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Michael Collection (#96)

"Michael: A Timeless Name Embracing Art, Music, and History" From the electrifying Meat Loaf concert to the captivating masterpiece "The Fall of the Damned" by Rubens

Background imageMichael Collection: Illustrated London News, Special Number, Great War Deeds

Illustrated London News, Special Number, Great War Deeds
The Illustrated London News, Special Number, Great War Deeds including a 4 page panorama supplement. Contains 29 Deeds by various artists, including Padday, Bryan (de Grineau), Caton-Woodville

Background imageMichael Collection: Society war-workers, 1918

Society war-workers, 1918
A page from The Sketch featuring four society ladies involved in war work. Top left is Lady Rosamund Butler, elder daughter of the Earl and Countess of Carrick

Background imageMichael Collection: Balachowa and Mordkin leaving for the front

Balachowa and Mordkin leaving for the front
The famous Russian dancers, Mme. Alexandra Balachowa, who is to be a Red Cross nurse, and M. Michael Mordkin, who is a reservist, leaving Charing Cross for the front

Background imageMichael Collection: Albert Herring, Aldeburgh Festival 1962

Albert Herring, Aldeburgh Festival 1962
Benjamin Britten taking a curtain call after Albert Herring performed in the Jubilee Hall on 20 June 1962 during the Aldeburgh Festival

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Arlen with Mrs Musker & Mrs Stanley-Clarke

Michael Arlen with Mrs Musker & Mrs Stanley-Clarke
Michael Arlen (1895-1956), writer, known best of all for his sensational 1920s novel, The Green Hat. Born Dikran Kouyoumdjian, in Bulgaria, of Armenian parents. Naturalised British, 1922

Background imageMichael Collection: The Parting by A. C. Michael

The Parting by A. C. Michael
A British officer bids farewell to his wife or sweetheart, who looks understandably worried about what his fate might be. Date: 1915

Background imageMichael Collection: Chiesa di San Michele, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy

Chiesa di San Michele, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy
Chiesa di San Michele in Foro, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy. Date: late 19th century

Background imageMichael Collection: Luncheon of Anglo-Swedish Society with T. S. Eliot

Luncheon of Anglo-Swedish Society with T. S. Eliot
A luncheon in London of the Anglo-Swedish Society to celebrate Strindbergs centenary. The poet T.S. Eliot presided. Shown left to right (facing)

Background imageMichael Collection: Brussels c. 1835

Brussels c. 1835
A view of Brussels, Belgium, near the port d Anderlecht. The cathedral of St. Michael and Gudula can be seen on the horizon. Date: c.1835

Background imageMichael Collection: Tatler front cover, Entertaining issue, 1964

Tatler front cover, Entertaining issue, 1964
Front cover of The Tatler magazine showing a girl acting hostess, representing Tatlers devotion to autumn entertaining in this particular issue

Background imageMichael Collection: Vera Fokina, Russian ballet dancer

Vera Fokina, Russian ballet dancer
Vera Fokina (nee Antonova, 1886-1958), Russian ballet dancer, wife of Mikhail Fokine. In 1914 she was dancing in a Russian season at Drury Lane, London. Date: July 1914

Background imageMichael Collection: The Bohemian Girl, by Michael William Balfe

The Bohemian Girl, by Michael William Balfe
Scene from the opera, The Bohemian Girl, by Michael William Balfe Date: c.1910

Background imageMichael Collection: Sir Michael A. S. Biddulph, Vanity Fair, Spy

Sir Michael A. S. Biddulph, Vanity Fair, Spy
SIR MICHAEL ANTHONY SHRAPNEL BIDDULPH (1823-1904) Artist. Caption: The Regalia Date: 1823-1904

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Henry Herbert

Michael Henry Herbert
SIR MICHAEL HENRY HERBERT " Washington". The British Ambassador to the United States between 1902-1903 Date: 1857 - 1903

Background imageMichael Collection: Ramsey Church

Ramsey Church
The splendid Norman tower of St. Michaels Church, Romsey, Essex, England. Date: 11th - 12th century

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Faraday

Michael Faraday
MICHAEL FARADAY chemist and inventor Date: 1791 - 1867

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Wolgemuth - 2

Michael Wolgemuth - 2
MICHAEL WOLGEMUTH German artist, master of Albrecht Durer Date: 1434 - 1519

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael II of Tapfere

Michael II of Tapfere
MICHAEL II DER TAPFERE ruler of Walachia (part of Romania) Date: RULED 1593 - 1601

Background imageMichael Collection: Octavia Shaw-Stewart

Octavia Shaw-Stewart
OVTAVIA SHAW-STEWART Grosvenor) wife of Sir Michael Shaw- Stewart, seventh baronet Date: 1829 - 1921

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Ignatius Schmidt

Michael Ignatius Schmidt
MICHAEL IGNATIUS SCHMIDT German churchman and historian - of classical times, to judge by the ornaments. Date: 1736 - 1794

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Sadler

Michael Sadler
MICHAEL SADLER Social reformer and political economist, author of The law of population. with his autograph Date: 1780 - 1835

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Sadleir

Michael Sadleir
MICHAEL SADLEIR writer and bibliographer, best known for his novel Fanny by gaslight written 13 years after this portrait was made. Date: 1888 - 1957

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Rysbrack - 1

Michael Rysbrack - 1
MICHAEL RYSBRACK sculptor Date: 1694 - 1770

Background imageMichael Collection: Dorothea Rutter

Dorothea Rutter
DOROTHEA RUTTER (nee Hales) wife of Michael Rutter of Bourton-on-the-Hill Date: 1632 - 1662

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Rysbrack - 2

Michael Rysbrack - 2
MICHAEL RYSBRACK sculptor Date: 1694 - 1770

Background imageMichael Collection: Nathaniel Partridge

Nathaniel Partridge
NATHANIEL PARTRIDGE English churchman, nonconformist minister of Saint Michael s, St Albans. Date: ? - 1684

Background imageMichael Collection: Omer Pasha - 7

Omer Pasha - 7
OMER (or Omar) PASHA real name: Michael Lattas Croatian-born military commander in the Turkish army, on horseback during the Crimean War. Date: 1806 - 1871

Background imageMichael Collection: Omer Pasha - 5

Omer Pasha - 5
OMER (or Omar) PASHA real name : Michael Lattas Croatian-born general in the Turkish army, receiving the Sultans letter appointing him commander, army of Roumelia. Date: 1806 - 1871

Background imageMichael Collection: Omer Pasha - 6

Omer Pasha - 6
OMER (or Omar) PASHA real name: Michael Lattas Croatian-born general in the Turkish army, on horseback with his pipe-bearer during the Crimean War. Date: 1806 - 1871

Background imageMichael Collection: Omer Pasha - 4

Omer Pasha - 4
OMER (or Omar) PASHA real name: Michael Lattas Croatian-born general in the Turkish army, commanded army in the Crimean War, Date: 1806 - 1871

Background imageMichael Collection: Omer Pasha - 3

Omer Pasha - 3
OMER (or Omar) PASHA real name: Michael Lattas Croatian-born general in the Turkish army, commanded army in the Crimean War, Date: 1806 - 1871

Background imageMichael Collection: Omer Pasha - 2

Omer Pasha - 2
OMER (or Omar) PASHA real name: Michael Lattas Croatian-born general in the Turkish army, commanded army in the Crimean War, Date: 1806 - 1871

Background imageMichael Collection: Johann Von Obentraut

Johann Von Obentraut
JOHANN MICHAEL von OBENTRAUT German soldier and statesman Date: 1574 - 1625

Background imageMichael Collection: Michael Nolan

Michael Nolan
MICHAEL NOLAN Barrister-at-law and author of books on legal matters. Date: ? - 1827

Background imageMichael Collection: Munkacsy - 3

Munkacsy - 3
MICHAEL MUNKACSY Hungarian artist Date: 1844-1900

Background imageMichael Collection: Munkacsy - 4

Munkacsy - 4
MICHAEL MUNKACSY Hungarian artist Date: 1844-1900

Background imageMichael Collection: Munkacsy - 2

Munkacsy - 2
MICHAEL MUNKACSY Hungarian artist Date: 1844-1900

Background imageMichael Collection: Johann Moscherosch

Johann Moscherosch
JOHANN MICHAEL MOSCHEROSCH German writer Date: 1601 - 1669




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"Michael: A Timeless Name Embracing Art, Music, and History" From the electrifying Meat Loaf concert to the captivating masterpiece "The Fall of the Damned" by Rubens, it has left an indelible mark on various realms. The breathtaking view of St Michaels Mount in Cornwall evokes a sense of tranquility that resonates with this timeless name. Intriguingly, a 14th-century Byzantine icon portrays Archangel Michael, symbolizing strength and protection. This echoes through time as we delve into history's pages adorned with figures like Tallulah Bankhead on Tatler's front cover in 1925 or even Michael O'Leary's poster capturing attention. Stepping into Sherlock Holmes Exhibition's living room transports us to another era where mysteries unfold. Here stands St Michael Archangel by Guido Reni, reminding us of his unwavering presence throughout centuries. Art continues to enchant as Pieter Bruegel the Elder unveils "The Fall of the Rebel Angels, " depicting celestial battles between good and evil. J. M. W Turner mesmerizes with "The Angel Standing in the Sun, " showcasing divine radiance amidst nature's splendor. Even leisure activities intertwine with this illustrious name; a jigsaw puzzle featuring golfers at Prestwick golf course takes us back to Scotland circa 1914, and is here that Michael transcends boundaries and becomes part of cherished pastimes. Lastly, we encounter Mrs (later Lady) Dorothy D'Oyly Carte—a woman whose elegance mirrors her noble lineage—daughter of the 2nd Earl of Cranbrook. She embodies grace reminiscent of all those who bear this iconic name. In essence, 'Michael' encapsulates a rich tapestry woven from artistry, music, historical significance, and personal connections across generations—an enduring legacy that will forever captivate our imagination.