Lgbtqia Collection

Radclyffe Hall, English poet and novelist (b/w photo)
8675962 Radclyffe Hall, English poet and novelist (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radclyffe Hall (1880-1943), English poet and novelist

Natalie Clifford Barney and Renee Vivien, France, c.1900 (b/w photo)
3434387 Natalie Clifford Barney and Renee Vivien, France, c.1900 (b/w photo); (add.info.: The American poet Natalie Clifford Barney and the British poet Renee Vivien.); Photo © CCI

The Triumph of Venus, 1740. Creator: Francois Boucher
The Triumph of Venus, 1740

Venus in her Bath surrounded by Nymphs and Cupids, mid-18th century. Creator: Francois Boucher
Venus in her Bath surrounded by Nymphs and Cupids, mid-18th century

The anglers, c.1744. Creator: Nicolaas Verkolje
The anglers, c.1744. Alternative title: Genre Scene with Elegant Young Couple in a Landscape

Two women in Italian costume, 1851. Creator: Moritz Calisch
Two women in Italian costume, 1851

Of One Heart, 1830. Creator: Cornelis Kruseman
Of One Heart, 1830

Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, 1894 (b/w photo)
3025295 Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, 1894 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde (1854 - 1900) was an Irish writer and poet

Sketch of Anne Lister of Shibden Hall (w / c on paper)
5905677 Sketch of Anne Lister of Shibden Hall (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: Anne Lister (1791-1840) was a diarist

Portrait of Arthur Rimbaud aged 17, 1871 (coloured photo)
7286041 Portrait of Arthur Rimbaud aged 17, 1871 (coloured photo) by Carjat, Etienne (1828-1906); Private Collection; (add.info)

Trans woman (b / w photo)
3643021 Trans woman (b/w photo) by Mandel, Julian or Julien (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trans woman. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Miniature of Anne Lister of Shibden Hall (w / c on paper)
5905678 Miniature of Anne Lister of Shibden Hall (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: Anne Lister (1791-1840) was a diarist

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Love is not 'tis matchmaking heaven or hell: A timeless exploration of queer love stories throughout history. 🌈 Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas' scandalous affair in 1894 defied societal norms, inspiring a revolution in acceptance. 📸 Anne Lister of Shibden Hall, a 19th-century English landowner, penned her diaries in code, revealing her passionate same-sex relationships. 🖋️ 🎨 A sketch of Anne Lister in 1834 and a miniature portrait showcase her regal presence, while her oil painting exudes an undeniable allure. 🌹 📸 A black-and-white photograph captures the resilience of a trans woman, her gaze unwavering, embodying the strength and courage of the LGBTQIA+ community. 🏳️‍🌈 In the early 20th century, poet Arthur Rimbaud, aged 17, defied gender norms with his androgynous appearance and groundbreaking verse. 📖 His coloured portrait, a testament to his artistic genius, continues to inspire generations. 🌈 Through the lens of history, these portraits remind us of the rich tapestry of queer lives, love stories, and contributions to art and literature.