Andre Collection

RUSSIAN ICONS: THE TRINITY. By Andrei Rublev. Wood, 1411

ANDRES SEGOVIA (1893-1987). Spanish guitarist. Pencil drawing, c1935, by Hilda Wiener

RUSSIAN ICONS: THE SAVIOUR. By Andrei Rublev, c1400

DERAIN: BIG BEN, 1906. Big Ben, London. Oil on canvas by Andr Derain, 1906
DERAIN: BIG BEN, 1906. Big Ben, London. Oil on canvas by Andr© Derain, 1906

Charles Dickens, by Andre Gill, 1868
Engraved caricature of Charles Dickens (1812-1870), the English writer, produced by the French artist, Andre Gill, first published in 1868

ELIZABETH BOWEN (1899-1973). Irish writer. Canvas, 1969, by Andr

Massena - a pre-dreadnought battleship of the French Navy
Massena was a pre-dreadnought battleship of the French Navy, built in the 1890s. A member of a group of five broadly similar battleships, ordered in response to the British Royal Sovereign class

Benedict Arnold persuading Major John Andre to conceal the plans of West Point in his boot at their meeting on 21
ARNOLD AND ANDRE, 1780. Benedict Arnold persuading Major John Andre to conceal the plans of West Point in his boot at their meeting on 21 September 1780. Steel engraving, American, 19th century

The capture of Major John Andre in 1780. Lithograph, 1876, by Currier & Ives
JOHN ANDRE (1750-1780). The capture of Major John Andre in 1780. Lithograph, 1876, by Currier & Ives

Rue Vital-Carles, Bordeaux, France with a view toward the imposing North Transcept of the 11th century Catholic Cathedrale Saint-Andre de Bordeaux. circa 1900

Scenes from the revue A-Z at the Prince of Wales Theatre, Lo
Scenes from Andre Charlots revue A-Z at the Prince of Wales Theatre, London, 1921 with Jack Buchanan, Herbert Mundin and Isabelita Ruiz (Spanish dancer) Date: 1922

A Corporal of the 1st / 9th Battalion Highland Light Infantry
A Corporal of the 1st/9th (Glasgow Highlanders) Battalion Highland Light Infantry in full marching kit. Hommage du Capitaine Andre. Tres sympathique souvenir. (Very warm memories of Captain Andre)

NAVIGATION BY STARS, 1575. Sailors navigating by stars at night. Woodcut from Andre Thevets La cosmographie universelle, Paris, 1575

Arnolds treason discovered with the arrest of John Andre, 1780
British agent Andre trying to bribe his captors with his watch to avoid discovery of Arnolds treason, 1780. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Gwili Andre
Danish model and actress Gwili Andre (1907-1959), born Gurli Andresen, starring in Roar Of The Dragon at the beginning of her brief Hollywood career. Date: 1932

Ballet Russes / La Concura
LA CONCURRENCE Curtain design by Andre Derain

Classical Musicians and Conductors
Simon Rattle, Maria Callas, Nigel Kennedy, Leslie Garrett, Bryn Terfel, Kiri Te Kanawa, Jose Carreras, Andre Previn, Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo - Classical Musicians and Conductors

Georges Irat of Ernest Andre competing at the Boulogne Motor Week, France, 1928. Artist
Georges Irat 1928 2000 cc. Event Entry No: 56. Driver: Andre. Place: Boulogne Motor Week. Date: 3-9.9.28

MURGER: VIE DE BOHEME. Illustrated title page by Andre Gill to a 19th century French edition of Henry Murgers Scenes de la Vie de Boheme

Alexandre Dumas the Elder (1802-1870) French novelst and playwright. Cartoon by Andre Gill, 1866, showing Dumas dressed as a Musketeer

Messager / Andre / H Manuel
ANDRE-CHARLES-PROSPER MESSAGER French composer and conductor

Large buckeye tree, Pavia lutea
5855040 Large buckeye tree, Pavia lutea; (add.info.: Yellow flowers, leaves, fruit, chestnut of the Large buckeye tree, Pavia lutea)

Rose-flowering locust tree, Robinia viscosa
5855026 Rose-flowering locust tree, Robinia viscosa; (add.info.: Leaves, flower, pod and seed of the Rose-flowering or clammy locust tree, Robinia viscosa)

Catalpa tree, Bignonia catalpa
5855014 Catalpa tree, Bignonia catalpa; (add.info.: Flowers, leaf, pod and seed of the catalpa tree, Bignonia catalpa. Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa)

American aspen, Populus tremuloides, and American large aspen, Populus grandidenta
5855048 American aspen, Populus tremuloides, and American large aspen, Populus grandidenta; (add.info.: Leaves and aments of the American aspen, Populus tremuloides, and American large aspen)

Sweet locust tree, Gleditsia triacanthos
5855028 Sweet locust tree, Gleditsia triacanthos; (add.info.: Leaf, pod and seed of the sweet or honey locust tree, Gleditsia triacanthos)

Common alder tree, Alnus surrulata, and black alder, Alnus glauca (engraving)
5855024 Common alder tree, Alnus surrulata, and black alder, Alnus glauca (engraving); (add.info.: Leaves, aments and seed of the common alder tree, Alnus surrulata, and black alder, Alnus glauca)

Long-leaved cucumber tree, Magnolia auriculata
5855005 Long-leaved cucumber tree, Magnolia auriculata; (add.info.: Leaf, flower and cone of the long-leaved cucumber tree, Magnolia auriculata)

Early Sevres ware: cup decorated in gold relief, figure from the collection of Ch
FLO4633181 Early Sevres ware: cup decorated in gold relief, figure from the collection of Ch. Stein 1754, Saxony (Meissen) imitation, vase from the collection of Alf

American black poplar tree, Populus hudsonica, and Virginian poplar, Populus monilifera
5855045 American black poplar tree, Populus hudsonica, and Virginian poplar, Populus monilifera; (add.info.: Leaves and buds of the American black poplar tree, Populus hudsonica)

Red birch, Betula rubra
5855021 Red birch, Betula rubra; (add.info.: Leaves, ament and seed of the red birch, Betula nigra (Betula rubra). Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Henri Joseph Redoute

Common European white birch tree, Betula alba
5855019 Common European white birch tree, Betula alba; (add.info.: Leaves, fertile aments and seed of the common European white birch tree, Betula alba)

Dwarf rose bay or mountain laurel tree, Rhododendrum maximum
5855016 Dwarf rose bay or mountain laurel tree, Rhododendrum maximum; (add.info.: Flower, leaves, seed vessel and seeds of the Dwarf rose bay or mountain laurel tree, Rhododendrum maximum)

Large-leaved umbrella tree, Magnolia macrophylla (engraving)
5855006 Large-leaved umbrella tree, Magnolia macrophylla (engraving); (add.info.: Leaf, cone and petal of the large-leaved umbrella tree, Magnolia macrophylla)

Heart leaved cucumber tree, Magnolia cordata
5855003 Heart leaved cucumber tree, Magnolia cordata; (add.info.: Flower, leaf and cone of the heart-leaved cucumber tree, Magnolia cordata)

Common white or grey poplar, Populus canescens, 1857 (engraving)
5855049 Common white or grey poplar, Populus canescens, 1857 (engraving); (add.info.: Leaf, branch and sprout of the Common white or grey poplar, Populus canescens)

Camphor tree, Laurus camphora
5855032 Camphor tree, Laurus camphora; (add.info.: Leaves, fruit and flowers of the Camphor tree, Laurus camphora. Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa)

Umbrella tree, Magnolia tripetala
5855004 Umbrella tree, Magnolia tripetala; (add.info.: Leaf, petal and cone of the umbrella tree, Magnolia tripetala. Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa)

Cottonwood tree, Populus canadensis (engraving)
5855044 Cottonwood tree, Populus canadensis (engraving); (add.info.: Leaf and branch of the cottonwood tree or Canadian poplar, Populus canadensis)

Carolinian poplar, Populus angulata (engraving)
5855043 Carolinian poplar, Populus angulata (engraving); (add.info.: Leaf, shoot and bark of the Carolinian poplar, Populus angulata)

Wild orange tree, Cerasus caroliniana
5855038 Wild orange tree, Cerasus caroliniana; (add.info.: Flowers, leaves and fruit of the wild orange or mock orange tree, Prunus caroliniana, Cerasus caroliniana)

Wild cherry tree, Cerasus virginiana
5855037 Wild cherry tree, Cerasus virginiana; (add.info.: Leaves, flowers and fruit of the wild cherry or chokecherry tree, Prunus virginiana, Cerasus virginiana)

American holly, Ilex opaca
5855033 American holly, Ilex opaca; (add.info.: Leaves and fruit of the American holly, Ilex opaca. Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Henri Joseph Redoute)

Red bay tree, Laurus caroliniensis
5855031 Red bay tree, Laurus caroliniensis; (add.info.: Leaves and seeds of the red bay tree, Laurus caroliniensis. Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Henri Joseph)

Sassafras tree, Laurus sassafras, Sassafras albidum
5855030 Sassafras tree, Laurus sassafras, Sassafras albidum; (add.info.: Fruit, leaves, male flower and female flower of the Sassafras tree, Laurus sassafras, Sassafras albidum)

Devil wood tree, Olea americana
5855035 Devil wood tree, Olea americana; (add.info.: Leaves, fruit and flowers of the Devil wood or devilwood tree, Osmanthus americanus, Olea americana)

Water locust tree, Gledistia monosperma
5855029 Water locust tree, Gledistia monosperma; (add.info.: Leaves, flower, pod and seed of the swamp locust or water locust, Gledistia monosperma, Gleditsia aquatica)

Locust tree, Robinia pseudo acacia (engraving)
5855025 Locust tree, Robinia pseudo acacia (engraving); (add.info.: Leaves, flower, pod and seed of the Locust tree, Robinia pseudo acacia)

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"Andre: A Multifaceted Legacy of Art, Literature, and History" From the masterpieces of Russian iconography to the enchanting melodies of Spanish guitar, it has left an indelible mark on various realms of creativity. One cannot overlook the profound influence of Andrei Rublev, whose iconic Trinity composition in wood from 1411 continues to captivate audiences with its spiritual depth and artistic brilliance. Similarly, his portrayal of The Saviour showcases Rublev's mastery in capturing divine grace through intricate brushstrokes. Shifting our focus to another realm of artistry, we encounter Andres Segovia, a virtuoso Spanish guitarist who mesmerized listeners with his delicate yet powerful performances. Hilda Wiener's pencil drawing from around 1935 immortalizes Segovia's talent and charisma that enchanted audiences worldwide. As we delve into literature, Elizabeth Bowen emerges as a prominent figure. Her canvas portrait by Andr in 1969 reflects her literary prowess and contribution to Irish letters during the twentieth century. The name "Andre" also resonates within the world of visual arts beyond Russia and Spain. In Derain's oil painting "Big Ben" from 1906, he captures London's iconic landmark with vibrant colors and bold strokes that epitomize Fauvism. Moving away from art but not straying far from history itself is Andre Gill's depiction of Charles Dickens in 1868. This illustration pays homage to one literary giant by another—a testament to their enduring legacies. Beyond creative endeavors lies historical significance intertwined with intrigue. From sailors navigating by stars at night in a captivating image dating back to 1575 to Arnold's treason discovered through John Andre’s arrest in 1780—these events remind us how pivotal individuals named they have shaped our past. Even sports find their place within this diverse narrative; Ernest Andre competing at Boulogne Motor Week in France showcases Georges Irat's artistic representation of speed and competition in 1928.