Curator Collection

Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937)
Carriage drawn by three zebra and a horse, driven by Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937), founder of the Natural History Museum at Tring, part of the Natural History Museum, London since 1937

VELOCIPEDE, 1914. George C. Maynard, curator of technology at the United States National Museum, posing with an old velocipede, or boneshaker

William Cotton III
5305268 William Cotton III.; (add.info.: Portrait of William Cotton III by Stephen Poyntz Denning (1795-1864) an English portrait painter and gallery curator. Dated 19th Century

Laurence Binyon as Sharaku might have seen him, 1913 (woodcut, colour printing, black carbon ink)
5938072 Laurence Binyon as Sharaku might have seen him, 1913 (woodcut, colour printing, black carbon ink, coloured ink on paper) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); 23.9x17.9 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

The Late Mr. Robert Brown, Keeper of Botany in the British Museum... 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Late Mr. Robert Brown, Keeper of Botany in the British Museum, from a photograph by Maull and Polyblank, 1858. Engraving from a photograph by Maull and Polyblank

Portrait of Lorenz Spengler, Ivory Turner and Curator of the Royal Danish Kunstkammer, 1756-1757. Swiss craftsman, teacher, court artist

J.C. Spengler, Warden of the Royal Cabinet of Curiosities, 1834. Creator: Johan Ludvig Gebhard Lund
J.C. Spengler, Warden of the Royal Cabinet of Curiosities, 1834

Dr. Christian Brinton, portrait photograph, 1919 Feb. 12. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Dr. Christian Brinton, portrait photograph, 1919 Feb. 12. American art critic, curator and collector

Guest, Miss. (Freer Art Gallery), between 1890 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Guest, Miss. (Freer Art Gallery), between 1890 and 1910

Portrait of Charles Rau (1826-1887), Before 1887. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Charles Rau (1826-1887), Before 1887

Portrait of Edward Porter Henderson (1898-1992), October 8, 1938. Creator: Clyde Fisher
Portrait of Edward Porter Henderson (1898-1992), October 8, 1938

Portrait of William Henry Holmes, 1890s. Creator: United States National Museum
Portrait of William Henry Holmes, 1890s

Arab Dancers from the series Voyage to the Levant 1819 (engraving)
3480392 Arab Dancers from the series Voyage to the Levant 1819 (engraving) by Fragonard, Alexandre Evariste (1780-1850); (add.info.: Arab Dancers from the series Voyage to the Levant 1819)

Richard Garnett, English poet, scholar, librarian and Keeper of Printed Books at the British Museum (b / w photo)
6014951 Richard Garnett, English poet, scholar, librarian and Keeper of Printed Books at the British Museum (b/w photo) by English Photographer

William Holyoake (engraving)
1064243 William Holyoake (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Holyoake. Illustration for The Graphic)

The South African Museum (b / w photo)
3092405 The South African Museum (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South African Museum)

Bust of Sir John Charles Robinson (plaster bust, bronzed)
1217895 Bust of Sir John Charles Robinson (plaster bust, bronzed) by Marochetti, Carlo (1805-67) (after); height: 38.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Italian

Louise de Savoie, Louise of Savoy (1476|1531)
5855244 Louise de Savoie, Louise of Savoy (1476|1531) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Louise of Savoy (1476|1531), Duchess of Angouleme

Ludvig Loostrom, 1908 (w / c on paper)
3086688 Ludvig Loostrom, 1908 (w/c on paper) by Larsson, Carl (1853-1919); 37x51 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info)

Arabs and Bedouins resting, from the series Voyage to the Levant, 1819
3480393 Arabs and Bedouins resting, from the series Voyage to the Levant, 1819 by Fragonard, Alexandre Evariste (1780-1850); (add.info.: Arabs and Bedouins resting)

Lessons in elementary science at Whitechapel
Miss Kate M. Hall, the curator of the Whitechapel Free Library and Museum, giving a demonstration of working bees to Board School children with the aid of a observatory hive, invented and made by Mr

Henry Denny (b / w photo)
3741749 Henry Denny (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Discovery Centre) U.K.; (add.info)

German lancer and peasant woman, 16th century
5855242 German lancer and peasant woman, 16th century by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: German lancer and peasant woman, 16th century, from a print by Hans Guldenmundt)

Pierre, Vicomte de Rohan (1451-1513) (illustration)
5855245 Pierre, Vicomte de Rohan (1451-1513) (illustration) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Pierre, Vicomte de Rohan (1451-1513), Seigneur de Gie, Marechal de France

Mace-bearer under King Louis XII, 16th century
5855240 Mace-bearer under King Louis XII, 16th century by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Mace-bearer under King Louis XII, 16th century, from a contemporary miniature)

Portrait of Sir Whitworth Wallis (1855-1927) 1927 (tempera on linen laid on panel)
BIR189834 Portrait of Sir Whitworth Wallis (1855-1927) 1927 (tempera on linen laid on panel) by Southall, Joseph Edward (1861-1944); 43.5x33 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info)

Woman of Burgos, Spain, 16th century
5855250 Woman of Burgos, Spain, 16th century by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Woman of Burgos, Spain, 16th century, from a contemporary miniature)

Lady of honor at the court of Francis I, 16th century
5855246 Lady of honor at the court of Francis I, 16th century by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Lady of honor at the court of Francis I, 16th century)

German soldier playing a fife
5855243 German soldier playing a fife by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: German landsknecht soldier playing a fife, wearing candystriped puff-sleeved tunic, striped breeches)

William Borthwick Johnstone, Scottish artist and first curator of the National Gallery of Scotland (b / w photo)
6014938 William Borthwick Johnstone, Scottish artist and first curator of the National Gallery of Scotland (b/w photo) by Scottish Photographer

Kirkleatham Old Hall Museum curator Leigh Lampard with two of the old shop signs the museum has for display. 4th January 1994

David E. Finley, c. 1940s. Creator: Augustus Vincent Tack
David E. Finley, c.1940s

Sir Charles Holroyd. Creator: Alphonse Legros
Sir Charles Holroyd

Dr. William H. Holmes, 1931. Creator: Edmund Hodgson Smart
Dr. William H. Holmes, 1931

Mrs. Showell, the Woman who shows General Guises Collection of Pictures at Oxford, February 26, 1807

Gustaf Upmark, 1894 (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
3086650 Gustaf Upmark, 1894 (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Larsson, Carl (1853-1919); Nationalmuseum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info)

Campbell Dodgson, Keeper of Prints and Drawings, British Museum, 1912-32, 1932. Artist: Randolph Schwabe
Campbell Dodgson, Keeper of Prints and Drawings, British Museum, 1912-32, 1932

The Queen in the Woodwardian Museum, c1850s, (1900). Queen Victoria and her husband Prince Albert visit a natural history museum in Cambridge

German Field Marshal von Rundstedt visiting the Louvre, occupied Paris, October 1940. Von Rundstedt was the commander of German forces in occupied France at the time

Sir Richard Owen, English zoologist, c1860. Artist: DJ Pound
Sir Richard Owen, English zoologist, c1860. Owen studied medicine at Edinburgh and at St Bartholomews and became curator in the museum of the Royal College of Surgeons where he produced a fine series

Attributed Johann Esaias Nilson Karl Theodor
Attributed to Johann Esaias Nilson, Karl Theodor, 1724-1799, curator of Bayern, painting, Gouache on ivory, Frame of wood, Height, 7.1 cm (2.7 inches), Width, 5 cm (1.9 inches)

Robert Lundberg Knut AlmlAof 1829-1899 actor
Robert Lundberg, Knut Almlof, 1829-1899, actor, curator at Gripsholms castle, courtintendent, married to actress Betty Deland, painting, 1895, oil on canvas, Height, 94 cm (37 inches), Width, 48.5

Karl VII Karl VII Albrecht 1697-1745 German-Roman Emperor
Karl VII, Karl VII Albrecht, 1697-1745, German-Roman Emperor (in the Gripsholm inventory Karl VI) Swedish, KARL VII ALBERT (1697-1745), German-Roman Emperor, Curator of Bavaria, King of Bohemia

August II strong Friedrich August I 1670-1733
August II the strong, Friedrich August I, 1670-1733, elector of Saxony, king of Poland, Fredrik August I, curator of Saxony, king, of Poland, painting, 1704, Watercolor, gouache on paper.Oval

King Fredrik I Fredrik I 1657-1713 King Prussia
King Fredrik I, Fredrik I, 1657-1713, King of Prussia, curator of Brandenburg, painting, 1704, Oil on canvas, Height, 144 cm (56.6 inches), Width, 121 cm (47.6 inches), Singerad, Grafte

Attributed David von Krafft Johan Georg III 1647-1691
Attributed to David von Krafft, Johan Georg III, 1647-1691, curator of Saxony, painting, oil on canvas, Height, 75 cm (29.5 inches), Width, 62 cm (24.4 inches)

Attributed Franz Joseph Winder Charles VII Maria Antonia Walpurgis
Attributed to Franz Joseph Winder, Charles VII, Maria Antonia Walpurgis, Maximilian III Joseph and Maria Amalia, Charles VII Albert, 1697-1745, Curator of Bavaria German-Roman Emperor with family

Johan Georg Sabina 1525-1598 curator Brandenburg
Johan Georg and Sabina, Johan Georg, 1525-1598, curator of Brandenburg, Sabina, 1529-1575, by Bayteuth, painting, Oil on canvas, Framed, Height, 105 cm (41.3 inches), Width, 81.5 cm (32 inches)

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Curators are the guardians of history, art, and knowledge. They dedicate their lives to preserving and showcasing the treasures of our past, ensuring that they remain accessible for generations to come. Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937), a renowned curator, was not only an avid collector but also a pioneer in zoology. His passion for natural history led him to establish one of the world's largest private collections. In 1914, George C. Maynard held the esteemed position of technology at the United States National Museum. With his expertise and dedication, he played a vital role in documenting and preserving technological advancements that shaped our modern world. Dr Karl Jordan (1875-1972) was another exceptional curator who made significant contributions to entomology. His meticulous research on insects led to numerous discoveries and advancements in this field. The guest curator Miss. , associated with Freer Art Gallery between 1890 and 1910, curated exhibitions that captivated audiences with their artistic brilliance. Their ability to curate diverse artworks showcased their keen eye for beauty and creativity. Portraits have always been treasured pieces within museum collections. The portrait of Charles Rau (1826-1887) captures his essence before his passing—an enduring tribute curated by unknown hands. Edward Porter Henderson (1898-1992), immortalized through portraiture in October 1938 by Clyde Fisher, served as a testament to his contribution as a distinguished figure within society—a curation celebrating achievements worth remembering. William Henry Holmes' portrait from the 1890s stands as a testament to his significance within the United States National Museum—his work forever preserved through careful curation. Artistic curations extend beyond traditional mediums; engravings like "Arab Dancers from Voyage to Levant" transport us back in time while highlighting cultural diversity—a visual journey meticulously curated for enlightenment.