Queene Collection

The Faerie Queene
The Queene on her throne

St George (d. c303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut)
536736 St George (d. c303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Patron saint of England, Catalonia, Genoa, Greece, Portugal)

Edmund Spenser, c. 1800-03 (tempera on canvas)
1772304 Edmund Spenser, c.1800-03 (tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 42x84 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info)

Knight of the Red Cross
Red Cross Knight, a fictional character, is the protagonist of Book I of The Faerie Queene (1590), an epic poem by Edmund Spenser

The British Valhalla -- Spensers Faerie Queene, a suggestion for the scheme to decorate the newly built Houses of Parliament with frescoes. Date: 1845

The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur, 1785-88 (oil on canvas)
3588566 The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur, 1785-88 (oil on canvas) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825); 100.5x106.9 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Swiss

The Court of Faerie, 1906 (gouache on paper)
CRT213826 The Court of Faerie, 1906 (gouache on paper) by Maybank, Thomas (fl.1898-1912); 33x25.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: poem by Michael Drayton (1563-1631) Nimphidia

Edmund Spenser, C. 1552 To 1599. English Poet. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

The Red Cross Knight. From The First Edition Of The Fairy Queene, 1590

Edmund Spenser Circa 1552 To 1599 English Poet Laureate Author Of The Faerie Queene. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Spenser Irish Home
Edmund Spensers home at Kilcoman Castle, Ireland where the Faerie Queene was created. It was burnt down during Tyrones rebellion, 1597. Date: 16TH CENTURY

St George (dc303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon. Perhaps Roman centurion beheaded near modern Tel Aviv. Patron saint of England, Catalonia, Genoa, Greece, Portugal, Russia, Venice

cartoon in the period following the visit of Francois, Duke of Anjou to Queen Elizabeth s
cartoon in the period following the visit of Francois, Duke of Anjou to Queen Elizabeths court in 1581-82. caption: Not longe time since I sawe a cowe Did Flaunders represente Upon whose backe King

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The Faerie Queene = poem by Edmund Spenser

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"Queene: A Journey Through the Enchanting World of Edmund Spenser's Faerie Queene" Step into the captivating realm of "The Faerie Queene, " a timeless masterpiece by Edmund Spenser. Painted with exquisite detail, c. 1800-03, this tempera on canvas transports us to a land where chivalry and virtue reign supreme. At the heart of this epic poem lies the Knight of the Red Cross, embarking on a heroic quest through trials and tribulations. The British Valhalla pays homage to Spenser's enduring legacy, immortalizing his characters in art for generations to come. In "The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur, " painted between 1785-88, oil on canvas brings forth an ethereal vision as we witness the mystical encounter between royalty and destiny. This enchanting scene captures our imagination and invites us to explore further. "The Court of Faerie, " depicted in 1906 using gouache on paper, unveils an intricate tapestry of magical beings dancing amidst lush landscapes. It beckons us into its vibrant hues while whispering tales from distant lands. Spenser's Irish home serves as inspiration for his poetic genius; it is here that he crafted "The Faerie Queene. " His words transcend time and continue to captivate readers even today. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary published in 1825 emerges a portrait of Edmund Spenser himself - C. 1552 To 1599 - an English poet whose pen wove together dreams and reality within "The Faerie Queene. " "The Red Cross Knight, " showcased in the first edition of this legendary work from 1590, embodies bravery against all odds. With each stroke of ink upon parchment, Spenser breathes life into his valiant creation. Edmund Spenser Circa 1552 To 1599 English Poet Laureate Author Of The Faerie Queene stands tall among the literary giants.