Dudley Tennant Collection (#3)

The Battle of Mons Badonicus, c. 500 AD, illustration from The History of the Nation (litho)
STC306660 The Battle of Mons Badonicus, c.500 AD, illustration from The History of the Nation (litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Fire: The "Red Monster" in Old-Time Britain, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge
IL281074 Fire: The "Red Monster" in Old-Time Britain, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge (colour litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952); Private Collection

Sir Isaac Newton in his little room (litho)
STC343828 Sir Isaac Newton in his little room (litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Isaac Newton (1643-1727), English physicist, mathematician, astronomer

British versus German aircraft, 1918 (colour litho)
701960 British versus German aircraft, 1918 (colour litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures

Hannibal Crossing the Mighty Alps, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge (colour litho)
IL281072 Hannibal Crossing the Mighty Alps, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge (colour litho) by Tennant, C

The charge of the lancers at Omdurman 1898, illustration from'Cassells History of England
3038885 The charge of the lancers at Omdurman 1898, illustration from'Cassells History of England, 1900's (colour litho) by Hale

Ruskin in the Land of His Inspiration, c1925. Artist: Charles Dudley Tennant
Ruskin in the Land of His Inspiration, c1925. John Ruskin, (1819-1900), English art critic. From Cassells Romance of Famous Lives, Volume 3 by Harold Wheeler. [The Waverley Book Company, Ltd

Wellington on the Eve of Waterloo, c1925. Artist: Charles Dudley Tennant
Wellington on the Eve of Waterloo, c1925. Arthur Wellesley, (1769-1852), 1st Duke of Wellington, was an Anglo-Irish soldier and politician

George Romney - At Work On A Picture Of His Favourite Model, c1925. Artist: Charles Dudley Tennant
George Romney - At Work On A Picture Of His Favourite Model, c1925. George Romney, (1734-1802), English portrait painter. From Cassells Romance of Famous Lives, Volume 2 by Harold Wheeler

James Bruce Helps His Follower, c1925. Artist: Charles Dudley Tennant
James Bruce Helps His Follower, c1925. James Bruce, (1730-1794), Scottish traveller. From Cassells Romance of Famous Lives, Volume 1 by Harold Wheeler. [The Waverley Book Company, Ltd. London, c1925]

William Shakespeare - A Dainty Bloom for the King of Poets, c1925. Artist: Charles Dudley Tennant
William Shakespeare - A Dainty Bloom for the King of Poets, c1925. From Cassells Romance of Famous Lives, Volume 2 by Harold Wheeler. [The Waverley Book Company, Ltd. London, c1925]

Battle of Mons Badonicus, c500 AD, (c1920). Artist: C Dudley Tennant
Battle of Mons Badonicus, c500 AD, (c1920). At the Battle of Mons Badonicus (or Mount Badon) Romano-British and Celts defeated invading Anglo-Saxons

Joan of Arc, The Country girl who led a king to victory, 20th century. Artist: C Dudley Tennant
Joan of Arc, The Country girl who led a king to victory, 20th century

Mozart Wins the Heart of Royalty c1763 (early 20th century). Artist: C Dudley Tennant
Mozart Wins the Heart of Royalty c1763 (early 20th century). Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) at the age of seven playing his violin in front of the Empress Maria Theresa and her husband

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"Dudley Tennant: A Journey Through Time and Genius" Step into the world of Dudley Tennant, where history comes alive through captivating illustrations. In "The Air-Liner of the Future, 1914, " we witness his visionary mind soaring above the clouds, envisioning a future that would revolutionize air travel. Tennant's artistic prowess shines in "Peter the Great: The Creator of the Old Russian Empire. " With vibrant colors and meticulous details, he transports us to an era when this legendary ruler shaped a nation's destiny. In "Patient waiting that helped a genius, " Tennant captures a moment of anticipation from 'Cassell's Romance of Famous Lives. ' We can almost feel the tension as an aspiring genius awaits inspiration, reminding us that greatness often requires patience and perseverance. Through his brushstrokes in "Cossack and Russian Reel'd from the Sabre-Stroke Shatter'd and Sunder'd, " Tennant immortalizes a fierce battle scene. The intensity leaps off the canvas as we witness the chaos and bravery amidst conflict. Travel back in time with Chaucer himself in "Chaucer riding to Canterbury with the pilgrims. " This colorful lithograph from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge brings to life one of literature's most iconic journeys, capturing both Chaucer's spirit and camaraderie among pilgrims. Wellington on the eve of Waterloo stands tall in another vivid lithograph by Tennant. The colors evoke emotions as we catch a glimpse into this pivotal moment before one of history's greatest battles unfolded. From Ballads of Famous Fights comes another masterpiece titled "'Cossack and Russian reel'd from sabre stroke. '" Here, Tennant showcases his ability to capture not only action but also emotion within each stroke, and is an ode to valorous struggles throughout history. With Roger Bacon solving the riddle of rainbow depicted in litho form, Tennant showcases the brilliance of a scientific mind.