Dinah Mulock Craik 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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"Dinah Mulock Craik: A Woman of Many Facets" Dinah Mulock Craik, born in 1826, was a prominent English author and poet who captivated readers with her enchanting storytelling. Although she is best known for her novel "John Halifax, Gentleman, " Dinah's life was just as fascinating as the characters she created. In 1848, we catch a glimpse of Mrs. Craik seated outdoors, surrounded by nature's beauty. Her serene expression hints at the tranquility that inspired her literary works. With a hat on her head and a book in hand, it is evident that this talented writer found solace within the pages of literature. Mrs. Craik's love for animals shines through in several portraits where she holds cats close to her heart. In one particular image from around 1858, captured by Benjamin Mulock himself, we see the affectionate bond between Dinah and her feline companion. Throughout the years spanning from 1850 to 1875, Mr. And Mrs. Craik were photographed together multiple times—yet their creators remain unknown—a testament to their enduring partnership both personally and professionally. One drawing from around 1865-1875 showcases an elegant couple whose connection seems palpable even through ink strokes on paper. Another portrait captures Mrs. Craik reclining in a garden setting while donning fashionable attire—an embodiment of grace and sophistication. But it is not only these captivating images that define Dinah Mulock Craik; it is also her remarkable contributions to literature during an era when female authors faced numerous challenges. She fearlessly used words as weapons against societal norms and championed women's rights through thought-provoking narratives. As we delve into Dinah's world through these glimpses into different periods of her life—from early sketches dating back to the mid-19th century to later photographs—we are reminded of how influential she was in shaping the literary landscape of her time.