Dame Ellen Terry Collection

Ellen Terry, 1864, (1942). Creator: George Frederick Watts
Ellen Terry, 1864, (1942). Portrait of British actress Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928), the leading Shakespearean actress of her time

Terry, Ellen, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915

Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915

Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Terry, Ellen, Miss, and Anna Duncan, portrait photograph, 1915

Sir Henry Irving and Dame Ellen Terry (b / w photo)
3627545 Sir Henry Irving and Dame Ellen Terry (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Irving and Dame Ellen Terry)

Ellen Terry, at the age of sixteen, 1864, printed ca. 1913. Terry was a popular child actress of the British stage. This photograph was most likely taken just after she married the eccentric painter

Miss Ellen Terry, from Worlds Beauties, Series 1 (N26) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Portia, 1886. Creator: John Everett Millais
Portia, 1886. Actress Ellen Terry (1847-1928) in one of her most famous roles, Portia in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice

Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons Becket at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901)
Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons " Becket" at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901). Actors Henry Irving (as Thomas Becket) and Ellen Terry (as Rosamund)

Ellen Terry, c1863, (1948). Creator: Lewis Carroll
Ellen Terry, c1863, (1948). Portrait of British actress Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928). Terry was the leading Shakespearean actress of her time

Ellen Terry, British actress, 1887. Artist: Ernest Barraud
Ellen Terry, British actress, 1887. A photograph from The Theatre, A Monthly Review, Volume X, July to December, 1887, Carson & Comerford, London, 1887

Ellen Terry, British actress, c1900s(?). Artist: Rotary Photo
Ellen Terry, British actress, c1900s(?). Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928) was the leading Shakespearean actress of her time

Dame Ellen Terry, English stage actress, 1901. Artist: Window & Grove
Dame Ellen Terry, English stage actress, 1901. Pictured in the role of Lady Macbeth

Miss Ellen Terry as Lady Macbeth, 1906, (1912). Artist: John Singer Sargent
Miss Ellen Terry as Lady Macbeth, 1906, (1912). The famous actress, Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928), is shown here in the role of Lady Macbeth

Ellen Terry in Henry VIII, c1902. Artist: Window & Grove
Ellen Terry in Henry VIII, c1902. English stage actress Ellen Terry as Catherine of Aragon in Shakespeares Henry VIII

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Dame Ellen Terry, a legendary British stage actress, captivated audiences with her talent and beauty. Born in 1847, she began her acting career at the tender age of sixteen. Her youthful charm and undeniable skill on stage quickly earned her recognition and praise from critics. Throughout her illustrious career, Dame Ellen Terry collaborated with some of the most renowned artists of her time. In a black and white photograph taken in 1864 by George Frederick Watts, she is seen alongside Sir Henry Irving, another prominent figure in the theater world. Their partnership was highly regarded and they often performed together to great acclaim. One notable portrayal by Dame Ellen Terry was that of Portia in Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice, " depicted beautifully by John Everett Millais in 1886. This painting captures Terry's grace and elegance as she embodies one of Shakespeare's most iconic female characters. In another photograph taken around 1863 by Lewis Carroll, we catch a glimpse of Dame Ellen Terry's enigmatic persona. Carroll masterfully captures both her innocence and allure through his lens. Ernest Barraud immortalized the actress' timeless beauty in an exquisite portrait from 1887. The artist perfectly captured Terry's regal presence while highlighting her captivating gaze that could mesmerize any audience member fortunate enough to witness her performances. Rotary Photo also contributed to preserving Dame Ellen Terry's image for posterity with their stunning photograph from the early 1900s (?). It showcases not only her striking features but also hints at the depth and complexity behind this remarkable woman. A true testament to Dame Ellen Terry's versatility as an actress can be seen in John Singer Sargent’s depiction of Lady Macbeth from 1906. Sargent manages to capture both the character’s darkness and vulnerability while showcasing Terry’s ability to embody such complex roles effortlessly. Lastly, Window & Grove provides us with two glimpses into different periods of Dame Ellen Terry’s career.