Arthurian Collection (#7)

Young Owen Appeals to the King, 1911. How Arthur was made king and won his kingdom. From Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert, first edition, 1911

Arthur Draws the Sword from the Stone, 1911
Arthur Draws the Sword form the Stone, 1911. The young Arthur pulls the sword from the stone to become King of England. Frontispiece of Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert

Then they went to Sir Galahad, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Then they went to Sir Galahad, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

How Mordred plotted against Sir Launcelot, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
How Mordred plotted against Sir Launcelot, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Found the Queen Dead, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Found the Queen Dead, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Sir Galahad at the Abbey, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Sir Galahad at the Abbey, 1905. Sir Galahad, a Knight of the Round Table, was the son of Sir Lancelot and achiever of the Holy Grail

The Three Queens, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
The Three Queens, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Rushed Upon the Astonished Throng, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Rushed Upon the Astonished Throng, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Queen Guenevere, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Queen Guenevere, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

The Barge floated down the River, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
The Barge floated down the River, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

How Sir Launcelot saw the Holy Grail, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
How Sir Launcelot saw the Holy Grail, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Sore was the contest, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Sore was the contest, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

A lady weeping bitterly, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
A lady weeping bitterly, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Struck him such a blow, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Struck him such a blow, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

As they waiting on the little woodland knoll, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
As they waiting on the little woodland knoll, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

The conversion of Sir Palamides, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
The conversion of Sir Palamides, 1905. Sir Palamedes was a Saracen who converted to Christianity in the Arthurian legend. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur

At the door of one stood a lady, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
At the door of one.. stood a lady, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Palamides appeared before her, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Palamides appeared before her, 1905. Palamides was in love with Isolde, which brought trouble between Tristan and Palamides

King Anguish gives Isolt to Sir Tristram, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
King Anguish gives Isolt to Sir Tristram, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

How Tristram abode at the court of King Anguish of Ireland, 1905. Sir Tristram, Knight of the Round Table, stays with the King of Ireland to bring back his daughter, Iseult, for King Mark

The Magic Potion, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
The Magic Potion, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Put away from you that sword, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Put away from you that sword, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

The Queen cried to him to forbear, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
The Queen cried to him to forbear, 1905. The Queen tries to poison her stepson Tristram, when her husband nearly drinks the poison instead

Sir Launcelot, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Sir Launcelot, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

They met with an Old Man, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
They met with an Old Man, 1905. Sir Balan and Sir Balin meet with Merlin, disguised as an old man. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Queen Morgan le Fay, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Queen Morgan le Fay, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

She caused the rock to shut down, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
She caused the rock to shut down, 1905. Vivien turns on her own master, Merlin, tricking him to enter the rock which she then closes on him

Morgan le Fay with Excalibur, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Morgan le Fay with Excalibur, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Annoure brought the King out upon the battlements, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Annoure brought the King out upon the battlements, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Parsifal, c. 1891, (1946). Artist: Odilon Redon
Parsifal, c.1891, (1946). Print inspired by the knight Parzival (Percival) from Arthurian legend, and his quest for the Holy Grail

Title-Page Designed by Aubrey Beardsley for Messrs. J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, 1909, (1914). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Title-Page Designed by Aubrey Beardsley for Messrs. J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, 1909, (1914). Illustrated edition of Le Morte d Arthur (the death of Arthur) by Thomas Malory (c.1415-1471)

Sir Bedivere casts the sword Excalibur into the Lake, 1911. Artist: Walter Crane
Sir Bedivere casts the sword Excalibur into the Lake, 1911. Of the rebellion of Mordred and death of King Arthur. From Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert, first edition, 1911

Young Owen Appeals to the King, 1911. Artist: Walter Crane
Young Owen Appeals to the King, 1911. How Arthur was made king and won his kingdom. From Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert, first edition, 1911

King Arthur and the Knights at the Round Table. Miniature of the incunable of Lancelot du Lac, by A. Verard. 1490. National Library. Paris. France

MERLIN THE MAGICIAN, 1923. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for The Story
MERLIN THE MAGICIAN, 1923. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for " The Story of King Arthur & His Knights" by Sir James Knowles, 1923

KING ARTHUR AND EXCALIBUR. King Arthur receiving the sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for The Story of King Arthur & His Knights

The Lady of Shalott, c. 1875 (oil on canvas)
XYC152741 The Lady of Shalott, c.1875 (oil on canvas) by Grimshaw, John Atkinson (1836-93); 61x91.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, New Haven, USA; Gift of Pamela Askew; English, out of copyright

The young Arthur draws the sword Excalibur from the stone. After an illustration by 19th century artist Archibald Stevenson Forrest; Illustration

Christmas at the court of King Arthur, after the painting by Sir John Gilbert. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

For one moment Percivale saw him stand out clear as a star. From Knights of the Grail: Lohengrin, Galahad published 1909

Bagdemagus broke his own spear against his enemys armour. From Knights of the Grail: Lohengrin, Galahad published 1909

The coming of Galahad. From Knights of the Grail: Lohengrin, Galahad published 1909

Lohengrin slays Count Frederick. From Knights of the Grail: Lohengrin, Galahad published 1909

She went to meet him with outstretched hands. Frontispiece from Knights of the Grail: Lohengrin, Galahad published 1909

Knights Of The Round Table, After A Miniature In A Manuscript In The Bibliotheque Royale. From Le Magasin Pittoresque, Published 1843

Launcelot And Guinivere. After A Miniature From A 14Th Century Manuscript. From Science And Literature In The Middle Ages By Paul Lacroix Published London 1878

Sir Lancelot Kneels In Front Of Queen Guinevere. 19Th Century Engraving After 12Th Century Original

Sir Galahad. Illustration From The Book The Gateway To Tennyson Published 1910

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"Unveiling the Enchanting World Legends: From Shadows to Glory" Step into a realm where shadows intertwine with destiny, as depicted in John William Waterhouse's masterpiece "I am half sick of shadows, c1911. " The ethereal painting captures the essence tales, where magic and mystery reign supreme. In one corner, we find Merlin and Vivien standing beneath an ancient tree. Their enigmatic connection hints at the intricate web of fate that binds them together. Meanwhile, "The Attainment; The Vision of the Holy Grail to Sir Galahad, Sir Bors and Sir Percival" transports us to a sacred moment when these noble knights glimpse their ultimate quest. Waterhouse's enchantment continues with "The Lady of Shalott, " her haunting beauty encapsulating the tragic tale that unfolds within Camelot's walls. Yet hope prevails as Lancelot emerges to save Arthur from perilous situations time and again. The bravery showcased in this act echoes throughout history. As we venture further into this mythical world, we encounter "Die Gralburg, " a testament to the enduring allure surrounding the Holy Grail. Its power captivates all who seek it but remains elusive for most. However, amidst trials and tribulations, Arthur weds Guinevere—a union that symbolizes love's triumph over adversity. Galahad takes his rightful place among legendary knights at King Arthur's Round Table—an assembly embodying chivalry and honor beyond measure. Excalibur gleams under Beardsley's skilled hand—its significance resonating far beyond its physical form. No retelling is complete without paying homage to Merlin—the wise sorcerer whose guidance shapes destinies across generations. Tristran & Isolde epitomize forbidden love entangled in tragedy—a poignant reminder that even heroes are not immune to heartache.