Elizabethan Era Collection

Elizabethan Tennis (engraving)
XJF2562816 Elizabethan Tennis (engraving) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

16th Century map of Norwich
3329550 16th Century map of Norwich; (add.info.: 16th Century map of Norwich, England. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Elizabethans in characteristics costumes
3329865 Elizabethans in characteristics costumes; (add.info.: Illustration of Elizabethans in characteristics costumes. Dated 15th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A scene inside of the Court of Wards during the Elizabethan Era (painting)
3329546 A scene inside of the Court of Wards during the Elizabethan Era (painting); (add.info.: Painting of a scene inside of the Court of Wards during the Elizabethan Era)

Woodblock engraving depicting two men suffering from a hangover after drinking too much wine, 16th century
5309092 Woodblock engraving depicting two men suffering from a hangover after drinking too much wine, 16th century; (add.info)

An Elizabethan Banquet
3329462 An Elizabethan Banquet; (add.info.: Woodcut print of an Elizabethan Banquet. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A popular Elizabethan ballad with a Happy Couple
3329503 A popular Elizabethan ballad with a Happy Couple; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a popular Elizabethan ballad with a Happy Couple. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mephistopheles appearing to Doctor Faustus from Christopher Marlowe's 'Doctor Faustus'
3732372 Mephistopheles appearing to Doctor Faustus from Christopher Marlowe's 'Doctor Faustus'; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Mephistopheles appearing to Doctor Faustus)

Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya, The Grand Hotel, The former residence of Sir Edward Barnes, Governor of Sri Lanka from 1830 to 1850

"The Armada must wait until I have finished my game" (colour litho)
2911903 "The Armada must wait until I have finished my game" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); (add.info)

Tobias Matthew, 1546-1628, Archbishop of York
6039885 Tobias Matthew, 1546-1628, Archbishop of York. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tobias Matthew, 1546-1628, Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University)

The Elizabethan Era, domestic architecture and costume (engraving)
973301 The Elizabethan Era, domestic architecture and costume (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Elizabethan Era, domestic architecture and costume)

William Perkins, 1558-1602, English theologian
6039881 William Perkins, 1558-1602, English theologian. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Perkins, 1558-1602)

Portrait of William Perkins, English cleric and Cambridge theologian, 1558-1602
6338797 Portrait of William Perkins, English cleric and Cambridge theologian, 1558-1602 by Marshall, William (fl.1617-49); (add.info.: Portrait of William Perkins)

Blackrock Castle, River Lee, Near Cork City, Co Cork, Ireland

EDITORIAL Queen Elizabeth I going on board the Golden Hind, after the painting by Frank Brangwyn. From Britain and Her Neighbours, 1485 - 1688, published 1923

Queen Elizabeth I receiving news of the death of her sister, Queen Mary. Elizabeth I, 1533 -1603. Queen of England and Ireland

Edward "Ned"Alleyn, 1566 - 1626. English actor who was a major figure of the Elizabethan theatre
Edward " Ned" Alleyn, 1566 - 1626. English actor who was a major figure of the Elizabethan theatre and founder of Dulwich College and Alleyns School

The Rose, Bankside, Southwark, London, England. An Elizabethan theatre, the first purpose-built playhouse to ever stage a production of any of Shakespeares plays

Michael Drayton, 1563 - 1631. English poet during the Elizabethan era. From Shakespeare The Player, published 1916

The Swan Theatre, The Bankside, Southwark, London, England. From Shakespeare The Player, published 1916

Bankside, Southwark, London, England, seen here in Shakespeares day, showing The Bear Garden, a place used for bear-baiting

Richard Tarlton or Tarleton, d. 1588. English actor of the Elizabethan era, seen here with his pipe and tabor
Richard Tarlton or Tarleton, d.1588. English actor of the Elizabethan era, seen here with his pipe and tabor. From Shakespeare The Player, published 1916

Francis Beaumont 1584 To 1616 English Dramatist And Poet Collaborator With John Fletcher

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"The Elizabethan Era: A Glimpse into the Golden Age of England" Step back in time to the illustrious Elizabethan era, where art, culture, and sports flourished. In this captivating engraving of "Elizabethan Tennis, " we witness the nobility engaging in a spirited game that transcended social boundaries. Sri Lanka's Nuwara Eliya takes us on a journey to The Grand Hotel, once home to Sir Edward Barnes, offering a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the elite. Amidst all grandeur and leisurely pursuits, even Queen Elizabeth I herself found time for amusement. As depicted in the vibrant lithograph titled "The Armada must wait until I have finished my game, " Her Majesty's love for tennis was undeniable. Meanwhile, Tobias Matthew, Archbishop of York during this era, stands as an influential figure who shaped religious discourse with his theological prowess. Portraits also capture notable personalities like Philip Sidney – an English poet and courtier whose words continue to inspire generations. These images provide insight into their lives and contributions to literature and society. Beyond individuals' portraits lie engravings showcasing domestic architecture and costume from this remarkable period. They transport us back to a time when intricate designs adorned majestic buildings while fashion reflected elegance and refinement. William Perkins emerges as another prominent figure; an English theologian whose teachings left an indelible mark on religious thought during these transformative years. His portrait serves as a reminder of his intellectual legacy that continues to influence scholars today. As we explore further beyond England's borders, Blackrock Castle near Cork City in Ireland beckons our attention—a testament to how Elizabethan influences extended far beyond its shores. Similarly, Nuwara Eliya's Grand Hotel reminds us that echoes of this golden age reached distant lands like Sri Lanka through colonial connections.