Frontispiece Collection

Title page to Tess of the D Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy, edition published in 1892
XJF466237 Title page to Tess of the D Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy, edition published in 1892 (printed paper) by English School

DANTE: DIVINE COMEDY. Frontispiece of Dantes Divine Comedy, showing Dante (in a red robe) being led by Virgil (in a blue robe) through the agonies of hell. Italian manuscript illumnination

Cover of Sheet Music for Handels Messiah, published in 1742 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF323039 Cover of Sheet Music for Handels Messiah, published in 1742 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Frederick Handel (1685-1759)

Frontispice of the score of the opera La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi
LRI4628116 Frontispice of the score of the opera La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist

Frontispiece illustration from Frankenstein
Frontispiece illustration from Mary Shelley's novel, Frankenstein. Date: first published 1818

Beech and Oak (Frontispiece), from The Park and the Forest, 1841

Market in the Gate of Ravenna in Bologna. Street traders. Mi
Market in the Gate of Ravenna in Bologna. Street traders. Frontispiece of codex Marticola dei Mercanti, 1470. Museo Civico. Bologna. Italy

Zodiac with winged male, poss. Cupid / Eros
Zodiac with winged male, poss. Cupid/Eros. Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy

Twelve breeds of pigeon. Drawing / Engraving from Daniel Girton, The new and complete pigeon-fancier; or, Modern treatise on domestic pigeons. Frontispiece. Date: circa 1804

Les Essais, by Michel de Montaigne, published 1595 (engraving)
2562801 Les Essais, by Michel de Montaigne, published 1595 (engraving) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Dream of Gerontius
A Visitant is knocking his dire summons at my door. (Frontispiece) ~First published: 1866~Illustration by Robert T Rose to John Henry Newmans Dream of Gerontius, c.1914 edition.~dream, of, gerontius

Frontispiece of La gioconda, opera by Ponchielli, 1876
LRI4567478 Frontispiece of La gioconda, opera by Ponchielli, 1876 by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispice of the score for " La Gioconda" opera by composer Amilcare)

Title page from the libretto of Handels opera Rinaldo, by Giacomo Rossi
5321233 Title page from the libretto of Handels opera Rinaldo, by Giacomo Rossi, 1717 (print) by English School, (18th century); height: 18 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum

Title page from the libretto of Handels opera Rinaldo, by Giacomo Rossi
5321234 Title page from the libretto of Handels opera Rinaldo, by Giacomo Rossi, 1717 (print) by English School, (18th century); height: 18 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum

Hercules honoured by the Hesperides.. Engraving by Johann Friedrich Greuter, from Giovanni Battista Ferrari, Hesperides: sive, De malorum aureorum cultura et usu libri quator. Frontispiece. Date: 1646

The King of Arms of the Order of the Golden Fleece Writing about Jacques de Lalaing, c
3545813 The King of Arms of the Order of the Golden Fleece Writing about Jacques de Lalaing, c.1530-40 (tempera, gold leaf and ink on parchment) by Bening, Simon (c.1483-1561); 36.4x26.2 cm; J

Frontispiece to Hobbess Leviathan, 1651 (engraving)
966199 Frontispiece to Hobbess Leviathan, 1651 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece to Hobbess Leviathan, 1651)

Frontispiece design by Cecil Aldin, Old Manor Houses -- Moreton Old Hall, Congleton, Cheshire, also known as Little Moreton Hall, a moated, half-timbered manor house dating back to the 16th century

Frontispiece for Ragtime Parade
Erik Satie (1866 - 1928), Ragtime Parade. Frontispiece

Frontispiece illustration, Peter, the fox terrier. Date: 1912

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Queen Elizabeth I at Prayer, frontispiece to 'Christian Prayers', 1569 (engraving)
534189 Queen Elizabeth I at Prayer, frontispiece to 'Christian Prayers', 1569 (engraving) by English School, (16th century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

'The Bucaniers of America', 1684 (print)
7339182 'The Bucaniers of America', 1684 (print) by English School, (17th century); 6.7x50.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Don Quixote of La Mancha, 1603 - 1605 (engraving)
8899815 Don Quixote of La Mancha, 1603 - 1605 (engraving) by Portuguese School, (17th century); (add.info.: Don Quixote of La Mancha (The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha)

Frontispiece from "Nova experimenta physico-mechanica of VI aeris and elastica
AIS5351973 Frontispiece from "Nova experimenta physico-mechanica of VI aeris and elastica and eiusdem efectibus" by the English scientist Robert Boyle (1627-1691)

Frontispiece of "the Psalms of David" set in verse by Clement Marot (1496-1544)
AIS5355279 Frontispiece of "the Psalms of David" set in verse by Clement Marot (1496-1544) and Theodore de Beze (1519-1605)

"Triumph of Renown" Allegory on the frontispiece of a manuscript by Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch) (1304-1374)
AIS5386913 "Triumph of Renown" Allegory on the frontispiece of a manuscript by Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch) (1304-1374) 15th century.

Frontispiece of volume I of "Opere di Galileo Galilei", by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642)
AIS5354712 Frontispiece of volume I of "Opere di Galileo Galilei", by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), Edition of 1744 (engraving); Biblioteca de Catalunya, Barcelona

Frontispiece of "Index librorum expurgatorum", index listing the books banned by the General Inquisition in
AIS5384879 Frontispiece of "Index librorum expurgatorum", index listing the books banned by the General Inquisition in Spain, published by Gaspar de Quiroga (1499-1593)

Frontispiece of "The Satyricon" (Satiricon) by Petrone (Caius Petronius Arbiter) (12/17-66 A.D)
AIS5352668 Frontispiece of "The Satyricon" (Satiricon) by Petrone (Caius Petronius Arbiter) (12/17-66 A.D.) 1634 (engraving); Biblioteca de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain; © Iberfoto.

Frontispiece of "Metamorphoses" of the Latin poet Publius Ovidius Naso called Ovide (43 BC 18)
AIS5352020 Frontispiece of "Metamorphoses" of the Latin poet Publius Ovidius Naso called Ovide (43 BC 18) 1584 (engraving); © Iberfoto.

Frontispiece of 'Apologetic' by Quintus Septimus Florens Tertullianus, 1657 (engraving)
AIS5365118 Frontispiece of 'Apologetic' by Quintus Septimus Florens Tertullianus, 1657 (engraving); (add.info.: He is known as Tertullian (150/160-230/240)

Book frontispiece with fine color portrait of William Shakespeare by artist Alberto Sangorski, 1986 (photo)
8716685 Book frontispiece with fine color portrait of William Shakespeare by artist Alberto Sangorski, 1986 (photo) by Sangorski

Life and Adventures of the American Cowboy. Clark Stanley
7301600 Life and Adventures of the American Cowboy. Clark Stanley.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Title page of The Life and Adventures of the American Cow-Boy)

Frontispiece of John Gadbury's De Cometis
5307518 Frontispiece of John Gadbury's De Cometis.; (add.info.: Frontispiece of John Gadbury's De Cometis. John Gadbury (1627-1704) an English astronomer, writer of almanacs and other topics

Frontispiece with two cherubs holding a bicorn and sword
5893180 Frontispiece with two cherubs holding a bicorn and sword.; (add.info.: Frontispiece with two cherubs holding a bicorn and sword)

Frontispiece and title page from the Shakespeare play The Merry Wives of Windsor. Act II. Scene 1
6867250 Frontispiece and title page from the Shakespeare play The Merry Wives of Windsor. Act II. Scene 1. Mrs Page, "Letter for letter, but that the name of Page and Ford differs"

Frontispiece and title page from the Shakespeare play A Midsummer Night's Dream. Act II. Scene I
6867241 Frontispiece and title page from the Shakespeare play A Midsummer Night's Dream. Act II. Scene I. Demetrius, " I love thee not, therefore pursue me not"

Frontispiece
5855763 Frontispiece; (add.info.: Frontispiece: g105 Costumes of the departments of the lower Seine: Calvados, la Manche and lfOrne.h The artist has assembled all the different headdresses of)

Dictionary of weather vanes. Satire of the various governments in France from 1790 to 1815, 1815 (engraving)
8672354 Dictionary of weather vanes. Satire of the various governments in France from 1790 to 1815, 1815 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Frontispiece for Jules Verne's novel 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, 1870 (engraving)
1703528 Frontispiece for Jules Verne's novel 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, 1870 (engraving) by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900).

Portrait of Henry James (1843-1916), 1909 (photographic frontispiece)
986133 Portrait of Henry James (1843-1916), 1909 (photographic frontispiece); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Henry James (1843-1916). From 'The Novels and Tales'

Frontispiece and title page of a Victorian encyclopedia (engraving)
8635198 Frontispiece and title page of a Victorian encyclopedia (engraving) by Brooke, William Henry (1772-1860) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Frontispice of " La Geometria del Compasso", 1797 by Lorenzo Mascheroni (1750-1800)
XEE5030680 Frontispice of " La Geometria del Compasso", 1797 by Lorenzo Mascheroni (1750-1800); (add.info.: Frontispice of " La Geometria del Compasso")

Frontispice Cesar Cascabel, novel by Jules Verne, 1890, published by Hetzel under the general title of Voyages
JAB5034197 Frontispice Cesar Cascabel, novel by Jules Verne, 1890, published by Hetzel under the general title of Voyages extraordinaire.; (add.info.: Frontispice Cesar Cascabel)

Frontispice de " Second part", novel by Jules Verne, 1900, published by Hetzel editions under the general
JAB5034164 Frontispice de " Second part", novel by Jules Verne, 1900, published by Hetzel editions under the general title " Extraordinary Voyages".; (add.info)

Cats - frontispice of the book " Le livre d'images, Nouveau alphabet ou Alphabet pour petits garcons"
DUV4217721 Cats - frontispice of the book " Le livre d'images, Nouveau alphabet ou Alphabet pour petits garcons"

Frontispice, drawn by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne " Les 500 millions de la Begum" - edition
PCT4259641 Frontispice, drawn by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne " Les 500 millions de la Begum" - edition Hetzel/Voyages extraordinaire 1879.; (add.info.: Frontispice)

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The frontispiece is a captivating glimpse into the world of literature, music, and art. It serves as an introduction to the masterpiece that lies within its pages or notes. Just like Dante's Divine Comedy, which showcases the author himself on its frontispiece, these illustrations give us a visual representation of the story that awaits. In Giuseppe Verdi's opera La Traviata, the frontispiece sets the tone for a tragic love story with its evocative imagery. Similarly, Frankenstein's frontispiece offers a chilling preview of Mary Shelley's iconic tale of creation and destruction. Handel's Messiah takes us back in time with its engraved cover sheet music from 1742. This intricate design transports us to an era filled with grandeur and musical brilliance. Thomas Hardy's Tess of the D'Urbervilles invites us into Victorian England through its beautifully crafted title page from 1892. The delicate details transport readers to another time and place. But it is not only literature that can be found within these captivating images; they also capture scenes from everyday life. The market in Bologna reveals street traders bustling about their daily business while Twelve breeds of pigeon showcase nature's diversity in all its feathered glory. Zodiac signs come alive on one particular frontispiece where Cupid or Eros spreads his wings alongside winged males representing each astrological symbol. This celestial artwork reminds us of our connection to the stars above. Historical figures are also celebrated through this artistic medium - such as Jacques de Lalaing depicted as The King of Arms in Order of the Golden Fleece writing - reminding us that history lives on through art. Dreams take shape on Gerontius' frontispiece as we delve into his ethereal journey beyond life itself. And Hercules honored by Hesperides captures strength and heroism frozen in time for eternity.