Leonard Raven Hill Collection

Votes for Women
2603914 Votes for Women; (add.info.: Votes for Women. The British Liberal Party speaking with two voices. Lewis Vernon Harcourt saying 'No votes for women' while on the other side of)

A cartoon commenting on railway worker's accidents. Illustrated by Leonard Raven-Hill (1867-1942)
5311206 A cartoon commenting on railway worker's accidents. Illustrated by Leonard Raven-Hill (1867-1942) an English artist, illustrator and cartoonist

Prince Charming and the Sleeping Beauty, 1912. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Prince Charming and the Sleeping Beauty, 1912. Prince Charming, representing Sir Edward Grey (lst Viscount of Fallodon) British Foreign Secretary 1905-1916 prepares to wake the sleeping figure of

Young couple discussing music (litho)
7201238 Young couple discussing music (litho) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young couple discussing music.); © Look and Learn

Boy and girl looking up at a guardsman (litho)
7201239 Boy and girl looking up at a guardsman (litho) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy and girl looking up at a guardsman.); © Look and Learn

The Beautiful Period; La Belle Epoque, 1888 (oil on canvas)
659849 The Beautiful Period; La Belle Epoque, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); 33x43.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

A Street Scene in Delhi, c1903. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
A Street Scene in Delhi, c1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1903-4, edited by William Gamble. [A. W. Penrose & Co. London, 1903-4]

Oh No Sir A Genlteman, c1899. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Oh No Sir A Genlteman, c1899. From Modern Pen Drawings: European and American, Edited by Charles Holme. [The Offices of the Studio, London, Paris, New York, 1900-010]

Marconi Shares Scandal, 1913. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Marconi Shares Scandal, 1913. In 1911 the British government decided to award a contract to the Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company to erect state-owned radio stations across the British Empire

Mr Punch thanking Marconi for wireless telegraphy which was saving lives at sea, 1913. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Mr Punch thanking Marconi for wireless telegraphy which was saving lives at sea, 1913. Marconi (1874-1937) discovered a way in which waves could be used to send messages from one place to another

The Big Push, 1916. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
The Big Push, 1916. A munitions worker with a trolley of new shells sending them of for a little trip to the continent (Europe) for use against the Germans

Eamon De Valera declining the opportunity to attend the Ottawa Conference, 1932. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Eamon De Valera declining the opportunity to attend the Ottawa Conference, 1932. Cartoon showing De Valera (1822-1975) American-born Irish statesman

A Question of Detail, 1913. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
A Question of Detail, 1913. Sir Edward Grey (lst Viscount Grey of Fallodon), British Foreign Secretary 1905-1916 warns a grinning figure representing the Ottoman Turks they must leave the city of

Peace Comes to Town, 1913. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Peace Comes to Town, 1913. A figure of a knight, representing Sir Edward Grey (lst Viscount of Fallodon), British Foreign Secretary 1905-1916 carries the figure of Peace on his horse to the London

Subject to Correction, 1912. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Subject to Correction, 1912. Cartoon relating to the Peace Conference held in London in December 1912, to end the First Balkan War

American reinforcements to aid the Allied troops before the main US Army arrived, World War 1, 1918. Cartoon by L. Ravenhill from Punch, London, 10 April, 1918

Gandhi fasting in support of Untouchables, 1932. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Gandhi fasting in support of Untouchables, 1932. Mohondas Karamchand Gandhi (1869-1948), known as Mahatma (Great Soul), Indian Nationalist leader

Wilhelm II, Emperor of Germany, dreaming of a German rail link to Baghdad and oil. Cartoon by Leonard Raven - Hill from " Punch", London, 25 January 1911

General strike in Britain, 1926. Mr Punch thanking members of the British public who kept essential services running during the strike

Votes for Women. The British Liberal Party speaking with two voices. Lewis Vernon Harcourt saying No votes for women while on the other side of the platform his colleague David Lloyd George is saying

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Leonard Raven Hill, a talented artist of his time, captured the essence of various moments through his captivating artworks. In one lithograph, we see a young couple engrossed in an animated discussion about music, their passion evident in their eyes. Another lithograph showcases a boy and girl gazing up at a guardsman with awe and admiration. Moving on to "The Beautiful Period; La Belle Epoque, " an oil painting that transports us back to 1888. This masterpiece depicts the elegance and charm of that era, inviting us to immerse ourselves in its splendor. Raven-Hill's talents were not limited to capturing scenes from history or everyday life; he also ventured into depicting exotic locations like Delhi in "A Street Scene in Delhi. " Through this artwork created around 1903, we are transported to the bustling streets of India, experiencing its vibrant culture firsthand. In "Oh No Sir A Gentleman, " Raven-Hill humorously portrays a comical situation where mischief seems imminent. The mischievous expression on the gentleman's face leaves us wondering what antics lie ahead. The artist also delved into political satire with works such as "Marconi Shares Scandal" and "Mr Punch thanking Marconi for wireless telegraphy. " These pieces shed light on significant events during 1913 when wireless communication was revolutionizing maritime safety. During World War I, Raven-Hill depicted the harsh realities faced by soldiers with poignant artworks like "The Big Push. " This piece captures the bravery and sacrifice exhibited by those involved in this historic conflict. Raven-Hill's artistry extended beyond war-related subjects; he also portrayed key figures like Eamon De Valera declining attendance at the Ottawa Conference in 1932. His ability to capture personalities through his brushstrokes is evident here. "A Question of Detail" highlights Raven-Hill's attention to intricacies as he explores minute elements within his composition.