Alexander K 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

Valeria Messalina (c. 1720-48)
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

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

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

Colonel Albino Jara, Paraguayan soldier and politician, 1911

Anne Boleyn, (c1507-1536). wife and consort of Henry VIII
Anne Boleyn. Anne Boleyn

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)

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

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) second wife of Chrales the Bold (1433-1477). From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald

Marguerite, Countess of Blessington (1789-1849) Irish novelist
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
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. 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
Mrs Fitzherbert. The longtime companion of the future King George IV of the United Kingdom. Mrs Fitzherbert

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

Offices of Perez and Sanjurio, importers and exporters, Asuncion, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Group of Paraguayan women, Carapegua, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Cooking on a raft, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Paraguayan artillery, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Police magistrates office, Carapegua, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Calle Palmas, Asuncion, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Paraguayan tea gathering, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Waiting at the ferry, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Cedar logs on the Tebicuary-Guazu River floating by the railway bridge, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Rafts on the Tebicuary-mi River, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Market place, Asuncion, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

River steamer at the Customs House, Asuncion, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Government House, Asuncion, Paraguay, 1911. The Palacio de Los Lopez, the seat of the government of Paraguay. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

River scene, Rio Corrientes, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Gran Hotel del Paraguay, Villa Egusquiza, Asuncion, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

Paraguayan Central Railway Station, Asuncion, Paraguay, 1911. A print from Picturesque Paraguay by Alexander K MacDonald, Charles H Kelly, London, 1911

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Alexander K MacDonald, a talented artist of the 20th century, captured the essence and beauty of historical women through his exquisite paintings. In his portrayal of Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, he skillfully depicted her regal presence and powerful aura that defined her reign. With Valeria Messalina, third wife of Roman Emperor Claudius, MacDonald brought to life her captivating allure and controversial reputation. MacDonald's artistic prowess also extended to legendary figures such as Joan of Arc. Through his brushstrokes, he immortalized this French patriot and martyr in a way that showcased her unwavering determination and bravery. Similarly, his depiction of Queen Guinevere portrayed her elegance as she stood by King Arthur's side. The artist delved into history once more with Marie Antoinette; capturing both her opulent lifestyle as Queen of France and the tragic fate that awaited her during the French Revolution. Anne Boleyn was another subject who received MacDonald's attention - a woman whose influence on English politics remains significant even centuries later. Louise de la Valliere became yet another muse for Alexander K MacDonald; an intriguing figure from French history known for being one of Louis XIV's mistresses. Diana Vernon emerged from Sir Walter Scott's novel "Rob Roy" onto canvas under MacDonald's skilled hand. Venturing beyond European borders, The Queen Sheba made an appearance in one painting where MacDonald masterfully conveyed her exotic beauty and enigmatic persona. Mary Stuart or Mary Queen of Scots was given new life through his artistry; showcasing both strength and vulnerability in equal measure. Madame Recamier found herself immortalized by Alexander K MacDonald too - a prominent figure in Parisian society during Napoleon Bonaparte’s era known for hosting intellectual salons at which influential thinkers gathered. Lastly but not leastly came Madame de Pompadour – mistress to Louis XV – whose charm radiated from every stroke applied by this gifted artist.