Gilbert Collection (page 6)

Pitty-Sing (engraving)
1596605 Pitty-Sing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pitty-Sing. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 August 1890)

King Charles II at a dance party during the Restoration, circa 1660. A wild ball with dancing, music, card games, tobacco smoking, drinking, courtesans, and fops. Evening Party. Time of Charles II

King Henry VIII of England celebrating May Day with his first queen Catherine of Aragon, circa 1509. He is dressed in anachronistic Victorian outfit of top hat, coat, chain breeches and boots

Henry VIII of England meeting Francis I of France on horseback at the Field of the Cloth of Gold, 7 June 1520. Coats of arms hang from trees and knights in armor and heralds gather for a tournament

Actors playing Henry Tudor fighting King Richard III of England on stage in a theatre. Other actors wait in the wings in tunics with red and white roses

King Henry V of England boarding Trinity at Southampton
King Henry V of England boarding the Trinity at Southampton, 10 August 1415. The king in crown, helm and suit of armor. Knights in plate armor with comical helmets

The coronation of King Henry IV of England with a huge crown, 1399. The king in sunglasses and cracows is crowned by bishops in Westminster Abbey, while pages hold his coat of arms, helm and sword

King Edward III of England after the Siege of Calais in 1347. Philippa of Hainault on a stool cuddles up to the king, while the burghers of Calais kneel before them with ropes around their necks

Landing of Julius Caesar in Britain, 54BC
A standard-bearer of the 10th legion in bearskin leads Roman infantry onto a beach at Sandwich, 54BC. Julius Caesar in breastplate and coat stands on board an anachronistic steamboat

Branch of pink plum blossom. Color woodblock mokuhanga from Kaishien Gaden, Japanese edition of Wang Gais Jieziyuan Huazhaun or Manual of the Mustard Seed Garden, Second Collection, Ichimura Bunko

Magnetic needles on a terrella will point towards the north pole, A
539362 Magnetic needles on a terrella will point towards the north pole, A. other needles will do likewise, even though the surface of the terrella is uneven, as at O

Well-known members of the D Oyly Carte Company on the stage at Princes Theatre including Lady Dorothy D Oyly Carte with the companys stage manager, Mr. J.M. Gordon (kneeling right). Date: 1922

Solitary Headstone of Lt Gilbert Talbot, Sanctuary Wood CWGC Date: 2016

Arthur Gilbert
A cavalier testing the blade of his sword. Artist: Arthur Gilbert. Date: 1906

HMS Pinafore, Little Buttercup mixes up the children
HMS Pinafore. Little Buttercup explains that when she was baby-farming (nursing babies while their Papas and Mamas were travelling), she mixed up baby Captain Corcoran and baby Ralph Rackstraw

HMS Pinafore, Corcoran presents Little Buttercup
HMS Pinafore. Corcoran presented blushing Little Buttercup to Sir Joseph, who gave her sixpence on the spot. Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, Captain Corcoran marched away
HMS Pinafore. Captain Corcoran is taken away. A couple of marines marched him off under the command of the smallest midshipman in the ship. Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, Captain Corcoran and Sir Joseph Porter
HMS Pinafore. Captain Corcoran is trying to pat himself on the back when Sir Joseph Porter approaches. " What are you trying to do?" said Sir Joseph. Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, Dick Deadeye and Captain Corcoran
HMS Pinafore. Captain Corcoran and sailor Dick Deadeye. " Deadeye!" said the Captain, " You here? Don t!" Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, Little Buttercup and the captain
HMS Pinafore. Little Buttercup and Captain Corcoran. Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, Sir Joseph Porter and Josephine Corcoran
HMS Pinafore. Sir Joseph Porter with Josephine Corcoran at the ships table. Her short and snappish replies to Sir Josephs pretty speeches at dinner. Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, lunch on board ship
HMS Pinafore. Luncheon in the ward-room on board ship (the apartment assigned to the lieutenants on board a man-o -war}. Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, Captain Corcoran and daughter
HMS Pinafore. Captain Corcoran and his daughter Josephine. The good captain was distressed to see his dear daughter in this bilious frame of mind. Date: 1908

HMS Pinafore, Josephine Corcoran and Sir Joseph Porter
HMS Pinafore. Pretty lady smelling a rose is admired by an older gentlemen who peers at her through a monocle. Sir Joseph Porter was one of the many people who had fallen a victim to the beauty of

HMS Pinafore, Ralph Rackstraw in the rigging
HMS Pinafore (Gilbert & Sullivan operetta), Able Seaman Ralph Rackstraw in the rigging. Date: 1908

The Champs Elysees, Paris, (oil on panel)
989303 The Champs Elysees, Paris, (oil on panel) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 27x34.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Champs Elysees, Paris. Victor Gabriel Gilbert (1847-1933)

At the Flower Market, (oil on canvas)
827309 At the Flower Market, (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 47x38.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Flower Market. Victor Gabriel Gilbert (1847-1933)

By the Fire, (oil on canvas)
823385 By the Fire, (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 46x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: By the Fire. Victor Gabriel Gilbert (1847-1933). Oil on canvas

The Ladies Mile in the Row
Typical scene on Rotten Row in Hyde Park, where smart London society traditionally went to ride their horses. Date: 1923

Title page, The Story of the Mikado
Title page design, The Story of the Mikado by Ws Gilbert. 1921

Their eyes met - Nanki Poo and Yum-Yum
Their eyes met, Nanki Poo and Yum-Yum - The Story of the Mikado by Ws Gilbert. 1921

Music cover, The Gondoliers Waltz, P Bucalossi
Music cover, The Gondoliers Waltz, by P Bucalossi, based on music from the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, The Gondoliers. 1889

Pish Tush, run him off - The Story of the Mikado by Ws Gilbert. 1921

I claim my perjured lover, Nanki Poo - The Story of the Mikado by Ws Gilbert. 1921

He saw Yum-Yum enter the garden - The Story of the Mikado by Ws Gilbert. 1921

Cartoon, Mr Rutland Barrington, The Mikado
Cartoon, Mr Rutland Barrington, A Savoyard - The Mikado, Gilbert and Sullivan. 1885

Cartoon, A Japanese Village at the Savoy, a reference to the popular Gilbert and Sullivan operetta at the Savoy Theatre, London. 1885

Cartoon, The Duke of Edinburgh - So take my advice, and don t go to sea, And you may become ruler of the Queens Navee (a quotation from Gilbert & Sullivans operetta, HMS Pinafore). 1885

Cartoon, George Grossmith as The Sorcerer
Cartoon, George Grossmith in the latest Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, The Sorcerer. 1884

Alas, my poor little bride that was to be - The Story of the Mikado by Ws Gilbert. 1921

Japanese warriors in red and black armour
A troupe of Japanese warriors in red and black armour - The Story of the Mikado by Ws Gilbert. 1921

Portrait of Gilbert Burnet, Bishop of Salisbury, 1835 (litho)
4070966 Portrait of Gilbert Burnet, Bishop of Salisbury, 1835 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches from Patience at the Opera Comique (engraving)
583825 Sketches from Patience at the Opera Comique (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Helen Gilbert in The Secret of Dr. Kildare (1939) wore this evening ensemble desiged by Dolly Tree that went back to her grandmother?s day for fashion significance

Prince Andrew of Greece at Cannes
Prince Andrew of Greece, father of the current Duke of Edinburgh, pictured at Cannes in the company of Margot Hambling, David Townsend and Gilbert Beale, whose yacht was in Cannes Harbour

Chinese hibiscus, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flava. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after an illustration by W.I. Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821

Diagram to illustrate the behaviour of a magnet at different positions around the north
539354 Diagram to illustrate the behaviour of a magnet at different positions around the north pole of the Earth (A). From William Gilbert De Magnete, London, 1600 by Gilbert

Gilbert de Lannoy, Seigneur de Villerval, 1386-1462. Chromolithograph from Loredan Larcheys Ancien Armorial Equestre de la Toison d Or et de l Europe au 15e siecle

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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.