Frederick Lord Leighton Collection

Captive Andromache, c1886. Artist: Frederic Leighton
Captive Andromache, c1886. Painting housed in the City of Manchester Art Galleries, Manchester. From The Worlds Greatest Paintings, edited by T. Leman Hare. [Odhams Press Ltd, London, 1934]

A Condottiere, 1871-72. Creator: Frederic Leighton
A Condottiere, 1871-72

F. Leighton, A.R.A. E. W. Cooke, R.A. E. B. Stephens, A.R.A. P. H. Calderon, A.R.A. 1864. Creator: Unknown
F. Leighton, A.R.A. E. W. Cooke, R.A. E. B. Stephens, A.R.A. P. H. Calderon, A.R.A. 1864. Engraving from photographs by J. and C. Watkins

The Sluggard, 1890. Creator: Frederic Leighton
The Sluggard, 1890

Studies for the Arts of Peace'. A Fac-Simile of Original Drawings by Sir Frederick... c1880-83
Studies for the Arts of Peace'. A Fac-Simile of Original Drawings by Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Study for a Vintage'. A Fac-Simile of Original Drawings by Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

The Cimabue Procession'. A Fac-Simile of Original Drawings by Sir Frederick Leighton... c1880-83
The Cimabue Procession'. A Fac-Simile of Original Drawings by Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Study for the Daphnephoria'. A Fac-Simile of Original Drawings by Sir Frederick... c1880-83
Study for the Daphnephoria'. A Fac-Simile of Original Drawings by Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

The Athlete Wrestling With A Python, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A. c1880-83. Creator: A Gilbert
The Athlete Wrestling With A Python, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Group from The Fresco The Arts of War, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A. c1880-83. Creator: A Gilbert
Group from The Fresco The Arts of War, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A. c1880-83. Creator: George Frederick Watts
Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Pictures of the Year - VI. "The Return of Persephone"; after Sir F Leighton, Bart, PRA, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Allegorical Female Figure with Lion, Lamb, Two Putti, n.d. Creator: Frederic Leighton
Allegorical Female Figure with Lion, Lamb, Two Putti, n.d

Lachrymae, 1894-95. Creator: Frederic Leighton
Lachrymae, 1894-95

The Last Watch of Hero, 1887, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
The Last Watch of Hero, 1887, (c1902). After a painting in the Manchester Art Gallery. Victorian depiction of a scene from Greek mythology

Lord Leighton, c1890, (1896). Artist: W&D Downey
Lord Leighton, c1890, (1896). Frederic Leighton (1830-1896), British painter and sculptor whose works depicted historical, biblical and classical subject matters. From The Magazine of Art

The Late Lord Leighton, P. R. A. 1878-1896, (1896). Artist: Moritz Klinkicht
The Late Lord Leighton, P.R.A. 1878-1896, (1896). Frederic Leighton (1830-1896), British painter and sculptor whose works depicted historical, biblical and classical subject matters

Frederick Lord Leighton in military uniform
864683 Frederick Lord Leighton in military uniform by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); (add.info.: Frederick or Frederic)

And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It, 1891-92. Creator: Frederic Leighton
And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It, 1891-92. The title is taken from the Bible - Book of Revelation 20:13. This was a study for a painting now in the Tate Gallery

Garden of an Inn, Capri, 1859. Creator: Frederic Leighton
Garden of an Inn, Capri, 1859

[Sir Frederic Leighton], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
[Sir Frederic Leighton], 1860s

Lucia, possibly late 1870s. Creator: Frederic Leighton
Lucia, possibly late 1870s

Giovanni Cimabue: design for a mosaic, c1868, (1881). Creator: Bernard Collier
Giovanni Cimabue: design for a mosaic, c1868, (1881). Design for a glass mosaic in the Kensington Valhalla at the South Kensington Museum (later renamed the Victoria & Albert Museum)

Elijah in the Wilderness, 1877-1878, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Elijah in the Wilderness, 1877-1878, (c1902). After a painting in the Walker Gallery, Liverpool. An angel from God brings bread and water for the sleeping prophet Elijah

The Studio, 1896. Artist: William Hatherell
The Studio, 1896. The studio of Frederic Leighton (1830-1896) at Leighton House in London. Leighton was a British painter and sculptor whose works depicted historical

The Music Lesson, 1877. Artist: Frederic Leighton
The Music Lesson, 1877

Tessa at Home. From George Eliots Romola, 1862-63, (1923). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Tessa at Home. From George Eliots Romola, 1862-63, (1923). Romola (1862-63) is a historical novel by George Eliot set in the fifteenth century

The Bath of Psyche, c1890. Painting held in the Tate Britain, London. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1903-4, edited by William Gamble. [A. W. Penrose & Co. London, 1903-4]

Eucharis, c1863, (1912). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Eucharis, c1863, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Helen of Troy, 1865, (1917). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Helen of Troy, 1865, (1917). From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

Female Study, c1897, (1897). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Female Study, c1897, (1897). From The Studio Volume 9. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1897]

Study for Rizpah, c1870, (1897). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Study for Rizpah, c1870, (1897). From The Studio Volume 9. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1897]

Studies for Wedded, 1882, (1897). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Studies for Wedded, 1882, (1897). From The Studio Volume 9. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1897]

Study for The Arts of Industry as Applied to War, c1870, (1897). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Study for The Arts of Industry as Applied to War, c1870, (1897). A study for the fresco, The Arts of Industry as Applied to War. From The Studio Volume 9. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1897]

A Bookplate, 1894, (1894). Artist: Robert Anning Bell
A Bookplate, 1894, (1894). A bookplate designed for Frederic Leighton (1830-1896). From The Studio Volume 3. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1894]

Perseus and Andromeda, 1891, (1918). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Perseus and Andromeda, 1891, (1918). Painting held at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby. [The Priory Publishing Press, Liverpool, 1917]

Tobit and the Angel, c1886. Artist: Frederic Leighton
Tobit and the Angel, c1886. From The Studio Volume 10. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1897]

Frederic Leighton, (1830-1896), 1st Baron Leighton, famous painter, 1894-1907. Leighton was an English painter and sculptor whose works depicted historical, biblical and classical subject matters

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Frederick Lord Leighton, a renowned British artist of the 19th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite creations. His talent and dedication to his craft are evident in works such as "Captive Andromache" (c1886), where he captures the vulnerability and strength of the Trojan princess. In "A Condottiere" (1871-72), Leighton showcases his mastery of portraiture by depicting a mercenary commander with striking realism. One cannot help but be moved by the emotional depth conveyed in "Lachrymae" (1894-95), a poignant portrayal of grief and sorrow. Another captivating piece is "The Last Watch of Hero" (1887, c1902) which depicts a tragic love story through intricate brushstrokes that evoke both beauty and melancholy. Photographs like "Lord Leighton" (c1890, 1896) taken by W&D Downey immortalize this artistic genius in all his glory. Moritz Klinkicht's portrait titled "The Late Lord Leighton, P. R. A. " (1878-1896) serves as a poignant reminder of his passing but also celebrates his enduring legacy. Leighton's versatility shines through in illustrations like "Tessa at Home, " adapted from George Eliot's Romola (1862-63). This work demonstrates not only his skill as an artist but also his ability to bring literature to life. "The Bath of Psyche" (c1890) showcases Leighton's fascination with mythology and sensuality while capturing ethereal beauty within its frame. Even outside the realm of fine arts, we see another side to this multifaceted individual in photographs portraying him dressed in military uniform or enjoying leisurely moments amidst nature like in Capri's enchanting garden depicted in "Garden of an Inn. " Leighton’s impact on art history is undeniable, and his works continue to captivate audiences even today.