Dandridge Collection

Dorothy Dandridge (1923 - 1965), American film actress

Martha Washington, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (wood engraving)
2619204 Martha Washington, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (wood engraving) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martha Washington, nee Dandridge)

Portrait of a Girl, Full-Length, in a Grey Satin Dress with Elaborate Floral Embroidery
652127 Portrait of a Girl, Full-Length, in a Grey Satin Dress with Elaborate Floral Embroidery, Beside a Basket of Flowers on a Table, a Wooded Landscape Beyond, (oil on canvas) by Dandrige

George Frideric Handel, before 1754 (oil on canvas)
5938221 George Frideric Handel, before 1754 (oil on canvas) by Dandridge, Bartholomew (1691-c.1754); 118.4x94 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: German, later British)

Uvedale Tomkyns Price (1685-1764) and Members of His Family, possibly early 1730s

Washingtons First Interview With Mrs Custis George Washington 1732 To 1799 Martha Dandridge Custis Washington 1731 To 1802 After Alonzo Chappel From Life And Times Of Washington Volume 1 Published

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1732-1801). Mrs. George Washington. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting, 1757, by John Wollaston

DOROTHY DANDRIDGE (1922-1965). American actress, dancer, and singer. Disembarking from a plane in Los Angeles. Photograph, 1955

GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). First President of the United States. Washingtons Death Bed. Mezzotint after T.H. Matteson, 1846

A Lady with a Book Portrait of a Lady Signed, center left: B
A Lady with a Book Portrait of a Lady Signed, center left: " B. Dandridge. [Minse]", Bartholomew Dandridge, baptized 1691-died in or after 1754, British

A Young Girl with a Dog and a Page Signed in lower right: B
A Young Girl with a Dog and a Page Signed in lower right: " B. Dandridge Pix [?it]", Bartholomew Dandridge, baptized 1691-died in or after 1754, British

GEORGE W. P. CUSTIS. (1781-1857). American playwright and grandson of Martha Washington. Custis at age 4. Oil on canvas, 1785, by R.E. Pine

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1732-1802). Wife of George Washington. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after the Gilbert Stuart painting

Beetles from Joseph Dandridges collection
Beetles, only some of which are from the Petiver Collection, shown with Sloanes catalogue numbers

President George Washington and his wife Martha at a reception. Line engraving after an illustration, 1883
WASHINGTON RECEPTION. President George Washington and his wife Martha at a reception. Line engraving after an illustration, 1883, by Howard Pyle

Martha Washingtons Reception. Line engraving after Daniel F. Huntingtons painting Lady Washingtons Reception or The
WASHINGTON RECEPTION. Martha Washingtons Reception. Line engraving after Daniel F. Huntingtons painting Lady Washingtons Reception or The Republican Court in the Time of Washington, c1865

Washingtons Marriage
WASHINGTONs MARRIAGE to Martha Dandridge Custis, 6 January 1759. Lithograph, 1854, after Junius Brutus Stearns

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"Dandridge: A Captivating Tale of History, Elegance, and Talent" In the enchanting world of Dandridge, the past intertwines with beauty and artistry. From Dorothy Dandridge's mesmerizing performances to Martha Washington's grace as depicted in a wood engraving from 1905, this captivating story unfolds. Imagine a portrait of a girl dressed in an exquisite grey satin gown adorned with intricate floral embroidery. The delicate details mirror the artistic brilliance found within this realm. As we delve further into history, we encounter George Frideric Handel before 1754, captured forever on canvas. His music resonates through time, echoing his genius for generations to come. Uvedale Tomkyns Price and his family transport us back to the early 1730s. Their presence evokes an era filled with elegance and sophistication—a glimpse into their lives frozen in time. Washington's first meeting with Mrs. Custis takes us back to 1732 when love blossomed between two remarkable individuals—George Washington and Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. Alonzo Chappel immortalized this moment in his artwork published in 1857. Martha Washington herself captivates our imagination through a steel engraving from the 19th century—an enduring symbol of strength and resilience during challenging times. Dorothy Dandridge emerges once again—an American actress, dancer, and singer whose talent knew no bounds. Her legacy continues to inspire performers worldwide even after her untimely passing in 1965. And there he stands—the legendary George Washington—first President of the United States; his final moments captured on his deathbed—a poignant reminder that even great leaders are mortal but leave indelible marks upon history. Within these pages lies not only stories but also emotions woven together by artists like B who painted "A Lady with a Book Portrait.