Robert Barnes Collection

A widower grieving at the deathbed of his wife, 1850
3478323 A widower grieving at the deathbed of his wife, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a widower grieving at the deathbed of his wife. Illustrated by Robert Barnes (1864-1875)

Blind Matthew, 1850
3478679 Blind Matthew, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting blind Matthew, illustrated by Robert Barnes (1864-1875). Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Blessed to Give, 1850
3478243 Blessed to Give, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration titled 'Blessed to Give'. Illustrated by Robert Barnes (1840-1895). Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An estranged mother and son reconciled in a hospital ward after her son became an amputee as a result of an accident
3478178 An estranged mother and son reconciled in a hospital ward after her son became an amputee as a result of an accident

Engraving depicting a mother sitting by her son's bedside after he has had his legs amputated
5309442 Engraving depicting a mother sitting by her son's bedside after he has had his legs amputated; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a mother sitting by her son's bedside after he has had)

'A Christening in the Chapel of the Foundling Hospital, 1891. Creator: Robert Barnes
'A Christening in the Chapel of the Foundling Hospital, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

'Grandmothers Visit to "The Childrens Garden", 1890. Creator: Robert Barnes
'Grandmothers Visit to "The Childrens Garden", 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

'Helping Gardener"; after Robert Barnes, R.W.S. 1890. Creator: Unknown
'Helping Gardener"; after Robert Barnes, R.W.S. 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "I have done wrong in coming to ee", 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

'The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "Elizabeth, my child, come and hearken to what we are talking about", 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33

'The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "Lucetta's eyes were straight upon the spectacle of the uncanny revel", 1886. From "The Graphic

The Mayor of Casterbridge. By Thomas Hardy, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "Now", said Henchard between his gasps, "Your life is in my hands", 1886. From "The Graphic

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "Well, Lucetta, I've a bit of news for ye", 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Henchard turned slightly, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Henchard turned slightly, and saw that the comer was Jopp, his old foreman, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. She has gone on with Mr Henchard, you say, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. She has gone on with Mr Henchard, you say, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. In answer to the knock, Fall came to the door candle in hand, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. She knelt down on the hearth, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. She knelt down on the hearth and took her friend's hands, 1886 From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. The Man before her was not Henchard, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. The Man before her was not Henchard, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Did you do it or didn't you?, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Did you do it or didn't you?, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge. Don't cry--Don't cry. By Thomas Hardy, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge. Don't cry--Don't cry. By Thomas Hardy, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. A dance with Elizabeth Jane, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. A dance with Elizabeth Jane, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Somebody wanting to see us both, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Somebody wanting to see us both, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. I don't drink now, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. I don't drink now, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Young Farfrae, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Young Farfrae, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

'The Central Criminal Court - New Court, Old Bailey, 1891, 1891. Creator: Robert Barnes
'The Central Criminal Court - New Court, Old Bailey, 1891, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

'"A Merry - Go - Round on the Ice" after Robert Barnes, R.W.S., 1890. Creator: Robert Barnes
'"A Merry - Go - Round on the Ice"; after Robert Barnes, R.W.S., 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

'The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday, September 19, 1891, 1891. Creator: Robert Barnes
'The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday, September 19, 1891, 1891. Water Bicycles on the Lake in the Central Park, New York. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44

The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy. Tis he!, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy. Tis he!, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy. The hag, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy. The hag, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. The turnip hoer, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. The turnip hoer, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Cousin Isidor, Drawn by Robert Barnes

COUSIN ISIDOR: One morning, at their early breakfast, Dr. Fairford said to his wife
COUSIN ISIDOR: " One morning, at their early breakfast, Dr. Fairford said to his wife, Your cousin begins to find it very dull here, Eliza. " DRAWN BY ROBERT BARNES

COUSIN ISIDOR: One morning, at their early breakfast, Dr. Fairford said to his wife
COUSIN ISIDOR: " One morning, at their early breakfast, Dr. Fairford said to his wife, Your cousin begins to find it very dull here, Eliza. " DRAWN BY ROBERT BARNES

Cousin Isidor, Drawn by Robert Barnes

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"Robert Barnes: A Master of Illustrating Thomas Hardy's Classic, The Mayor of Casterbridge" Step into the world of Thomas Hardy's masterpiece, The Mayor of Casterbridge, and you'll find yourself captivated by the stunning illustrations brought to life by none other than Robert Barnes. With his intricate drawings, Barnes transports readers back to 1886, immersing them in a tale filled with love, tragedy, and redemption. In one illustration titled "Tis he. ", we see the iconic moment when Michael Henchard is revealed as the mayor himself. Barnes skillfully captures Henchard's mix of pride and vulnerability as he stands before his townspeople, and is a pivotal scene that sets the stage for the dramatic events that follow. Another notable piece is "The hag, " where Barnes depicts Lucetta Templeman in all her beauty and complexity. Through his artistry, he manages to convey both her allure and inner turmoil as she becomes entangled in a web of secrets and desires. Barnes also showcases his talent in capturing everyday moments that add depth to Hardy's narrative. In "The turnip hoer, " we witness an ordinary laborer immersed in his work—a reminder that amidst grand dramas unfold smaller stories that shape our lives. Beyond The Mayor of Casterbridge illustrations, Robert Barnes leaves us with glimpses into other worlds through works like "Cousin Isidor. " This drawing reveals another facet of his artistic range as he brings characters from different tales to life on paper. Through these enchanting visuals created by Robert Barnes over a century ago, we are transported back to a time when literature was intertwined with visual storytelling. His ability to capture emotions within each stroke makes him an unforgettable contributor to Thomas Hardy's legacy. So let us celebrate this talented artist who breathed life into Hardy's words—Robert Barnes—the man behind those evocative images forever etched in our minds.