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Lalla Rookh Collection

Step into the enchanting world of Lalla Rookh, a legendary figure from Indian folklore brought to life through various artistic expressions during the Victorian era

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Scene from the New Ballet of 'Lalla Rookh, 'at Her Majestys Theatre (engraving)

Scene from the New Ballet of "Lalla Rookh, "at Her Majestys Theatre (engraving)
1101945 Scene from the New Ballet of " Lalla Rookh, " at Her Majestys Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Paradise and the Peri (engraving)

Paradise and the Peri (engraving)
2777114 Paradise and the Peri (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paradise and the Peri. Cartoon, 28 February 1874)

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Illustrated Gift Books (engraving)

Illustrated Gift Books (engraving)
1612685 Illustrated Gift Books (engraving) by Weir, Harrison William (1824-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrated Gift Books)

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Lalla Rookh (engraving)

Lalla Rookh (engraving)
2808136 Lalla Rookh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lalla Rookh.); © Look and Learn

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Lalla Rookh (engraving)

Lalla Rookh (engraving)
970396 Lalla Rookh (engraving) by Stothard, Thomas (1755-1834) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lalla Rookh. Illustration for The Cabinet of Modern Art)

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Boat Catastrophe, and the 'Lalla Rookh'in Distress, off Worthing (engraving)

Boat Catastrophe, and the "Lalla Rookh"in Distress, off Worthing (engraving)
1097035 Boat Catastrophe, and the " Lalla Rookh" in Distress, off Worthing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boat Catastrophe)

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball (engraving)

Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball (engraving)
3630228 Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball (engraving) by Partridge, Bernard (1861-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball)

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: 'Lalla Rookh'at the Novelty Theatre (engraving)

"Lalla Rookh"at the Novelty Theatre (engraving)
1616669 " Lalla Rookh" at the Novelty Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Lalla Rookh" at the Novelty Theatre)

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Last surviving Tasmanian aboriginal woman, 1876

Last surviving Tasmanian aboriginal woman, 1876
Lalla Rookh, the last Tasmanian aborigine, who died in 1876. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLalla Rookh Collection: Source Size = 1702 x 2075

Source Size = 1702 x 2075
Illustrated Edition of " lalla Rookh" : Battle Scene from " the Veiled Prophet of Khorassan"



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Step into the enchanting world of Lalla Rookh, a legendary figure from Indian folklore brought to life through various artistic expressions during the Victorian era. Witness the beauty of "The Peri," a marble statue by J. S. Westmacott from the International Exhibition of 1862, and let your imagination soar. Delve deeper into the tale with intricate engravings from scenes of the New Ballet of "Lalla Rookh" at Her Majesty's Theatre, Paradise and the Peri, and Illustrated Gift Books. Marvel at the captivating images herself. Experience the thrill of the boat catastrophe and the distress of "Lalla Rookh" off Worthing, as depicted in an engraving. Join Mr. Punch at his Literary Costume Ball and catch a glimpse of "Lalla Rookh" at the Novelty Theatre. Travel to an early paradise, the famous Vale of Cashmere, watered by the winding Jhelum River in Kashmir, India, as seen in a Victorian stereo view card. And finally, contemplate the last surviving Tasmanian aboriginal woman, a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage that inspired this timeless tale. Join us on this journey through history and art, as we explore the captivating world of Lalla Rookh.