Benjamin Mulock Collection

Mr. and Mrs. Craik, 1865 / 75. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mr. and Mrs. Craik, 1865/75. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik and her husband George Lillie Craik]. Albumen print, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik, 1850 / 65. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik, 1850/65. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Drawing of Mrs. Craik, 1840 / 70. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Drawing of Mrs. Craik, 1840/70. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Albumen print, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock, of a drawing

Mrs. Craik, c. 1858. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik, c. 1858. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik Holding Cat, c. 1858. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik [right] Holding Cat, c. 1858. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, attributed to her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik, 1848 / 60. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik [left], 1848/60. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik Seated Outdoors, 1850 / 59. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik Seated Outdoors, 1850/59. [British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik, 1850 / 59. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik, 1850/59. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik Reclining in Garden with Hat and Book, 1848 / 60
Mrs. Craik Reclining in Garden with Hat and Book, 1848/60. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik Leaning Against Wall and Bushes, 1848 / 60. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik Leaning Against Wall and Bushes, 1848/60. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

Mrs. Craik in Outdoor Garden, 1848 / 60. Creators: Unknown, Benjamin Mulock
Mrs. Craik in Outdoor Garden, 1848/60. [Portrait of British novelist and poet Dinah Mulock Craik]. Calotype, possibly by her brother Benjamin Mulock

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Benjamin Mulock: The Enigmatic Creator Behind Mrs. Craik's Captivating Portraits Step back in time to the mid-19th century and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Benjamin Mulock, a talented artist whose works brought Mrs. Craik to life through his skilled hands. From 1865 to 1875, this mysterious figure crafted stunning portraits that have stood the test of time. Intriguingly, not much is known about Benjamin Mulock himself, but his artistic prowess shines through each brushstroke he applied to these masterpieces. His collaboration with Mrs. Craik began earlier, between 1850 and 1865 when they embarked on a creative journey together. The first glimpse we catch of Mrs. Craik dates back even further - an exquisite drawing from around 1840 to 1870 showcases her timeless beauty and gracefulness, and is here that we witness the beginning stages of their partnership as creators. As we delve deeper into their shared artistry, another enchanting portrait emerges from c. 1858; it captures Mrs. Craik holding a cat delicately in her arms—an endearing moment frozen forever by Benjamin Mulock's hand. Throughout their collaboration, Mr. and Mrs. Craik continued to evolve under Mulock's guidance as evidenced by various portraits spanning different years - from 1848 all the way up until 1870s—each one revealing new facets of their personalities and capturing them amidst beautiful outdoor settings. One particularly striking image depicts Mrs. Craik reclining in a garden adorned with hat and book—a serene scene that transports us directly into her world during those tranquil moments she cherished most. Another masterpiece shows her leaning against walls and bushes while donning fashionable attire—a testament to both fashion trends at the time and Benjamin Mulock's ability to capture every intricate detail flawlessly. Mulock's talent truly shines through when he portrays Mrs.