Birket Collection

The Hill - home of Birket Foster, Artist - Witley, Surrey
The Hill - the house owned by Myles Birket Foster (1825-1899) - popular English illustrator, watercolour artist and engraver - in Witley, Surrey

The Milkmaid, 1860, (c1915). Artist: Birket Foster
The Milkmaid, 1860, (c1915). Held by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

The Green Lane, 19th century, (1935). Artist: Birket Foster
The Green Lane, 19th century, (1935). From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the Collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume II. - D to H, by C. Reginald Grundy. [Bemrose and Sons Ltd

Oppenheim, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Oppenheim, c1872. View of the Katharinenkirche, a gothic church in the town of Oppenheim in Germany. The roof of the apse is missing

Saracenic Fountain on the aqueduct from Solomons Pools (engraving)
2774944 Saracenic Fountain on the aqueduct from Solomons Pools (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saracenic Fountain on the aqueduct from Solomons Pools)

The River of Joseph and the Fayoum (litho)
1627975 The River of Joseph and the Fayoum (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The River of Joseph and the Fayoum)

Lake of Constanz, (c1872). Creator: Samuel Bradshaw
Lake of Constanz, (c1872). Rural scene near Lake Constance, where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet. Title page from " The Franco-Prussian War: its causes, incidents and consequences"

Bonn, c1872. Creator: Thomas Abiel Prior
Bonn, c1872. Farming scene in the German countryside, with the city of Bonn and Bonn Minster in the distance. From " The Franco-Prussian War: its causes, incidents and consequences"

Cologne, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Cologne, c1872. Boats on the River Rhine at Cologne in northern Germany, with Great St Martin Church and Cologne Cathedral on the far bank

Mayence, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Mayence, c1872. View of sailing boats and steamships on the River Rhine in the city of Mainz, Germany. On the far bank is St Martins Cathedral

Bacharach, c1872. Creator: Thomas Abiel Prior
Bacharach, c1872. Boats on the River Rhine in the Rhine Gorge, Germany. On the far shore is the town of Bacharach am Rhein

Ehrenbreitstein, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Ehrenbreitstein, c1872. View of the fortress at Ehrenbreitstein in Germany, at the junction of the Mosel and Rhine rivers

St. Goarhausen, c1872. Creator: Samuel Bradshaw
St. Goarhausen, c1872. Boats on the River Rhine at Sankt Goarshausen in the Rhine Gorge, Germany. The ruined Katz Castle can be seen above the town

Elfeldt, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Elfeldt, c1872. View of boats on the River Rhine at Eltville am Rhein in Germany. On the right is the Electoral Castle, with a lift net in the foreground

Liebenstein-Sternenfels, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Liebenstein-Sternenfels, c1872. Boats on the River Rhine in Germany. On the cliffs above is Liebenstein Castle. From " The Franco-Prussian War: its causes, incidents and consequences"

Mannheim, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Mannheim, c1872. View of the town of Mannheim, which sits at the confluence of the Rhine and the Neckar in Germany. A cargo ship is moored at the quayside

Strasburg, c1872. Creator: A Willmore
Strasburg, c1872. View of Strasbourg Cathedral and the River Ill. The city of Strasbourg was captured by the Prussians during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871

Heidelberg, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Heidelberg, c1872. View of the town of Heidelberg in Germany, with boats in the foreground, and the Old Bridge over the River Neckar beyond

Speier, c1872. Creator: W. H. Capon
Speier, c1872. View of the town of Speyer in Germany. In the foreground is a bridge over a tributary of the River Rhine, with Speyer Cathedral, which dates from the 11th century, beyond

Basle, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Basle, c1872. View of the city of Basel in Switzerland. In the centre is the Middle Bridge over the River Rhine, with Basel Minster beyond

Freiburg, c1872. Creator: A Willmore
Freiburg, c1872. View of a ford on the Dreisam river and the city of Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany. From " The Franco-Prussian War: its causes, incidents and consequences", Volume II

Laufenburg, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Laufenburg, c1872. View of the town of Laufenburg, Switzerland, with a covered bridge over the River Rhine on the left, and the parish church tower and ruined castle on the right

Eglisau, c1872. Creator: Samuel Bradshaw
Eglisau, c1872. View of the town of Eglisau in Switzerland, with the covered bridge over the River Rhine. From " The Franco-Prussian War: its causes, incidents and consequences", Volume II

Schaffhausen, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Schaffhausen, c1872. View of the town of Schaffhausen in Switzerland, showing the bridge over the High Rhine and the Munot, a 16th century fortress

Rhine Falls, Schaffhausen, c1872. Creator: A Willmore
Rhine Falls, Schaffhausen, c1872. View of Europes largest waterfall on the High Rhine, near the town of Schaffhausen in Switzerland

Rheinfelden, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Rheinfelden, c1872. View of the town of Rheinfelden, Switzerland, with the covered bridge over the High Rhine and the parish church

Bregenz, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Bregenz, c1872. View of the town of Bregenz on the eastern shores of Lake Constance, Austria, with boats in the foreground

Friedrichshafen, c1872. Creator: Edward Paxman Brandard
Friedrichshafen, c1872. Boats on Lake Constance at Friedrichshafen in southern Germany. From " The Franco-Prussian War: its causes, incidents and consequences", Volume II

Lake of Constanz, c1872. Creator: A Willmore
Lake of Constanz, and the islands of Mainau and Reichenau, c1872. View of Lake Constance through which the Rhine flows, situated where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet

Sign Board from the White Hart, Witley, Surrey, c1750, (1943). Creator: Unknown
Sign Board from the White Hart, Witley, Surrey, c1750, (1943). Wooden sign made c1750, from The White Hart pub which dates from the 16th century

The Distribution of Coals, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Birket Foster
The Distribution of Coals, mid-late 19th century. The poor waiting for winter fuel. From " Modern Art Monographs"

Myles Birket Foster, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Myles Birket Foster, late 19th century. Portrait of British painter Myles Birket Foster (1825-1899). At the age of sixteen

A Surrey Water-Mill, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
A Surrey Water-Mill, mid-late 19th century. Young women at Dunsfold Mill in Surrey. From the " Girls Own Paper". [London]

The Old Curiosity Shop, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
The Old Curiosity Shop, (c1900). A room filled with ceramics, furniture and other bric-a-brac. Print after a watercolour made mid-late 19th century by Birket Foster

View of Cromer, 19th century, (1935). Artist: Birket Foster
View of Cromer, 19th century, (1935). From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the Collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume II. - D to H, by C. Reginald Grundy. [Bemrose and Sons Ltd

View at Clovelly, with Stranded Boat and Figures, 1882, (1935). Artist: Birket Foster
View at Clovelly, with Stranded Boat and Figures, 1882, (1935). From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the Collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume II. - D to H, by C

St George and the Dragon, 1930s. Artist: Birket Foster
St George and the Dragon, 1930s

Primrose Gatherers, 1930s. Artist: C Cousen
Primrose Gatherers, 1930s

The Convalescent, c1930s. Artist: C Cousen
The Convalescent, c1930s. From the Art Journal

Pembroke Castle, 1930s. Artist: Birket Foster
Pembroke Castle, 1930s

The Stepping Stones, c1930s. Artist: Birket Foster
The Stepping Stones, c1930s

The Gleaners at the Stile, c1930s. Artist: Birket Foster
The Gleaners at the Stile, c1930s

Myles Birket Foster (1825-1899), English painter, c1930s

The Little Shepherds, c1930s. Artist: Birket Foster
The Little Shepherds, c1930s. From the Art Journal

An old English mill, 19th century. Artist: Birket Foster
An old English mill, 19th century

Cattle Crossing a Bridge. Foster, Myles Birket 1825 - 1899

Panoramic View of Constantinople 1853
Panoramic view of Constantinople from the tower of Galata drawn by Birket Foster from a sketch by S. Read in 1853. Date: 1853

Birket Foster - 3
MILES BIRKET FOSTER Artist reputed for his scenes of English country life. Date: 1825 - 1899

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"Birket Foster: Capturing the Beauty of Witley, Surrey and Beyond" Step into the enchanting world Foster, a renowned artist whose works transport us to picturesque landscapes and idyllic scenes. Nestled in The Hill, Witley, Surrey, Birket Foster found solace and inspiration for his artistic endeavors. One such masterpiece is "The Milkmaid, " painted in 1860 but still captivating viewers with its timeless charm. This piece showcases Foster's ability to capture the essence of rural life with meticulous attention to detail. In "The Green Lane, " we are transported back to the 19th century through Foster's brushstrokes. The vibrant colors and dappled sunlight evoke a sense of tranquility as we stroll along this inviting path. Foster's talent extended beyond traditional paintings; he also excelled in capturing architectural wonders. Take a glimpse at the Saracenic Fountain on the aqueduct from Solomon's Pools – an engraving that transports us to distant lands filled with rich history and cultural marvels. "The River of Joseph and the Fayoum" lithograph invites us on an exotic journey through Egypt's ancient past. With each stroke, Foster brings this mystical river scene alive, allowing our imaginations to wander amidst pharaohs' tales. Venturing further afield, we encounter breathtaking vistas captured by other talented artists like Samuel Bradshaw. In "Lake Constance, " created around 1872, Bradshaw paints nature at its finest – serene waters reflecting majestic mountains that stand tall against clear blue skies. Traveling alongside Bradshaw takes us on a visual tour across Germany - from Bonn's charming streetscapes to Cologne's grandeur architecture - all brought vividly to life by Thomas Abiel Prior and E. I Roberts respectively during their creative collaboration in 1872. As our journey continues along the Rhine River valley, Bacharach emerges, depicted by Prior's skilled hand.