Rokeby Collection

The Melton Breakfast by Sir Francis Grant
A rare mezzotint of High Leicestershire Lights of the past enjoying breakfast before a hunt. From left to right are Massey Stanley, the Earl of Wilton, Count Matuszevic, Lord Gardner

Rokeby Venus, also called The Toilet of Venus, Venus and Cupid, Venus at her Mirror, c1647-1651. Oil on canvas. Diego Velasquez (1599-1660) Spanish painter

Matilda (colour litho)
3648495 Matilda (colour litho) by Price, Norman Mills (1877-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Matilda. Illustration for A Day with Scott by May Byron (Hodder and Stoughton)

General Henry Robinson-Montague, 6th Baron Rokeby
Vintage 19th century photograph: General Henry Robinson-Montague, 6th Baron Rokeby, GCB (2 February 1798 - 25 May 1883) was a senior British Army officer of the 19th century

Illustration to Rokeby, narrative poem by Sir Walter Scott
Illustration to Rokeby, a narrative poem by Sir Walter Scott. early 19th century

The Rokeby Picnic, 1825 (bodycolour, pencil & w / c on paper)
1214139 The Rokeby Picnic, 1825 (bodycolour, pencil & w/c on paper) by Bewick, William (1795-1866); 29.0 x20.9 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Sketches of Teesdale and Rokeby (engraving)
1622109 Sketches of Teesdale and Rokeby (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Teesdale and Rokeby)

The late Mr R A Morritt, of Rokeby (engraving)
1596784 The late Mr R A Morritt, of Rokeby (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr R A Morritt, of Rokeby)

Richard Robinson, Primate of Ireland, 1779, (1944). Creator: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Richard Robinson, Primate of Ireland, 1779, (1944). Portrait of English cleric Richard Robinson (1709-1794) who was made Archbishop of Armagh in 1765

Lord Rokeby, of Singular Eccentricity, 1821. Creator: R Page
Lord Rokeby, of Singular Eccentricity, 1821. Portrait of Matthew Robinson, 2nd Baron Rokeby (c1713-1800), an English landowner, politician and nobleman who was considered an eccentric in later life

Lord Rokeby, Scots Guards, 1909. After Alexandre Jean Dubois Drahonet (1791-1834). The Hon. Henry Robinson-Montague (1798-1883), 6th Baron Rokeby, was a senior British Army officer

Rokeby on the Tees, c1841. Artist: David Cox the elder
Rokeby on the Tees, c1841. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume I, by C. Reginald Grundy and F. Gordon Roe [Emrose and Sons Ltd

Damage done to the Rokeby Venus by suffragette
The actual damage done to the Rokeby Venus by the suffragette with a chopper. Cuts made by militant suffragette Mary Richardson to the canvas of Velazquezs painting in the National Gallery on 10th

Mount Norris, Kent

Mortham Tower - Rokeby
Mortham Tower, Rokeby - nr. Barnard Castle, Co. Durham. A medieval house attached to a pele tower, said to have been built about the time of Henry VII (1485-1509)

Soyers Field Kitchen
The celebrated chef Alexis Soyer demonstrates his field kitchen for camp and bivouac in the Crimea, to Lord Rokeby and general Pelissier

Suffragette Militants Art Galleries
In the light of Mary Richardsons savage attack on The Rokeby Venus, new security measures to protect works of art are introduced! Date: Mar 20th 1914

Mathorn (Mortham) Tower, County Durham
Mathorn (Mortham) Tower, near Barnard Castle, County Durham. A medieval house attached to a pele tower, said to have been built about the time of Henry VII (1485-1509)

Abbey Bridge, Rokeby, County Durham
Abbey Bridge, Rokeby, Barnard Castle, County Durham, England. Date: 1910s

ROBIN GOODFELLOW, THE NEW PLAY AT THE GARRICK THEATRE: 1. Valentine Barbrook
" ROBIN GOODFELLOW, " THE NEW PLAY AT THE GARRICK THEATRE: 1. Valentine Barbrook (Mr. John Hare): " There, and you will be silent then." 2. Grace Barbrook (Miss K)

THE ABBEY BRIDGE. ROKEBY, YORKSHIRE, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

ON THE GRETA AT ROKEBY. Rokeby Park is a country house in the Palladian style in Northern England. It is located close to the confluence of the River Tees and River Greta

Robin Goodfellow
robin Goodfellow, The New Play At The Garrick Theatre: 1. Valentine Barbrook (mr. John Hare): " there, And You Will Be Silent Then." 2. Grace Barbrook (miss K. Rorke) And Hugh Rokeby (mr)

ON THE GRETA AT ROKEBY. Rokeby Park is a country house in the Palladian style in Northern England. It is located close to the confluence of the River Tees and River Greta

THE ABBEY BRIDGE. ROKEBY, YORKSHIRE, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Rivers Greta & Tees
The confluence of the River Greta and the River Tees at Rokeby, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1930s

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Rokeby: A Captivating Tapestry of Art, History, and Eccentricity Step into the enchanting world of Rokeby, where art, history, and eccentric characters intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From renowned paintings to notable figures, this place is brimming with stories waiting to be discovered. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Sir Francis Grant's masterpiece "The Melton Breakfast, " an exquisite portrayal of equestrian elegance that transports you back in time. The vibrant colors and meticulous details bring the scene to life, evoking a sense of excitement and anticipation. Venture further into the realm of art as you encounter "Rokeby Venus, " also known as "The Toilet of Venus. " This sensuous painting by an unknown artist captures the goddess at her most vulnerable moment. Admire her beauty while contemplating its controversial past—the suffragette who dared to damage it in protest for women's rights. But Rokeby is not only about art; it is a place steeped in history. Meet General Henry Robinson-Montague, 6th Baron Rokeby—a man whose name echoes through time. His presence lingers within these walls like whispers from another era. Delve into literature with Sir Walter Scott's epic poem "Rokeby. " Let his words transport you on a journey filled with love, betrayal, and redemption—an ode to this mystical place that has inspired countless imaginations throughout centuries. As you wander through Rokeby's picturesque landscapes depicted in sketches and engravings—Teesdale unfolding before your eyes—you can almost feel the serenity enveloping your being. Nature becomes your companion on this exploration. Encounter intriguing personalities like Mr. R. A Morritt—a figure immortalized forever by engraving—who once called Rokeby home. His legacy lives on within these walls—a testament to his passion for knowledge and appreciation for beauty.