Sir Edward John 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

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

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 19th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite creations. Born on the Ides of March in 1836, Poynter's talent and passion for art were evident from a young age. In 1877, Alphonse Legros captured Sir Edward John Poynter's essence through a captivating portrait. The painting exudes elegance and sophistication, reflecting the artist's refined taste and artistic prowess. During the 1860s, John & Charles Watkins immortalized Poynter in their lens. These photographs provide us with glimpses into his life during that era—a time when he was honing his skills and establishing himself as an influential figure in the art community. Poynter's creativity extended beyond traditional canvases; he also ventured into decorative wall tiles. In the c1860s, J M Benson crafted stunning January-themed tiles under Poynter's direction. These intricate designs showcase both his attention to detail and ability to transform everyday objects into works of art. Bernard Collier collaborated with Poynter on "Apelles: design for a mosaic" around 1864. This piece exemplifies their shared vision for creating breathtaking mosaics that would leave viewers awestruck by their beauty and grandeur. The East Dining or Grill Room is another testament to Sir Edward John Poynter's artistic genius. Captured by John Watkins in the c1860s, this photograph showcases an opulent space adorned with ornate decorations—an environment fit for royalty or those who appreciate fine craftsmanship. One of Poynter's notable masterpieces is "Israel in Egypt, " painted in 1867. This artwork captures biblical scenes with remarkable precision while infusing them with emotion—evidence of his ability to bring stories to life through paintbrush strokes.