Briton Collection (#3)

Boadicea haranguing the Britons (oil on canvas)
CH401391 Boadicea haranguing the Britons (oil on canvas) by Opie, John (1761-1807); 216x162.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The South African War, Campaigning, and after (b / w photo)
1600595 The South African War, Campaigning, and after (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South African War, Campaigning, and after)

Caractacus (engraving)
3626255 Caractacus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caractacus. Illustration for London edited by Charles Knight (Virtue, c 1875)

Caesar crosses the Thames, illustration from Hutchinson
STC363596 Caesar crosses the Thames, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Ward, Charles Daniel (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Phoenicians Trading with Early Britons, illustration from Hutchinson
IL335173 Phoenicians Trading with Early Britons, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations (colour litho) by Leighton

Dress of the Britons, Gauls and Germans, from Trachten der Voelker
BAL246079 Dress of the Britons, Gauls and Germans, from Trachten der Voelker, 1864 (colour litho) by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

London Guildhall, Gog and Magog and the Mansion House
6340353 London Guildhall, Gog and Magog and the Mansion House by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: London Guildhall, Gog and Magog and the Mansion House)

The Triumphant Britons, 1780 (engraving)
2632309 The Triumphant Britons, 1780 (engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: Published by Hannah Humphrey in 1780); English

Druids inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans
STC385201 Druids inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

St. Augustine before Ethelbert, engraved by A. Smith, illustration from David Hume
STC429640 St. Augustine before Ethelbert, engraved by A. Smith, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R

The Trials of a Jealous Husband, the Tale of a Trip to Paris (colour litho)
1037544 The Trials of a Jealous Husband, the Tale of a Trip to Paris (colour litho) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trials of a Jealous Husband)

Landing of the Romans on the coast of Kent, illustration from Cassell
STC385200 Landing of the Romans on the coast of Kent, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

St. Augustine preaching to Ethelbert, illustration from A History of England
STC373470 St. Augustine preaching to Ethelbert, illustration from A History of England by C.R.L. Fletcher and Rudyard Kipling, 1911 (litho) by Ford

St. Augustine preaching to the Saxons, 597, illustration from Hutchinson
STC363600 St. Augustine preaching to the Saxons, 597, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Carlil

Boadicea haranging the Britons, engraved by Sharp, illustration from David Hume
STC429638 Boadicea haranging the Britons, engraved by Sharp, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R

Vespasian rescued by his son Titus, illustration from Hutchinson
STC306654 Vespasian rescued by his son Titus, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the Nation (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

How the Briton amuses himself Abroad, a Cigar Race (engraving)
1047174 How the Briton amuses himself Abroad, a Cigar Race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How the Briton amuses himself Abroad, a Cigar Race)

Interior of the temporary Vienna Universal Exhibition, showing the English court. Date: 1873

Phoebus Apollo, 1895-8. Creator: Briton Riviere
Phoebus Apollo, 1895-8

ROMANISED BRITON
A Romanised Briton with his sword, and a weapon-maker Date: 3rd century

BRITON RIVIERE / DOWNEY
BRITON RIVIERE British artist Date: 1840 -

Festival of the Britons, Ancient Stonehenge
Vintage engraving of Festival of the Britons, Ancient Stonehenge. 1815, The Costume of the Original Inhabitants of the British Islands, by MEYRICK, Samuel Rush and SMITH Charles Hamilton

Landing of Julius Caesar, c1890. Creator: Unknown
Landing of Julius Caesar, c1890. Julius Caesar (100 BC- 44 BC) first landed in Britain on August 26th, 55 BC in Pegwell Bay on the Isle of Thanet, Kent

Beyond Mans Footsteps, c1894, (c1930). Creator: Briton Riviere
Beyond Mans Footsteps, c1894, (c1930). A polar bear watches the sunset in the icy wilderness of the Arctic. The artist did not visit the region: he drew a captive bear in London Zoo

An Old World Wanderer, 1887, (c1930). Creator: Briton Riviere
An Old World Wanderer, 1887, (c1930). Mythological scene: young man on a beach with seagulls. Painting in the Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery, Nottingham

The Britons submitting to Claudius, 1773. Creator: James Taylor
The Britons submitting to Claudius, 1773. Emperor Claudius, reigned AD41-54. ordered the invasion of Britain....the Romans met a large army of Britons

Briton Riviere R. A. at work
Briton Riviere R.A. at work (1840-1920) - British artist of Huguenot descent Date: circa 1910s

A Celtic Chieftain in Civil Dress, 1924. Creator: Herbert Norris
A Celtic Chieftain in Civil Dress, 1924. From " Costume & Fashion - The Evolution of European Dress Through the Earlier Ages", by Herbert Norris. [J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, E. P

The King Drinks, 1881, (1922). Creator: Briton Riviere
The King Drinks, 1881, (1922). A lion lapping water from a river. Painting in the Royal Academy, London. From " Bibbys Annual 1922", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, London, 1922]

The Hunter Hunted, late 19th-early 20th century, (1922). Creator: Briton Riviere
The Hunter Hunted, late 19th-early 20th century, (1922). Lion attacking a chariot, inspired by ancient Babylonian hunting scenes. From " Bibbys Annual 1922", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J

Phoebus Apollo, 1895, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Phoebus Apollo, 1895, (c1902). After a painting in the Birmingham Museums Trust collection. The Ancient Greek god Apollo driving a chariot pulled by lions. From The Nations Pictures

The Last of the Garrison, c1875, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
The Last of the Garrison, c1875, (c1902). After a painting in the Manchester Art Gallery. A bloodhound lies across a wooden door blown off its hinges and full of gunfire holes

On the bank of an African river, 1918. Artist: Briton Riviere
On the bank of an African river, 1918. Showing three lionesses and a lion

Alfred Fowell Buxton, 1917. Artist: Briton Riviere
Alfred Fowell Buxton, 1917. Seated portait of a bearded man, resting one hand on his cheek. The chain of his watch is just visible attached to his waistcoat

Grand Conventional Festival of the Britons, 1815. Artist: Robert Havell
Grand Conventional Festival of the Britons, 1815. A large gathering at Stonehenge

Queen Boadicea and her Soldiers, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Queen Boadicea, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Submission of the Britons to the Roman Emperor Claudius, c1787. From A New, Universal and Impartial History of England: From the Earliest Authentic Records, and most Genuine Historical Evidence

Wicker man, 1st century AD, (1832). A large figure of a man, constructed from flexible sticks, being filled with people prior to being set on fire

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie!, 1880, (1912). Artist: Briton Riviere
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie!, 1880, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Boadicea haranguing the Britons, 1859. Queen of the British Celtic Iceni tribe who led an uprising against the occupying forces of the Roman Empire. After Thomas Stothard (1755-1834)

War trappings of the ancient Britons, 1933-1934. Featured include: a bronze helmet with red enamel studs, found in the Thames; an armlet with inlaid enamel; a sword hilt in bronze;

Briton Riviere, artist and Royal Academician, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Briton Riviere, artist and Royal Academician, 1882. Riviere (1840-1920) was a painter who specialised in Classical scenes as well as animal pictures. He became a Royal Academician in 1881

Dog Chasing a Rat, 19th or early 20th century. Artist: Briton Riviere
Dog Chasing a Rat, 19th or early 20th century. Found in the collection of the State M Ciurlionis Art Museum, Kaunas, Lithuania

Europeans of the early Middle Ages
European family of the early Middle Ages. Antique hand-colored print

Bronze Age Europeans
European couple of the Bronze Age. Antique hand-colored print

Barbarian tribesmen of the Roman Empire
European tribesmen, known as barbarians to the Romans. Antique hand-colored print

Anglo-Saxon warriors, circa 900 A. D
Anglo-Saxon warriors of the tenth century, British Isles. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Briton, a term that evokes the rich history and culture of the British Isles. From Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe, who fearlessly led her people against Roman invaders, to the antique map depicting Britain under Ancient Roman rule, this land has witnessed countless tales of bravery and resilience. One cannot overlook the artistic contributions Riviere, whose works capture both biblical narratives and historical events. In "Sympathy, " Riviere's brushstrokes convey deep emotions as he portrays a young girl comforting a wounded animal. Similarly, his painting "Daniel in the Lions Den" transports us to ancient times when faith triumphed over adversity. Riviere's masterpiece "Christ in the Wilderness" invites contemplation as we witness Jesus' solitude amidst nature's harshness. His work "In Manus Tuas Domine. " depicts profound devotion with its depiction of a man kneeling before an altar. Beyond Riviere's artistry lies Boadicea (Boudica), another fierce leader who incited Britons to revolt against their oppressors. Her unwavering spirit continues to inspire generations even today. Herbert Norris also pays homage to Boadicea through his portrayal of A Celtic Chieftainess. This artwork captures her regal presence and warrior-like demeanor. The remnants of Roman influence can still be seen in Wales' Roman Wall—a testament to Britain's complex past and cultural amalgamation. Lastly, Riviere's painting "The Temptation in the Wilderness" draws us into Christ's struggle against temptation—an eternal battle faced by all humanity. Through these glimpses into history and artistry, we are reminded that Briton is not merely a geographical term but rather an embodiment of courage, creativity, and endurance that reverberates throughout time.