Lady Of The Lake Collection

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King Arthur receiving his magic sword from the Lady of the Lake. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Sir Bedevere casts the sword Excalibur into the lake
LLM456176 Sir Bedevere casts the sword Excalibur into the lake by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Bedevere casts the sword Excalibur into the lake)

Lady of the Lake, 1785/1834. Creator: Richard Westall
Lady of the Lake, 1785/1834

King Arthur asks the Lady of the Lake for the sword Excalibur, 1911. Artist: Walter Crane
King Arthur asks the Lady of the Lake for the sword Excalibur, 1911. Sir Baldwin and the stroke Dolorous. The sword Excalibur given by the Lady of the Lake promises to keep Arthur safe

Sir Walter Scott
3585588 Sir Walter Scott by Landseer, Edwin (1802-73); (add.info.: Sir Walter Scott, 1st Bt, by Sir Edwin Henry Landseer, circa 1824. Oil on panel)

O Master, do you love my tender rhyme?, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (1809-92)
IL274118 O Master, do you love my tender rhyme?, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (1809-92), published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1910 (colour litho) by Fortescue-Brickdale

The Lady of the Lake (Furnishing Fabric), Mulhouse, c. 1820. Creator: Unknown
The Lady of the Lake (Furnishing Fabric), Mulhouse, c. 1820. Scenes from Arthurian legend. Designed by G. Merklen

The Enchantress Vivien, illustration from The Story of King Arthur
STC335708 The Enchantress Vivien, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

Illustration to The Lady of the Lake, 1811 (pen & ink
5044306 Illustration to The Lady of the Lake, 1811 (pen & ink, wash and pencil on paper) by Varley, Cornelius (1781-1873); 22.3x31.9 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

The Lady Nymue beareth away Launcelot into the Lake, illustration from
STC335723 The Lady Nymue beareth away Launcelot into the Lake, illustration from The Story of the Champions of the Round Table (litho) by Pyle

King Arthur- Sir Bedivere throwing Excalibur
3780200 King Arthur- Sir Bedivere throwing Excalibur. by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); (add.info.: King Arthur- Sir Bedivere throwing Excalibur into the lake, by Walter Crane)

King Arthur is proffered sword Excalibur, illustration from King Arthur
IL352862 King Arthur is proffered sword Excalibur, illustration from King Arthur (colour litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Sir Bedivere casts the sword Excalibur into the Lake, from
STC323603 Sir Bedivere casts the sword Excalibur into the Lake, from Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert, first edition, 1911 (colour litho) by Crane

Excalibur the Sword, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights
STC324298 Excalibur the Sword, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

Queen Morgana loses Excalibur his sheath, illustration from
STC335712 Queen Morgana loses Excalibur his sheath, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho) by Pyle

Vivien bewitches Merlin, illustration from The Story of King Arthur
STC335710 Vivien bewitches Merlin, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

The Lady of ye Lake, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights
STC335705 The Lady of ye Lake, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

Sir Bedivere sees an arm catching King Arthurs sword in the lake, 1901 (litho)
DGC288183 Sir Bedivere sees an arm catching King Arthurs sword in the lake, 1901 (litho) by Maclise, Daniel (1806-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Merlin and Viviane, the Lady of the Lake (chromolitho)
3100697 Merlin and Viviane, the Lady of the Lake (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merlin and Viviane, the Lady of the Lake)

The dying King Arthur is carried away to Avalon on a magical ship with three queens
DGC288181 The dying King Arthur is carried away to Avalon on a magical ship with three queens, 1901 (litho) by Dalziel Brothers (1815-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Lady of the Lake... 1810. A rough, muscular woman, with a clay pipe and bottle in her pocket, stands in a dinghy, holding an oar on the boom of which is inscribed Moll Muggins, Billingsgate

Fitz-James and the dying Blanche of Devan, 19th century. Artist: Henry Corbould
Fitz-James and the dying Blanche of Devan, 19th century. An illustration from Sir Walter Scotts poem The Lady of the Lake

King Arthur asks the Lady of the Lake for the sword Excalibur, 1911. Sir Baldwin and the stroke Dolorous. The sword Excalibur given by the Lady of the Lake promises to keep Arthur safe

Sir Bedivere casts the sword Excalibur into the Lake, 1911. Artist: Walter Crane
Sir Bedivere casts the sword Excalibur into the Lake, 1911. Of the rebellion of Mordred and death of King Arthur. From Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert, first edition, 1911

Ellens Isle, Loch Katrine, Scotland, late 19th century. Artist: John L Stoddard
Ellens Isle, Loch Katrine, Scotland, late 19th century. View of the freshwater loch near Stirling, reservoir for the city of Glasgow, and the lake of Sir Walter Scotts The Lady of the Lake

KING ARTHUR AND EXCALIBUR. King Arthur receiving the sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for The Story of King Arthur & His Knights

KING ARTHUR, 1903. Receiving the sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake. Drawing, 1903, by Howard Pyle

KING ARTHUR & EXCALIBUR. King Arthur sees the sword Excalibur in the lake: illustration from a 1923 edition of King Arthur and His Knights

LADY OF THE LAKE, 1923. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for the Story of King Arthur and His Knights by Sir James Knowles, 1923

Excalibur being reclaimed by the Lady of the Lake, 1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Excalibur being reclaimed by the Lady of the Lake, 1893. A hand emerging from the lake to reclaim Excalibur, the sword which, according to legend

MAP: WISCONSIN, 1882. Aerial view of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Lithograph after a drawing by Wellge & Poole, 1882

How Sir Bedivere Cast the Sword Excalibur into the Water, an illustration from Le
XJF391514 How Sir Bedivere Cast the Sword Excalibur into the Water, an illustration from Le Morte d Arthur by Sir Thomas Malory, 1893-94 (litho) by Beardsley

SCOTLAND: LOCH KATRINE. The spot an angel deigned to grace - Loch Katrine, Scotland
SCOTLAND: LOCH KATRINE. " The spot an angel deigned to grace" - Loch Katrine, Scotland. Stereograph, c1910

KING ARTHUR, 1903. Receiving the sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake. Drawing, 1903, by Howard Pyle

PYLE: MORGAN LE FAY. Queen Morgana loses Excaliburs sheath. Drawing by Howard Pyle, 1903

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"The Lady of the Lake: A Tale of Arthurian Legends" In the mystical realm of King Arthur's court, Sir Bedevere casts the legendary sword Excalibur into the shimmering lake. As its ripples fade away, King Arthur turns to the enchanting Lady of the Lake for another favor. This iconic scene captured by artist Walter Crane in 1911 portrays a pivotal moment in Arthurian lore. The story of "The Lady of the Lake" has captivated generations with its magical elements and noble characters. Inspired by Sir Walter Scott's poem, this tale weaves together love, honor, and destiny. Alfred Tennyson further immortalized it through his renowned work "Idylls of the King. " A fabric from Mulhouse dating back to 1820 showcases an exquisite depiction of this enigmatic lady who holds immense power over fate itself. Her allure is undeniable as she enchants all those who cross her path. But not all encounters with powerful women end well within these legends. The enchantress Vivien plays a treacherous role in manipulating events that lead to tragedy for King Arthur and his knights. Illustrations from various sources bring these tales to life - from pen and ink drawings capturing intense moments between characters to vibrant lithographs showcasing grandeur and magic. One such illustration depicts Lady Nymue bearing away Launcelot into the depths of her watery domain, forever altering his fate. Through triumphs and tribulations, one constant remains: Excalibur, symbolizing both power and responsibility. Whether it is being proffered or cast into waters deep, this mythical sword shapes destinies while testing loyalty and courage. Join us on a journey through time as we explore these captivating stories surrounding "The Lady of the Lake" - where chivalry meets sorcery amidst a world filled with knights in shining armor and damsels both fair and fierce.