Bibby Collection

The Garden of Eden, 1901, (1911). Artist: Hugh Goldwin Riviere
The Garden of Eden, 1901, (1911). Painting held at the Guildhall Art Gallery, City of London. From Bibbys Annual 1911, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1911]

Poster advertising Bibby Line cruises
Poster advertising Bibby Line short sea cruises, showing some glamorous people strolling around the deck in their evening dress

Daniel in the Lions Den, 1872, (1917). Artist: Briton Riviere
Daniel in the Lions Den, 1872, (1917). Painting held at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

Orpheus and His Lute, late 19th-early 20th century, (1914). Creator: John Charles Dollman
Orpheus and His Lute, late 19th-early 20th century, (1914). Depiction of the ancient Greek legend of Orpheus, (who played a lyre, not a lute)

In Manus Tuas Domine!, 1879, (1918). Artist: Briton Riviere
In Manus Tuas Domine!, 1879, (1918). Painting held at the Manchester City Galleries, Manchester. From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby. [The Priory Publishing Press, Liverpool, 1917]

Napoleon, (1769-1821), c1894-95, (1936). Creator: James Sant
Napoleon, (1769-1821), c1894-95, (1936). Last portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) commissioned to James Sant (1820-1916)

The Armada in sight, Plymouth hoe, 1880, (1911). Artist: John Seymour Lucas
The Armada in sight, Plymouth hoe, 1880, (1911). A depiction of the apocryphal story that Sir Francis Drake (c1540-1596) played a game of bowls in Plymouth Hoe in 1588 while waiting for the tide to

Reading Aloud, 1884, (1936). Creator: Albert Joseph Moore
Reading Aloud, 1884, (1936). Women in classical dress recline while reading a book. Victorian oil on canvas by Albert Joseph Moore (1841-1893). Held at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Love Locked Out, 1889, (1912). Artist: Anna Lea Merritt
Love Locked Out, 1889, (1912). Painting held at the Tate, London. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Man Proposes, God Disposes, 1864, (1912). Artist: Edwin Henry Landseer
Man Proposes, God Disposes, 1864, (1912). Painting held at the Royal Holloway College, University of London, London. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

For He Had Great Possessions, 1894, (1912). Artist: George Frederick Watts
For He Had Great Possessions, 1894, (1912). Painting held at the Watts Gallery, Guildford, Surrey. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Our Village, c1890, (1936). Creator: Hubert von Herkomer
Our Village, c1890, (1936). Village scene by Sir Hubert von Herkomer. (1849-1914). Oil on canvas. From " Bibbys Annual 1936", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, Ltd. Liverpool, 1936]

Sea Fight Between the English and Dutch Off Ter Heyde, August, 1653, (1914). Creator
Sea Fight Between the English and Dutch Off Ter Heyde, August, 1653, (1914). The Battle of Terheide, depiction of a naval battle fought on 10 August 1653 between the English

St. Cecilia, 1891, (1911). Artist: Gustav Naujok
St. Cecilia, 1891, (1911). Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians. From Bibbys Annual 1911. [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1911]

The Dweller in the Innermost, c1885, (1912). Artist: George Frederick Watts
The Dweller in the Innermost, c1885, (1912). Painting held at the Tate, London. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Pathfinders - Sir Francis Bacon, after 1731, (1922). Creator: Unknown
Pathfinders - Sir Francis Bacon, after 1731, (1922). Portrait of English philosopher, scientist and statesman Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

The Sick Monkey, 1875, (1912). Artist: Edwin Henry Landseer
The Sick Monkey, 1875, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Jules Verne, c1878, (1912). Artist: Gaspard-Felix Tournachon
Jules Verne, c1878, (1912). Jules Gabriel Verne (1828-1905) a French novelist, poet, and playwright known for adventure novels. Verne has a profound influence on the early genre of science fiction

The Right Hon. Lord Northcliffe, c1890, (1911). Alfred Charles William Harmsworth, 1st Viscount Northcliffe (1865-1922) a British newspaper and publishing magnate

Uldra, The Scandinavian Spirit of the Rainbow in the Waterfall, 1884, (1917). Artist: George Frederick Watts
Uldra, The Scandinavian Spirit of the Rainbow in the Waterfall, 1884, (1917). Painting held at Watts Gallery, Guildford, Surrey. From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

St. Francis of Assisi and the Young Monk Returning from a Preaching Tour, 1936. Francis of Assisi (c1181-1226) returns to the monastery after walking the city in discussion with a young monk

Ruth and Naomi, 1886, (1936). Creator: Philip Hermogenes Calderon
Ruth and Naomi, 1886, (1936). Ruth embracing her mother-in-law Naomi with Orpah standing in the Moab desert by Philip Hermogenes Calderon, at Walker Art Gallery, first exhibited 1886. Oil on canvas

The Descent of the Holy Spirit, 1619, (1914). Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
The Descent of the Holy Spirit, 1619, (1914). Also known as Day of Pentecost, biblical scene depicting fiery tongues descending on the heads of the Virgin and Disciples, with the Holy Ghost above

Hope, 1886, (1912). Artist: George Frederick Watts
Hope, 1886, (1912). Painting held at the Tate Britain, London. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Saved!, c1856, (1911). Artist: Edwin Henry Landseer
Saved!, c1856, (1911). From Bibbys Annual 1911, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1911]

John Wesley, c1766, (1936). Creator: Nathaniel Hone
John Wesley, c1766, (1936). Portrait of John Wesley (1703-1791) English cleric, theologian and evangelist by Nathaniel Hone (1718-1784). Oil on canvas

The Pearl of Great Price, c1916, (1936). Creator: Eugene Burnand
The Pearl of Great Price, c1916, (1936). Parable of the Pearl (also the Pearl of Great Price) Matthew 13:45-46 illustrates the value of the Kingdom of Heaven

The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1636, (1914). Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1636, (1914). God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac as a test of his faith (Genesis, XXII: 1-13)

The Holy Family, c1888, (1914). Creator: Willy Martens
The Holy Family, c1888, (1914). The Virgin Mary breastfeeds the infant Jesus, as Joseph works at his carpentry bench. Painting in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Charlotte Augusta Papendiek at the Age of Five, 1788, (1914). Creator: John Hoppner
Charlotte Augusta Papendiek at the Age of Five, 1914. Miss Charlotte Papendick as a Child, portrait of a small girl with a silk sash

The Geographer, 1669, (1911). Artist: Jan Vermeer
The Geographer, 1669, (1911). Painting held at the Stadel Museum, Frankfurt. From Bibbys Annual 1911. [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1911]

The Human Soul, 1894, (1911). Artist: Luis Ricardo Falero
The Human Soul, 1894, (1911). From Bibbys Annual 1911, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1911]

The Return of the Prodigal Son, 1773, (1911). Artist: Pompeo Batoni
The Return of the Prodigal Son, 1773, (1911). Painting held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna. From Bibbys Annual 1911, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1911]

King Alfred in Neatherd Cottage, 1806, (1912). Artist: David Wilkie
King Alfred in Neatherd Cottage, 1806, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

The Death of Robin Hood, c1835, (1912). Artist: Thales Fielding
The Death of Robin Hood, c1835, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [ J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Silver Favourites, c1903, (1918). Artist: Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
Silver Favourites, c1903, (1918). Painting held at the Manchester City Galleries, Manchester. From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby. [The Priory Publishing Press, Liverpool, 1917]

Edwin Bibby, Wrestler, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
Edwin Bibby, Wrestler, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

The Last Load, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Last Load, 1936. From " Bibbys Annual 1936", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, Ltd. Liverpool, 1936]

The Talents, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Talents, 1936. Illustration for Matthew 25: Parable of the Talents. A master returns to his house after entrusting his servants with property on which he hoped to see some gain

Entrance to a Shinto Temple, in the Nikko district of Japan, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Entrance to a Shinto Temple, in the Nikko district of Japan, 1936. Torii at Futarasan jinja, is one of the Shrines and Temples of Nikko, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Leaven, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Leaven, 1936. Matthew 13:33 Parable of the Leaven. with related scripture pictures by Warren Camp Designs. From " Bibbys Annual 1936", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, Ltd

Narofiord, Norway, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Narofiord, Norway, 1936. Lithograph from original work of Adelsteen Normann (1848-1918). From " Bibbys Annual 1936", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, Ltd. Liverpool, 1936]

The Man with the Muck-Rake, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Man with the Muck-Rake, 1936. Illustration for Pilgrims Progress, by John Bunyan [1678] of the man who could look no way but down as he concentrates on his work

Who Is My Neighbour?, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Who Is My Neighbour?, 1936. Illustration from Lukes Gospel 10:30 Parable of the Good Samaritan. From " Bibbys Annual 1936", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, Ltd. Liverpool, 1936]

The City of New York as seen from the air, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The City of New York as seen from the air, 1936. Aerial view of Lower Manhattan with Battery Park and the the South Ferry Terminal on the Hudson River

One of many Temples at Nikko, Japan, a Pilgrimage site of sacred Shrines, 1936
This is one of the many Temples at Nikko, a country district in Japan, whither Pilgrims come from all parts of the country to visit the sacred shrines, 1936

A Vision of Spring, 1902, (1936). Creator: Thomas Millie Dow
A Vision of Spring, 1902, (1936). by Thomas Millie Dow (1848-1919). Oil on canvas. Held at Manchester Art Gallery. From " Bibbys Annual 1936", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, Ltd

Don t Ee Tipty-Toe!, c1870, (1936). Creator: Jules Breton
Don t Ee Tipty-Toe!, c1870, (1936). Measuring the height of children in ragged garments in barefeet by Jules Breton (1827-1906). From " Bibbys Annual 1936", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J

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"Bibby: A Journey Through Art and History" Step into the enchanting world of Bibby, where art and history intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the mystical Garden of Eden depicted by Hugh Goldwin Riviere in 1901 to the thrilling tale of Daniel in the Lions Den brought to life by Briton Riviere in 1872, each artwork takes us on a mesmerizing journey. As we explore further, we stumble upon a vibrant poster advertising Bibby Line cruises, enticing us with promises of adventure and discovery on the high seas. The allure continues with Briton Riviere's masterpiece "In Manus Tuas Domine. " from 1879, showcasing profound faith amidst turmoil. Our exploration leads us to Plymouth Hoe in 1880, as John Seymour Lucas captures the majestic sight of The Armada approaching. Anna Lea Merritt's poignant painting "Love Locked Out" evokes emotions that transcend time and touch our hearts even today. Napoleon Bonaparte emerges before us through James Sant's skilled brushstrokes, reminding us of his indelible mark on history. Albert Joseph Moore's "Reading Aloud" transports us to an era when literature was cherished and shared among loved ones. Edwin Henry Landseer's iconic piece "Man Proposes, God Disposes" challenges our perceptions while Hubert von Herkomer invites us into "Our Village, " offering glimpses into rustic charm. In contrast, Landseer returns with "The Sick Monkey, " urging contemplation about vulnerability within nature itself. Finally, Gaspard-Felix Tournachon presents Jules Verne in all his visionary glory; a tribute to imagination that transcends boundaries. Bibby is not just an ordinary name but a gateway to diverse worlds created by talented artists across centuries. It invites you to immerse yourself in their stories and discover new perspectives through their masterpieces. So, embark on this journey and let Bibby ignite your imagination.