Pencil Drawing Collection (#100)

Victoria, 1819 - 1901. Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Empress of India. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946)

French troops on the streets of Paris, France during Prince Louis-NapolA©on Bonapartes coup d A©tat of 1851
French troops on the streets of Paris, France during Prince Louis-Napoleon Bonapartes coup d etat of 1851. From Historia de los Crimenes del Despotismo, published 1870

Catherine II, 1729 - 1796, also known as Catherine the Great. Empress of Russia. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946), from Living Biographies of Famous Rulers

Princess Maria Christina of the Two Sicilies, 1806 - 1878. Queen consort of Spain as the wife of Ferdinand VII and Regent of Spain as the mother of Isabella II, Queen of Spain

Juan ulvarez MendizAabal, born Juan ulvarez MA©ndez, 1790 - 1853. Spanish economist
Juan ulvarez MendizAabal, born Juan ulvarez Mendez, 1790 - 1853. Spanish economist, politician and Prime Minister of Spain. From Historia de los Crimenes del Despotismo, published 1870

Agustin Arguelles, 1776 - 1844. Spanish liberal politician, lawyer and diplomat. From Historia de los Crimenes del Despotismo, published 1870

Philip II of Spain, 1527 - 1598, called the Prudent. King of Spain, King of Portugal as Philip I, King of Naples and Sicily and jure uxoris King of England

Charles V, 1500 - 1558. Ruler of both the Spanish Empire as Charles I from 1516 and the Holy Roman Empire from 1519. From Historia de los Crimenes del Despotismo, published 1870

Artists impression of Solomons Temple in ancient Jerusalem before it was destroyed by Nebuchadnezzar II after the Siege of Jerusalem of 587 BC

Artists impression of the Acropolis of Athens in ancient Greece

Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill, 1874 - 1965, British politician, army officer, writer and two times Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, 1881 - 1938, Turkish army officer, revolutionary, founder of the Republic of Turkey, and its first President

Ignacy Jan Paderewski, 1860 - 1941, Polish pianist and composer, politician, statesman and spokesman for Polish independence

Enrico Caruso, 1873 - 1921. Italian operatic tenor. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946), from Living Biographies of Famous Men

Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov, also known as Lenin, 1870 - 1924. Russian communist revolutionary, politician and political theorist

Sun Yat-sen, 1866 - 1925, Chinese physician, writer, philosopher, calligrapher and revolutionary, the first president and founding father of the Republic of China

Karl Marx, 1818 - 1883, German philosopher, economist, historian, political theorist, sociologist, journalist and revolutionary socialist

Giuseppe Garibaldi, 1807 - 1882, Italian general, politician and nationalist. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946), from Living Biographies of Famous Men

Simon Jose Antonio de la Santisima Trinidad Bolivar Palacios Ponte y Blanco, 1783 - 1830, also known as Simon Bolivar and El Libertador, Venezuelan military and political leader

Samuel Johnson, 1709 - 1784, aka Dr. Johnson. English writer, poet, essayist, moralist, literary critic, biographer, editor and lexicographer

Sir Walter Raleigh, c. 1554 - 1618. English landed gentleman, writer, poet, soldier, politician, courtier
Sir Walter Raleigh, c.1554 - 1618. English landed gentleman, writer, poet, soldier, politician, courtier, spy and explorer

Benvenuto Cellini, 1500 - 1571. Italian goldsmith, sculptor, draftsman, soldier, author, musician, and artist. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946)

Marco Polo, 1254 - 1324, Italian merchant, explorer and writer. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946), from Living Biographies of Famous Men

Rafael Gomez Ortega, 1882 - 1960, aka El Gallo. Celebrated Spanish bullfighter

Alexander III of Macedon, 356 BC - 323 BC, also known as Alexander the Great. King of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon and member of the Argead dynasty

Zoological Gardens, Regents Park, London, England in the 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Covent Garden Market, Westminster, London, England in the early 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Bow Street, Covent Garden, Westminster, London, England. Seen here the Bow Street Runners, an early voluntary police force established by the magistrate Henry Fielding in 1749

Jacob Tonson, also known as Jacob Tonson the elder, 1655-1736. 18th century bookseller and publisher. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

A 19th century view of Birmingham, West Midlands, England. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Old Houses of Lords and Commons, Palace of Westminster, London, England, seen here before the fire of 1834. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

The Royal Arcade, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, seen here in the 19th century, the building was demolished in 1963. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Grainger Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, seen here in the 19th century. Built by Richard Grainger (1797-1861) a builder in Newcastle upon Tyne

The Folly, a floating coffee-house on the River Thames, opposite Somerset House, London, England. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Seven Dials, West End of London, England, seen here in the early 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

The Thames Tunnel, London, England, seen here in the early 19th century. Built beneath the River Thames in London, it connects Rotherhithe and Wapping

Mansion House, London, England, seen here in the early 19th century. It is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

The London Bridge railway station, London, England in the 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Sir Isaac Newtons House, St. Martins Street, Leicester Square, London, England. Sir Isaac Newton, 1642 - 1726 / 27
Sir Isaac Newtons House, St. Martins Street, Leicester Square, London, England. Sir Isaac Newton, 1642 - 1726/27. English mathematician, astronomer, theologian, author and physicist

Woolsthorpe Manor, Woolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth, Lincolnshire, England. The birthplace of Sir Isaac Newton, 1642 - 1726/27. English mathematician, astronomer, theologian, author and physicist

A game of Shinty in progress in the 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Vauxhall Gardens, Kennington, London, England in the 18th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Dancing Dolls, a 19th century fairground attraction. The man worked the dolls by means of a string looped around his foot, whilst playing the bagpipes

Thomas Lombes silk mill, Derby, England. Sir Thomas Lombe, 1685-1739. English merchant and developer of machinery for silk throwing. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

View of Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, 18th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

A view of Plymouth, Devon, England in the late 18th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

A view of York, North Yorkshire, England in the late 18th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

A view of Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England in the early 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

Immerse yourself in the intricate world of pencil drawing, where artistry meets imagination. With each stroke of graphite on paper, a masterpiece comes to life. Transport yourself to ancient times as you sketch the majestic Monkey Puzzle tree (araucaria imbricata), reminiscent of an era long gone. Let your creativity soar like the Roman God Janus, who symbolizes beginnings and transitions. Capture the essence of valor and heroism as you depict the legendary Heroes Of The Trojan War with precision and detail. Explore different sheep breeds, like the resilient Shropshire sheep, showcasing their unique characteristics through shading and texture. Bring nature's vibrant beauty to your artwork by illustrating birds such as the Yellow Hammer bird or Sparrow Hawk bird of prey in all their glory. Delve into history with an antique map of Hadrian's Wall, tracing its path through time with delicate lines. Marvel at creatures that defy expectations, like the Scheltopusik or European legless lizard (Pseudopus apodus), using shadows to emphasize its mysterious allure. Admire game birds such as the Black Grouse or Belted Kingfisher bird for their striking features that demand attention. As you create these stunning drawings, channel your inner Greek poet or philosopher - let your thoughts flow onto paper alongside each stroke. Embrace this artistic journey where pencil becomes a conduit for expression and storytelling. In this realm lies endless possibilities; it is up to you to bring forth enchanting worlds filled with wonder and inspiration. So pick up your pencils and embark on a creative adventure that will captivate both artist and viewer alike.