Familiars Collection

Lancashire Witches
THE LANCASHIRE WITCHES The gathering of the witches, doing magic round their cauldron, watched by their sinister familiars

Witches & Familiars
Witches with their familiars, one of which has learnt to fly a broomstick on its own ! Date: circa 1600

Witch Feeds Familiars
A witch feeds her familiars

WITCHES AND A FAMILIAR
Two witches and a familiar - the traditional Black Dog Date: circa 1600

Witches in Hayloft 1807
Witches in a hayloft conjuring up all kinds of devils

Macbeth / Apparitions
Act V, Scene I Macbeth is shown an apparition of a succession of eight kings, one of whom is Banquo

Anne Baker, Joanne Willimott and Ellen Greene, Leicestershire women with their pets and familiars. Associates of the Witches of Belvoir. Condemned to be burnt 1619: England. Engraving

Fortune Teller & Cat
A sinister gipsy woman and her scary cat, reading someones fortune with playing cards... Date: 1970s

The Hag of the Mill, a disreputable old lady whose animal companions could be taken for a witchs familiars

Witch and Cat (Rackham)
A witch with her cat outside her cottage

Flight of Witches
a flight of witches - some on broomsticks, others riding their familiars

Dream Chart
The key to your dreams : a sorcerer and a witch, with their sinister familiars, reveal your destiny when you tell them your dreams, for everything has a meaning !

Witches of Belvoir
The Witches of Belvoir - Anne Baker, Joan Wilmot and Ellen Greene, accompanied by their familiars

Witch and Crow
The witch and her tame crow

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"Familiars: The Enigmatic Companions of Witches and Beyond" Step into the mystical world of familiars, as we explore their intriguing presence throughout history. From the Lancashire Witches to Robin Goodfellow, these enigmatic beings have captivated our imaginations for centuries. In ancient woodcuts, Robin Goodfellow is depicted with goat horns and an erect penis, surrounded by a circle of dancing worshippers. This mischievous figure represents Priapus, known for his association with fertility and revelry. The connection between witches and wolves is illustrated in "The Damnation of Faust, " where these creatures serve as familiars. These loyal companions play a significant role in aiding their witch counterparts on their magical journeys. "The Scourging of George Penn by the Familiars of the Inquisition" showcases the darker side of familiars. In this haunting engraving they can portrayed as sinister entities used by the Inquisition to torment those accused of heresy. Delving deeper into spiritual beliefs, various reincarnations of souls in animal forms are explored in "Various Reincarnations. " they can seen as vessels through which souls can experience different life cycles before reaching enlightenment. Through captivating woodcuts like "The Mad Merry Pranks, " we witness how Robin Goodfellow's antics bring both joy and chaos to those he encounters. His cat familiar adds an element of mystery to his character, emphasizing the bond between witches and their trusted companions. In "WITCHES AND A FAMILIAR, " we glimpse into a scene where witches gather together with their familiars. This depiction highlights the profound connection shared between these supernatural beings and those who harness magic. "Witches in Hayloft 1807" transports us back to a time when belief in witchcraft was prevalent. They were believed to assist witches during rituals or provide guidance on matters beyond mortal comprehension.