castle, north Wales, 1908-1909. Artist: Ernest W Jackson
Conway Castle, north Wales, 1908-1909. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1908-1909, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 14, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London)

Bristol BS14 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bristol BS14 0

Freyja and the Necklace, 1890. Artist: James Doyle Penrose
Freyja and the Necklace, 1890. Freya, goddess of love, who wore a necklace as a sign of social status. Illustration from Teutonic Myths and Legends by Donald A Mackenzie, 1890

Idun and the Apples, 1890. Artist: James Doyle Penrose
Idun and the Apples, 1890. Idun is the keeper of apples that give the gods eternal youth. Illustration from Teutonic Myths and Legends by Donald A Mackenzie, 1890

RMS Olympic, White Star Line ocean liner, 1911-1912. Artist: FGO Stuart
RMS Olympic, White Star Line ocean liner, 1911-1912. Launched in 1910, Olympic was the first of her class of ocean liners built for the White Star Line

The Bath of Psyche, c1890. Painting held in the Tate Britain, London. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1903-4, edited by William Gamble. [A. W. Penrose & Co. London, 1903-4]

Ballymaclinton, Irish village, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908. Artist: R Welch
Ballymaclinton, Irish village, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908. The Franco-British Exhibition of 1908 celebrated the Entente Cordiale which had been signed by the United Kingdom

The Laughing Cavalier, 1624 (1908-1909). Artist: Frans Hals
The Laughing Cavalier, 1624 (1908-1909). The Laughing Cavalier is a famous painting by the Dutch Baroque artist Frans Hans. The identity of the paintings subject is unknown

The Venerable Bede Translating the Last Chapter of St John, 1926. Artist: James Doyle Penrose
The Venerable Bede Translating the Last Chapter of St John, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 2: Builders of the Church, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Sir Joseph Swan (1828-1914), English physicist and chemist, 1911-1912. Artist: D Cameron-Swan
Sir Joseph Swan (1828-1914), English physicist and chemist, 1911-1912. Swan invented the incandescent electric lamp in Britain at about the same time as Thomas Edison patented it in the USA

Haymaking, 1911-1912. Artist: Sprague & Co
Haymaking, 1911-1912. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1911-1912, The Process Year Book, volume 17, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London, 1911-1912)

The Canadian Arch, Whitehall, London, 1902. Artist: HO Klein
The Canadian Arch, Whitehall, London, 1902. The Canadian Arch decorated to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1902-1903

Dinshaw Edulji Wacha, Parsi Indian politician, 1902-1903. Wacha was one of the founders of the Indian National Congress and its President in 1901

The Flirt
Coquettish young woman being pursued by a suitor. Date: 1905

Dutch Girl
Head and shoulders of a pretty young girl in Dutch costume. Artist: Anon. Date: 1908

Woman with a Mask
An alluring woman posing with a black mask. Date: 1911

Unity Moore (1894-1981) Actress, born in Hampstead. Date: 1911

Sir Joseph Swan (1828-1914) English physicist, chemist, and inventor. Date: 1911

Peggy Lorraine, actress. Date: 1911

Violet Lorraine (1886-1956) English musical theatre actress and singer. Date: 1911

Cora Laparcerie (1875-1951) French theatre actress. Date: 1905

Matheson Lang (1879-1948) Canadian actor and writer, seen here with his wife actress Nellie Hutin Britton (1876-1965). Date: 1911

Margery Maude (1889 - 1979), English actress of stage, screen and television. Date: 1911

Gina Palerme (1885-1977) French actress and dancer. Date: 1911

George Alexander (1858-1918), stage actor and theatre manager. Date: 1911

Freida Hempel (1855-1955). Seen here in a Jenny Lind costume recital. Date: circa 1905

Alice Eyre Macklin
Alys Eyre Macklin (nee Philpott), a leading member of The Poetry Society. Married to Thomas Eyre Macklin, artist. Date: 1902

Evelyn D'Alroy (1881-1915), stage actress. Date: 1911

Ellaline Terriss (1871-1971), actress and singer. Date: 1905

Edith Clegg, actress. Date: 1911

Dorothy Grahame, actress. Date: 1911

Charlotte Wiehe (1865-1947), actress. Date: 1902

Pauline Bracewell
Bauline Bracewell, actress. Image set in an Art Nouveau border. Date: 1911

Amy Brandon Thomas (1890-1974) as Portia. Date: 1911

Tissington Spires - This imposing rock formation is one of many on the beautiful trail through Dovedale in the English Peak District National Park in Derbyshire. Date: 1908

Hall of Columns, Karnak - Illustration of The Hall of Columns, Karnak. Artist: Anon. Date: 1908

Rip Van Winkle - Judith Gardenier, Rip Van Winkle's married daughter, with his grandson. Artist: Arthur Rackham

Woman on the Telephone - Illustration of a woman on the telephone. Date: 1911

Edwardian Tablecloth - Example of a popular Edwardian cretonne fabric tablecloth with a strong floral pattern. Date: 1908

Ladies Reading - Illustration of three ladies reading. Artist: Anon. Date: 1902

Holland Pottery - Examples of pottery by Henry Holland. Date: 1910

Dig! Dig! Dig! (To Victory)
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for Dig! Dig! Dig! (To Victory) by Joe Norton and Billy Bath. Featured by Charles Penrose, who can be seen with a comical facial expression

Bookshelf
Catalogue illustration of a domestic bookshelf Date: 1905

Plan of the Acropolis in 1889, including Results of the Excavations begun in 1885 (engraving)
7193949 Plan of the Acropolis in 1889, including Results of the Excavations begun in 1885 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sheila Kaye-Smith marrying Rev. Theodore Penrose Fry
Novelist Sheila Kaye-Smith marrying the Rev. Theodore Penrose Fry, curate of Christ Church, St. Leonards, and eldest son of Sir John and Lady Fray, at St. Paul s, St. Leonards in October 1924

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Penrose, a name that resonates with history and artistry. From the quaint town of St Albans to the captivating works of James Doyle Penrose, this name holds stories waiting to be unveiled. In 1926, Penrose made its mark in St Albans, leaving an indelible impression on the community. The echoes of its presence can still be felt today, reminding us of a time when creativity flourished. One such testament to Penrose's artistic legacy is "Punishment of Loke, " painted by the talented James Doyle Penrose in 1890. This masterpiece captures both beauty and punishment in a mesmerizing blend that leaves viewers captivated. Traveling further into the realm of artistry, we encounter Ernest W Jackson's enchanting portrayal of Conway Castle in north Wales. Painted between 1908-1909, this piece transports us to another era where castles stood tall against rugged landscapes. But Penrose's influence extends beyond paintings alone; it encompasses diverse subjects like "The Flirt, " "Dutch Girl, " and "Woman with a Mask. " Each artwork tells a unique story through vivid strokes and intricate details - an invitation for our imagination to wander freely. Venturing into different realms yet again, we stumble upon Gipsy Caravans - a glimpse into nomadic lifestyles brimming with mystery and freedom. Unity Moore's brushstrokes bring these caravans alive as they traverse uncharted territories under vast skies. Beyond art lies inspiration from notable figures like Sir Joseph Swan - his brilliance illuminating countless lives through his invention: the electric light bulb. Peggy Lorraine and Violet Lorraine grace our thoughts too; their talent gracing stages worldwide as renowned performers who left audiences spellbound. Cora Laparcerie emerges as another enigmatic figure within this narrative – her allure captivating hearts wherever she went. Her mysterious persona adds intrigue to our exploration of all things Penrose.