Sir E Poynter Collection

The Ides of March, 1883. Creator: Edward John Poynter
The Ides of March, 1883. The persistent warnings given to Julius Caesar by the augurs as to the fatefulness of " The Ides of March" for him

Narcissus in a Blue and White Vase, 1864. Creator: Edward John Poynter
Narcissus in a Blue and White Vase, 1864

Minerva, 1886. Creator: Edward John Poynter
Minerva, 1886

Study of a Young Man's Head with Right Arm Outstretched, 1860. Creator: Edward John Poynter
Study of a Young Man's Head with Right Arm Outstretched, 1860

Study for Festival, c. 1875. Creator: Edward John Poynter
Study for Festival, c. 1875

Study for The Festival, 1871. Creator: Edward John Poynter
Study for The Festival, 1871

The Cave of the Storm Nymphs, 1903. Artist: Edward John Poynter
The Cave of the Storm Nymphs, 1903. From a private collection

The Festival, 1875. Creator: Edward John Poynter
The Festival, 1875

Whistler drawing Poynter; back view of a man seated at a table near a lighted lamp, 1860

The King at the Royal Amateur Orchestral Societys Smoking Concert at Queens Hall (litho)
1043564 The King at the Royal Amateur Orchestral Societys Smoking Concert at Queens Hall (litho) by Craig, Frank (1874-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir E. J. Poynter, P. R. A. 1877. Creator: Alphonse Legros
Sir E.J. Poynter, P.R.A. 1877

Sir Edward John Poynter, 1877. Creator: Alphonse Legros
Sir Edward John Poynter, 1877

The Bells of Saint Mark s, Venice, 1903. Creator: Edward John Poynter
The Bells of Saint Mark s, Venice, 1903

Portrait of Sir Edward John Poynter, 1877. Creator: Alphonse Legros
Portrait of Sir Edward John Poynter, 1877

Edward John Poynter, 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
Edward John Poynter, 1860s

January, decorative wall tiles, c1860s, (1881). Creator: J M Benson
January, decorative wall tiles, c1860s, (1881). Detail of interior decoration in the Grill Room (now the Poynter Room) of the South Kensington Museum

Apelles: design for a mosaic, c1864, (1881). Creator: Bernard Collier
Apelles: design for a mosaic, c1864, (1881). Design for a glass mosaic in the Kensington Valhalla at the South Kensington Museum (later renamed the Victoria & Albert Museum)

East Dining or Grill Room, c1860s, (1881). Creator: John Watkins
East Dining or Grill Room, c1860s, (1881). View showing the interior decoration in the Grill Room (now the Poynter Room) of the South Kensington Museum

Psyche in the Temple of Love, 1882, (c1915). Artist: Edward John Poynter
Psyche in the Temple of Love, 1882, (c1915). Held in the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. From Famous Pictures of the World, c1900

The Walls of Old England (Bude), c1886, (1914). Artist: Edward John Poynter
The Walls of Old England (Bude), c1886, (1914). From King Alberts Book. [The Daily Telegraph, London, 1914]

In the Sunshine, c1890. Artist: Edward John Poynter
In the Sunshine, c1890. From The Studio Volume 72. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1917-18]

Sir E Poynter, c1860-1910 (1924)Artist: Alphonse Legros
Sir E Poynter, c1860-1910 (1924). A print from A History of French Etching from the 16th Century to the Present Day, by F L Leipnik, John Lane the Bodley Head Limited, London, 1924

The Catapult, c1868. A Roman siege engine attacks the city of Carthage during the siege of 146 BC. Delenda est Carthago (Carthage must be destroyed) is carved into the wood. Hand-coloured later

Edward John Poynter, President of the Royal Academy, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Edward John Poynter, President of the Royal Academy, 1880. During a visit to Rome in 1853 he made the acquaintance of Lord Leighton, who encouraged him to study art futher

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Sir Edward John Poynter, a renowned artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite creations. Born on March 20, 1836, he embarked on a journey that would see him become one of Britain's most celebrated painters. In "The Ides of March" painted in 1883, Poynter showcases his mastery over historical subjects as he captures the tension and drama surrounding this fateful day. The attention to detail is awe-inspiring, transporting viewers back to ancient Rome. Another notable work by Poynter is "The Festival, " completed in 1875. This vibrant piece depicts a joyous celebration filled with music and dance. The colors leap off the canvas, immersing spectators into a world of merriment and revelry. A glimpse into Poynter's personal life can be seen through Whistler's drawing from 1860. Here we witness a back view of the artist himself seated at a table near a lighted lamp—a moment frozen in time that offers insight into his creative process. Poynter was not only an accomplished painter but also an active participant in cultural events like "The King at the Royal Amateur Orchestral Society's Smoking Concert. " This lithograph captures Sir E. J. Poynter amidst fellow musicians during this musical gathering—an occasion where artistry converged with camaraderie. His talent did not go unnoticed by contemporaries such as Alphonse Legros who immortalized Sir Edward John Poynter through portraiture multiple times. These portraits from 1877 showcase both Legros' skill as well as capturing different facets of Poynter's personality—his poise and intellectual depth shining through each brushstroke.