Biography Collection (#4)

Shakespeare buying a book from a bookstall in St Pauls Churchyard, London (colour litho)
2791645 Shakespeare buying a book from a bookstall in St Pauls Churchyard, London (colour litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shakespeare at the Heralds College on Pauls Wharf Hill to discuss his fathers coat of arms (colour litho)
2791637 Shakespeare at the Heralds College on Pauls Wharf Hill to discuss his fathers coat of arms (colour litho) by Hatherell

He continued to traverse various streets, till at length he had finished his roll (engraving)
2791683 He continued to traverse various streets, till at length he had finished his roll (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Napoleon passed the Mont St Bernard riding a mule, guided by a young man who he rewarded generously
3100987 Napoleon passed the Mont St Bernard riding a mule, guided by a young man who he rewarded generously, 16 May 1800 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Napoleon and his army crossing the Rhine at Kehl, 1 October 1805 (colour litho)
3100892 Napoleon and his army crossing the Rhine at Kehl, 1 October 1805 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Napoleon reviewing the French Army after signing the Treaties of Tilsit, 7 July 1807 (colour litho)
3100878 Napoleon reviewing the French Army after signing the Treaties of Tilsit, 7 July 1807 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

"Excuse me, Sir!", 18 October 1813 (colour litho)
3100871 " Excuse me, Sir!", 18 October 1813 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Excuse me, Sir)

The city of Grenoble opens its gates to Napoleon on his return from exile on Elba, 7 March 1815 (colour litho)
3100868 The city of Grenoble opens its gates to Napoleon on his return from exile on Elba, 7 March 1815 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a
3100864 On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a cantiniere, 10-11 February 1814 (colour litho) by Job

Napoleon loading a cannon like a common soldier at the Siege of Toulon, 1793 (colour litho)
3100862 Napoleon loading a cannon like a common soldier at the Siege of Toulon, 1793 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

While under arrest in Valence in 1786, Napoleon took the opportunity to read the Digeste
3100859 While under arrest in Valence in 1786, Napoleon took the opportunity to read the Digeste and strengthen his knowledge of the law (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Illustration for life of Jonathan Swift (engraving)
5989460 Illustration for life of Jonathan Swift (engraving) by Morten, Thomas (1836-66); Private Collection; (add.info.: " That bereaved and miserable man)

The Wise Men following the Star (engraving)
5992545 The Wise Men following the Star (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wise Men following the Star)

Salome before Herod (engraving)
5992489 Salome before Herod (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salome before Herod)

Jesus sought by his Mother and his Brethren (engraving)
5992483 Jesus sought by his Mother and his Brethren (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus sought by his Mother and his Brethren)

Washing the Feet of Guests at a Feast (engraving)
5992470 Washing the Feet of Guests at a Feast (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washing the Feet of Guests at a Feast)

Living in Tabernacles (engraving)
5992455 Living in Tabernacles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Living in Tabernacles)

Christ and Salome (engraving)
5992452 Christ and Salome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ and Salome)

Peter warming himself at the Fire (engraving)
5992403 Peter warming himself at the Fire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter warming himself at the Fire)

Christ led forth wearing the Crown of Thorns (engraving)
5992398 Christ led forth wearing the Crown of Thorns (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ led forth wearing the Crown of Thorns)

"He went out and wept bitterly"(engraving)
5992396 " He went out and wept bitterly" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Soldiers dividing the Garments (engraving)
5992388 The Soldiers dividing the Garments (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soldiers dividing the Garments)

The Eight Witnesses of Shelleys Cremation (b / w photo)
5992366 The Eight Witnesses of Shelleys Cremation (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eight Witnesses of Shelleys Cremation)

Meeting of the Sanhedrin (engraving)
5992537 Meeting of the Sanhedrin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meeting of the Sanhedrin)

Jewish Wedding Feast (engraving)
5992510 Jewish Wedding Feast (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jewish Wedding Feast)

View of the Site of Nain (engraving)
5992493 View of the Site of Nain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Site of Nain)

The "Blessing of Separation"(engraving)
5992490 The " Blessing of Separation" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Labourers in the Vineyard (engraving)
5992487 The Labourers in the Vineyard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Labourers in the Vineyard)

Christ and the Gadarenes (engraving)
5992480 Christ and the Gadarenes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ and the Gadarenes)

The Penitent washing the Feet of Christ (engraving)
5992472 The Penitent washing the Feet of Christ (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Penitent washing the Feet of Christ)

The Waving of the Branches at the Feast of Tabernacles (engraving)
5992456 The Waving of the Branches at the Feast of Tabernacles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waving of the Branches at the Feast of Tabernacles)

Plan of the Temple in the Days of Herod (engraving)
5992453 Plan of the Temple in the Days of Herod (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Temple in the Days of Herod)

The Children in the Temple (engraving)
5992447 The Children in the Temple (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Children in the Temple)

Christ healing Malchus (engraving)
5992415 Christ healing Malchus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ healing Malchus)

Christ before Herod (engraving)
5992405 Christ before Herod (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ before Herod)

The Miraculous Draught of Fishes (engraving)
5992384 The Miraculous Draught of Fishes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Miraculous Draught of Fishes)

The "Sophocles"taken from Shelleys Dead Hand, Bodleian Library (b / w photo)
5992379 The " Sophocles" taken from Shelleys Dead Hand, Bodleian Library (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Charles Dickenss Swiss Chalet, in which the last lines of Edwin Drood were written
5226948 Charles Dickenss Swiss Chalet, in which the last lines of Edwin Drood were written, it now stands in Cobham Park (b/w photo) by English Photographer

No 15 Furnivals Inn, Holborn, London, Residence of Charles Dickens, 1835-37 (litho)
5226939 No 15 Furnivals Inn, Holborn, London, Residence of Charles Dickens, 1835-37 (litho) by Kitton, Frederick George (1856-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: No 15 Furnivals Inn, Holborn)

Napoleon and his Suite leaving for Mass (colour litho)
5214838 Napoleon and his Suite leaving for Mass (colour litho) by Myrbach-Rheinfeld, Felicien baron de (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon and his Suite leaving for Mass)

The Return from Elba (colour litho)
5214822 The Return from Elba (colour litho) by Myrbach-Rheinfeld, Felicien baron de (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return from Elba)

After Aspern (colour litho)
5214829 After Aspern (colour litho) by Myrbach-Rheinfeld, Felicien baron de (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: After Aspern)

Ancient Causeway in Cock Mill Wood, near Whitby, Yorkshire (engraving)
5210744 Ancient Causeway in Cock Mill Wood, near Whitby, Yorkshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Causeway in Cock Mill Wood, near Whitby)

Eversley Church (engraving)
5209264 Eversley Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eversley Church. Illustration for Leaders Upward and Onward edited by Henry C Ewart)

Archibald Campbell Tait (engraving)
5209255 Archibald Campbell Tait (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archibald Campbell Tait)

Interior of Glasgow Cathedral (engraving)
5209248 Interior of Glasgow Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of Glasgow Cathedral)

The Crucifixion of St Peter (engraving)
5224140 The Crucifixion of St Peter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crucifixion of St Peter)

The raising of Jairus daughter (engraving)
5224133 The raising of Jairus daughter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The raising of Jairus daughter)

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"Capturing Lives: A Glimpse into the World of Biography" Biography, an art form that immortalizes individuals through words and images, has been a fascinating medium for centuries. From Lytton Strachey's captivating oil painting in 1916 to Nikolay Urvantsev's groundbreaking geological discoveries, these biographical hints offer glimpses into diverse lives. In one frame, we witness the loyalty and camaraderie between soldiers and their canine companions as they salute Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte during the early 19th century. The power dynamics between humans and animals are beautifully depicted in this color lithograph. Love finds its place amidst history as Beatrix Potter and William Heelis unite on their wedding day. This black-and-white photograph captures their joyous moment, forever etching it in time. Amidst the chaos of war, Mr. Churchill stands amidst the ruins of the House of Commons after a devastating bombing in May 1941. His contemplative gaze reflects resilience and determination in times of adversity. Beatrix Potter reappears years later through another monochromatic lens; her image from 1943 showcases her enduring spirit even during challenging times. Artistic interpretations also find their way into biography with engravings like "The Departure of Judas" portraying biblical narratives or "Zacchaeus in the Tree, " capturing moments from religious texts that continue to inspire generations. Shifting our focus to Shelley's tombstone at Rome, a haunting black-and-white photo reminds us of his poetic legacy while evoking emotions tied to mortality and remembrance. An unknown creator takes us back to 1901 with "An Ambuscade, " an artwork shrouded in mystery yet offering insight into historical events or personal stories waiting to be uncovered. James Boswell comes alive through pencil strokes on paper—a glimpse into his life during late-18th-century Scotland—reminding us of the power of portraiture to preserve memories.