Wimperis Collection

Edmund Wimperis FRIBA, architect
Caricature of Edmund Wimperis FRIBA (Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects), architect, by Philippe Ledoux Date: circa 1930

Arthur Wimperis, composer and screenwriter
Caricature of Arthur Wimperis, composer and screenwriter, by Philippe Ledoux Date: circa 1930

Lansdowne House, Berkeley Square, London (b / w photo)
6000919 Lansdowne House, Berkeley Square, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lansdowne House, Berkeley Square, London)

Sussex, c1870-1900, (1906). Creator: Edmund Morison Wimperis
Sussex, c1870-1900, (1906). Watercolour by Edmund Morison Wimperis (1825-1900). From " The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours", edited by Charles Holme

Near Barmouth, 1883, (1938). Artist: Edmund Morison Wimperis
Near Barmouth, 1883, (1938). Painting held at the Williamson Art Gallery & Museum, Birkenhead. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume IV

The Ford, 1890, (1938). Artist: Edmund Morison Wimperis
The Ford, 1890, (1938). Painting held at the Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum, Cheltenham. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume IV

The Arcadians by Mark Ambient and Alexander M Thompson
The Arcadians, a musical comedy by Mark Ambient and Alexander M Thompson, with lyrics by Arthur Wimperis and music by Lionel Monckton and Howard Talbot

Music cover, Gilbert the Filbert, words by Arthur Wimperis, music by Herman Finck, sung by Basil Hallam, from Alfred Butts The Passing Show, Palace Theatre, London. 1914

Song of the Sea by Arthur Wimperis & Lauri Wylie
Promotional postcard for Song of the Sea by Arthur Wimperis & Lauri Wylie from the German musical Lady Hamilton; music Eduard Kunneke (Schauspielhaus, Breslau, 25th September 1926)

Princess Charming by Arthur Wimperis and Lauri Wylie
Promotional postcard for Princess Charming adapted by Arthur Wimperis and Lauri Wylie from the Hungarian of Ferencz Martos; music Albert Szimal

The Passing Show revue by Arthur Wimperis
Promotional flyer for The Passing Show revue by Arthur Wimperis; music Herman Finck. First produced at the Palace Theatre, 20th April 1914. Front page of a single page flyer for the Palace. Date: 1914

London, Paris and New York by Arthur Wimperis
Promotional postcard for London, Paris and New York revue by Arthur Wimperis; music Herman Darewski. First produced London Pavilion, 4th September 1920. Artist: W. K. Haselden

The Laughing Husband by Arthur WImperis
Promotional postcard for The Laughing Husband by Arthur Wimperis; music E. Eysler. First produced at the New Theatre, 2nd October 1913. Artist; John Hassall. Date: 1913

The Girl in the Taxi by F Fenn and A Wimperis
Promotional postcard for The Girl in the Taxi adapted by Frederick Fenn Date: 1915

The Riverside Pasture (1898). Wimperis, Edmund Morison 1835 - 1900. Date: 1898

A Sunny Vale (1884). Wimperis, Edmund Morison 1835 - 1900. Date: 1884

A Scotch Moor. by E. M. Wimperis
A Scotch Moor. by E.M. Wimperis

H E Wimperis - RAeS President
H.E. Wimperis, CB, CBE, MA, MIEE, FRAeS, RAeS President 1936-1938. Date: 1936

Portrait of H E Wimperis
Portrait of H.E. Wimperis, CB, CBE, MA, MIEE, FRAeS, RAeS President 1936-1938. Date: 1936

A Scotch Moor. by E. M. Wimperis
A Scotch Moor. by E.M. Wimperis

UGANDA: MURCHISON FALLS. A view of Murchison Falls, where the waters of the Nile flow into Lake Albert in western Uganda. Wood engraving, English, 1866, after Edmund Morison Wimperis

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Wimperis, a name that resonates with creativity and talent across different artistic realms. From the architectural brilliance of Edmund Wimperis FRIBA to the musical genius of Arthur Wimperis, this family has left an indelible mark on the world. Edmund Wimperis, renowned architect, brought his vision to life in iconic structures like Lansdowne House in Berkeley Square, London. A captivating black and white photograph captures its grandeur, showcasing his mastery of design. But it wasn't just buildings that Edmund excelled at; he was also a skilled artist who captured the beauty of Sussex during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His paintings transport us to picturesque landscapes near Barmouth in 1883 and The Ford in 1890. Through his brushstrokes, we can almost feel the serenity and tranquility emanating from these scenes. Meanwhile, Arthur Wimperis made waves as a composer and screenwriter. His contributions to musical theater are legendary - "The Arcadians" by Mark Ambient and Alexander M Thompson being one such masterpiece. The music cover for "Gilbert the Filbert" showcases Arthur's ability to create catchy tunes that resonate with audiences even today. But it doesn't stop there; Arthur's lyrical prowess shines through in songs like "Song of the Sea, " co-written with Lauri Wylie for their production titled Princess Charming. He also penned memorable numbers for The Passing Show revue as well as London, Paris, and New York – proving his versatility as a songwriter. The legacy lives on through their remarkable achievements - be it architectural marvels or unforgettable melodies that have stood the test of time. Their contributions continue to inspire artists across generations while reminding us all of what true creative brilliance looks like.