The Cloister And The Hearth Collection

Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (litho)
6020442 Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (litho) by Hewerdine, Matt Bede (1868-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Oh Sir, oh my Lord)

Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (litho)
6020445 Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (litho) by Hewerdine, Matt Bede (1868-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gerard flew right at him)

Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (litho)
6020441 Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (litho) by Hewerdine, Matt Bede (1868-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lighted astride his high horse)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho)
5992044 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: He sank on his knees)

Margaret... Gliding her Body Forward like a Snake
LLM461414 Margaret... Gliding her Body Forward like a Snake by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margaret... Gliding her Body Forward like a Snake)

Forbear, he cried
LLM461413 Forbear, he cried by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Forbear, he cried. Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (Chambers)

Oh, Holy Man, Mercy
LLM461412 Oh, Holy Man, Mercy! by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oh, Holy Man, Mercy)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho)
5992066 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho)
5992079 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho) by Hardy, Paul (19th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho)
5992068 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Rope! the Rope! It is going up the Rope
LLM461430 The Rope! the Rope! It is going up the Rope by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rope! the Rope! It is going up the Rope)

Come, Bon Bec, by Thy White Gills, i have not Forgotten my Trade
LLM461419 Come, Bon Bec, by Thy White Gills, i have not Forgotten my Trade by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Come, Bon Bec, by Thy White Gills)

The Habitual Expression of her Face was a Sweet Pensiveness
LLM461431 The Habitual Expression of her Face was a Sweet Pensiveness by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

You are my Prisoner
LLM461424 You are my Prisoner by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: You are my Prisoner)

Am i not Burgomaster? How can ye be Hanged?
LLM461423 Am i not Burgomaster? How can ye be Hanged? by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Am i not Burgomaster? How can ye be Hanged)

Ghysbrecht Van Swieten seated on his Mule
LLM461427 Ghysbrecht Van Swieten seated on his Mule by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ghysbrecht Van Swieten seated on his Mule)

A Figure the Heathens might have Worshipped
LLM461418 A Figure the Heathens might have Worshipped by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Figure the Heathens might have Worshipped)

Denys took down his Crossbow and Pretended to Shoot them
LLM461420 Denys took down his Crossbow and Pretended to Shoot them by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Denys took down his Crossbow and Pretended to Shoot them)

Why do ye Hesitate?
LLM461416 Why do ye Hesitate? by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Why do ye Hesitate)

Denys Louted Low
LLM461428 Denys Louted Low by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Denys Louted Low. Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (Chambers)

Foolish Child, who seeks thy Girlish Secrets?
LLM461421 Foolish Child, who seeks thy Girlish Secrets? by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foolish Child, who seeks thy Girlish Secrets)

She Raised her Head Slowly, and Peered at him through her Mask
LLM461415 She Raised her Head Slowly, and Peered at him through her Mask by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: She Raised her Head Slowly)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho)
5992055 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: All three together, hand in hand)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho)
5992050 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho)
5992075 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (litho) by Hardy, Paul (19th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Come, wife)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho)
5992057 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho)
5992069 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The story, and the jest)

Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho)
5992060 Illustration for The Cloister and The Hearth by Charles Reade (colour litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Oh)

Then Down he went
LLM461429 Then Down he went by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Then Down he went. Illustration for The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade (Chambers)

Presently they Crept out Shivering into the Rain
LLM461426 Presently they Crept out Shivering into the Rain by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Presently they Crept out Shivering into the Rain)

Blowing them Kisses
LLM461425 Blowing them Kisses by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blowing them Kisses)

Began to Pray Piteously to her for Pardon
LLM461422 Began to Pray Piteously to her for Pardon by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Began to Pray Piteously to her for Pardon)

Now, Good Youth, Thou Art Count Detstein
LLM461417 Now, Good Youth, Thou Art Count Detstein by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Now, Good Youth, Thou Art Count Detstein)

Charles Reade, 1814 - 1884. English novelist and dramatist. From The International Library of Famous Literature, published c. 1900

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"The Cloister and the Hearth: A Journey Through Love, Faith, and Redemption" In this captivating tale by Charles Reade, we are transported to a world of medieval Europe where love and faith intertwine in unexpected ways. The vivid illustrations bring the story to life, capturing the essence of each character's journey. One such illustration depicts Margaret, gliding her body forward like a snake. Her determination shines through as she faces countless obstacles on her path towards true love. Another scene shows a holy man pleading for mercy, highlighting the moral dilemmas faced by those torn between their religious beliefs and personal desires. The contrasting litho prints showcase both the darkness and light that permeate throughout the narrative. From moments of despair to instances of hope, these illustrations beautifully capture the emotional depth of each character's struggle. Amidst all this turmoil is a reminder of humanity's capacity for compassion. In one image, Bon Bec is urged to remember his trade while being held by his white gills - an act that symbolizes forgiveness and second chances. As tensions rise within this gripping tale, an unforgettable climax unfolds before our eyes. The rope ascends ominously into the sky as characters desperately cling onto it for dear life, and is here that we witness courage in its purest form - individuals facing their fears head-on with unwavering determination. Through its vibrant litho prints and compelling storyline, "The Cloister and The Hearth" invites readers on an extraordinary adventure filled with passion, sacrifice, and ultimately redemption. Charles Reade masterfully crafts a narrative that explores timeless themes still relevant today – reminding us all that even amidst chaos there lies an opportunity for growth and transformation.