Edmund Joseph Collection

Illustration for The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, 1900. Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
Illustration for The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, 1900. From Modern Pen Drawings: European and American, Edited by Charles Holme. [The Offices of the Studio, London, Paris, New York, 1900-01]

Don Quixote. Pen Sketch from Line: An Art Study, 1923. Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
Don Quixote. Pen Sketch from Line: An Art Study, 1923. A Spanish novel by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. Published in two volumes, in 1605 and 1615

Abou Ben Adhem: - I Pray Thee Then Write Me As One Who Loves His Fellow Men, 1916, (1917). From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

And When The Angel Showed Him The Names Of Those Whom Love Of God Had Blest, 1916, (1917). Lo! Ben Adhems Name Led All The Rest. From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

The Tavern Door, 1916, (1917). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Tavern Door, 1916, (1917). From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

The Happy Man Found, 1918, (1918). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Happy Man Found, 1918, (1918). From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby. [The Priory Publishing Press, Liverpool, 1917]

The Hermit Visits The Caliph, 1918, (1918). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Hermit Visits The Caliph, 1918, (1918). From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby. [The Priory Publishing Press, Liverpool, 1917]

We Come Up Through Many Slaveries Into Freedom, c1918, (1918). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
We Come Up Through Many Slaveries Into Freedom, c1918, (1918). The title is a quote from The Hive by Will Levington Comfort published in 1918. From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby

The Cartoonist - Stage VI, c1920. Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Cartoonist - Stage VI, c1920. From The Art of the Illustrator - E J Sullivan and his work, by Percy V Bradshaw. [The Press Art School, London, c1920]

The Cartoonist - Stage IV, c1920. Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Cartoonist - Stage IV, c1920. From The Art of the Illustrator - E J Sullivan and his work, by Percy V Bradshaw. [The Press Art School, London, c1920]

Tobys Pride, c1930. Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
Tobys Pride, c1930. From The Studio Volume 99. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1930]

The Symbol Shop, c1898, (1924). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Symbol Shop, c1898. Illustration to Sartor Resartus by Thomas Carlyle (1795?1881). From The Studio Volume 88 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1924.]

Le Rois Amuse, 1910, (1924). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
Le Rois Amuse, 1910. Illustration to The French Revolution: A History by Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881). From The Studio Volume 88 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1924.]

The Fall of the Card, c1889-1924, (1924). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Fall of the Card. From The Studio Volume 88 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1924.]

Mephistopheles and Faust, 1923. Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
Mephistopheles and Faust, 1923. Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

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Edmund Joseph Sullivan, a talented artist of the early 20th century, left an indelible mark on the world of illustration. His works spanned various genres and subjects, showcasing his versatility and artistic prowess. In his illustration for "The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam" in 1900, Sullivan brought to life the enchanting verses with intricate details and vibrant colors. Each stroke of his brush captured the essence of Khayyam's poetry, transporting readers to a realm filled with beauty and contemplation. Sullivan's talent extended beyond literature as he delved into the realm of classic novels. In his depiction from "The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1927, he masterfully portrayed the duality within human nature. The haunting image evoked both fear and curiosity, leaving viewers captivated by its eerie allure. One cannot overlook Sullivan's skillful interpretation of Miguel de Cervantes' iconic character Don Quixote. Through a pen sketch from "Line: An Art Study" in 1923, he captured Quixote's idealism and determination as he embarked on his legendary quests. The simplicity yet depth conveyed through this sketch showcased Sullivan's ability to convey emotion through minimalistic artistry. However, it was not only literature that inspired Edmund Joseph Sullivan; spirituality also played a significant role in his work. In pieces like "Abou Ben Adhem: - I Pray Thee Then Write Me As One Who Loves His Fellow Men, " created in 1916 (1917), or "And When The Angel Showed Him The Names Of Those Whom Love Of God Had Blest, " also from 1916 (1917), Sullivan explored themes of love for humanity and devotion to God. These illustrations exuded warmth and compassion while inviting viewers to reflect upon their own relationships with others.