William Heath Robinson Collection

An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). Artist: W Heath Robinson
An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). From The Wonder Book of Aircraft for Boys and Girls, edited by Harry Golding. [Ward. Lock & Co. Limited, London, Melbourne and Toronto, 1919]

Cricket for the Middle-Aged (litho)
5217819 Cricket for the Middle-Aged (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket for the Middle-Aged)

Laying the foundation stone of the projected new structure to replace Waterloo Bridge (litho)
1090673 Laying the foundation stone of the projected new structure to replace Waterloo Bridge (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)
5210148 Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The building of Saltash Bridge)

Two Rogues Calling Themselves Weavers Made Their Appearance, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
Two Rogues Calling Themselves Weavers Made Their Appearance, c1930. An illustration from The Emperors New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

The Nile Flood Had Retired, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
The Nile Flood Had Retired, c1930. An illustration from The Marsh Kings Daughter by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

And The Cat Said, Can You Purr?, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
And The Cat Said, Can You Purr?, c1930. An illustration from The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

The only way out of an Awkward Predicament (litho)
1090675 The only way out of an Awkward Predicament (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The only way out of an Awkward Predicament)

Illustration from the childrens book The Adventures of Uncle Lubin, 1902. Artist: W Heath Robinson
Illustration from the childrens book The Adventures of Uncle Lubin, 1902. From a private collection

Flat life, how the tenant of the top flat can enjoy all the amenities of a back garden (litho)
1090695 Flat life, how the tenant of the top flat can enjoy all the amenities of a back garden (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flat life)

Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)
5210108 Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: An old-fashioned method of testing the speed of engines)

The Little Robber-Maiden, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
The Little Robber-Maiden, c1930. An illustration from The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

When the young man have fallen at his feet, the Sultan held him by the hand, c1930. From " Stories from the Arabian Nights". [Nelson, c1930]

I Must Venture to the Churchyard, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
I Must Venture to the Churchyard, c1930. An illustration from The Wild Swans by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

Hoisting the Chaperone (litho)
1090688 Hoisting the Chaperone (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoisting the Chaperone)

Interesting treatment of cattle on an argentine stock farm to make the meat tender and soft before killing (litho)
1090703 Interesting treatment of cattle on an argentine stock farm to make the meat tender and soft before killing (litho) by Robinson

How it was that Sir Galahad came to think he had been suddenly transported to an enchanted forest (colour litho)
7156992 How it was that Sir Galahad came to think he had been suddenly transported to an enchanted forest (colour litho) by Robinson

But I m too old and you re too young
3781059 But I m too old and you re too young by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); (add.info.: But I m too old and you re too young, illustration by W Heath Robinson (1872 - 1944)

A Solo on the Triangle (litho)
5217825 A Solo on the Triangle (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Solo on the Triangle)

A Home-Made Japanese Fiddle (litho)
5217820 A Home-Made Japanese Fiddle (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Home-Made Japanese Fiddle)

An Effective Wasp Gun (litho)
5217808 An Effective Wasp Gun (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Effective Wasp Gun)

Maintaining a Guy Fawkes Bonfire Under Difficulties (litho)
5217804 Maintaining a Guy Fawkes Bonfire Under Difficulties (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maintaining a Guy Fawkes Bonfire Under Difficulties)

When the Kitchen Chimney Catches Fire (litho)
5217801 When the Kitchen Chimney Catches Fire (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: When the Kitchen Chimney Catches Fire)

Demonstrating to the Wife a New Method of Frittering a Banana by Electricity (litho)
5217754 Demonstrating to the Wife a New Method of Frittering a Banana by Electricity (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hear-say (litho)
5224792 Hear-say (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hear-say. Illustration for The Works of Rabelais illustrated by W Heath Robinson (Navarre Society)

Lets go back (litho)
5224790 Lets go back (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lets go back. Illustration for The Works of Rabelais illustrated by W Heath Robinson)

The officer had his hands full (litho)
5224789 The officer had his hands full (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The officer had his hands full)

He was a little quear old fellow (litho)
5224780 He was a little quear old fellow (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: He was a little quear old fellow)

Epistemon (litho)
5224776 Epistemon (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Epistemon. Illustration for The Works of Rabelais illustrated by W Heath Robinson (Navarre Society)

He also caus d to be bought three fine young unicorns (litho)
5224762 He also caus d to be bought three fine young unicorns (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: He also caus d to be bought three fine young unicorns)

Pierce into the high aerian clouds (litho)
5224757 Pierce into the high aerian clouds (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierce into the high aerian clouds)

This amicable disposition of his rendred him venerable, and of great estimation (litho)
5224752 This amicable disposition of his rendred him venerable, and of great estimation (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

I do advise thee to nothing, (my dear friend Panurge) which I would not do my self (litho)
5224747 I do advise thee to nothing, (my dear friend Panurge) which I would not do my self (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: I do advise thee to nothing)

O the terrible Coyl that they keep! (litho)
5224746 O the terrible Coyl that they keep! (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: O the terrible Coyl that they keep)

Never was man more glad than I was then (litho)
5224742 Never was man more glad than I was then (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Never was man more glad than I was then)

Who lendeth nothing is an ugly and wicked creature (litho)
5224735 Who lendeth nothing is an ugly and wicked creature (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Who lendeth nothing is an ugly and wicked creature)

All very busily employed in seeking of rustie pins (litho)
5224732 All very busily employed in seeking of rustie pins (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: All very busily employed in seeking of rustie pins)

To one I gave a hundred florins (litho)
5224723 To one I gave a hundred florins (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: To one I gave a hundred florins)

As lean as a rake (litho)
5224718 As lean as a rake (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: As lean as a rake)

He caused to be honourably buried in Black-soile-valley (litho)
5224711 He caused to be honourably buried in Black-soile-valley (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

And laid all level with the ground (litho)
5224706 And laid all level with the ground (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: And laid all level with the ground)

Master Jobelin Bride (litho)
5224701 Master Jobelin Bride (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Master Jobelin Bride)

He would fall into an extasie (litho)
5224699 He would fall into an extasie (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: He would fall into an extasie)

Many are at this day Dukes on the earth whose extraction is from some porters and pardon-pedlars (litho)
5224695 Many are at this day Dukes on the earth whose extraction is from some porters and pardon-pedlars (litho) by Robinson

How to Dispose of What is Left Over of the Brides Cake (litho)
5217787 How to Dispose of What is Left Over of the Brides Cake (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to Dispose of What is Left Over of the Brides Cake)

Gents Bathing-Suit for Evening Wear (litho)
5217733 Gents Bathing-Suit for Evening Wear (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gents Bathing-Suit for Evening Wear)

Illustration for Don Quixote (litho)
3630529 Illustration for Don Quixote (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Adventures of Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel De Cervantes)

Illustration for Don Quixote (litho)
3630505 Illustration for Don Quixote (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Adventures of Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel De Cervantes)

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William Heath Robinson was a renowned British artist and illustrator known for his whimsical and imaginative works. His illustrations often depicted fantastical scenarios, showcasing his unique sense of humor and creativity. In "Flat life, " one of his lithographs, Robinson ingeniously portrays how the tenant of the top flat can enjoy all the amenities of a back garden. With his clever use of perspective and intricate details, he brings to life an unconventional living arrangement that is both practical and amusing. Another notable work by Robinson is "Illustration for Railway Ribaldry. " This lithograph showcases his ability to capture the essence of a scene with precision and wit. The illustration transports viewers into a world where trains become characters in their own right, engaging in humorous situations that leave you chuckling. Robinson's talent extends beyond mere visual storytelling; he also had a knack for envisioning future possibilities. In "An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, " created around 1918-1919, he presents an extraordinary cricket match taking place high up in the sky. This imaginative piece demonstrates Robinson's ability to blend reality with fantasy seamlessly. His versatility as an artist shines through in works like "Two Rogues Calling Themselves Weavers Made Their Appearance" and "The Nile Flood Had Retired. " These pieces showcase his skillful use of line work, attention to detail, and ability to create captivating narratives within single images. Robinson's illustrations were not limited to adults; he also enchanted young readers with delightful imagery in books such as "The Adventures of Uncle Lubin. " Through this children's book illustration from 1902, we see Robinson's playful style come alive as he brings Uncle Lubin's adventures vividly to life on each page. Cricket enthusiasts will appreciate Robinson's depiction of "Cricket for the Middle-Aged. " With humor woven into every stroke, this lithograph captures both the absurdity and charm found within this beloved sport.