Recitation Collection

Guests celebrating a marriage in Ancient Greece, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432456 Guests celebrating a marriage in Ancient Greece, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Guests celebrating a marriage in Ancient Greece)

"A Humorous Recitation";from the picture by Knut Ekwall, 1890. Creator: Knut Ekwall
" A Humorous Recitation" ; from the picture by Knut Ekwall, 1890

Sketches at a Temperance Music Hall (engraving)
1054210 Sketches at a Temperance Music Hall (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at a Temperance Music Hall, the Great Central Hall, Bishopsgate)

A Christmas Entertainment at Guys Hospital (litho)
1038185 A Christmas Entertainment at Guys Hospital (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Christmas Entertainment at Guys Hospital)

Mr David Garrick reciting the Ode, in honour of William Shakespeare at the jubilee at Stratford (engraving)
583925 Mr David Garrick reciting the Ode, in honour of William Shakespeare at the jubilee at Stratford (engraving) by English School

A recitation (engraving)
3635368 A recitation (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A recitation. Illustration for Illustrations of School Classics arranged and described by G F Hill)

Albanian Soldier and Rhapsodos (Rhapsode or Bard, performer of epic poetry). 1832

The Czar and Czaritsa at Versailles, Their Imperial Majesties listening to a Recitation by Madame Sarah Bernhardt
1051079 The Czar and Czaritsa at Versailles, Their Imperial Majesties listening to a Recitation by Madame Sarah Bernhardt (engraving) by English School

A Village Entertainment (engraving)
1622969 A Village Entertainment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Village Entertainment. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 December 1884)

A Recitation at a Christmas Entertainment (litho)
1040071 A Recitation at a Christmas Entertainment (litho) by Read, Edward (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Recitation at a Christmas Entertainment)

Recitation of The Sick Dolly, Flint Street School, Southwark, London, 1908. Children perform a recitation in the school hall during their drama lesson

Students in a one-room school, 1800s
Young orator in a village public school, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Students reciting in a one-room school, 1800s
Pupils reciting poetry in a one-room school, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Concert (oil on canvas)
XIR42098 The Concert (oil on canvas) by Tournier, Nicolas (1590-1638/9); 188x226 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Lourdes - Recitation of the rosary at the Grotto

Myth / Arabian Nights
Scheherazade, Dinarzade and the Sultan

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"Captivating the Audience: The Art through Time" From the lively halls of a Temperance Music Hall to the grand jubilee at Stratford, it has always held a special place in our hearts. In this captivating journey, we explore the diverse facets of this timeless art form. Step back into 1890 with Knut Ekwall's humorous recitation captured in his delightful sketch. Laughter fills the air as performers bring characters to life, enthralling their audience with wit and charm. Engravings transport us to Guys Hospital during Christmas festivities. A heartwarming scene unfolds as patients gather for an entertainment filled with joyous recitations that uplift spirits and spread cheer throughout the halls. In another engraving, Mr. David Garrick takes center stage, honoring William Shakespeare through a powerful ode. His eloquent delivery resonates deeply within all who witness it, paying homage to one of literature's greatest icons. Across distant lands, Albanian Soldier and Rhapsodos unite through their shared love for storytelling. Their passionate recitations captivate listeners' imaginations and bridge cultural divides by weaving tales that transcend borders. Even royalty succumbs to its enchantment; at Versailles, Madame Sarah Bernhardt mesmerizes Czar Nicholas II and Czaritsa Alexandra with her spellbinding performance. Through her words alone, she transports them on an emotional journey beyond palace walls. The village square comes alive in yet another engraving where community members gather for an evening of merriment. Recitations fill the air as locals share stories passed down from generation to generation – connecting souls through shared experiences. Fast forward to Flint Street School in Southwark during 1908; young voices echo off classroom walls as students passionately recite "The Sick Dolly. " Their innocent enthusiasm reminds us that even amidst challenging times, art can provide solace and inspiration. Traveling further back in time reveals one-room schools in the 1800s.