William Biscombe Gardner Collection

A Fishing Fleet, 1910. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
A Fishing Fleet, 1910. From The British Isles in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. D.Lit. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1910]

Always Welcome, from "Illustrated London News", May 19, 1888
Always Welcome, from " Illustrated London News", May 19, 1888

The Rebuilding of St. Paul s, (1897). Creator: Unknown
The Rebuilding of St. Paul s, (1897). The medieval cathedral church of the City of London was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1666. Sir Christopher Wren was commissioned to design the new cathedral

The Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone, c1880s, (1896). Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
The Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone, c1880s, (1896). Portrait of William Ewart Gladstone (1809-1898), British Liberal Party statesman and Prime Minister. From The Magazine of Art

Canterbury Cathedral, 1910. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
Canterbury Cathedral, 1910. From The British Isles in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. D.Lit. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1910]

The Cliffs at Reculver, 1910. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
The Cliffs at Reculver, 1910. From The British Isles in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. D.Lit. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1910]

A View in the Pennines, 1910. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
A View in the Pennines, 1910. From The British Isles in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. D.Lit. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1910]

The Castle from the Rafts, c1900. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
The Castle from the Rafts, c1900. Windsor, Berkshire, UK

The Round Tower and the South-Western Railway Station, c1900. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
The Round Tower and the South-Western Railway Station, c1900. Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Chiddingstone from the Corner of the Churchyard, 1907. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
Chiddingstone from the Corner of the Churchyard, 1907. Village scene in Kent, UK

Church Street, Looking South, c1900. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
Church Street, Looking South, Windsor, Berkshire, c1900

Church Street, Looking North, c1900. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
Church Street, Looking North, Windsor, Berkshire, c1900

Biddenden, c1900. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
Biddenden, c1900. Village in Kent, England, UK

Long Compton, c1900. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
Long Compton, c1900. A village in Warwickshire, England

The Barbican, Sandwich, 1907. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
The Barbican, Sandwich, 1907. Historic town on the river Stour in Kent, UK

Maidstone. Back of the Ancient Palace, The Church and Old College from across the Medway, c1900

Peter Paul Rubens, Flemish painter, 1877. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
Peter Paul Rubens, Flemish painter, 1877. A print from the Illustrated London News, 25th August 1877

Drawings Prints, Print, late, Sir, Edwin, Landseer, Graphic, Artist, William Biscombe Gardner
Drawings and Prints, Print, The late Sir Edwin Landseer (from The Graphic), Artist, William Biscombe Gardner, British, 1847-1919, Gardner, William Biscombe, 1847, 1919, October 11, 1873

Drawings Prints, Print, Doubts, Engraver, Artist, William Biscombe Gardner, Edward
Drawings and Prints, Print, Doubts, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, William Biscombe Gardner, Edward Frederick Brewtnall, British, 1847-1919, British

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William Biscombe Gardner was a talented artist known for his stunning landscape paintings and illustrations. His works captured the beauty of various locations, from fishing fleets to majestic cathedrals. In 1910, Gardner painted "A Fishing Fleet, " showcasing the vibrant colors and bustling activity of fishermen at work. The attention to detail in this piece is remarkable, as he captures every intricate aspect of their daily lives. "Always Welcome, " an illustration featured in the "Illustrated London News" in May 1888, depicts a heartwarming scene that exudes warmth and hospitality. It showcases Gardner's ability to evoke emotions through his art. Gardner also contributed to documenting historical events such as "The Rebuilding of St. Paul's" in 1897. Although the creator remains unknown, it is evident that Gardner played a significant role in preserving this momentous occasion through his artistic interpretation. One of his notable portraits includes "The Right Hon. W. E Gladstone" from the c1880s. Painted in 1896, this artwork displays Gardner's skillful portrayal of prominent figures with meticulous attention to facial expressions and details. His love for capturing architectural marvels is evident in pieces like "Canterbury Cathedral. " Created in 1910, this painting showcases both the grandeur and delicate intricacies found within these magnificent structures. "The Cliffs at Reculver, " another masterpiece from 1910, highlights Gardner's ability to capture nature's raw beauty with its rugged cliffs overlooking crashing waves—a testament to his talent for depicting landscapes with precision and depth. Gardner also ventured into scenic views beyond England; "A View in the Pennines" transports viewers into serene mountainscapes filled with rolling hills and picturesque valleys—showcasing yet another facet of his versatile skills as an artist. "The Castle from Rafts, " created around 1900, offers a unique perspective on architecture by featuring an unconventional viewpoint.