Villain Collection (page 10)

Portrait of Francois Villain, Pieter van Schuppen, Lucas Franchoys II, 1649 - 1702

George Smith (1777-1836) as Schampt in The Woodmans Hut by W
BAL13502 George Smith (1777-1836) as Schampt in The Woodmans Hut by W.H. Arnold at the Drury Lane Theatre, 1816-17 (w/c on paper) by Wilde

EDWIN BOOTH: IAGO, 1863. Edwin Booth (1833-1893) as Iago in William Shakespeares Othello. Oil on canvas, 1863, by Thomas Hicks

Silent Film Still
SILENT FILM STILL

Tough guy showing thumb up, (B&W), close-up, portrait, low angle view

A 1928 American magazine cartoon following the news of the ordering of an additional one thousand U. S
NICARAGUA CARTOON, 1928. A 1928 American magazine cartoon following the news of the ordering of an additional one thousand U.S. Marines to Nicaragua by President Calvin Coolidge

BANK ROBBER, 1890. A thief in a New York bank. Wood engraving, American, 1890

BANK SNATCHER, 1890. A thief in a New York bank. Wood engraving, American, 1890

WOMAN WITH PISTOL, 1879. The value of a pistol. A villainous tramp repulsed by a young lady at Mayville, Illinois. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1879

Enter the Villain by Sala
A fashionably dressed 1920s flapper finds that her new-found confidence is sorely tested by the appearance of a small mouse. Date: 1927

Picking up a girl at the Bristol skating rink -- a woman has slipped on the ice, and a man takes the opportunity to pick her up

Book / Time Device
ZAGRIBUD (John Russell Fearn) The Time Device allows the hero and heroine - but also the villain ! - to move in a fourth dimension... Date: 1937

Silent Film Still: Beard

DAMSEL IN DISTRESS, 1913. A damsel in serious distress. Oil over a still from an American silent movie of 1913

BORIS KARLOFF (1887-1969). Psuedonym of William Henry Pratt. American (English-born) actor. In the role of Dr. Hoehner in the 1944 film, The Climax

Silent Film Still: Beards

British Ballad, Frennet Hall
FRENNET HALL. Contemporary British ballad based on the older original ballad The Fire of Frendraught which detail the deliberate burning down of Frendraught Castle in 1630 The details of

Darth Vader in Cornwall
Darth Vader turns up in Cornwall and chats with a group of puzzled looking boys. Perhaps his spaceship took a wrong turning and he is having to ask the way

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In the realm of literature and film, villains have always captivated our imagination with their cunning and malevolence. From the iconic showdown between Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty at the treacherous Reichenbach Falls to Long John Silver's devious schemes alongside his loyal parrot, these characters have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. Peter Cushing's portrayal of various villains brought a chilling intensity to each role he inhabited. Whether it was embodying the enigmatic Sherlock Holmes or delving into the depths of darkness as Professor Moriarty, Cushing's performances were nothing short of mesmerizing. Bulldog Drummond, created by Sapper, introduced us to another captivating villain in his thrilling adventures. With an air of sophistication and cunning intellect, this antagonist kept readers on edge as they followed Drummond's relentless pursuit for justice. The Emperor Ming from "Flash Gordon" stands out as a quintessential villain who relished in his wickedness. Charles Middleton brought this character to life with such charisma that audiences couldn't help but be both terrified and fascinated by him. Shakespeare also had his fair share of memorable villains; one such example is found in "Cymbeline. " The title page alone hints at the presence of a formidable antagonist whose actions drive much of the play's conflict. Silent films too had their own brand of villainy, with Lupino Lane leaving audiences enthralled in "Pirates Beware. " Through physical comedy and expressive gestures, Lane showcased how even comedic they can leave a lasting impression. Caricatures like Edgar Bruce added yet another layer to theatrical villainy. These actors-manager hybrids not only played dastardly roles but also managed theaters themselves – blurring lines between fiction and reality while captivating audiences all over again. Whether it be through literature or theater, old-style or new-style portrayals, villains continue to fascinate us with their complexity.