Menpes Collection (page 8)

Quilted Soldiers of Kishengarh, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Quilted Soldiers of Kishengarh, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Retainer from Alwar, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer from Alwar, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Retainer from Central India, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer from Central India, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

One of the most picturesque Groups in the Retainers Procession, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
One of the most picturesque Groups in the Retainers Procession, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Armoured Horses, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Armoured Horses, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911, at the height of the British Empire to mark the succession of an Emperor or

His Highness the Maharaja of Patiala, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
His Highness the Maharaja of Patiala, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

The State Entry: A Distinguished Maharaja, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
The State Entry: A Distinguished Maharaja, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Native Bards from the Cutch State, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Native Bards from the Cutch State, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Emblem-bearers of Cutch, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Emblem-bearers of Cutch, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

The Gold and Silver Cannons of Baroda, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
The Gold and Silver Cannons of Baroda, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Mounted Mace-bearer, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Mounted Mace-bearer, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Native Bullock-cart from Bikanir, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer from Jind, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Tailor, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Tailor, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911, at the height of the British Empire to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress

Mid-day at Puebla, c1895, (1896). Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
Mid-day at Puebla, c1895, (1896). From The Studio Volume 6. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1896]

Night Scene at Puebla, c1895, (1896). Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
Night Scene at Puebla, c1895, (1896). From The Studio Volume 6. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1896]

Portrait of an old woman, c1890, (1894). Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Portrait of an old woman, c1890, (1894). From The Studio Volume 3. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1894]

Study of a Head, c1893, (1894). Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Study of a Head, c1893, (1894). From The Studio Volume 3. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1894]

Whistler, Chase, and Menpes, c1885, (1904). A photograph of Mortimer Luddington Menpes (1855-1938), William Merritt Chase (1849-1916) and James McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)

Whistler and Menpes, c1885, (1904). A photograph of James McNeill Whistler (1834-1903) seated with Mortimer Luddington Menpes (1855-1938) standing beside him

Portrait Studies, c1880, (1904). Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Portrait Studies, c1880, (1904). A portrait study of James McNeill Whistler (1834-1903). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Portrait Study, c1880, (1904). Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Portrait Study, c1880, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

James McNeill Whistler, c1885, (1904). Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
James McNeill Whistler, c1885, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Silk Dress, 1875, (1904). Artists: James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Adam and Charles Black
The Silk Dress, 1875, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

A Nude Study, c1864, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
A Nude Study, c1864, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Whistler with the White Lock, 1879, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Whistler with the White Lock, 1879, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

White And Grey The Hotel Courtyard Dieppe, 1885, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
White And Grey The Hotel Courtyard Dieppe, 1885, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

From Pickled-Herring Stairs, c1878, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
From Pickled-Herring Stairs, c1878, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Master Menpes, c1885, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Master Menpes, c1885, (1904). A portrait of Mortimer Luddington Menpes (1855-1938) son Mortimer James Menpes (1879-1900). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes

A Nocturne, c1878 (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
A Nocturne, c1878 (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Little Nurse, c1881, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Little Nurse, c1881, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Study, c1880, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Study, c1880, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Cures Little Class, c1879, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Cures Little Class, c1879, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Nocturne: The Thames at Battersea, 1878, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Nocturne: The Thames at Battersea, 1878, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Early Morning, 1878, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Early Morning, 1878, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Study: Standing Figure, 1878, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Study: Standing Figure, 1878, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

An Orange Note: Sweet Shop, 1884, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
An Orange Note: Sweet Shop, 1884, (1904). Painting held at the Freer Gallery of Art, Washington. From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Toilet, 1878, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Toilet, 1878, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Study, 1878, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Study, 1878, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Velvet Dress (Frances Leyland), c1873, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Velvet Dress (Frances Leyland), c1873, (1904). A drypoint sketch of Frances Leyland (1834-1910) wife of Frederick Richards Leyland (1831-1892) a British shipowner and art collector

A study in Rose and Brown, c1884, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
A study in Rose and Brown, c1884, (1904). Painting held at the Muskegon Museum of Art, Michigan. From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Nocturne-Salute, c1879, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Nocturne-Salute, c1879, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Smithy, 1880, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Smithy, 1880, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Furnace Nocturne, 1886, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Furnace Nocturne, 1886, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Angry Sea, 1884, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Angry Sea, 1884, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Long Venice, c1880, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Long Venice, c1880, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

Garden, 1880, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Garden, 1880, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Balcony, 1879, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Balcony, 1879, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Riva, Number Two, c1880, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Riva, Number Two, c1880, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

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Mortimer L Menpes, a renowned artist and traveler, captured the essence of various cultures and landscapes through his exquisite artwork. In the 1920s, he delved into the world of tailoring, showcasing his versatility in creativity. With meticulous attention to detail, Menpes brought life to fabrics with every stitch. One of his notable works takes us back to 1905 when he ventured into the sacred Temple of Amritsar. Through vibrant colors and intricate brushstrokes, Menpes transported viewers into this spiritual sanctuary where devotion filled the air. In another masterpiece from that same year, Menpes depicted a native bullock-cart amidst an exotic landscape. The scene exuded tranquility as these traditional means of transportation blended harmoniously with nature's beauty. It also knew how to capture leisure moments effortlessly. His painting titled "Leisure Hours" showcased individuals indulging in their favorite pastimes - reading books or simply enjoying each other's company. It was a reminder for all to take time off from busy lives and appreciate simple pleasures. "The Red Shutter, " painted in 1905 by Menpes himself, portrayed a charming corner adorned with vibrant shutters that added character to its surroundings. This piece encapsulated his ability to find beauty even in ordinary objects. Venturing beyond Asia and Europe, Menpes explored Venice extensively during different periods of his artistic career. He immortalized Palazzo Contarini degli Scrigni's grandeur against Venetian canals while capturing Cecil Rhodes' enigmatic persona during their meeting in 1900. A street scene from Venice allowed viewers to wander through its enchanting alleys lined with colorful buildings and gondolas gliding along tranquil waters—a true testament to Menpes' talent for transporting audiences across continents through artistry alone. Not only did he paint scenes but also people; "A Family Group" showcased familial bonds frozen in time—an intimate moment preserved forever.