Bret Collection

Cover design, The Queen of the Pirate Isle, by Bret Harte, illustrated by Kate Greenaway. Showing three children playing on a makeshift sailing boat constructed with a chair

Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Hart's poem 'Little Nell'
527973 Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Hart's poem 'Little Nell', based on a popular anecdote

From a page of the manuscript of Francis Bret Harte's story The Twins of Table Mountain, from The Strand Magazine
3432546 From a page of the manuscript of Francis Bret Harte's story The Twins of Table Mountain, from The Strand Magazine, Vol I January to June, 1891 (print) by English School

Auvergne, France - Le Berceau (Lou Bret). Date: circa 1910s

Two children playing truant (colour photo)
3096198 Two children playing truant (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two children playing truant)

Coblentz L Bret French active Nimes France 1860s
Coblentz; L. Bret (French, active Nimes, France 1860s); 1865 - 1870; Albumen silver print

Francis Bret Harte, 1836 -1902. American Author And Poet. From The Complete Works Of Bret Harte, Published 1880

Francis Bret Harte, 1839-1902. Signature American Short Story Writer. From The Book The International Library Of Famous
Francis Bret Harte, 1839-1902.Signature American Short Story Writer. From The Book The International Library Of Famous Literature.Published In London 1900. Volume Xv

Francis Bret Harte, 1836-1902. American Short Story Writer. From The Book The Masterpiece Library Of Short Stories, American, Volume 15"

Bret Harte (Vanity Fair)
BRET HARTE American author, noted for The luck of Roaring Camp Date: 1836 - 1902

BRET HARTE American writer Date: 1836 - 1902

Bret Harte / Photo
BRET HARTE American writer ( The Luck of Roaring Camp etc.) Date: 1836 - 1902

Advert for De Bret beauty masks 1934
Flawless skin in 25 minutes. A modern beauty miracle! Applied simply and quickly. Whist on the face you can act with the utmost freedom of movement. It does not crack or cause any discomfort

Johann Le Bret
JOHANN FRIEDRICH LE BRET German churchman, scholar and historian, Kanzler of Tubingen University. Date: 1732 - 1807

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BRET HARTE American writer Date: 1836 - 1902

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BRET HARTE American writer with his autograph Date: 1836 - 1902

Drawings Prints, Print, Cardinal, le, Bret?, oval, allegorigal, figures, battle, scene
Drawings and Prints, Print, Cardinal (le Bret?) in oval with allegorigal figures and a battle scene, Artist, Gregoire Huret, French, Lyon 1606-1670 Paris, Huret, Gregoire, French, 1606, 1670

HARTE: ROARING CAMP. Gold miners gathered arouned a newborn baby boy at Roaring Camp, California. Woodcut illustration by Paul Honor from a 1941 edition of the Bret Harte short story The Luck of

Francis Brett Harte (1836-1902) (b&w photo)
XJF119865 Francis Brett Harte (1836-1902) (b&w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

FRANCIS BRETT HARTE (1836-1902). Known as Bret. American writer. Oil over a photograph, c1890

HARTE: CROTALUS, 1887. Crotalus: Rattlesnake Bar, Sierras. Illustrated poem by Bret Harte, 1887

Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Hart s
Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Harts poem Little Nell, based on a popular anecdote

(Francis) Bret Harte (1836-1902) American editor and story writer. From The Cabinet Portrait Gallery (London, 1890-1894). Woodburytype after photograph by W & D Downey

FRANCIS BRETT HARTE (1836-1902). American writer. Wood engraving, English, 1885

A sumptuous revival of Bret Hartes beautiful story, M liss. Date c1900

Two illustrations, The Queen of the Pirate Isle, showing (1) Polly riding on the back of her cousin Hickory Hunt, as they pretend to make for a desert island in a storm

Title page design, The Queen of the Pirate Isle, showing a little girl sitting on a chair with a doll on her lap. 1886

Illustration, The Queen of the Pirate Isle, showing Polly being is held aloft by a dark-faced miner called Brother Step-and-Fetch-It

Frontispiece design, The Queen of the Pirate Isle, showing a little girl in a blue dress with a doll in each hand. 1886

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"Bret: A Journey Through Time and Artistic Expression" Step into the world of Bret, where cover designs come to life and stories are beautifully revived. From "The Queen of the Pirate Isle" to a sumptuous revival Harte's enchanting tale, "M liss, " this captivating journey takes you on an artistic adventure. In Auvergne, France, Le Berceau welcomes you with open arms as Lou Bret unveils his masterpiece. The picturesque landscapes serve as inspiration for his creations that transport you to another realm. Witness the innocence and joy of childhood in a vibrant color photo capturing two children playing truant. Their laughter echoes through time, reminding us all to embrace our inner child. Bret Harte himself graces the pages of Vanity Fair, leaving an indelible mark on literature and culture. His words resonate with readers even today, showcasing his timeless brilliance. Through photographs and portraits, we catch glimpses of Johann Le Bret's remarkable talent. Each image tells a story that captivates our imagination and leaves us yearning for more. Travel back in time as we explore the beauty industry's history with an advert from 1934 featuring De Bret beauty masks. These products promised eternal youthfulness while embracing self-care rituals long before they became trendy. Francis Bret Harte stands tall among American authors and poets. His works continue to inspire generations with their depth and emotion. The Complete Works Harte published in 1880 immortalizes his literary genius forever. Join us on this extraordinary journey through artistry, literature, photography, and history as we unravel the enigmatic world of Bret—a name synonymous with creativity and endless possibilities.