Rischgitz Collection

John H. Newman, Leader of the Oxford Movement, Poet, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
John H. Newman, Leader of the Oxford Movement, Poet, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Lord Macaulay, famous historian & essayist, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Lord Macaulay, famous historian & essayist, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

James Arthur Froude, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
James Arthur Froude, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Jane Welsh Carlyle, at the age of 25, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Jane Welsh Carlyle, at the age of 25, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Verlaine, The Poet of Absinthe, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Verlaine, The Poet of Absinthe, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Renan, French 19th Century philosopher and critic, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Renan, French 19th Century philosopher and critic, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Gustave Flaubert, Author of Madame Bovary, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Gustave Flaubert, Author of Madame Bovary, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Mark Twain, The greatest of all American humorists, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Mark Twain, The greatest of all American humorists, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

The House of Oliver Wendell Holmes at Cambridge, Mass. U. S. A, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
The House of Oliver Wendell Holmes at Cambridge, Mass. U.S.A, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

James Russell Lowell, Humorous Poet, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
James Russell Lowell, Humorous Poet, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

John Greenleaf Whittier, New England Poet, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
John Greenleaf Whittier, New England Poet, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Edgar Allan Poe, Author of Tales of Mystery and Imagination, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Edgar Allan Poe, Author of Tales of Mystery and Imagination, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Henry W. Longfellow, New England Poet, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Henry W. Longfellow, New England Poet, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Nathaniel Hawthorne, Author of Tanglewood Tales, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Nathaniel Hawthorne, Author of Tanglewood Tales, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1923Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Chair & Desk of Charles Dickens, used at Gadshill, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Chair & Desk of Charles Dickens, used at Gadshill, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Gadshill, Near Rochester, Purchased by Dickens in 1856, (1923). Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Gadshill, Near Rochester, Purchased by Dickens in 1856, (1923). Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

William Morris, Poet, Socialist, and Craftsman, (1923). Artist: Rischgitz Collection
William Morris, Poet, Socialist, and Craftsman, (1923). Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

D. G Rossetti, 1855 (1923). Artist: Rischgitz Collection
D.G Rossetti, 1855 (1923). Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Tomb of Elizabeth Browning, Florence, design by Lord Leighton, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Tomb of Elizabeth Browning, Florence, design by Lord Leighton, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Elizabeth Browning, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Elizabeth Browning, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Robert Browning, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Robert Browning, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Henry David Thoreau, American nature writer, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Henry David Thoreau, American nature writer, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Miltons House in Petty France, Westminster, London, 1923. Artist: Rischgitz Collection
Miltons House in Petty France, Westminster, London, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

The Gentle Elia, 1823 (1923). Artist: Rischgitz Collection
The Gentle Elia, 1823 (1923). Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

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The Rischgitz Collection takes us on a captivating journey through history, capturing the essence of influential figures in their most intimate moments. John H. Newman, leader of the Oxford Movement and renowned poet, is immortalized in a portrait that reflects his profound intellect and unwavering devotion to his beliefs. Lord Macaulay, the celebrated historian and essayist, stares into the distance with an air of wisdom that hints at the vast knowledge he possessed. James Arthur Froude's portrait reveals a man deeply engrossed in thought, perhaps contemplating one of his groundbreaking historical works. Jane Welsh Carlyle's youthful visage transports us back to her vibrant youth when she was just beginning to carve her own path in life. Verlaine, known as "The Poet of Absinthe, " exudes an aura of mystery and melancholy that mirrors his poetic creations. Renan's portrait captures the intensity behind this French philosopher and critic who challenged societal norms with every word he penned. Gustave Flaubert's presence is palpable as we gaze upon him - author of Madame Bovary - his eyes brimming with passion for literature. Mark Twain's mischievous smile reminds us why he remains America's greatest humorist even today. The House of Oliver Wendell Holmes stands tall amidst its surroundings in Cambridge, Massachusetts - a symbol of intellectual prowess and innovation. James Russell Lowell's playful expression hints at the wit that permeates through his humorous poetry. John Greenleaf Whittier embodies New England spirit through his stoic yet contemplative pose; a poet whose words resonate with nature’s beauty. Edgar Allan Poe’s haunting gaze draws us into tales filled with mystery and imagination – revealing glimpses into dark corners where secrets lie hidden. Each artwork within the Rischgitz Collection tells its own story; each brushstroke capturing not only physical features but also emotions frozen forever in time.