Romola Collection

Tessa at Home. From George Eliots Romola, 1862-63, (1923). Artist: Frederic Leighton
Tessa at Home. From George Eliots Romola, 1862-63, (1923). Romola (1862-63) is a historical novel by George Eliot set in the fifteenth century

The Visible Madonna (engraving)
2812132 The Visible Madonna (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Visible Madonna)

Film based on George Eliots Romola (b / w photo)
5995795 Film based on George Eliots Romola (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Film based on George Eliots Romola)

Lilian Gish, American actress and film star (b / w photo)
979347 Lilian Gish, American actress and film star (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lilian Gish, American actress and film star)

Romola (engraving)
1037854 Romola (engraving) by Leighton, Edmund Blair (1853-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romola. Illustration for The Graphic)

Romola (engraving)
1045947 Romola (engraving) by Leighton, Edmund Blair (1853-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romola. Illustration for The Graphic)

Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (engraving)
2808262 Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (engraving) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (Smith, Elder)

Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (engraving)
2808260 Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (engraving) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (Smith, Elder)

Romola (engraving)
2812134 Romola (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romola. Illustration for Scenes and Characters from the works of George Eliot)

Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (engraving)
5991577 Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Romola by George Eliot (Smith Elder)

Film based on George Eliots Romola (b / w photo)
5995801 Film based on George Eliots Romola (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Film based on George Eliots Romola)

Fra Girolamo commanding Romola not to leave Florence, 1862-1863. Artist: Frederic Leighton
Fra Girolamo commanding Romola not to leave Florence, 1862-1863. Illustration from George Eliots Romola, published in monthly parts in The Cornhill Magazine, London, 1862-1863

A Florentine Joke. A Comic 19Th Century Drawing By Lord Frederic Leighton, Used To Illustrate The George Elliot Novel Romola. From The Strand Magazine Published 1897

Catherine De Medici, 1519-1589. Born Caterina Maria Romola De Medici. Queen Of France, Wife Of Henry Ii Of France. Photo-Etching From A Painting By Clouet. 1519-1589

Catherine De Medici. Born Caterina Maria Romola De Medici. Queen Of France 1519-189. Wife Of Henry Ii. Etching By Mercier. From The Book " Lady Jacksons Works, Vi

Portrait of Isabella de Medici (1542-1576) by Agnolo
Isabella de Medici (1542-1576). Daughter of Cosimo I de Medici. Portrait by Agnolo Bronzino (1503-1572). National Museum. Stockholm. Sweden

Isabella Romola de Medici (1542-1576) daughter of Cosimo I de Medici. Head and shoulders portrait by Agnolo de Cosimo (1503-1572) called Il Bronzino

Fra Girolamo commanding Romola not to leave Florence. Illustration by Frederic, Lord Leighton, for George Eliot Romola published in monthly parts in The Cornhill Magazine London 1862-1863

HMS Repulse with torpedo boats and submarine, WW1
HMS Repulse, British Renown-class battlecruiser, launched 1916, served briefly during the First World War, served during the Second World War, sunk off Malaya 1941

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"Romola: A Timeless Tale of Love, Art, and Resilience" Step into the enchanting world of "Romola, " a captivating novel written by George Eliot in 1862-63. This masterpiece has inspired various artistic interpretations throughout history. One such portrayal is Frederic Leighton's painting titled "Tessa at Home. " With delicate brushstrokes, Leighton brings to life the character Tessa from Romola, allowing us to glimpse into her world filled with emotions and aspirations. Another remarkable artwork is "The Visible Madonna, " an engraving that captures the essence of spirituality depicted in Romola. It serves as a reminder of the profound impact religion had on society during that era. Moving beyond visual arts, there was even a film adaptation based on George Eliot's Romola. Through black and white photographs, we catch a glimpse of this cinematic interpretation that brought the characters to life on screen. Lilian Gish, an American actress and film star known for her versatility and emotive performances, took part in bringing Romola to audiences through her exceptional talent captured in monochrome images. Eliot's vivid descriptions also inspired numerous engravings illustrating key moments within Romola's narrative. These intricate artworks allow readers to visualize pivotal scenes while immersing themselves deeper into the story's rich tapestry. One such engraving depicts Fra Girolamo commanding Romola not to leave Florence—a powerful moment showcasing both his authority and her inner conflict. This scene perfectly encapsulates the struggle between duty and personal desires faced by many characters throughout the novel. "Romola" remains an enduring tale that explores themes of love, artistry, resilience against adversity—themes that resonate across time periods. Whether through paintings or films or engravings or illustrations—the spirit of this literary gem continues to captivate hearts worldwide.