George Grossmith Collection

"I seized her round the waist, and we were silly enough to be executing a wild kind of polka when Sarah
971565 " I seized her round the waist, and we were silly enough to be executing a wild kind of polka when Sarah entered" (engraving) by Grossmith

Mr Burwin-Fosselton at supper (engraving)
971573 Mr Burwin-Fosselton at supper (engraving) by Grossmith, Weedon (1854-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Burwin-Fosselton at supper)

George Grossmith (litho)
2788033 George Grossmith (litho) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Grossmith. Illustration for Some Victorian Men by Harry Furniss (John Lane, The Bodley Head)

Music sheet for If You Were The Only Girl in the World (colour litho)
584811 Music sheet for If You Were The Only Girl in the World (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The grocer boy was actually picking off the paint on the side door, which had formed into blisters (engraving)
971563 The grocer boy was actually picking off the paint on the side door, which had formed into blisters (engraving) by Grossmith

Sketches from The Mikado at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
584242 Sketches from The Mikado at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Ludlow, Henry (Hal) Stephen (b.1861, fl.1880-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

George Grossmith as Ko-Ko in The Mikado (photo)
583832 George Grossmith as Ko-Ko in The Mikado (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

George Grossmith, 1900s
3507497 George Grossmith, 1900s by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); (add.info.: Players cigarette card depicting George Grossmith (1847-1912) was an English comedian, writer, composer

George Grossmith performing in the musical comedy No, No Nanette at the Palace Theatre (b / w photo)
3637464 George Grossmith performing in the musical comedy No, No Nanette at the Palace Theatre (b/w photo) by English Photographer

In Vanity Fair (colour litho)
2800798 In Vanity Fair (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Vanity Fair, Vanity Fair cartoon, 29 November 1890.); © Look and Learn

I hung up a stags head made of plaster-of-Paris (engraving)
971570 I hung up a stags head made of plaster-of-Paris (engraving) by Grossmith, Weedon (1854-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: I hung up a stags head made of plaster-of-Paris)

Lupin announces "Mr Henry Irving"(engraving)
971574 Lupin announces " Mr Henry Irving" (engraving) by Grossmith, Weedon (1854-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lupin announces " Mr Henry Irving")

George Grossmith, Junior (b / w photo)
5993831 George Grossmith, Junior (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Grossmith, Junior)

"The table kept tilting towards me"(engraving)
971577 " The table kept tilting towards me" (engraving) by Grossmith, Weedon (1854-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The table kept tilting towards me")

We play the game of "Cutlets", when we had all sat on each others laps, Gowing said
971575 We play the game of " Cutlets", when we had all sat on each others laps, Gowing said, " Are you a believer in the Great Mogul

Mr Padge (engraving)
971569 Mr Padge (engraving) by Grossmith, Weedon (1854-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Padge. Illustration for The Diary of a Nobody by George and Weedon Grossmith (Arrowsmith)

Lupin said, "I m engaged to be married"(engraving)
971576 Lupin said, " I m engaged to be married" (engraving) by Grossmith, Weedon (1854-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lupin said, " I m engaged to be married")

George Grossmith (1847-1912), English comedian, writer and actor, early 20th century. Artist: Rotary Photo
George Grossmith (1847-1912), English comedian, writer and actor, early 20th century

Miss Coralie Blythe as Mitzi, c1908. Artist: Philco Publishing Company
Coralie Blythe, British actress, c1908. Postcard posted in 1908. Coralie Blythe as Mitzi in The Girls of Gottenberg, a musical written by George Grossmith, Jr and LE Berman

George Grossmith in No, No, Nanette!, Palace Theatre, London, c1926. Musican comedy first produced in 1925, starring Binnie Hale and George Grossmith Jr

George Grossmith Junior, British actor, manager and playwright, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
George Grossmith Junior, British actor, manager and playwright, 1926. Portrait of Grossmith (1874-1935) who brought cabaret and revues to the London stage

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George Grossmith (1847-1912) was a multi-talented English comedian, writer, and actor who left an indelible mark on the early 20th century entertainment scene. With his infectious humor and charismatic stage presence, Grossmith captivated audiences across England. In one memorable incident, captured in an engraving titled "I seized her round the waist, " Grossmith's comedic genius shines through as he describes a hilarious encounter. He and his partner were caught in the midst of a wild polka dance when Sarah unexpectedly walked in. The sheer silliness of the situation is beautifully depicted in this artwork by Rotary Photo. Another engraving showcases Mr Burwin-Fosselton at supper, providing a glimpse into Grossmith's versatility as an actor. His ability to transform into different characters with ease allowed him to bring laughter to countless faces. Grossmith's talent extended beyond acting; he also dabbled in music composition. A colorful lithograph displays sheet music for "If You Were The Only Girl in the World, " showcasing his creative prowess not only on stage but also behind the scenes. His involvement with Gilbert and Sullivan's iconic operetta "The Mikado" is immortalized through various engravings from performances at Savoy Theatre. One particular image captures George Grossmith himself portraying Ko-Ko, displaying his impeccable comic timing that made him such a beloved figure among theatergoers. Moving forward into the 1900s, black-and-white photographs depict George Grossmith performing in No, No Nanette at Palace Theatre—a testament to his enduring popularity even after decades spent entertaining audiences nationwide. Grossmith's influence reached far beyond just theatrical circles; he became somewhat of a cultural icon during his time. This is evident from Vanity Fair's color lithograph featuring him—an honor reserved for only those deemed significant enough to grace its pages. Even offstage, Grossmith had a knack for comedy.