Fictional Character Collection (#79)

She had read all the newspapers in the world and had forgotten them again, so clever is she, 1912. Artist: Edmund Dulac
She had read all the newspapers in the world and had forgotten them again, so clever is she, 1912. Illustration for The Snow Queen in Stories from Hans Christian Andersen, watercolour and bodycolour

Mr. Stotfold - Master of Staghounds, 1865. Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
Mr. Stotfold - Master of Staghounds, 1865. From Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1865]

Who am I! I m the Mistress of this ere ouse, and this is the young Squire!, 1865. Artist: John Leech
Who am I! I m the Mistress of this ere ouse, and this is the young Squire!, 1865. From Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1865]

Mr Romford at Dalberry Lees, 1865. Artist: John Leech
Mr Romford at Dalberry Lees, 1865. From Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1865]

Billy Balsam in his new Livery, 1865. Artist: John Leech
Billy Balsam in his new Livery, 1865. From Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1865]

The Ladies, 1865. Artist: John Leech
The Ladies, 1865. From Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1865]

The Invasion, 1865. Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
The Invasion, 1865. From Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1865]

Sink! Ar always said ar could polish him off, 1865. Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
Sink! Ar always said ar could polish him off, 1865. From Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1865]

Mr. Jorrocks starting for The cut me down Countries, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Mr. Jorrocks starting for The cut me down Countries, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

The Meet at Mr. Muleygrubs, 1854. Artist: John Leech
The Meet at Mr. Muleygrubs, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Mr. Jorrockss Return to his Family, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Mr. Jorrockss Return to his Family, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

The Handley Cross Fancy Ball, 1854. Artist: John Leech
The Handley Cross Fancy Ball, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Mr. Barege & The Draft, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Mr. Barege & The Draft, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Mr. Jorrockss Lecture on Unting, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Mr. Jorrockss Lecture on Unting, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Michael Hardey, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Michael Hardey, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Mr. Jorrockss Bath, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Mr. Jorrockss Bath, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Mr. Jorrocks has a Bye Day, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Mr. Jorrocks has a Bye Day, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Sir Thomas Trout & The Bloomer, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Sir Thomas Trout & The Bloomer, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Doctor Syntax at a Review, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax at a Review, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax Tumbling into the Water, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax Tumbling into the Water, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax at Free Masons Hall, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax at Free Masons Hall, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Miss Worthys Marriage, Dr. Syntax in the Chair, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Miss Worthys Marriage, Dr. Syntax in the Chair, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax, Setting out on His Tour to the Lakes, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax, Setting out on His Tour to the Lakes, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax and the Gypsies, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax and the Gypsies, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax - Rural Sports, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax - Rural Sports, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax, Losing His Way, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax, Losing His Way, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

The Artists Room, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Artists Room, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

The Harvest Home, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Harvest Home, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax Preaching, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax Preaching, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax Taking Possession of His Living, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax Taking Possession of His Living, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax Making a Discovery, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax Making a Discovery, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax Sketching The Lake, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax Sketching The Lake, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax Meditating on the Tombstones, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax Meditating on the Tombstones, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax Loses His Wig, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax Loses His Wig, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax Lamenting the Loss of His Wife, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax Lamenting the Loss of His Wife, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Marriage of Doctor Dicky Bend, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Marriage of Doctor Dicky Bend, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax Visits Eaton Hall, Cheshire, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax Visits Eaton Hall, Cheshire, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax with the Skimmington Riders, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax with the Skimmington Riders, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

The Banns Forbidden, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Banns Forbidden, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

The Visist of Dr Syntax to the Widow Hopefull at York, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Visist of Dr Syntax to the Widow Hopefull at York, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax visits a Boarding School for young Ladies, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax visits a Boarding School for young Ladies, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax & The Foundling, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax & The Foundling, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Dr Syntax and the Superannuated Fox Hunter, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax and the Superannuated Fox Hunter, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Doctor Syntax & The Bees, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Doctor Syntax & The Bees, 1820. From The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax, In Search of Consolation, by William Combe. [Ackermann, London, 1820]

Little Red Riding Hood, 1903. From A Peep into Fairyland, by E. F. & C. Manning. [Frederick Warne & Co. London, New York, 1903]

Puss in Boots, 1903. From A Peep into Fairyland, by E. F. & C. Manning. [Frederick Warne & Co. London, New York, 1903]

Snow-white and Rose-red, 1903. From A Peep into Fairyland, by E. F. & C. Manning. [Frederick Warne & Co. London, New York, 1903]

Hop-o -my-Thumb, 1903. From A Peep into Fairyland, by E. F. & C. Manning. [Frederick Warne & Co. London, New York, 1903]

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Step into the enchanting world of fictional characters, where imagination knows no bounds. From the whimsical strokes of Richard Dadd's "The Fairy Fellers Master-Stroke" to the sturdy presence of Desperate Dan in Dundee, Scotland, these characters captivate our hearts and minds. In Charles Dickens' timeless tale "A Christmas Carol, " artist John Leech brings Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation to life, reminding us that redemption is always within reach. Meanwhile, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde embody the duality of human nature, a haunting reminder that darkness can lurk beneath even the most respectable facade. From ancient mythology springs forth Hector's tragic demise at Achilles' hands during the Trojan War—a testament to heroism and its ultimate sacrifice. In Babar O's ABC book illustration from 1939, we witness elephants teaching us letters with charm and grace. Alice finds herself caught in a topsy-turvy Wonderland as she confronts the Red Queen's infamous command: "Off with her head. " John Tenniel masterfully captures this moment of tension between curiosity and danger. Tam O Shanter emerges from Robert Burns' poetic genius as a character brimming with Scottish spirit and adventure. Alongside him stands a witch with her black cat—an embodiment of mystery and magic that has fascinated generations. Peter Pan takes flight in Kensington Gardens, London—forever young and forever free—as he invites us to embrace our inner childlike wonderment. And who could forget Don Quixote? Cervantes paints an unforgettable scene where his noble knight charges against windmills in pursuit of chivalry’s fading glory. These fictional characters transcend time and space; they inspire us to dream bigger, question deeper, and explore uncharted territories within ourselves. Whether they exist on canvas or leap off pages into our hearts—they remind us that stories have immense power—the power to ignite our imaginations while leaving an indelible mark on our souls.