Villain Collection

DOYLE: SHERLOCK HOLMES. Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty locked in mortal combat at the Reichenbach Falls. Wood engraving after a drawing by Sidney Paget from the Strand magazine for Sir Arthur

Peter Cushing
PETER WILTON CUSHING British actor famous for appearing in Hammer Horror films, in Star Wars and as a cinematic Dr Who, pictured as Sir Palomides in the film, The Black Knight

Long John Silver / Parrot
For generations of readers, the archetypal pirate is Long John Silver, the devious and malevolent villain of Robert Louis Stevensons Treasure Island - parrot and all !

Cymbeline - title page - Iachimo emerges from the trunk as Imogen sleeps. 1862

Bulldog Drummond / Sapper
Bound he may be, but in a moment the square-jawed hero will rescue the girl from the evil clutches of the villain

FLASH GORDON, 1936. The Emperor Ming, played by Charles Middleton

Lupino Lane in Pirates beware, 1928
SILENT FILM STILL: PIRATES. Lupino Lane in Pirates beware, 1928

DOYLE: SHERLOCK HOLMES. Sherlock Holmes (left) concludes an interview with the Napoleon of crime, Professor Moriarty. Wood engraving after a drawing by Sidney Paget for Sir Arthur Conan Doyles The

SILENT FILM STILL: PIRATES. Lupino Lane in Pirates Beware, 1928

Caricature of Edgar Bruce, actor-manager
Caricature of Tom Mead (1821-1889), English actor, frequently cast as the villain because of his deep voice. In 1882 he played the role of the Apothecary in Henry Irvings production of Romeo

A 15th Century French villain
5616092 A 15th Century French villain; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a 15th Century French villain. Dated 15th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

King Richard III taking Richard, Duke of York from his mother's arms, 1860 (engraving)
1579554 King Richard III taking Richard, Duke of York from his mother's arms, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of King Richard III taking Richard, Duke of York from his mother's arms)

Montague Tigg (colour litho)
2775605 Montague Tigg (colour litho) by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montague Tigg from Martin Chuzzlewit, by Charles Dickens)

Robert Macaire philantrope, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Robert Macaire philantrope, 19th century. Robert Macaire, philanthropist

Réglement de comptes, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Reglement de comptes, 19th century. Settlement of accounts

Robert Macaire commis-voyageur, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Robert Macaire commis-voyageur, 19th century. Robert Macaire travelling clerk

Argument irrésistible, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Argument irresistible, 19th century

Robert Macaire commissionnaire, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Robert Macaire commissionnaire, 19th century

Robert Macaire professeur de français, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Robert Macaire professeur de francais, 19th century. Robert Macaire, French professor

Macaire Hértier-Philantrope, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Macaire Hertier-Philantrope, 19th century

Qu'as-tu donc, Robert?... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Qu'as-tu donc, Robert?... 19th century. What have you done Robert?

Robert Macaire Directeur, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Robert Macaire Directeur, 19th century. Robert Macaire Director

Robert Macaire banquier et juré, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Robert Macaire banquier et jure, 19th century. Robert Macaire banker and juror

Oui, monsieur, vous voyez en moi une victime, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Oui, monsieur, vous voyez en moi une victime, 19th century. Robert Macaire - Yes, sir, you see in me a victim

Dis donc, Macaire, qué que c'est que c'thé... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Dis donc, Macaire, que que c'est que c'the... 19th century. Robert Macaire - Goodness, Macaire, what is it?

Une querelle d'allemand, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Une querelle d'allemand, 19th century. A German quarrel

Le scelerat Damiens, 1757. Creator: Gabriel de Saint-Aubin
Le scelerat Damiens, 1757

The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Watanabe no Tsuna in the Play Shitenno Tonoi no... c. 1781. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Watanabe no Tsuna in the Play Shitenno Tonoi no Kisewata, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1781, Japan, c. 1781

The Actor Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Asahina no Sabura in the Play Tsukisenu Haru Hagoromo... c. 1777. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Asahina no Sabura in the Play Tsukisenu Haru Hagoromo Soga, Performed at the Ichimura Theater in the First Month, 1777, Japan, c. 1777

The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Izu no Jiro Disguised as Kemmaku no Sabu in the Play... c. 1769. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Izu no Jiro Disguised as Kemmaku no Sabu in the Play Edo-zakura Sono Omokage, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Fifth Month, 1769, Japan, c. 1769

The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Osada no Taro (?) in the Play Ima o Sakari Suehiro Genji... c. 1768. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Osada no Taro (?) in the Play Ima o Sakari Suehiro Genji (?), Performed at the Nakamura Theater (?) in the Eleventh Month, 1768 (?), Japan, c. 1768

The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro V as Momonoi Wakasanosuke Yasuchika (?) in the Play... c. 1771. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro V as Momonoi Wakasanosuke Yasuchika (?) in the Play Kanadehon Chushingura (?), Performed at the Nakamura Theater (?) in the Fifth Month, 1771 (?), Japan, c. 1771

The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Kusunoki Masayuki Disguised as Uji no Joetsu, in the Play... c 1780. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Kusunoki Masayuki Disguised as Uji no Joetsu, in the Play Go Taiheiki Shirishi-banashi, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Fourth Month, 1780, Japan, c. 1780

Villain, Thou Diest, plate ten from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
Villain, Thou Diest, plate ten from Othello, 1844

The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I in the Role of an Evil Courtier, Probably Prince Takahito... c. 1775. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I in the Role of an Evil Courtier, Probably Prince Takahito, Illegitimate Son of Emperor Takakura, Disguised as Aso no Matsuwaka

Villain, Thou Diest, plate ten from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
Villain, Thou Diest, plate ten from Othello, 1844

Villain, Thou Diest, plate ten from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
Villain, Thou Diest, plate ten from Othello, 1844

Monster Carrying Limp Woman
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Richard Burton filming Brighton, Sussex. The film is called Villain. Richard Burton co-stars with Ian McShane T. P. McKenna Donald Sinden Nigel Davenport Richard Burton spent today on Brighton Pier

Darth Vader paid a visit to Hinckley in August 1983. The character from Star Wars was at the Wightmans store to meet and greet people and sign autographs

The Babes in the Wood, pantomime, Theatre Royal, York
The Babes in the Wood, pantomime, at the Theatre Royal, York. circa 1915

Nikki Danjo Naonori Changing into a Rat, 1865. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Nikki Danjo Naonori Changing into a Rat, 1865. Series: One Hundred Ghost Tales from China and Japan

Theatre Villains, Old Style and New Style Date: 1863

Theatre Villains, The Smuggler, Ideal and Real Date: 1863

Theatre Villains, Shakespeare's King Richard III, 1832 and 1862 Date: 1863

Uriah Heep, law clerk in David Copperfield
Uriah Heep, law clerk in the novel David Copperfield (1849-1850) by Charles Dickens. Date: 1884

Emma Peel dispatching a villain as John Steed admires her handiwork, from The Avengers action TV series, (played by Diana Rigg and Patrick McNee). Date: 1973

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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.