Quilp Collection

The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell and grandfather in the shop
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

Sampson Brass and Quilp (colour litho)
3101918 Sampson Brass and Quilp (colour litho) by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sampson Brass and Quilp)

The dwarf threw down the newspaper from which he had been chanting the words already quoted
1122861 The dwarf threw down the newspaper from which he had been chanting the words already quoted and seizing a rust iron bar, c.1920 (colour litho) by Reynolds

"You thought you were a widow, eh?", c.1920 (colour litho)
1122856 "You thought you were a widow, eh?", c.1920 (colour litho) by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Characters from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465793 Characters from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Chuckster; Nell; Short)

Quilp, from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465760 Quilp, from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Quilp and Sampson Brass, The Old Curiosity Shop (colour litho)
3093521 Quilp and Sampson Brass, The Old Curiosity Shop (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quilp and Sampson Brass, The Old Curiosity Shop)

The Last Of Quilp. Illustration By Harry Furniss For The Charles Dickens Novel The Old Curiosity Shop, From The Testimonial Edition, Published 1910

Quilp Vents His Spite On The Figure Head. "Sampson Brass Had Never Seen Anything In The Smallest Degree Resembling
Quilp Vents His Spite On The Figure Head. " Sampson Brass Had Never Seen Anything In The Smallest Degree Resembling This Substantial Phantom

Mr. Quilps Young Friend And Place Of Business. From The Old Curiosity Shop By Charles Dickens

OLD CURIOSITY SHOP. Quilp surprising his wifes visitors. Wood engraving from a 19th-century American edition of Charles Dickens Old Curiosity Shop

The Old Curiosity Shop, Quilp and the ladies
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, Mr Quilp seated on beer-barrel
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, Mrs Jiniwin & Sampson Brass
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, the single gentleman
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, Quilp mocks the figurehead
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

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"Quilp: The Mysterious and Malevolent Character from The Old Curiosity Shop" Step into the enchanting world of Charles Dickens' masterpiece, The Old Curiosity Shop, where the captivating characters come to life. Among them is Quilp, a figure both feared and despised by all who encounter him. In this vividly illustrated lithograph from 1923, we see Nell and her grandfather in their quaint little shop. Little do they know that their lives are about to be turned upside down by the cunning and conniving Quilp. Another striking image showcases Quilp alongside Sampson Brass, his partner in crime. Their devious plans unfold as they scheme against innocent souls caught in their web of deceit. The engravings from 1910 further depict the gripping tale of Quilp's vengeful nature. With a rusty iron bar in hand, he takes out his spite on an eerie figurehead, symbolizing his relentless pursuit for retribution. Harry Furniss' illustrations bring forth the intensity of Quilp's character as he exclaims with malice, "Is it like Kit? Is it his picture, his image, his very self?" His twisted mind revels in tormenting those around him. Amidst these dark moments lies a glimpse into Mr. Quilp's young friend and place of business—a chilling reminder that evil can lurk even within seemingly harmless connections. Finally, we witness Quilp surprising visitors at home—an unsettling scene captured through a wood engraving from a 19th-century American edition. It serves as a haunting reminder that danger can strike when least expected. As you delve into The Old Curiosity Shop's pages filled with intrigue and suspense, prepare yourself for encounters with one of literature's most memorable villains—Quilp—the embodiment of malevolence itself.