Aubrey Vincent Collection

Isolde, c1895, (1896). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Isolde, c1895, (1896). From The Studio Volume 6. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1896]

The Climax, c1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
The Climax, c1893. An illustration for Oscar Wildes Salome. From The Studio Volume 1 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

Siegfried, Act II, c1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Siegfried, Act II, c1893. This drawing is an illustration relating to Act II of Richard Wagners (1813-1883) opera Siegfried. From The Studio Volume 1 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

Portrait of a woman, 1898. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Portrait of a woman, 1898. Plate taken from The Studio magazine, volume 13, no 62 (London, 14th May 1898)

Poster for The Yellow Book, Volume IV, January 1895. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Poster for The Yellow Book, Volume IV, January 1895

The Toilet of Helen, 1890s, (1935). Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
The Toilet of Helen, 1890s, (1935). A bare-breasted Helen sits at the dressing-table as a veiled woman attends to her hair. Grotesque dwarf figures fight in the foreground

The Abbe, 1896, (1935). Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
The Abbe, 1896, (1935). Character named Abbe Aubrey and sometimes Abbe Fanfreluche. From " Under the Hill", an erotic story written and illustrated by Aubrey Beardsley

Aubrey Beardsley, British artist, 1890s. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Aubrey Beardsley, British artist, 1890s. Beardsley (1872-1898) was the most original genius of British art in the 1890s. In his short career, before his early death from consumption

Design for Cover of Nobodys Fault, 1914. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Design for Cover of Nobodys Fault, 1896, (1914). Illustrion for the novel by Netta Syrett (1865-943). From The Art of the Book edited by Charles Holme. [The Studio, Ltd. London, Paris, New York, 1914]

Design for Cover of The Mountain Lovers, c. 1895, (1914). Artists: Aubrey Beardsley, William Sharp
Design for Cover of The Mountain Lovers, c.1895, (1914). Illustration for The Mountain Lovers by William Sharp (1855-1905), a Scottish writer of poetry and literary biography

Design for Title-Page of Pagan Papers, 1893, (1914). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Design for Title-Page of Pagan Papers, 1893, (1914). Illustration from Kenneth Grahames (1859-1932) collection of stories, Pagan Papers. From The Art of the Book edited by Charles Holme

Title-Page Designed by Aubrey Beardsley for Messrs. J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, 1909, (1914). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Title-Page Designed by Aubrey Beardsley for Messrs. J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, 1909, (1914). Illustrated edition of Le Morte d Arthur (the death of Arthur) by Thomas Malory (c.1415-1471)

Illustration from Morte D Arthur, 1893-1894, (1923). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Illustration from Morte D Arthur, 1893-1894, (1923). Le Morte d Arthur is a reworking of traditional tales by Sir Thomas Malory about the legendary King Arthur

The Eyes of Herod, 1894, (1912). Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
The Eyes of Herod, 1894, (1912). An illustration for Salome by Oscar Wilde. Aubrey Vincent Beardsley (1872 -1898) was an English illustrator and author

Merlin Taketh the Child Arthur into His Keeping, c1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Merlin Taketh the Child Arthur into His Keeping, c1893. An illustration for Sir Thomas Malory (d1471) reworking of Le Morte d Arthur

The Birthday of Madame Cigale, c1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
The Birthday of Madame Cigale, c1893. From The Studio Volume 1 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

The Peacock Girl, 1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
The Peacock Girl, 1893. An illustration for Salome, by Oscar Wilde (1854-1900). From The Studio Volume 2. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

Pan reading to a woman by a brook, 1898. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Pan reading to a woman by a brook, 1898. Plate taken from The Studio magazine, volume 13, no 62 (London, 14th May 1898)

A woman sitting on a rearing horse, 1898. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
A woman sitting on a rearing horse, 1898. Plate taken from The Studio magazine, volume 13, no 62 (London, 14th May 1898)

Design for Cover ofThe Woman Who Did, 1914. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Design for Cover ofThe Woman Who Did, 1914. Illustration for the novel by Grant Allen, published c.1895. Allen was sympathetic to the feminist cause and womens rights

Salomes Toilette, 1894. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Salomes Toilette, 1894. Salome is being attended by a masked figure. Illustration for the play Salome by Oscar Wilde. (1894)

Excalibur being reclaimed by the Lady of the Lake, 1893. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Excalibur being reclaimed by the Lady of the Lake, 1893. A hand emerging from the lake to reclaim Excalibur, the sword which, according to legend

Cover of The Illustrated American, 1894. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Cover of The Illustrated American, 1894; representing a golf costume

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"Aubrey Vincent: A Visionary Artist Ahead of His Time" Aubrey Vincent Beardsley, a British artist known for his provocative and daring illustrations, left an indelible mark on the art world in the late 19th century. With his distinct style characterized by intricate lines and bold compositions, Beardsley captivated audiences with his unique artistic vision. One of his notable works, "The Toilet of Lampito" from 1896, showcases Beardsley's ability to create visually striking images that challenge societal norms. Similarly, "Isolde" (c1895) and "The Climax" (c1893) demonstrate his penchant for exploring themes of sensuality and desire. Beardsley's talent extended beyond mere illustration as he also contributed to literary publications like "The Yellow Book. " The poster he designed for its fourth volume in January 1895 exemplifies his mastery in combining typography with captivating imagery. Later in life, Beardsley took inspiration from classical literature such as Aristophanes' "Lysistrata. " His illustrations for this play include pieces like "The Lacedemonian Ambassadors" and "The Examination of the Herald, " showcasing both his versatility as an artist and dedication to storytelling through visuals. In addition to these renowned works, Beardsley created other thought-provoking pieces such as "The Toilet of Helen" (1935), which reimagines ancient mythology with a modern twist. Likewise, "The Abbe" (1935) and "The Rape of the Lock" (1928) exhibit Beardsley's ability to infuse historical narratives with contemporary aesthetics. Throughout his career, Aubrey Vincent Beardsley pushed boundaries and challenged conventions through art. His legacy lives on not only through these iconic artworks but also through photographs captured by Frederick Hollyer that immortalize him during the vibrant 1890s period.