Ak Macdonald Collection

Catherine the Great (1729-1796), Empress of Russia, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Catherine the Great (1729-1796), Empress of Russia. Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) who came to the throne in 1762. A German princess

Valeria Messalina (c. 1720-48), third wife of Roman Emperor Claudius, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Valeria Messalina (c1720-48) the third wife of the Roman Emperor Claudius. Valeria Messalina (Messallina), (c17/20- 48) was the third wife of the Roman Emperor Claudius

Madame de Pompadour, (1721-1764), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Madame de Pompadour. Born Jeanne-Antoinette Poisson, Madame de Pompadour (1721-1764) was the mistress of Louis XV (1710-1774) of France. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald

Queen Guinevere consort of King Arthur, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Queen Guinevere consort of King Arthur. Guinevere is the Queen consort of King Arthur in the Arthurian Legend. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald

Anne Boleyn, (c1507-1536). wife and consort of Henry VIII, mother of Queen Elizabeth I, 1937
Anne Boleyn. Anne Boleyn. Anne, Marchioness of Pembroke (c1507-1536), also called Ann Bolin and Anne Bullen, (the original medieval English pronunciation)

Louise de la Valliere, (1644-1710), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Louise de la Valliere, (1644-1710). The Duchess de la Valliere as Flora. Louise de la Valliere (1644-1710) was a mistress of King Louis XIV of France

Diana Vernon, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Diana Vernon. Diana Die Vernon is the heroine of Walter Scotts 1817 historical novel Rob Roy. From the John Player & Sons cigarette card series Famous Beauties, 1937

The Queen of Sheba, 1937
The Queen of Sheba. The Queen of Sheba was a monarch of the ancient kingdom of Sheba. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald

Mary, Queen of Scots, (1542-1587), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Mary, Queen of Scots, (1542-1587). Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587), also known as Mary Stuart or Mary I of Scotland, was queen regnant of Scotland from 14 December 1542 to 24 July 1567

Madame Recamier, (1777-1849), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Madame Recamier. Jeanne Francoise Julie Adelaide Recamier (1777-1849) was a prominent figure in French literary and political circles in the early 19th century. From an original drawing by A. K

Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire. Georgiana Cavendish (1757-1806) was famous for her beauty, her political campaigning, gambling, and unorthodox domestic arrangements

Cleopatra VII (69-30 BC), Queen of Egypt, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Cleopatra VII (69-30 BC), Queen of Egypt. Cleopatra was the last ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty, established when Alexander the Great conquered Egypt in 332 BC. From an original drawing by A. K

Barbara Palmer (nee Villiers), 1st Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine (1640-1709), 1937
Barbara Palmer (nee Villiers), 1st Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine (1640-1709). Barbara Palmer was an English courtesan and the most famous of King Charles II of England mistresses

Lucrezia Borgia, (1480-1519), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Lucrezia Borgia. The Borgias were a Spanish royal family remembered today for their corrupt rule of the Papacy during the Renaissance. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald

Isabella of Bourbon, Countess of Charolais (1436-1465), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Isabella of Bourbon, Countess of Charolais (1436-1465) second wife of Chrales the Bold (1433-1477). From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald

Marguerite, Countess of Blessington (1789-1849) Irish novelist, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Marguerite, Countess of Blessington, (1789-1849) Irish novelist. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald. From the John Player & Sons cigarette card series Famous Beauties, 1937

Eleanor Nell Gwyn (1650-1687) English born mistress of King Charles II, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Eleanor Nell Gwyn (1650-687) English born long-time mistress of King Charles II. Eleanor Nell Gwyn (1650-1687) English born long-time mistress of King Charles II of England and Scotland

Lady Emma Hamilton (c1765-1851), mistress of Horatio Nelson, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Lady Emma Hamilton (c1765-1851), mistress of Horatio Nelson. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald. From the John Player & Sons cigarette card series Famous Beauties, 1937

Mrs Fitzherbert, longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom, 1937
Mrs Fitzherbert. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. Mrs Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert (1756-1837)

Dantes Beatrice, (1266-1290), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Dantes Beatrice. Beatrice (1266-1290) was a Florentine woman who has often been identified as the inspiration for Dante Alighieris (c1265-1321) Vita Nuova

Madame du Barry, Mistress of King louis XV of France, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Madame du Barry, Mistress of King Louis XV of France. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald. From the John Player & Sons cigarette card series Famous Beauties, 1937

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"Alexander K MacDonald: Capturing the Essence of Historical Women" In his remarkable collection, artist Alexander K MacDonald brings to life the captivating stories of influential women throughout history. From Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, to Valeria Messalina, wife of Roman Emperor Claudius, MacDonald's brushstrokes transport us back in time. MacDonald's portrayal of Joan of Arc evokes her bravery and unwavering spirit as a 15th-century French patriot and martyr. Similarly, his depiction of Queen Guinevere showcases her elegance and strength as she stood by King Arthur's side. Marie Antoinette is beautifully captured with all her regal splendor while Anne Boleyn exudes both grace and intrigue as Henry VIII's ill-fated consort. Louise de la Valliere shines through MacDonald's artistry as a woman caught between love and duty during the reign of Louis XIV. Diana Vernon emerges from MacDonald's canvas with an air of mystery that leaves viewers captivated by her enigmatic persona. The Queen of Sheba mesmerizes with her exotic allure while Mary, Queen of Scots reflects both resilience and tragedy in equal measure. Madame Recamier emanates timeless beauty through MacDonald's skilled hand, capturing the essence of this influential figure from 18th-century France. Lastly, Madame de Pompadour radiates sophistication as one can almost feel her influence over King Louis XV. Through each stroke on his canvas, Alexander K MacDonald breathes life into these historical women who left indelible marks on their respective eras. His art serves not only as a visual feast but also invites us to delve deeper into their fascinating stories that continue to inspire generations today.