Briton Collection (page 5)

AB R & Co patriotic china bulldog with laurel wreath
A B. R. & Co. patriotic china bulldog with laurel wreath and Union flag. With a poem by Burns - Be Briton still to Britain true, among oursels united, for never but British hands

Another pill for Kaiser Bill - Briton on the offensive. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889

The Ancient Briton on his Crannog
An artists impression of the interior of an ancient British dwelling, of the type to be found at the lake village near Glastonbury, Somerset

Drawings Prints, Print, Expectation, Graphic, Artist, Briton Riviere, British, London
Drawings and Prints, Print, Expectation (from The Graphic), Artist, After, Briton Riviere, British, London 1840-1920 London, Riviere, Briton, 1840, 1920, April 15, 1871

Source Size = 5005 x 3748
Much Ado about Nothing, by Briton Riviere, in the Dudley Gallery

Source Size = 5006 x 3750
The Orphans, a Drawing by Briton Riviere in the Dudley Gallery, 1870

Source Size = 3971 x 2726
The Union Steamship Companys Cape Mail Steamer Briton

Ancient Briton with a coracle and plow, from The Worlds Inhabitants by G
KW468245 Ancient Briton with a coracle and plow, from The Worlds Inhabitants by G.T. Bettany, published 1888 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English

a Double Entendre, from the Painting by Briton Riviere, 1876
" a Double Entendre", from the Painting by Briton Riviere, 1876

The Old Gardener Signed and dated, lower right: BR 1863, Briton Riviere
The Old Gardener Signed and dated, lower right: " BR 1863", Briton Riviere, 1840-1920, British

CAESAR INVADING BRITAIN. Julius Caesars invasion of Britain in 55 B. C Pen-and-ink drawing
CAESAR INVADING BRITAIN. Julius Caesars invasion of Britain in 55 B.C.. Pen-and-ink drawing, late 19th century

BRITON RIVIERE (1840-1920). English painter. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, c1891

KING ARTHUR, 1903. Receiving the sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake. Drawing, 1903, by Howard Pyle

Boudicca (Boadicea) lst century British queen of Iceni, rallying her troops. Finally overwhelmed by Romans, Boudicca is said to have taken poison. Wood engraving c1900

Richard II (1367-1400) King of England 1377-99, with his patron saints St Edmund (841-70) king of East Angles and of Suffolk martyred for refusing to give up Christian faith when captured by Danes

Druids making human sacrifice to their gods, based on report by Julius Caesar. Druids, the priests, teachers and judges of Celts suppressed by Romans c50 AD. Woodcut 1832. Wicker Man

ANCIENT BRITONS. Line engraving, c1800

ANCIENT BRITON AND CORACLE. An ancient Briton with his coracle, as observed by Roman invaders of the 1st century A. D
ANCIENT BRITON AND CORACLE. An ancient Briton with his coracle, as observed by Roman invaders of the 1st century A.D. Line engraving, 19th century

ANCIENT BRITON CORACLE. A coracle, used from anicent times (observed by Roman invaders in the first century A. D)
ANCIENT BRITON CORACLE. A coracle, used from anicent times (observed by Roman invaders in the first century A.D.) in Wales and parts of Britain. Line engraving, 19th century

QUEEN BOADICEA, 1st CENT. Queen Boadicea (d. 62 A. D. ) leading the Iceni (Britons of Norfolk and Suffolk)
QUEEN BOADICEA, 1st CENT. Queen Boadicea (d.62 A.D.) leading the Iceni (Britons of Norfolk and Suffolk) against the Romans: engraving, 19th century

BOADICEA (d. 62 A. D. ). Queen of the Iceni, Britons of Norfolk and Suffolk. Leading her peoples against the Romans
BOADICEA (d. 62 A.D.). Queen of the Iceni, Britons of Norfolk and Suffolk. Leading her peoples against the Romans. Wood engraving, 19th century

ROMAN INVASION OF BRITAIN. Caesars invasion in 55 B. C Wood engraving, 19th century
ROMAN INVASION OF BRITAIN. Caesars invasion in 55 B.C.. Wood engraving, 19th century

DRUIDS. Druids Inciting The Britons To Oppose The Landing Of The Romans. Wood engraving, late 19th century

DRUIDS AND BRITONS. The Druids inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans. Wood engraving, 19th Century

The first Saxons in Britain
When the Romans withdrew their troops from Britain after about 400 years, the British King needed help with organising his army, so two Saxons

Belgic Britons Bc
Belgic Briton, whose people settled in Britain during the second century BC : depicted with one of the Cassiterides Date: 2nd century BC

Ancient British Druids pick Mistletoe
Ancient British Druid picks mistletoe with his Golden Sickle and makes an incantation toward the sky

An Ancient Briton in a coracle
An Ancient Briton paddling a Coracle boat

Caratacus before Emperor Claudius
Caratacus was a historical British chieftain of the Catuvellauni tribe, who led the British resistance to the Roman conquest

Briton Riviere in his studio
Briton Riviere, British painter (1840 - 1920), pictured at work in his studio in St. Johns Wood in London

Leopold I in Brussels
Leopold, Victorias uncle and a naturalised Briton, is chosen king of the Belgians : he enters Brussels to great applause and proves a wise and popular ruler

Briton of the Interior
A Briton of the interior, with his dog : his garment is made from cows hide. In the background is a mound fortress

Ancient Briton Woman
Heavily painted but lightly dressed in a brief skirt, this barefoot Briton carries a long spear and wears her hair loose to below her waist

Briton, Pict, Roman, Druid
Ancient Briton, Roman, Pict and a Druid

Costume / Romano-Briton
A Romanised Briton who has adopted the Roman lifestyle, and a ferrylte (blacksmith) who hasn t

1st Christians in Brit
Some of the first Ancient Britons being baptised into the Christian faith

Briton Riviere / Costume
A lounge suit (consisted of a lounging jacket, waistcoat & trousers all of the same material) in a light, checked fabric worn with a wing collar & tie

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

Briton, a term that evokes the rich history and culture of the British Isles. From Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe, who fearlessly led her people against Roman invaders, to the antique map depicting Britain under Ancient Roman rule, this land has witnessed countless tales of bravery and resilience. One cannot overlook the artistic contributions Riviere, whose works capture both biblical narratives and historical events. In "Sympathy, " Riviere's brushstrokes convey deep emotions as he portrays a young girl comforting a wounded animal. Similarly, his painting "Daniel in the Lions Den" transports us to ancient times when faith triumphed over adversity. Riviere's masterpiece "Christ in the Wilderness" invites contemplation as we witness Jesus' solitude amidst nature's harshness. His work "In Manus Tuas Domine. " depicts profound devotion with its depiction of a man kneeling before an altar. Beyond Riviere's artistry lies Boadicea (Boudica), another fierce leader who incited Britons to revolt against their oppressors. Her unwavering spirit continues to inspire generations even today. Herbert Norris also pays homage to Boadicea through his portrayal of A Celtic Chieftainess. This artwork captures her regal presence and warrior-like demeanor. The remnants of Roman influence can still be seen in Wales' Roman Wall—a testament to Britain's complex past and cultural amalgamation. Lastly, Riviere's painting "The Temptation in the Wilderness" draws us into Christ's struggle against temptation—an eternal battle faced by all humanity. Through these glimpses into history and artistry, we are reminded that Briton is not merely a geographical term but rather an embodiment of courage, creativity, and endurance that reverberates throughout time.