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Sandys Collection (#7)

"Exploring the Diverse World of Sandys: From Sketches to Engravings

Background imageSandys Collection: La Belle Isolde, 1862. Artist: Frederick Augustus Sandys

La Belle Isolde, 1862. Artist: Frederick Augustus Sandys
La Belle Isolde, 1862. From The Connoisseur Volume 103. [Otto Limited, London, 1939]

Background imageSandys Collection: Winston Churchill with grandson Julian Sandys

Winston Churchill with grandson Julian Sandys
Winston Churchill greeting his grandson Julian Sandys (son of Diana Churchill). circa 1940s

Background imageSandys Collection: Tunku Abdul Rahman, Harold Macmillan, Duncan Sandys and Lee

Tunku Abdul Rahman, Harold Macmillan, Duncan Sandys and Lee
Photograph showing (left to right): Tunku Abdul Rahman, Prime Minister of the Federation of Malaya; Harold Macmillan, Prime Minister of Great Britain; Duncan Sandys

Background imageSandys Collection: Skit on Sir Isumbras and the P. R. B. (1923)

Skit on Sir Isumbras and the P. R. B. (1923)
Skit on Sir Isumbras and the P.R.B. (1923). Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Background imageSandys Collection: A True Prospect of the Giants Causeway

A True Prospect of the Giants Causeway (1696). Sandys, Edwin d.1708. Date: 1696

Background imageSandys Collection: Cleopatra VII (69-30 BC), Queen of Egypt, dissolving pearls in wine, 1866

Cleopatra VII (69-30 BC), Queen of Egypt, dissolving pearls in wine, 1866. Artist: Frederick Augustus Sandys
Cleopatra VII (69-30 BC), Queen of Egypt, dissolving pearls in wine, 1866. Cleopatra was the last ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty, established when Alexander the Great conquered Egypt in 332 BC

Background imageSandys Collection: Matthew Arnold by Anthony Frederick Augustus Sandys

Matthew Arnold by Anthony Frederick Augustus Sandys
Matthew Arnold (1822-1888) by Anthony Frederick Augustus Sandys (1829-1904), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). Date: 1884

Background imageSandys Collection: Victorian girl waiting by a loom / Frederick Sandys

Victorian girl waiting by a loom / Frederick Sandys
The Waiting Time by Frederick Sandys in the Churchmans Magazine, 1863, depicting a Victorian girl waiting by a loom Date: 1925

Background imageSandys Collection: If by Frederick Sandys

If by Frederick Sandys
Picture of a distraught Victorian damsel against a backdrop of white cliffs, entitled " If", by Frederick Sandys to illustrate Christina Rossettis poem The Argosy 1866 Date: 1925

Background imageSandys Collection: George Sandys - 1

George Sandys - 1
GEORGE SANDYS poet and traveler, son of Edwin archbishop of York. Date: 1578 - 1644

Background imageSandys Collection: George Sandys - 2

George Sandys - 2
GEORGE SANDYS poet and traveler, son of Edwin archbishop of York. Date: 1578 - 1644

Background imageSandys Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Jacob, Hears, Voice, Lord, Dalziels Bible Gallery, Printer

Drawings Prints, Print, Jacob, Hears, Voice, Lord, Dalziels Bible Gallery, Printer
Drawings and Prints, Print, Jacob Hears the Voice of the Lord (Dalziels Bible Gallery), Printer, Publisher, Engraver, Artist, After, Camden Press, Scribner and Welford, Dalziel Brothers

Background imageSandys Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Old Chartist, Once Week, vol. 6, p. 183, Engraver, Artist

Drawings Prints, Print, Old Chartist, Once Week, vol. 6, p. 183, Engraver, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Old Chartist (in Once a Week, vol. 6, p. 183), Engraver, Artist, After, Joseph Swain, Frederick Augustus Sandys, British, Oxford 1820-1909 London, British

Background imageSandys Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Danae Brazen Chamber, Engraver, Artist, Joseph Swain, Frederick

Drawings Prints, Print, Danae Brazen Chamber, Engraver, Artist, Joseph Swain, Frederick
Drawings and Prints, Print, Danae in the Brazen Chamber, Engraver, Artist, After, Joseph Swain, Frederick Augustus Sandys, British, Oxford 1820-1909 London, British, Norwich 1829-1904 London, Swain

Background imageSandys Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Old Chartist, Engraver, Artist, Joseph Swain, Frederick Augustus Sandys

Drawings Prints, Print, Old Chartist, Engraver, Artist, Joseph Swain, Frederick Augustus Sandys
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Old Chartist, Engraver, Artist, After, Joseph Swain, Frederick Augustus Sandys, British, Oxford 1820-1909 London, British, Norwich 1829-1904 London, Swain, Joseph

Background imageSandys Collection: Study of a Head

Study of a Head (1890). Sandys, Frederick 1829-1904. Date: 1890

Background imageSandys Collection: Cassandra

Cassandra (c. 1863-64). Sandys, Frederick 1829-1904. Date: 1863-64 (circa)

Background imageSandys Collection: From left: Duncan Sandys, Minister of Aviation, and Pete?

From left: Duncan Sandys, Minister of Aviation, and Pete?
From left: Duncan Sandys, Minister of Aviation, and Peter Masefield, RAeS President 1959-1960, both discussed the White paper on Defence in their speeches at the 94th Anniversary Luncheon at

Background imageSandys Collection: Duncan Sandys, Minister of Aviation delivers his speech ?

Duncan Sandys, Minister of Aviation delivers his speech ?
Duncan Sandys, Minister of Aviation delivers his speech at the 94th Anniversary Luncheon at the Dorchester Hotel, London, on 12 January 1960

Background imageSandys Collection: Whitlingham, Norfolk Inscribed in dark red paint, lower center: F Sandys. 1860

Whitlingham, Norfolk Inscribed in dark red paint, lower center: F Sandys. 1860
Whitlingham, Norfolk Inscribed in dark red paint, lower center: " F Sandys. 1860:" Signed and dated in dark red paint, lower center: " F Sandys

Background imageSandys Collection: Grace Rose Inscribed, upper left: Grace Rose Dated, upper left: A

Grace Rose Inscribed, upper left: Grace Rose Dated, upper left: A
Grace Rose Inscribed, upper left: " Grace Rose" Dated, upper left: " A.D. 1866", Frederick Sandys, 1829-1904, British

Background imageSandys Collection: EDWIN SANDYS (1561-1629). English colonial organizer. Mezzotint, English, 1776

EDWIN SANDYS (1561-1629). English colonial organizer. Mezzotint, English, 1776

Background imageSandys Collection: Bermuda Railway -The first coach to Somerset

Bermuda Railway -The first coach to Somerset
A gasoline-powered passenger coach of Bermuda Railway - The first coach to Somerset, running at full speed! The Bermuda Railway was a 21.7-mile common carrier line that operated in Bermuda for a

Background imageSandys Collection: Lord Nelson Duncan Sandys MP

Lord Nelson Duncan Sandys MP
From left: Lord Nelson, Duncan Sandys, MP, Prince Bernhard, Roland Beamont and Frederick Page

Background imageSandys Collection: A visit by Duncan Sandys to Boscombe Down

A visit by Duncan Sandys to Boscombe Down. 2 July 1954. Date: 1954

Background imageSandys Collection: Cleopatra VII (69-30 BC) queen of Egypt, last ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty, dissolving

Cleopatra VII (69-30 BC) queen of Egypt, last ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty, dissolving pearls in wine. Illustration by Frederick Augustus Sandys (1832-1904)

Background imageSandys Collection: Knives and Scissors to Grind Oh

Knives and Scissors to Grind Oh
Old Street Cries -- Knives and Scissors to Grind Oh!! 20th century

Background imageSandys Collection: Muffins and Crumpets

Muffins and Crumpets
Old Street Cries -- Muffins and Crumpets. 20th century

Background imageSandys Collection: Will you buy any milk today?

Will you buy any milk today?
Old Street Cries -- Will you buy any milk today? 20th century

Background imageSandys Collection: Sweep! Sweep

Sweep! Sweep
Old Street Cries -- Sweep! Sweep!! 20th century

Background imageSandys Collection: V1 bomb counter measures committee, 1944

V1 bomb counter measures committee, 1944
The chairmen of the war cabinet committee on operational counter measures against the " flying bomb" or V1: Mr. Duncan Sandys, M.P(centre), with leaders who directed the battle

Background imageSandys Collection: Tito opens an RAF Duxford Air Display

Tito opens an RAF Duxford Air Display
Marshal Tito firing the Verey starting pistol to begin the RAF Air display at Duxford. On the left, in the bowler hat, is Lord De L Isle and Dudley, V.C, and on the extreme right is Duncan Sandys

Background imageSandys Collection: Duncan Sandys(1908-1987)

Duncan Sandys(1908-1987)
Duncan Sandys pictured here in 1951 when the Minister of Supply

Background imageSandys Collection: Duncan Sandys(1908-1987) in helicopter

Duncan Sandys(1908-1987) in helicopter
Leaving Kuala Lumpar by helicopter to see operations in the Malayan Jungle: Mr Duncan Sandys, Minister of Supply. En route to his visit to Australia




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"Exploring the Diverse World of Sandys: From Sketches to Engravings, from Lavender Blooms to Archbishop's Portraits" In Stephen Ward's captivating sketches of celebrities dating back to 1960, we catch a glimpse of their lives frozen in time. Each stroke reveals the essence and charisma that made them icons. A vibrant map of Bermuda, presented as a color engraving, beckons us towards its turquoise shores. Its allure is irresistible; it promises an escape into paradise where sandy beaches meet crystal-clear waters. "Who will buy my sweet blooming lavender?" echoes through the air like a melodic invitation. The scent lingers delicately, transporting us to fields adorned with purple blooms and offering solace amidst life's chaos. A portrait emerges from history: Sir Edwin Sandys dons a turned-down ruff in his c1560-1570 depiction. The artist remains unknown, yet they captured the nobleman's presence with remarkable detail and finesse. Edwin Sandys takes on another role - that of an archbishop. His influence extends beyond mere portraits; he shaped religious discourse during his time and left an indelible mark on England's spiritual landscape. The title "Sandys - Lord Sandys" evokes power and authority. A figure shrouded in mystery emerges from the shadows, leaving us intrigued by their story waiting to be unveiled. Frederick Augustus Sandys mesmerizes us with his artistic prowess through masterpieces such as "La Belle Isolde, " depicting ethereal beauty frozen in time since 1862. We are transported into Arthurian legends where love conquers all. Another enchanting creation by Frederick Augustus Sandys surfaces: "Rosamond, Queen of the Lombards. " This masterpiece captures Rosamond’s regal grace while hinting at her intriguing tale within Lombardic history between 1850-1900.