Pyle Collection

The Nation Makers. Depicts the Battle of Brandywine of 1777 during the Revolutionary War
PYLE: NATION MAKERS, 1906. The Nation Makers. Depicts the Battle of Brandywine of 1777 during the Revolutionary War. Oil on canvas by Howard Pyle, 1906

Battle of Bunker Hill: oil on canvas, 1898, by Howard Pyle
PYLE: BATTLE OF BUNKER HILL. Battle of Bunker Hill: oil on canvas, 1898, by Howard Pyle

Robert E Lee / Pyle / Spirit
ROBERT EDWARD LEE American Confederate general on his horse, Traveler

COLONIAL PLANTER. A tobacco planter relaxing at his estate in colonial Virginia, early 18th century. Illustration, 1896, after Howard Pyle

Pirates capturing a ship
Pirates capturing a galleon on the high seas. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

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Men bringing the first Christmas tree to the village. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration by Howard Pyle

ROBIN HOOD. Robin Hood meets Will Scarlet. Pen and ink drawing by Howard Pyle from The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, 1883

George Fox / Pyle / Harpers
GEORGE FOX - Founder of the Society of Friends (Quakers) - The word of the Lord came to me, saying Cry, woe to the bloody city of Lichfield

So the Treasure Was Divided. From "The Fate of a Treasure Town", 1905. Creator: Pyle, Howard (1853-1911)
So the Treasure Was Divided. From "The Fate of a Treasure Town", 1905. Found in the collection of the Harper's Monthly Magazine

Chapman or Chapbook Seller

Bowling (oil on canvasboard)
1767538 Bowling (oil on canvasboard) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); 35.6x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bowling. Howard Pyle (1853-1911). Oil on canvasboard

A Business Transaction: The Admiral Came in His Gig of State
823171 A Business Transaction: The Admiral Came in His Gig of State, (oil en grisaille on canvasboard) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); 51x35.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Business Transaction)

Letter of Introduction (gouache on paper)
1767539 Letter of Introduction (gouache on paper) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); 24.8x29.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter of Introduction. Howard Pyle (1853-1911). Gouache on paper

Swansea SA3 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Swansea SA3 3

Isle of Wight PO38 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Isle of Wight PO38 2

Gutenberg at the Press, 1902. Creator: Pyle, Howard (1853-1911)
Gutenberg at the Press, 1902. Private Collection

Illustration from the book The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, by Howard Pyle, 1883. Artist: Howard Pyle
Illustration to the book The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle, 1883. Little John in the guise of a friar stops three ladies. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

ENGLAND: HIGHWAYMAN. Claude Duval (1643-1670) proposing a dance with a lady on the heath instead of robbing them. Engraving by Howard Pyle, late 19th century

Colonial seafarers in New York, 1700s
Recruiting sailors outside a tavern on Brownjohns wharf, New York, 1700s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

Suspected witch arrested by Massachusetts colonists, 1600s
New England Puritans arresting an old woman accused of witchcraft, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

Mrs Pyle Matson inside new Dodge countryside
Mrs. Pyle & Mrs. Matson inside new Dodge in countryside. 1920, Middle East

United States. American War of Independence (1775-1783). Declaration of Independence: General Washingtons army in New York on July 9, 1776. Engraving by Howard Pyle, 1892. Coloured

HOWARD PYLE: PIRATE. The Buccaneer Was a Picturesque Fellow. Painting from Howard Pyles Book of Pirates, 1921

HOWARD PYLE: PIRATES. Who Shall Be Captain? Painting from Howard Pyles Book of Pirates, 1921

KING ARTHUR, 1903. Receiving the sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake. Drawing, 1903, by Howard Pyle

TRIAL OF TWO WITCHES, Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Illustration by Howard Pyle

SALEM WITCH TRIALS. An old woman viewed with suspicion on the streets of Salem, Massachusetts at the time of the witch trials

MERLIN THE MAGICIAN. Drawing, 1903, by Howard Pyle

PYLE: PIRATES, 1887. Capture of the Galleon. Wood engraving after a drawing by Howard Pyle, 1887

Nathan Hale receiving instructions from George Washington in New York City for his intelligence mission behind
HALE & WASHINGTON IN NYC. Nathan Hale receiving instructions from George Washington in New York City for his intelligence mission behind the British lines. Illustration by Howard Pyle

Ohio traveler attacked by wolves, early 1800s
Samuel H. Huntington attacked by wolves in early Ohio. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

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Colonial gentleman pouring himself a dram of liquor. Hand-colored woodcut of a19th-century illustration by Howard Pyle

PYLE: FLYING DUTCHMAN, 1900. The Flying Dutchman. Painting by Howard Pyle, 1900

HOWARD PYLE: PIRATE. Buried Treasure. Illustration from Howard Pyles Book of Pirates, 1921

LOUIS HENNEPIN (1640-1701). French missionary and explorer in America. Father Hennepin celebrating mass in the wilderness, c1680. Illustration, 1897, after Howard Pyle

PYLE: KING ARTHUR. King Arthur of Britain. Drawing by Howard Pyle, 1903

CHARLES C. PYLE (1882-1939). Known as C. C. Pyle. American sports promoter and showman
CHARLES C. PYLE (1882-1939). Known as C.C. Pyle. American sports promoter and showman. Photographed with one of his clients, star football player Harold Red Grange (right), while passing through St

MORGAN LE FAY Drawing, 1903, by Howard Pyle

DUEL, 17th CENTURY. The Duel. Illustration, 1882, by Howard Pyle

GIRLS IN COLONIAL AMERICA listening to an outdoor political discussion. Illustration, 1901, by Howard Pyle

NEW ENGLAND: TEA PARTY. An outdoor tea party in 18th century colonial New England: illustration by Howard Pyle (1853-1911)

Women at the Polls in New Jersey in the Good Old Times, Drawn by Howard Pyle, US
Women at the Polls in New Jersey in the Good Old Times, Drawn by Howard Pyle, Us, Usa, America, United States, American, Engraving 1880, Politics, Political, Politic, Campaign, Patriotic

PYLE: SAINTS, 1886. The Rich Man and the Two Saints. Engraving by Howard Pyle to illustrate his short story, How the Good Gifts Were Used By Two, 1886

PYLE: SAINT CHRISTOPHER. The Poor Man and Saint Christopher. Engraving by Howard Pyle to illustrate his short story, How the Good Gifts Were Used By Two, 1886

JONATHAN WILD (c1682-1725). English thief and extortionist. Wild with a rich female client. Engraving by Howard Pyle, late 19th century

ZENGER AND BRADFORD, 1730s. William Bradford, John Peter Zengers rival publisher, walking past Zengers printing office in New York City. The Rival Editors. Drawing by Howard Pyle

ZENGER AND BRADFORD, 1730s. The Rival Editors. William Bradford, John Peter Zengers rival publisher, walking past Zengers printing office in New York City

GILCHRIST: A MAIDs CHOICE. Second verse of A Maids Choice, a Musical Pastoral by William Wallace Gilchrist, with illustrations by Howard Pyle, late 19th century

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"Pyle: The Nation Makers and the Art of History" Step into the world of Howard Pyle, a renowned American artist whose brushstrokes brought history to life. Through his masterful paintings, Pyle transported viewers back in time, capturing pivotal moments that shaped our nation. One such masterpiece is "The Battle of Brandywine, " an oil on canvas painting from 1906. This vivid depiction portrays the intensity and valor of the Revolutionary War's Battle of Brandywine in 1777. Pyle's attention to detail allows us to witness firsthand the bravery and sacrifice displayed by those who fought for independence. In another iconic work titled "Battle of Bunker Hill, " painted in 1898, Pyle immortalizes one of America's most significant battles during its fight for freedom. With every stroke, he recreates the chaos and determination that defined this historic event. Pyle's talent extended beyond war scenes as he delved into other realms like piracy. In his captivating artwork depicting pirates capturing a ship, he captures both fear and adventure with remarkable precision. Not limited to historical events alone, it also explored themes like spirituality through works such as "Robert E Lee / Pyle / Spirit. " Here we see a glimpse into the inner struggles faced by General Robert E Lee during the Civil War—a haunting portrayal that speaks volumes about human resilience amidst turmoil. But it wasn't just grand narratives that fascinated Pyle; everyday life intrigued him too. In his piece titled "Chapman or Chapbook Seller, " he offers a glimpse into street vendors peddling their wares—an ode to ordinary people shaping society in their own way. Prolific as ever, Pyle ventured beyond traditional canvases with works like "Bowling (oil on canvasboard). " This playful scene showcases his versatility while highlighting leisure activities enjoyed by Americans throughout history. Even seemingly mundane subjects found beauty under Pyle's brush. His painting "A Business Transaction.