Eisteddfod Collection

The Bardic Gorsedd, Stone Circle
The Bardic Gorsedd, Its History and Symbolism -- Stone Circle, erected prior to the National Eisteddfod at Pontypool in 1923. 1923

Mor o gan yw cymry I gyd
Winston Churchill, Mr David Lloyd George and Miss Lloyd George at the Eisteddfod

David Lloyd-George at the Welsh National Eisteddfod, Birkenh
Photograph of David Lloyd-George (1863-1945), 1st Earl Lloyd-George of Dwyfor, the Welsh Liberal statesman, taken during a speech at the Welsh National Eisteddfod, Birkenhead, 6th September 1917

"The Last Welsh Bard", the Painting which obtained the Prize at the Llangollen Eisteddfod, 1858. The Eisteddfod at Llangollen this year was signalised by a pictorial competition in addition

'The Recent Eisteddfod at Swansea; A Popular Soloist, 1891. Creator: John Robertson Reid
'The Recent Eisteddfod at Swansea; A Popular Soloist, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

The New Bard, 6 August 1946, (1947). Creator: Unknown
The New Bard, 6 August 1946, (1947). Princess Elizabeth (future Queen Elizabeth II) is admitted to the circle of the Bards of Wales during the National Eisteddfod of Wales at Mountain Ash

The Rhuddlan Royal Eisteddvod - Rhuddlan Castle, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Rhuddlan Royal Eisteddvod - Rhuddlan Castle, [in Wales], 1850. View of...the exterior of Rhuddlan Castle from the St. Asaph side of the bridge

The Rhuddlan Royal Eisteddvod - the Procession to the Castle, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Rhuddlan Royal Eisteddvod - the Procession to the Castle, 1850. Cultural event in Wales. The Castle ruins cover about two acres and a half; and the lofty western walls, covered with moss and ivy

The Cardiff Athenaeum Eisteddfod, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Cardiff Athenaeum Eisteddfod, 1850. Welsh cultural event: The Hall was decorated for the occasion with the flags from ships in the port...and an abundance of evergreens, chiefly laurel

Grand National Eisteddfod at Carnarvon Castle, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Grand National Eisteddfod at Carnarvon Castle, [Wales], 1862. At...the great national congress of Cambrian bards, minstrels, historians, and artisans...there was an average attendance of 13

Presentation of a Carved Oak Chair to Dr. James Williams, the Chairman of the National... 1890. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of a Carved Oak Chair to Dr. James Williams, the Chairman of the National Eisteddford Committee at Brecon South Wales, 1890

The Eisteddfod in old times (engraving)
2813209 The Eisteddfod in old times (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eisteddfod in old times)

Jubilee Festival at Pontypool, Monmouthshire, on Easter Monday (engraving)
1594810 Jubilee Festival at Pontypool, Monmouthshire, on Easter Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jubilee Festival at Pontypool, Monmouthshire)

Marquis of Anglesey in his Bardic robes
Chairing the bard of the year at the Bangor Eisteddfod in 1902. Henry Pagt, 5th Anglesey, famously eccentric, fond of dressing up and amateur dramatics

Contest for the Gold Harp at the Royal Denbigh Eisteddfod, before H. R. H
955593 Contest for the Gold Harp at the Royal Denbigh Eisteddfod, before H.R.H. the Duke of Susses in 1828 (steel engraving) by English School

Sir W W Wynn initiated at the Eisteddfod, Porthmadog, Wales
Sir W W Wynn initiated as an Ovate at the Eisteddfod, Porthmadog, North Wales. Date: 1872

Lloyd George speaking at the Welsh National Eisteddfod
Prime Minister, David Lloyd George making a speech at the Welsh National Eisteddfod at Birkenhead in 1917. Date: 1917

Welsh Eisteddfod 1906
Opening of Gorsedd, Ceremony in which druids are in a circle, the Gorsedd (meaning chief) sit on a throne, where the Eisteddfod is proclaimed. 1906

Welsh Eisteddfod Regalia 1906
Welsh Eisteddfod Regalia and Offices. Ceremony in the Royal National Eisteddfod takes place every summer in the first week of August, been happening for a couple of centuries since 1568

The National Eisteddfod of Wales (engraving)
1062812 The National Eisteddfod of Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Eisteddfod of Wales)

Wales, a promotional card for the drink Chicoree a la Bergere
488433 Wales, a promotional card for the drink Chicoree A la BergAre with depictions of Welsh life, c.1890 (colour litho) (see also 488432) by French School

Eisteddfod, or Congress of Welsh Literati, at Conway Castle, the Town and Castle of Conway (engraving)
1619715 Eisteddfod, or Congress of Welsh Literati, at Conway Castle, the Town and Castle of Conway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eisteddfod)

Bardic Chair, presented to the Successful Bard (engraving)
1591344 Bardic Chair, presented to the Successful Bard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bardic Chair, presented to the Successful Bard)

Hwfa Mon, Archdruid, President of the Gorsedd at the Eisteddfod (engraving)
1056455 Hwfa Mon, Archdruid, President of the Gorsedd at the Eisteddfod (engraving) by Herkomer, Hubert von (1849-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hwfa Mon, Archdruid)

The National Eisteddfod of Wales (litho)
1062813 The National Eisteddfod of Wales (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Eisteddfod of Wales)

The Reverend J R Williams, Winner of the Chair Prize at the Eisteddfod (engraving)
1100125 The Reverend J R Williams, Winner of the Chair Prize at the Eisteddfod (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reverend J R Williams)

Welsh Bards proclaiming the Eisteddfod for 1887, in the Gardens of the Inner Temple, London (engraving)
1055164 Welsh Bards proclaiming the Eisteddfod for 1887, in the Gardens of the Inner Temple, London (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front and reverse of a promotional card for the drink Chicoree a la Bergere
488432 Front and reverse of a promotional card for the drink Chicoree A la BergAre with depictions of life in Wales, c.1890 (colour litho) (see also 488433) by French School

Rhys ap Gruffydd presiding at the first Eisteddfod, Cardigan Castle, Wales, 1176 (colour litho)
5996236 Rhys ap Gruffydd presiding at the first Eisteddfod, Cardigan Castle, Wales, 1176 (colour litho) by Prytherch, Thomas (1864-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Proclaiming the Welsh Eisteddfod in the Temple Gardens, London (engraving)
1624824 Proclaiming the Welsh Eisteddfod in the Temple Gardens, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Eisteddfod, or Welsh National Festival, at Chester (engraving)
1103534 The Eisteddfod, or Welsh National Festival, at Chester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eisteddfod, or Welsh National Festival, at Chester)

Queen Elizabeth - The Queen and the Duke clapping one of the competitors in the Osborne Roberts Memorial Prize singing competition on the Eisteddfod stage. 5th August 1960

David Lloyd George at the Royal National Eisteddfod. Mr Lloyd George in a typical attitude, addressing the large audience. 4th August 1938

David Lloyd George taking the salute at the Eisteddfod. Also in the picture are Mr R O Rowlands (Chairman, Eisteddfod Committee) and Mr Cemlyn Jones. Circa 1931

Caernarfon castle floodlit for the Eisteddfod, from the square. Gwynedd, Wales. 16th August 1935

David Emrys James, Welsh Bard, fishing. Circa December 1944

Left to right, David Emrys James Welsh bard, (chaired bard, with robes), with David Lloyd George, Leader of the Liberal Party. Cardiff Station, Watford, 26th November 1929

David Emrys James, chaired bard, with robes. Cardiff Station, Wales. 26th November 1929

Mr. Roberts, the Welsh Harper, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Mr. Roberts, the Welsh Harper, 1844. Harpist with visual impairment:who awakens all our best recollections of the bards of old by his admirable performance

Interior of the Cymreigyddion Hall, Abergavenny, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Cymreigyddion Hall, Abergavenny, 1845. Cultural event in Wales. The ceiling was entirely covered with pendant evergreens, through wich ever and anon hung chandeliers and lamps

The Cymreigyddion Festival - harpers, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Cymreigyddion Festival - harpers, 1845. Cultural event in Wales. The venerable Eisteddfod of the Welsh was, in olden time, a congress of all the poets and minstrelsy of the country

Statue in the Hall, at Abergavenny, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Statue in the Hall, at Abergavenny, 1845. Sculpture on display at the Cymreigyddion Festival in Wales....a splendid Statue of the ancient bard Taliesin pen Beirrdd, the work of Mr. W

The Cymreigyddion Festival - the procession through Abergavenny, 1845. Creator: Smyth
The Cymreigyddion Festival - the procession through Abergavenny, 1845. Cultural event in Wales....the President, Sir B. Hall, Bart

The Rev. T. Price, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Rev. T. Price, 1845. Portrait of Welsh historian Reverend Thomas Price, a leading figure in the revival of the Eisteddfod, and associated with the Cymreigyddion Festival in Wales

The Cymreigyddion Festival - chorus singers, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Cymreigyddion Festival - chorus singers, 1845. Cultural event in Wales. The venerable Eisteddfod of the Welsh was, in olden time, a congress of all the poets and minstrelsy of the country

EISTEDDFOD, WALES 1955
The Bardic Procession at the National Eisteddfod of Wales, at Ystradgynlas, Breconshire. The Eisteddfodau were established to encourage Welsh music, customs, languages etc. Date: 1955

Their Majesties in Wales, 1926, (1937). Creator: Unknown
Their Majesties in Wales, 1926, (1937). Welsh National Eisteddfod, Swansea. From " The Crowning of The King and Queen". [Evans Brothers Limited, London, 1937]

At Welsh National Eisteddfod, Swansea, 1926 (1937). The Duke and Duchess of York were initiated into the fraternity of the Gorsedd of Bards on 3 August 1926 at the Royal Welsh National Eisteddfod

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The Eisteddfod, a celebration deeply rooted in Welsh culture, holds the power to unite and inspire. With its origins dating back centuries, this vibrant festival showcases the rich heritage of Wales through various artistic competitions and performances. At the heart of every Eisteddfod lies The Bardic Gorsedd, a gathering of poets, musicians, and scholars who honor their craft within a mystical Stone Circle. Here, they pay homage to the land that birthed them with heartfelt melodies and soul-stirring verses. Mor o gan yw cymry I gyd - music is the lifeblood that courses through every Welshman's veins. Throughout history, notable figures have graced these hallowed grounds. One such luminary was David Lloyd-George himself, who captivated audiences at the Welsh National Eisteddfod in Birkenh. Another momentous occasion unfolded when Dr. James Williams received a Carved Oak Chair as recognition for his outstanding leadership as Chairman of the National. . in 1890. Engraved images transport us back to bygone eras where we witness The Eisteddfod in old times—a testament to its enduring legacy. Pontypool's Jubilee Festival on Easter Monday exemplifies how communities came together to revel in song and dance while preserving their cultural traditions. Dressed resplendently in Bardic robes stands Marquis of Anglesey—an embodiment of pride for his nation's artistic prowess. And let us not forget about the Contest for the Gold Harp at Royal Denbigh Eisteddfod; an event steeped in prestige where only true virtuosos dare compete before royalty. Eminent personalities like Sir W W Wynn were initiated into this esteemed society during gatherings held at Porthmadog—marking their commitment towards upholding Welsh traditions with unwavering dedication. Lloyd George's impassioned speeches echo through time as he addresses crowds gathered at various Welsh National Eisteddfods.