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George Bell Sons Collection

"George Bell Sons: A Journey Through Art and History" Step into the world of George Bell Sons, where art comes alive through captivating masterpieces

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Artist: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder

Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Artist: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Maximilian I (1459-1519), the son of Frederick III, Holy Roman Emperor, and Eleanor of Portugal

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: The British Museum Print Room, c1901

The British Museum Print Room, c1901.From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: Rembrandt with the Sabre, 1634. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn

Rembrandt with the Sabre, 1634. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Rembrandt with the Sabre, 1634. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: Portrait of Pietro Aretino, c1517. Artist: Marcantonio Raimondi

Portrait of Pietro Aretino, c1517. Artist: Marcantonio Raimondi
Portrait of Pietro Aretino, c1517. Pietro Aretino (1492-1556), Italian author, playwright, poet and satirist who influenced contemporary art and politics and invented erotic literature

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: The Descent from the Cross, 1475. Artist: Andrea Mantegna

The Descent from the Cross, 1475. Artist: Andrea Mantegna
The Descent from the Cross, 1475. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: The Death of the Virgin, c1475. Artist: Martin Schongauer

The Death of the Virgin, c1475. Artist: Martin Schongauer
The Death of the Virgin, c1475. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: The Breaking Up of the Agamemnon, 1870. Artist: Seymour Haden

The Breaking Up of the Agamemnon, 1870. Artist: Seymour Haden
The Breaking Up of the Agamemnon, 1870. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: View of Richmond from the Thames, 1871. Artist: Maxime Lalanne

View of Richmond from the Thames, 1871. Artist: Maxime Lalanne
View of Richmond from the Thames, 1871. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: Le Depart Por Le Travail, 1863. Artist: Jean Francois Millet

Le Depart Por Le Travail, 1863. Artist: Jean Francois Millet
Le Depart Por Le Travail, 1863. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: The Two Plough Horses, 1652. Artist: Paulus Potter

The Two Plough Horses, 1652. Artist: Paulus Potter
The Two Plough Horses, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: A Woman Spinning, 1652. Artist: Adriaen van Ostade

A Woman Spinning, 1652. Artist: Adriaen van Ostade
A Woman Spinning, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: Dance in a Tavern, 1652. Artist: Adriaen van Ostade

Dance in a Tavern, 1652. Artist: Adriaen van Ostade
Dance in a Tavern, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: Portrait of Vandyck, 1635. Artist: Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Vandyck, 1635. Artist: Anthony van Dyck
Portrait of Vandyck, 1635. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: Rembrandt Leaning on a Stone Sill, 1639. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn

Rembrandt Leaning on a Stone Sill, 1639. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Rembrandt Leaning on a Stone Sill, 1639. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: John Dryden, c1700. Artist: Gerard Edelinck

John Dryden, c1700. Artist: Gerard Edelinck
John Dryden, c1700. John Dryden (1631-1700), Dramatist and Poet Laureate. After Godfrey Kneller (1646-1723). From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Background imageGeorge Bell Sons Collection: The Three Trees, 1643. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn

The Three Trees, 1643. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Three Trees, 1643. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]



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"George Bell Sons: A Journey Through Art and History" Step into the world of George Bell Sons, where art comes alive through captivating masterpieces. From the stunning "Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian" by Hans Burgkmair, the Elder to Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn's powerful "Rembrandt with the Sabre, " this collection at The British Museum Print Room takes you on an extraordinary visual adventure. Immerse yourself in Marcantonio Raimondi's enigmatic "Portrait of Pietro Aretino, " a work that leaves you pondering its hidden meanings. Then, witness Honore Daumier's poignant depiction of social injustice in "La Rue Transnonian. " Each artwork tells a story, capturing moments frozen in time. Travel back to history as Robert Strange presents his regal portrayal of Charles I in 1770. Experience Andrea Mantegna's emotional masterpiece, "The Descent from the Cross, " and Martin Schongauer's hauntingly beautiful "The Death of the Virgin. " But it doesn't stop there – Seymour Haden's dramatic etching, "The Breaking Up of the Agamemnon, " transports you to turbulent waters while Maxime Lalanne offers a serene view of Richmond from Thames. Jean Francois Millet invites you to reflect on labor and society with his thought-provoking piece, "Le Depart Por Le Travail. " Finally, lose yourself in Paulus Potter's enchanting scene featuring majestic plough horses – their strength and grace captured forever on canvas. At George Bell Sons' exhibition, art enthusiasts can explore diverse periods and styles through these remarkable works. Let your imagination soar as each stroke unveils stories untold. Discover beauty beyond words at George Bell Sons – where art becomes an unforgettable experience.