Alice Ellen Terry Collection

Ellen Terry, 1864, (1942). Creator: George Frederick Watts
Ellen Terry, 1864, (1942). Portrait of British actress Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928), the leading Shakespearean actress of her time

Dame Alice Ellen Terry as Mrs Page in Merry Wives of Windsor
3586283 Dame Alice Ellen Terry as Mrs Page in Merry Wives of Windsor'; (add.info.: Photograph of Dame Alice Ellen Terry (1847-1928) an English actress

Terry, Ellen, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915

Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915

Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915

Ellen Terry, at the age of sixteen, 1864, printed ca. 1913. Terry was a popular child actress of the British stage. This photograph was most likely taken just after she married the eccentric painter

Miss Ellen Terry, from Worlds Beauties, Series 1 (N26) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Portia, 1886. Creator: John Everett Millais
Portia, 1886. Actress Ellen Terry (1847-1928) in one of her most famous roles, Portia in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice

Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons Becket at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901)
Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons " Becket" at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901). Actors Henry Irving (as Thomas Becket) and Ellen Terry (as Rosamund)

Ellen Terry, c1863, (1948). Creator: Lewis Carroll
Ellen Terry, c1863, (1948). Portrait of British actress Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928). Terry was the leading Shakespearean actress of her time

Ellen Terry, British actress, 1887. Artist: Ernest Barraud
Ellen Terry, British actress, 1887. A photograph from The Theatre, A Monthly Review, Volume X, July to December, 1887, Carson & Comerford, London, 1887

Ellen Terry, British actress, c1900s(?). Artist: Rotary Photo
Ellen Terry, British actress, c1900s(?). Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928) was the leading Shakespearean actress of her time

Dame Ellen Terry, English stage actress, 1901. Artist: Window & Grove
Dame Ellen Terry, English stage actress, 1901. Pictured in the role of Lady Macbeth

Miss Ellen Terry as Lady Macbeth, 1906, (1912). Artist: John Singer Sargent
Miss Ellen Terry as Lady Macbeth, 1906, (1912). The famous actress, Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928), is shown here in the role of Lady Macbeth

Ellen Terry in Henry VIII, c1902. Artist: Window & Grove
Ellen Terry in Henry VIII, c1902. English stage actress Ellen Terry as Catherine of Aragon in Shakespeares Henry VIII

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Alice Ellen Terry was a renowned British stage actress who captivated audiences with her talent and beauty. Born in 1864, she began her acting career at a young age and quickly rose to fame. One of the most iconic images of Ellen Terry is a portrait created by George Frederick Watts in 1942, showcasing her timeless elegance. At just sixteen years old, Ellen Terry's talent shone through as depicted in a printed image from 1864. This captivating photograph, printed around 1913, showcases the youthful exuberance that would define her illustrious career. Ellen Terry's enchanting presence extended beyond the stage as well. In an advertisement for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes' World Beauties series, she graced the card titled "Miss Ellen Terry. " Her radiant smile and graceful demeanor made her an ideal choice for this collection. Throughout her career, Ellen Terry collaborated with esteemed artists such as John Everett Millais and Lewis Carroll. In Millais' painting "Portia" from 1886, he captured Terry's poise and intelligence while portraying Shakespeare's iconic character. One of the highlights of Ellen Terry's career was her partnership with Henry Irving. Together they performed Tennyson's "Becket" at Windsor Castle in 1893. A photograph taken during their performance captures their chemistry on stage and showcases their remarkable talent. Ellen Terry remained an influential figure even after retiring from acting. A photograph taken around 1900s portrays her regal aura while highlighting Rotary Photo's artistic prowess. In recognition of her contributions to theater arts, Dame Ellen Terry received numerous accolades throughout her life. An artistically rendered portrait from Window & Grove in 1901 immortalizes this distinguished honor bestowed upon this legendary actress. Known for taking on challenging roles like Lady Macbeth, Ellen Terry showcased versatility that few could match. The famous painting by John Singer Sargent captures both the intensity and vulnerability of her portrayal, solidifying her status as a theatrical icon.