Sir Je Millais Collection

Christmas Story-telling - drawn by J. E. Millais, 1862. Creator: Dalziel Brothers
Christmas Story-telling - drawn by J. E. Millais, 1862. Victorian family entertainment. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

The Nearest Way to School, after James Clarke Hook, R.A. c1880-83. Creator: Otto Theodor Leyde
The Nearest Way to School, after James Clarke Hook, R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Caller Herrin, after James Clarke Hook, R.A. c1880-83. Creator: Otto Theodor Leyde
Caller Herrin, after James Clarke Hook, R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

James Clarke Hook, R.A. after J.E.Millais, R.A. c1880-83. Creator: Otto Theodor Leyde
James Clarke Hook, R.A. after J.E.Millais, R.A. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Forbidden Fruit, after John Everett Millais, Esq. R.A. c1880-83. Creator: Charles Waltner
Forbidden Fruit, after John Everett Millais, Esq. R.A. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

The North West Passage, after John Everett Millais, Esq. R.A. 1874. c1880-83. Creator: A Mongin
The North West Passage, after John Everett Millais, Esq. R.A. 1874. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

John Everett Millais, Esq. R.A. after himself, c1880-83. Creator: Charles Waltner
John Everett Millais, Esq. R.A. after himself'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

The Proscribed Royalist, 1858. Creator: William Henry Simmons
The Proscribed Royalist, 1858

Christ in the House of His Parents - painted by J. E. Millais, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Christ in the House of His Parents - painted by J. E. Millais, 1850. Exhibition at the Royal Academy in London. The child Jesus shows the stigmata, presaging his crucifixion:.a picture painted

Lovers in Woods, 1850/96. Creator: John Everett Millais
Lovers in Woods, 1850/96

Summer Indolence, 1861. Creator: John Everett Millais
Summer Indolence, 1861

Happy Springtime, 1860. Creator: John Everett Millais
Happy Springtime, 1860

A Penny for Her Thoughts, 1878. Creator: John Everett Millais
A Penny for Her Thoughts, 1878

Bridge of Sighs, 1858. Creator: John Everett Millais
Bridge of Sighs, 1858

Mr. Wray's Cash Box; or, The Mask and the Mystery, 1852. Creator: John Everett Millais
Mr. Wray's Cash Box; or, The Mask and the Mystery, 1852

The Young Mother, 1857. Creator: John Everett Millais
The Young Mother, 1857

Going to the Park, 1872. Creator: John Everett Millais
Going to the Park, 1872

Saint Agnes of Intercession, 1850. Creator: John Everett Millais
Saint Agnes of Intercession, 1850

The Baby House, 1863. Creator: John Everett Millais
The Baby House, 1863

The Return of the Dove to the Ark, 1850. Creator: John Everett Millais
The Return of the Dove to the Ark, 1850. Scene from the Old Testament story of Noahs Ark: a dove, bearing an olive branch, returns to the Ark

A Widows Mite, 1870. Creator: John Everett Millais
A Widows Mite, 1870

The Blind Girl, 1856. Creator: John Everett Millais
The Blind Girl, 1856. The distant background of this painting shows the village of Winchelsea in Sussex, painted in the autumn of 1854

My Second Sermon, c1854 Creator: John Everett Millais
My Second Sermon, c1854

Portrait of Mary Endicott (d. 1957), Mrs Joseph Chamberlain, 1890-91
Portrait of Mary Endicott (d.1957), Mrs Joseph Chamberlain, 1890-91

Elgiva seized by order of Archbishop Odo, 1847. Creator: John Everett Millais
Elgiva seized by order of Archbishop Odo, 1847

Parable of the Tares, 1865. Creator: John Everett Millais
The Parable of the Tares, 1865

Stewart Harrisons The Iceberg - The Seamstress, 1860. Creator: John Everett Millais
Stewart Harrisons The Iceberg - The Seamstress, 1860

Three Swordhilts, 1839. Creator: John Everett Millais
Three Swordhilts, 1839

Ophelia (Shakespeare, Hamlet, Act 4, Scene 7), March 1, 1866. Creator: James Stephenson
Ophelia (Shakespeare, Hamlet, Act 4, Scene 7), March 1, 1866

The Proscribed Royalist, January 15, 1858. Creator: William Henry Simmons
The Proscribed Royalist, January 15, 1858

James Clarke Hook, RA, 1884. 1884. Creator: Otto Theodor Leyde
James Clarke Hook, RA, 1884

[John Everett Millais], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
[John Everett Millais], 1860s

Portia, 1886. Creator: John Everett Millais
Portia, 1886. Actress Ellen Terry (1847-1928) in one of her most famous roles, Portia in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice

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"Sir John Everett Millais: A Master of Narrative Art" Step into the world of Sir John Everett Millais, a renowned English painter and illustrator whose works captivate with their rich storytelling. One such masterpiece is "The Return of the Dove to the Ark, " painted in 1850. This enchanting piece depicts Noah's ark as it welcomes back the dove, symbolizing hope and renewal. In "A Widow's Mite" from 1870, Millais portrays a poignant scene where a humble widow offers her meager contribution at the temple. The painting serves as a reminder of the power of small acts of kindness and selflessness. "The Blind Girl, " created in 1856, showcases Millais' ability to evoke empathy through his art. The painting tells the story of a blind girl accompanied by her younger sister, highlighting themes of innocence and vulnerability. With "My Second Sermon, " circa 1854, Millais explores religious fervor and devotion. The intense gaze on the young boy's face suggests an inner struggle between faith and doubt. Millais also excelled in portraiture; one notable example being his stunning portrait titled "Portrait of Mary Endicott (d. 1957), Mrs Joseph Chamberlain. " Painted in 1890-91, this captivating portrayal captures both gracefulness and strength within Mrs Chamberlain's visage. In "Elgiva seized by order of Archbishop Odo" from 1847, we witness historical drama unfold as Elgiva is forcefully taken away under orders from Archbishop Odo. This gripping narrative demonstrates Millais' talent for bringing history to life on canvas. Another remarkable work is "Parable of Tares" completed in 1865. Through vivid imagery inspired by biblical teachings, this painting delves into themes such as good versus evil and divine judgment. Millais was not limited to traditional subjects; he also ventured into contemporary scenes. "Stewart Harrisons The Iceberg.