Baynes Collection (#2)

Martin Luther with his Family and their Christmas Tree
The Christmas Tree in History and Legend: Martin Luthers Tree. It is thought (in some quarters) that Martin Luther (and the early Lutherans) were the originators of the Christmas Tree custom

Fantascope disc, 1833. Artist: Thomas Mann Baynes
Fantascope (Phenakistoscope), 1833. An optical toy depending on persistence of vision for its effect. The disc shows multiple images of cat chasing a bird

Man in a Horse-Drawn Cart
A 19th century man with a top hat on riding a horse drawn cart through a lane. The man has come out of a part of the road which is surrounded by trees

The Road to Bethlehem - Mary and Joseph
This picture shows Mary and Joseph on the way to Bethlehem for the census and birth of Jesus. Mary is shown with a halo and riding the donkey with Joseph leading them

Medieval and Elizabethan Games and Pastimes
This picture shows some games and pastimes of people between 13th-16th century. It shows activities done by children such as watching puppet shows and things like deer hunting for adults

Victorian childrens Christmas party by Pauline Baynes
A Pauline Baynes illustration of a Victorian childrens Christmas party showing a typical Victorian drawing room with its homely clutter of bric-a-brac and elaborate decoration

Trees in Superstition and Legend by Pauline Baynes
Illustration by Pauline Baynes depicting the various trees of legends and superstition

Historyland by Pauline Baynes
Twenty seven key episodes in British history in one fabulously detailed illustration by Pauline Baynes. From the founding of the Order of the Garter by Edward III in the top left

The Pavilion, Hans Place, Chelsea, c1810 (1911). Artist: Thomas Mann Baynes
The Pavilion, Hans Place, Chelsea, c1810 (1911). Views of Hans Place Pavilion, designed by architect Henry Holland (1745-1806)

Dock Yard, Sheerness, Kent, 1830. Artist: T Garner
Dock Yard, Sheerness, Kent, 1830. Situated on the Isle of Sheppey at the mouth of the River Medway, Sheerness was a Royal Navy dockyard from 1669 until 1960, when it closed

St James Cemetery, Liverpool, looking north, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Mann Baynes
St James Cemetery, Liverpool, looking north, 19th century

Booklet of instructions for a Fantascope, 1833. Artist: Thomas Mann Baynes
Booklet of instructions for a Fantascope, 1833. The Fantascope or Phenakistoscope was an optical toy depending on persistence of vision for its effect

Alfred Henry Baynes
ALFRED HENRY BAYNES English geographer Date: -

Romantic 19th Century Couple
A 19th century couple in an open top carriage or horse-drawn cart are driving through the countryside together. The man is driving and the woman is looking at things passing by

Christmas Morning - Bringing Home Christmas Dinner
This picture shows a later 18th century scene of a couple bringing home their Christmas dinner. They are out in a snowy countryside and behind them there is a large reindeer

Uninvited Spectators at the Christmas Revels
This is an early Victorian party scene showing two young girls looking through a door decorated with holly at a party full of adults in fine evening wear

The Clown Grimaldi Performing on a Cart
An illustration of the famous clown Grimaldi (1777-1837) performing, presumably the pantomime " Golden Fish". He is shown in a cart being pulled by dogs

Decorative border to a Story with Animals and an Angel
Illustration of many different types of animals surrounding the story " The Christmas Rose" by Dorothy Rose Hodder. The image shows insects, birds, mammals and amphibians

Man Attacking Another Man
In this picture a 17th century man holding a rifle or a musket is attacking an older man holding a pistol by grabbing his beard

17th Century Couple Meeting at Night
This picture shows a man and woman meeting and talking by a tree at night. It shows a countryside landscape with a farmhouse in the background

Aesops Fables
This picture depicts small snapshots of some of Aesops most famous fables like the hare and the tortoise and the fox and the grapes

Dogs Through the Ages
This picture shows what dogs were used for throughout history until the Victorian age. It shows famous historical figures with their dogs, such as Henry VIII and Emily BrontÙ¼áspecific types of dog

An Interpretation of the Nativity
This picture of the Nativity scene has been painted in the Persian style because of its location in the Middle East, the area of the Holy Land. It is surrounded with a border containing flowers

A Royal Sport: Queen Elizabeth I Hawking
This picture shows Queen Elizabeth I participating in the sport of hawking or falconry on a winter day in the snow. With her is a cortier holding a blindfolded bird

Serving Through the Ages - Women
This picture shows the various roles of women servants from the 14th-19th century. It starts with showing servant girls milking, harvesting

Pastime With Good Company
This picture shows a Christmas scene at Henry VIIIs table as the boars head is carried in and The Kings Ballad (Pastime With Good Company) is sung. The song was composed by Henry VIII himself

Childrens Games Through the Ages
This picture shows children at play from the middle ages to 150 years ago. It has lots of differen scenes of children playing different types of games

Youngman-Baynes High Lift, G-AMBL, used Percival Proctor components

Fantascope: optical toy depending on persistence of vision for its effect. Disc with multiple images of cat chasing a bird

An Elizabethan Banquet by Pauline Baynes
A detailed scene showing an Elizabeth banquet with entertainers in costume playing music and dancing while servants bring in platters of elaborate pies and dressed roast meats

Autumn painted by Pauline Baynes
A boy and a girl in the Elizabethan era pictured picking blackberries while in the background, horsemen are hunting a stag

An 18th Century Kitchen by Pauline Baynes
A galaxy of eighteenth century food and a kitchen scene showing food preparation. From the top is a Stargazey pie, then a baked ham stuffed with apricots, fried apple pasties

Preparing the Christmas Feast by Pauline Baynes
A kitchen scene from the early 17th century along with examples of dishes eaten at Christmas during this period. These include a bowl of lemon mincemeat, a beef and samphire hash, scorched chestnuts

Cussons Soap advertisment
Advertisement for Cussons soap with illustrations of elegant Regency couples by Pauline Baynes

Fairy Tales of Spring - Red Riding Hood by Pauline Baynes
Red Riding Hood illustrated by Pauline Baynes, one of four fairy tales reflecting the seasons. Little Red Riding Hood is distracted in her mission to take a basket to grandmother by the flowers in

Evergreens and flowers by Pauline Baynes
The evergreens and flowers associated with English customs and legends depicted here by Pauline Baynes in a charming design

Woe Betide or Good Luck to You by Pauline Baynes
A page of superstitions painted in intricate detail specially for Holly Leaves by Pauline Baynes. The key to the illustration is on p.46 of the issue

Carol Singers Dancing by Pauline Baynes
Decorative illustration depicting a jolly group of carol singers dancing and singing earnestly to the tune of a pipe player

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Pauline Baynes, a talented artist and illustrator, has left an indelible mark on the world of literature with her enchanting illustrations. From Chaucer's Pilgrims to Goblin Market, she has brought these timeless stories to life through her intricate artwork. In Old English Proverbs and Sayings, Baynes captures the essence of wisdom passed down through generations. Her illustrations add depth and meaning to these age-old adages, making them resonate even more with readers. Baynes's talent extends beyond folklore and proverbs; she also delves into biblical tales in Stories of the Old Testament. Through her artistry, she transports us back in time to witness the trials and triumphs of characters like Noah or Moses. Shakespeare's Bees showcases Baynes's ability to capture both whimsy and elegance. Her delicate strokes bring Shakespearean scenes buzzing with life as bees flit around iconic characters from his plays. Fairy Tales of Autumn - Hansel and Gretel takes us on a journey into magical realms where gingerbread houses come alive under Baynes's skillful hand. The warmth emanating from her illustrations perfectly complements this beloved fairy tale. As winter settles in, Fairy Tales of Winter - Cinderella enchants readers with its ethereal beauty. Baynes paints a picture-perfect scene where Cinderella finds solace amidst snowflakes falling gently around her glass slipper. The Land of Christmas Plays is another testament to Baynes's versatility as an illustrator. She brings festive cheer to every page as children perform heartwarming holiday plays against a backdrop adorned with tinsel and twinkling lights. In Frost Fair on the Thames, Baynes captures a moment frozen in time during one such fair held on London’s icy river centuries ago. With meticulous attention to detail, she recreates the bustling atmosphere filled with joyous revelers enjoying winter festivities upon frozen waters. Beyond book covers lies yet another facet of Baynes's talent.