Matania Collection (page 2)

A British Advanced observation post
A ruined house is used as an advanced observation post by British officers. Situated close to German lines, the officers relay information back about the accuracy of artillery fire

In No Mans Land
" In No Mans Land: The Dread Territory Which Belongs to Neither German nor Briton" Royal engineers, working in the dark of No Mans Land to construct barbed wire barriers in front of British

French light cavalry at Lassigny, World War One
The charge of the French Light Cavalry against the Germans on the road to Lassigny (a village between Montvidier and Noyon in France) during World War One. Date: 1914

The Strongest.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

The Capture of Givenchy, (1919). Creator: Fortunino Matania
The Capture of Givenchy, (1919). Scene from the First World War, 1914-1919: How the Manchester Regiment Captured the Village of Givenchy by Storm and Drove Out the Germans

George VI in coronation robes: the Golden Imperial mantle, with St Edwards crown, 1937. Artist: Fortunino Matania
George VI in coronation robes: the Golden Imperial mantle, with St Edwards crown, 1937. A coloured plate from the Illustrated London News: Coronation Record Number, (London, 1937)

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth enthroned and crowned in Westminster Abbey, 12th May 1937. The King holds the Orb and Sovereigns Sceptre and wears the Imperial State Crown

Development of trench warfare in France by Matania
Protecting the man and armouring the trench. French soldiers wearing the new steel helmet holding an armoured trench during a violent German artillery bombardment

King Edward VII - last visit to Biarritz
King Edward VII conversing with the Marquis de Soveral, during his final visit to Biarritz in 1910 - he would die just weeks later. 1910

George VI in coronation robes: the Robe of Purple Velvet, with the Imperial State Crown, 1937. A coloured plate from the Illustrated London News: Coronation Record Number, (London, 1937)

George VI in coronation robes: the Crimson Robe of State, with the Cap of Maintenance, 1937. Artist: Fortunino Matania
George VI in coronation robes: the Crimson Robe of State, with the Cap of Maintenance, 1937. A coloured plate from the Illustrated London News: Coronation Record Number, (London, 1937)

Pharaohs Workers - Ancient Egypt - by Fortunino Matania
Workers building a temple or palace for a Pharaoh in Ancient Egypt. Date: Unknown, poss. 1920s

German parachute troops, WW2
Germanys Newest Weapon - The Parachute Troops. The New Method of Warfare in the Attack on the Low Countries. Date: 1940

Matania Advertisement Illustration
A detailed illustration, probably used for advertisement purposes, showing a scene in which two elegantly dressed figures, a man and a seated young lady

An allegory about the peace negotiations at end of WW1
A rather biased allegorical illustration by Fortunino Matania showing Justice, with her foot on the prostrate giant of Germany, holding her sword in one hand and scales in another

Edward VII lying in state, Westminster Hall, London
King Edward VII lying in state, Westminster Hall, London. Date: 1910

Edward VII, who passed away on 6 May 1910, at the age of 69. The King's body lay-in-state in the Throne Room at Buckingham Palace, London, guarded by Ist Grenadier Guards. Date: 1910

British soldiers being gassed at Ypres. WWI
How the gas devil comes - Thick green mist came rolling towards the parapet On the 22nd April 1915 at Ypres, the Germans used poisonous chlorine gas for the first time

Exhibition of life-saving techniques at the Bath Club in Dover Street. The swimming baths of choice for high society, the Bath Club attracted a well-heeled membership. Date: 1912

Scene at the Tower of London with female visitors in the company of a Yeoman of the Guard or Beefeater, while soldiers in Guards uniform adjust their bearskin helmets. Date: c.1910

The Typhoon at the London Hippodrome by Matania
The Typhoon, the latest water spectacle at the London Hippodrome, where a storm was created in the theatres state-of-the-art water tank

Sphere cover - The Italians in Tripoli
Front cover of The Sphere featuring a symbolic illustration by the Italian artist, Eduardo Matania, to reflect the involvement of young Italy in the Tripoli campaign

The Taverna of the Excelsior Palace, Venice Lido
Luncheon at the Taverna restaurant of the Excelsior Palace Hotel at the fashionable Venice Lido. Diners were encouraged to visit the Taverna in their swimwear or beach pyjamas

Gunners passing burning buildings, by Ugo Matania, WW1
Gunners passing burning buildings, illustration for The Sphere, 26 May 1917, oil on card by Ugo Matania, First World War. 1917

North Pole, looks like according to Frederick Cook 1908
Polar exploration in 1908 on the front cover of The Sphere, showing Dr. Frederick A. Cook setting-up camera equipment to take a photograph of an igloo with the United States of Americas flag with two

Milan, Italy - Interior of the Teatro alla Scala
circa 1910s

Female WaC RAF motor-cyclist at work 1918
Female WaC RAF motor-cyclist driving a staff officer through the Strand, London, with the famous Russian restaurant, Romanos, in the background

An Incident in the Retreat from Mons, (1919). Creator: Unknown
An Incident in the Retreat from Mons, (1919). Scene from the First World War: in August 1914 the British Expeditionary Force were attacked by the Germans at Mons in Belgium

Princess Caraboo and Napoleon by Fortunino Matania
Mary Baker (n饠 Willcocks) (1791-1864) a Devonshire cobblers daughter and noted impostor. Posing as the fictional Princess Caraboo

Bathing in the Ganges by Fortunino Matania
With our special artist in India: a wonderful sight in the metropolis of Hinduism. Thousands of pilgrims, fakirs and other worshippers bathing in the holy waters of the Ganges, Benares, India

Off the Point de la Vieille at Monte Carlo, water skiing
Woman water skiing off the Point de la Vieille at Monte Carlo beach on the French Riviera. Part of a series of illustrations by Fortunino Matania done in the Bystander to publicise the resort

Circus Maximus in Rome by Matania
Proposed reconstruction of the Circus Maximus in Rome - the Circus at its zenith. A fight with wild beasts in the long arena of the Circus Maximus - a mounted archer meets an oncoming lion

Woollands store in Knightsbridge by Matania
The Christmas Shopping Season - A Sphere artist visits a West-End House. A scene in the costume salon of Messrs. Woollands well-known house in Knightsbridge, the centre of fashion

The Strand Roman Bath Reconstructed by Matania
The roman bath in the Strand, its probable appearance in antiquity envisaged by the Sphere artist and enthusiast in Roman antiquities, Fortunino Matania

Turco-Italian War - on the way to Tripoli by Matania
The Turco-Italian War - on the way to Tripoli: the manner in which the Italian soldier amuses himself en route. Date: 1911

Sphere front cover - Treasure Island at the Strand Theatre
Front cover of The Sphere featuring illustration by Fortunino Matania of a scene from the play, Treasure Island, performed at the Strand Theatre in 1922 with Arthur Bourchier in the role of Long John

George V, Queen Mary & Prince of Wales by Matania
The three royal makers of Wembley - The King, the Queen and the Prince of Wales (President of the British Empire Exhibition). A special group by Fortunino Matania. Date: 1924

The Gold Coast section at the Wembley exhibition, Matania
When North meets South at Wembley - a study in the Gold Coast section. Illustration by Fortunino Matania of the British Empire exhibition at Wembley, showing a fair-haired Western girl

Elephants pull steam roller & motors for Amir of Afghanistan
The most remarkable caravan that ever entered Afghanistan - a steam roller and motors for the Ameer. Ten elephants sent to Chaman to convey a steam roller, a motor car

Reconstructing Ancient Pompeii by Fortunino Matania
In front of the magnificent temple of Apollo: a reconstruction of Pompeii before the terrible eruption of 79 A.D. A scene drawn by Sphere special artist Fortunino Matania

Sketches at the Royal Tournament
Leaves from an artists sketch book - impressions of some of the figures and incidents at the Royal tournament by Fortunino Matania

Fortunino Matania - Sphere artist at Cowes
Illustrator and special artist for The Sphere, Fortunino Matania (1881-1963) pictured at Cowes on the Isle of Wight during Cowes Week where he was there to observe

Chez Vous, Venice Lido by Fortunino Matania
An impression of Chez Vous, the night club of the Excelsior Hotel at the Venice Lido, favoured resort for smart society, showing the multi-coloured fountains providing a magical backdrop to the dance

A burial in Ancient Egypt by Matania
A Burial in Ancient Egypt - A Reconstruction of the Scene at the Entombment of a High Official. Women mourners lamenting before the mummy of the departed Egyptian whilst the priest conducts

Armistice Day, November 11 1918 by Fortunino Matania
King and People in the Streets of London, Armistice Day, November 11, 1918. King George V and Queen Mary driving through the streets of London greeted by jubilant crowds celebrating the end of

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"Matania: Capturing the Essence of History and Humanity" Step into the world of Matania, where art becomes a powerful storyteller. From "Last Absolution of the Munsters" to "Good-bye, Old Man, " Fortunio Matania's masterpieces transport us through time. In "L Battery, Royal Horse Artillery, " British guns dash through a French town, showcasing the relentless spirit of war. Meanwhile, in "Please, Mr Policeman, where is Father Christmas?" Matania captures the innocence and wonderment of children during festive times. Witness strength personified in "The Strongest. " Feel the artist's passion as he unveils his sanctuary in "My Studio. " And amidst chaos and change during World War I, find solace at an Advanced Dressing Station on the Western Front. "The Cross Bearers" takes us to a WWI battlefield where bravery shines through adversity. In contrast, we are reminded of sacrifice with poignant scenes like that at Westminster Abbey for "The Unknown Warrior. " But it is not just history that Matania immortalizes; he also pays tribute to Australian troops counter-attacking at Amiens during WWI. Their courage echoes throughout generations. Through vivid strokes and meticulous attention to detail, Matania breathes life into moments frozen in time. His artworks transcend mere images; they become portals connecting past and present. So step into this captivating journey with Matania as your guide. Discover stories untold within each stroke of his brush – tales etched forever on canvas for all to see and feel.