Gilbert Collection (page 2)

Statue of Eros
The famous statue of the Greek god of love, Eros, Piccadilly Circus, London, was sculpted by Alfred Gilbert in 1893. It was originally called the Shaftesbury Monument. Date: 1893

Williton Union Workhouse
The Union workhouse at Williton, Somerset. Some of the workhouse staff and some local residents are visible. The building, designed by George Gilbert Scott and William Bonython Moffatt

Wycombe Union Workhouse, Saunderton, Oxfordshire
The Wycombe Union workhouse at Saunderton, Oxfordshire. The building, designed by George Gilbert Scott and William Bonython Moffatt, was erected in 1843

Yacht at rest with National 12 dinghies in twilight -- one of a great series of studies of sailing off the Devon and Cornwall coasts. The National 12 is a two-person, two-sail racing dinghy. 1952

Marianne Faithfull, singer, songwriter and actress
Marianne Faithfull (b.1946), English singer, songwriter and actress. Seen here as a teenager at the Prospect Theatre, Reading, where she went to school. circa 1962

Coach party having lunch in a pub
A coach party stops for lunch in a pub. circa 1950s

Design for Gilbert and Sullivan, A Dream of Patience
Design by Alice Mary Havers for Gilbert and Sullivan, Savoy Operas, A Dream of Patience. circa 1880s

Supermarine Spitfire TRIX ML407
Supermarine Spitfire TRIX, ML407, currently owned by Caroline Grace. James Gilbert photo

GUNPOWDER PLOT, 1605. Guy Fawkes (1570-1606) being interrogated by King James I and his council in the Kings bedchamber at Whitehall

SHAKESPEARE: HAMLET. Ophelia, gone mad, distributes flowers (Act IV, Scene V). Wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert (1817-1897) for William Shakespeares play

HMS Pinafore, Captain Corcoran and crew
HMS Pinafore. Captain Corcoran and crew of the ship. My gallant crew, good morning! Date: 1908

Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs, (oil on canvas)
651397 Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs, (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 47x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs)

A Parisian Flower Market, (oil on canvas)
989521 A Parisian Flower Market, (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 137.5x46.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Parisian Flower Market. Victor Gabriel Gilbert (1847-1933)

Grange-Over-Sands, c1896. Artist: Gilbert Wilson
Grange-Over-Sands, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

G O Smith, footballer and cricketer
Gilbert Oswald Smith (1872-1943), amateur footballer who played for Oxford University and the Corinthians, and was captain for England. He played first-class cricket for Oxford University and Surrey

D OYLY CARTE POSTER, c1894. Poster for Gilbert & Sullivans Utopia, Limited, as performed by D Oyly Cartes Opera Company. Lithograph poster, c1894

Portions of fern. Chromolithograph from John Gilbert Baker and Sir William Jackson Hooker, Synopsis filicum, or a synopsis of all known ferns. Drawn from nature by Mr. Fitch, F.L.S. Date: 1868

Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC G-FIRE / NH904 at Biggin Hill
Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC, G-FIRE/NH904, at Biggin Hill in 1981. James Gilbert photo. Date: 1981

Supermarine Spitfire. James Gilbert photo

(1732-1799). 1st President of the United States. At Dorchester Heights during the Siege of Boston, 1776
GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). 1st President of the United States. At Dorchester Heights during the Siege of Boston, 1776. Oil on panel, c1806, by Gilbert Stuart

GILBERT & SULLIVAN: MIKADO. Sketches from The Mikado, Gilbert and Sullivans new comic opera at the Savoy Theatre in London. Line engraving from an English newspaper of 1885

Madame Peacock by Gilbert Rumbold
Lovely illustration showing a lady in a dress with a peacock feather skirt and matching fan. Date: 1927

Gilbert L Jessop cricketer

Second President of the United States. Oil painting attributed to Bass Otis (after Gilbert Stuart), c1800
JOHN ADAMS (1735-1826). Second President of the United States. Oil painting attributed to Bass Otis (after Gilbert Stuart), c1800

Poster for The Mikado, the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta

Dr. W. G. Grace at the Wicket, 1898
Photograph of Dr. William Gilbert Grace (1848-1915), arguably the finest cricketer of his era, who scored 126 first-class centuries while playing for England and Gloucestershire

Gilbert Jessop (1874-1955)
Photograph of Gilbert Jessop, the Gloucestershire and England batsman, who was famous for his feats of quick-scoring - he once scored a century in only 40 minutes

Gilbert White / Selborne
GILBERT WHITE OF SELBORNE Birthplace and home of the naturalist, at Selborne, Hampshire, showing White in the garden with his dog Date: 1720 - 1793

Lola Montez / Jules Laure
MARIA DOLORES ELIZA ROSEANNA GILBERT, known as LOLA MONTEZ American dancer and adventuress, born in Ireland

George Grossmith / 1895
GEORGE GROSSMITH (SNR) English actor, associated with the Gilbert & Sullivan operas

King Henry VI of England married to Margaret of Anjou at Titchfield Abbey, 23 April 1445. The mad king was 24 and the queen 15

Poster, Gilbert and Sullivans operetta, Patience
Theatre poster, Gilbert and Sullivans comic operetta, Patience, showing the title character, a dairymaid

Liverpool Cathedral under construction from St. James Mount Date: circa 1908

Timon and Apemantus, 1883. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
Timon and Apemantus, 1883. Two characters from Shakespeares play Timon of Athens sitting under trees in the wilderness

The Judgment of Paris, c1635-1638, (1912). Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Judgment of Paris, c1635-1638, (1912). A colour print of Rubens painting, from Famous Paintings with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, (Cassell and Company, London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

The Merry Wives of Windsor - title page - Anne Page and Slender, an inept and unsuccessful suitor. 1862

THOMAS MIFFLIN (1744-1800). American soldier and statesman. Etching, 1888, by Albert Rosenthal after Gilbert Stuart

WILLIAM GILBERT GRACE (1848-1915). English cricketer. Caricature lithograph, 1877, by Spy (Sir Leslie Ward)

LONGFELLOW: STANDISH, 1859. The Courtship of Miles Standish by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Wood engraving, 1859, by the brothers Dalziel after a drawing by John Gilbert

Cricketer, Jessop
Gilbert L. Jessop Cricketer - Gloucestershire

Sailing off the Cornish coast
One of a great series of studies, showing boats sailing off the Cornish coast. 1952

Six Sons and a father under arms, WW1
Mr J. B. Gilbert (centre) of Poole, Dorset; in the National Reserve, formerly of the 18th Middlesex and 1st Warwicks pictured with his six sons who were all serving with the British Army

An ammunition column passing through Ypres, 1917. Captain Gilbert Holiday, Royal Field Artillery (1879-1937). Holidays Early Life Was Spent In St

DIME NOVEL, 1896. Frank Merriwell Among the Mormons, or The Lost Tribe of Israel. Cover of a Street and Smith dime novel of 1896 in the Frank Merriwell series

Windsor Union Workhouse
A view of the Windsor Union Workhouse, designed by George Gilbert Scott. Date: 1841

LOVEs LABOUR LOST. Title page of a 19th century edition of Shakespeares Loves Labour Lost
LOVEs LABOUR LOST. Title page of a 19th century edition of Shakespeares " Loves Labour Lost" : wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert

SHAKESPEARE: TEMPEST. Title page of a 19th century edition of William Shakespeares The Tempest, wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert

Chesterton Photo
GILBERT KEITH CHESTERTON Writer, caught by the photographer in the act of writing something, showing clearly the way he holds his pencil

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"Remembering Gilbert: A Timeless Legacy of Opera, Art, and Racing" Step into the world and Sullivan operas, where enchanting melodies and witty lyrics come alive on stage. From the first production of H. M. S. Pinafore in 1878 to the iconic D'Oyly Carte Souvenir posters that captured their essence, Gilbert's genius continues to captivate audiences. Beyond his theatrical pursuits, Gilbert's artistic talents extended beyond the stage. "The Athlete Wrestling with a Python, " a masterpiece from c1880-1882, showcases his versatility as an artist. His brushstrokes bring life to this powerful scene. Intriguingly enough, Greyhound Racing at White City became another passion for Gilbert. The thrill of these races mirrored the excitement found in his operatic works – both filled with anticipation and exhilaration. Gilbert's love for aviation is evident through Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434 - a symbol of courage and innovation during World War II. This aircraft embodies his spirit; always pushing boundaries and reaching new heights. Yet amidst all these diverse interests, one cannot forget the sacrifices made by brave soldiers like those depicted in "All that was left of them. " The 17th Lancers near Modderfontein serve as a poignant reminder of their bravery and resilience. Returning to his operatic achievements, posters advertising HMS Pinafore remind us why this work remains timeless. Its catchy tunes still resonate today while showcasing Gilbert's unparalleled storytelling abilities. The D'Oyly Carte Opera Company played an instrumental role in bringing these masterpieces to life on stage. Their dedication ensured that audiences could experience the magic firsthand – forever etching Gilbert's name into opera history. Gilbert Holiday beautifully captures the grace and elegance of greyhounds through his artistry. These gentle creatures embody speed and agility much like our beloved opera characters who navigate the complexities of life.