C Cook Collection

Mendelssohn, 19th century. Artist: C Cook
Mendelssohn, 19th century. Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847), German composer

Chaptal. Late Professor of Chemistry at Montpellier, 19th century. Creator: C Cook
Chaptal. Late Professor of Chemistry at Montpellier, 19th century. Portrait of French politician and chemist Jean Antoine Chaptal (1756-1832)

Mozart, 19th century. Artist: C Cook
Mozart, 19th century. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Austrian composer (c1784-1827). (Colorised black and white print)

Andrea Palladio, 19th century. Artist: C Cook
Andrea Palladio, 19th century. Andrea Palladio (1508-1580), The Palladian style is named after him, a style which adhered to classical Roman principles

Johann Sebastian Bach, 19th century. Artist: C Cook
Johann Sebastian Bach, 19th century. Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), German composer and organist, 1746. Considered by many to be the greatest composer in the history of western music

Thomas Macaulay, 1st Baron Macaulay, British poet, historian and politician, 19th century. Artist: C Cook
Thomas Macaulay, 1st Baron Macaulay, British poet, historian and politician, 19th century. Portrait of Thomas Babington Macaulay (1800-1859), Whig politician

Alexander von Humboldt, (1769-1859), German naturalist and explorer, 19th century. Artist: C Cook
Alexander von Humboldt, (1769-1859), German naturalist and explorer, 19th century. Portrait of Humboldt (1769-1859)

Marcantonio Raimondi, Italian engraver, 19th century. Artist: C Cook
Marcantonio Raimondi, Italian engraver, 19th century. Portrait of Raimondi (c1480-c1534)

Charles Darwin, British naturalist, (1899). Artist: C Cook
Charles Darwin, British naturalist, (1899). Darwin (1809-1882) put forward the modern theory of evolution and proposed the principle of evolution by natural selection

Sir Charles Wheatstone, British inventor, (1899). Artist: C Cook
Sir Charles Wheatstone, British inventor, (1899). Wheatstone (1802-1875) was a pioneer of electric telegraphy. In 1837, he and William Fothergill Cooke patented their five-needle telegraph machine

Princess Alexandra of Denmark, Princess of Wales, 1899. Artist: C Cook
Princess Alexandra of Denmark, Princess of Wales, 1899. Princess Alexandra (1844-1925) married Queen Victorias eldest son, the future King Edward VII, in 1863

Robert Bunsen, German chemist, 1850s. Artist: C Cook
Robert Bunsen, German chemist, 1850s. Signed portrait; Bunsen (1811-1899) is widely considered one of the greatest experimental chemists of the 19th century

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"C Cook: Capturing the Essence of 19th Century Icons" Step into the world of C Cook, a talented artist who skillfully depicted some of the most influential figures of the 19th century. From Mendelssohn to Mozart, his artwork beautifully immortalized these renowned musicians and composers, capturing their passion and talent on canvas. But it wasn't just musicians that caught Cook's attention; he also turned his artistic gaze towards Chaptal, a late Professor of Chemistry at Montpellier. Through his brushstrokes, Cook brought to life this brilliant scientist's dedication to unraveling the mysteries of chemistry. Cook's versatility as an artist is evident in his portrayal of Andrea Palladio, an architect whose work greatly influenced European architecture during this era. With meticulous detail and precision, Cook showcased Palladio's grand designs and innovative concepts through his artistry. No collection would be complete without paying homage to Johann Sebastian Bach - a true genius in music composition. C Cook masterfully captured Bach's profound musicality and deep emotions with every stroke on canvas. Moving beyond music and science, C Cook delved into history by depicting Thomas Macaulay, Baron Macaulay - a British poet, historian, and politician. His artwork revealed Macaulay's intellectual prowess alongside his poetic sensibilities. The naturalist Alexander von Humboldt was another subject that fascinated C Cook. Through vivid colors and intricate details in each painting stroke, he portrayed Humboldt’s adventurous spirit as he explored new territories while studying nature’s wonders. Marcantonio Raimondi found himself immortalized by C Cook’s skilled hand as well. This Italian engraver left an indelible mark on Renaissance art with his exceptional craftsmanship – something that was mirrored perfectly in each brushstroke from the artist’s hand. Charles Darwin may have been known for revolutionizing our understanding of evolution but thanks to C Cook’s artistry we can now see him come to life.