Edward Kelly Collection

John Dee and Edward Kelly
John Dee, English alchemist, mathematician and astrologer, with his assistant Edward Kelly, medium, alchemist and sorcerer

Ned Kelly captured by Police Constable Kelly and railwayman Jesse Dowsett
2654905 Ned Kelly captured by Police Constable Kelly and railwayman Jesse Dowsett, 28 June 1880 (engraving) by Unknown Artist

Engraving of Edward Kelley - English astrologer (engraving)
2603955 Engraving of Edward Kelley - English astrologer (engraving); (add.info.: Edward Kelley or Kelly (active 1575) English astrologer and alchemist. Assistant to John Dee

Necromancy: Edward Kelly, a magician, raising the Ghost of a Person lately deceased
746859 Necromancy: Edward Kelly, a magician, raising the Ghost of a Person lately deceased, in the Church Yard of Walton-le-dale, Lancaster

Ned Kelly reward poster, 1880 (litho)
2654917 Ned Kelly reward poster, 1880 (litho) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Ned Kelly (December 1854 - 11 November 1880)

Kelly Gang member Steve Hart who died in flames of Glenrowan Hotel
2654901 Kelly Gang member Steve Hart who died in flames of Glenrowan Hotel, 28 June 1880 (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer

Police open fire on the Kelly Gang in the Glenrowan Hotel, 28 June 1880 (engraving)
2654918 Police open fire on the Kelly Gang in the Glenrowan Hotel, 28 June 1880 (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; out of copyright

Ned Kelly, wearing his characteristic armour, in final confrontation with police
2654899 Ned Kelly, wearing his characteristic armour, in final confrontation with police, 28 June 1880 (coloured engraving) by Unknown Artist

Edward Kelley, English astrologer and alchemist, c1790. Kelley (1555-1597) with his assistant raising a spirit in a churchyard

Engraving of Edward Kelley - English astrologer
Edward Kelley or Kelly (active 1575) English astrologer and alchemist. Assistant to John Dee. Copperplate engraving circa 1700

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"Edward Kelly: A Tale of Legends, Outlaws, and Mysticism" Step into the intriguing world of Edward Kelly, where history intertwines with folklore and the supernatural. This captivating figure is not to be confused with the company but rather encompasses a diverse range of stories. From his association with renowned occultist John Dee to his own exploits as a magician, Edward Kelly's life was shrouded in mystery. Together, they delved into the realms of necromancy, raising spirits from beyond the grave in Walton-le-dale's churchyard. However, it is Ned Kelly who often steals the spotlight. Notorious for his criminal activities and clashes with authorities, he became an outlaw legend in Australia. Captured by Police Constable Kelly and railwayman Jesse Dowsett, Ned faced justice but left behind an enduring legacy. The haunting death mask taken after Ned's execution in 1880 serves as a chilling reminder of his tumultuous existence. His homemade suit of armor showcases both resourcefulness and defiance against those who sought to bring him down. As part of the infamous Kelly Gang, Joe Byrne met a grim fate while Steve Hart perished amidst flames at Glenrowan Hotel during their final stand against police forces. The dramatic scene unfolds through historical engravings that capture this intense confrontation. Intriguingly enough though unrelated to these events is Captain Kelly's heroic act on another battlefield altogether – Waterloo. In R. Ackermann's lithograph from 1815 we witness Captain Kelly slaying a French commanding officer amidst Cuirassiers' chaos. These tales are further brought to life through evocative black-and-white photographs that immortalize moments such as Ned posing before his impending execution or depicting members like Joe Byrne strung up after death—a stark reminder of their violent end. Adding yet another layer to Edward Kelley's mystique is an intricately hand-colored etching & aquatint showcasing necromancy, a practice that fascinated him and John Dee.