Thomas Malory Collection

Chapter heading depicting two peacocks in a garden with a fountain, c
985763 Chapter heading depicting two peacocks in a garden with a fountain, c.1893/4 (black ink, graphite) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); Private Collection; (add.info)

La Beale Isoud at Joyous Gard, illustration from Le Morte d Arthur, pub
STC101458 La Beale Isoud at Joyous Gard, illustration from Le Morte d Arthur, pub. 1894 (engraving) (b&w photo) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Title-Page Designed by Aubrey Beardsley for Messrs. J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, 1909, (1914). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Title-Page Designed by Aubrey Beardsley for Messrs. J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, 1909, (1914). Illustrated edition of Le Morte d Arthur (the death of Arthur) by Thomas Malory (c.1415-1471)

Illustration from Morte D Arthur, 1893-1894, (1923). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Illustration from Morte D Arthur, 1893-1894, (1923). Le Morte d Arthur is a reworking of traditional tales by Sir Thomas Malory about the legendary King Arthur

Merlin Taketh the Child Arthur into His Keeping, c1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Merlin Taketh the Child Arthur into His Keeping, c1893. An illustration for Sir Thomas Malory (d1471) reworking of Le Morte d Arthur

Excalibur being reclaimed by the Lady of the Lake, 1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Excalibur being reclaimed by the Lady of the Lake, 1893. A hand emerging from the lake to reclaim Excalibur, the sword which, according to legend

King Arthur and his knights setting out for the quest for the Holy Grail. King Arthur, page 129

Blind Goddess, fortune of her wheel, with King Arthur enthroned 1316

King Arthur on the horse of one of the rebels who claimed the throne

Lancelot tells his tales of the quest to King Arthur. Guinevere on the eve of the pentecost, Romance of the St Graal, 1316. King Arthur, page 49

Drawings Prints, Drawing, Long-haired, Woman, Front, Tall, Rosebushes, Chapter Heading
Drawings and Prints, Drawing, Long-haired Woman in Front of Tall Rosebushes (Chapter Heading, Thomas Malory, Le Morte d Arthur, J. M. Dent, 1893-4, Part IX, book xiii, chapter viii, p)

Young Woman Surrounded Briars Lightning Roses
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Praying Angels Poppies Border Design Thomas Malory
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Vision of the Holy Grail appearing at King Arthurs Court 1470

King Arthur and Guinevere sit and talk. Early 14th century. Guinevere was the Queen consort of King Arthur

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"Thomas Malory: A Tale of Legends and Artistry" Step into the enchanting world of Sir Thomas Malory, where hermaphrodites dance amongst roses in his timeless masterpiece "Le Morte d'Arthur. " In this 1894 lithograph, the delicate balance between beauty and mystery is captured flawlessly. As we turn the pages, a chapter heading reveals two majestic peacocks gracing a garden adorned with a mesmerizing fountain. The intricate details transport us to an era of chivalry and romance, leaving us yearning for more. In another illustration from "Le Morte d'Arthur, " La Beale Isoud finds solace at Joyous Gard. Published by J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd. , Aubrey Beardsley's artistic brilliance shines through on the title-page design from 1909-1914. His unique style adds depth to Malory's words, captivating our imagination further. Beardsley's illustrations continue to astound as we witness Merlin taking young Arthur under his wing in c1893. The ethereal scene depicts Excalibur being reclaimed by the Lady of the Lake, symbolizing destiny intertwining with magic. King Arthur himself embarks on a quest for the Holy Grail alongside his loyal knights in an awe-inspiring image found on page 129. This depiction showcases their unwavering determination against all odds. The blind goddess spins her wheel of fortune while King Arthur sits enthroned in yet another striking artwork on page 1316. Here, we witness power entangled with fate as legends unfold before our eyes. Lancelot shares tales of his heroic quests with King Arthur as Guinevere contemplates her choices on the eve of Pentecost - moments frozen in time that reveal both love's triumphs and tragedies. Through drawings and prints featuring long-haired women amidst rosebushes or surrounded by lightning-like roses, Malory's world comes alive.