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"Capturing History: A Glimpse into the Lives of Historical Personalities" Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of a Gentleman, Thought to be English Navigator Thomas Cavendish (oil on panel)

Portrait of a Gentleman, Thought to be English Navigator Thomas Cavendish (oil on panel)
1765055 Portrait of a Gentleman, Thought to be English Navigator Thomas Cavendish (oil on panel) by Bettes, John the Younger (c.1530-1615/6) (attr.to); 91.1x73.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: A set of six Italian Siena marble relief profile busts of Roman Emperors

A set of six Italian Siena marble relief profile busts of Roman Emperors
1764797 A set of six Italian Siena marble relief profile busts of Roman Emperors, incised with the names Octavius, Galbin, Titus, Claudius, Julius and Nero (marble) by Italian School

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Chief Ogallala Fire, 1902 (oil on board)

Chief Ogallala Fire, 1902 (oil on board)
1767579 Chief Ogallala Fire, 1902 (oil on board) by Farny, Henry Francois (1847-1916); 30.5x15.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Chief Ogallala Fire. Henry Francois Farny (1847-1916)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765)

A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765)
1766856 A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Hernan Cortes (1485-1547), 19th century (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Hernan Cortes (1485-1547), 19th century (oil on canvas)
1769484 Portrait of Hernan Cortes (1485-1547), 19th century (oil on canvas) by Mexican School, (19th century); 196x112 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Hernan Cortes (1485-1547)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: An Arts & Crafts glass triptych, painted with medieval knights in the court of

An Arts & Crafts glass triptych, painted with medieval knights in the court of
1194920 An Arts & Crafts glass triptych, painted with medieval knights in the court of Charlemagne, c.1860-1910 (glass) by English School; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Count Platov (1751-1818) on Horseback (engraving)

Portrait of Count Platov (1751-1818) on Horseback (engraving)
1195716 Portrait of Count Platov (1751-1818) on Horseback (engraving) by Orlowski, Alexander (Alexandr Osipovich Orlovsky) (1777-1832) (after); 59x48.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Orlowsky)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Upper cover and spine, with oval portrait miniature of Oliver Cromwell

Upper cover and spine, with oval portrait miniature of Oliver Cromwell
1195374 Upper cover and spine, with oval portrait miniature of Oliver Cromwell, 1899 (red crushed levant morocco, decorative roll tool border within g) by English School

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: MacPherson and MacDonald, 1918 (oil on canvas)

MacPherson and MacDonald, 1918 (oil on canvas)
823008 MacPherson and MacDonald, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 200x136.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: MacPherson and MacDonald. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: A Life Study of the Marquis de Lafayette, 1824-1825 (oil on canvas)

A Life Study of the Marquis de Lafayette, 1824-1825 (oil on canvas)
822749 A Life Study of the Marquis de Lafayette, 1824-1825 (oil on canvas) by Sully, Thomas (1783-1872); 55.8x48.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Life Study of the Marquis de Lafayette)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Charles Howard (1720-1786), seated in a Brown Suit Trimmed with Gold Braid

Portrait of Charles Howard (1720-1786), seated in a Brown Suit Trimmed with Gold Braid
824251 Portrait of Charles Howard (1720-1786), seated in a Brown Suit Trimmed with Gold Braid, 1768 (oil on canvas) by Cotes

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Edward Abney, seated three-quarter-length, in a Green Coat

Portrait of Edward Abney, seated three-quarter-length, in a Green Coat
824191 Portrait of Edward Abney, seated three-quarter-length, in a Green Coat, Holding a Letter against a Red Curtain, Late 1780s (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of William Petty, 2nd Earl of Shelburne, 1st Marquis of Lansdowne (1737-1805)

Portrait of William Petty, 2nd Earl of Shelburne, 1st Marquis of Lansdowne (1737-1805)
824183 Portrait of William Petty, 2nd Earl of Shelburne, 1st Marquis of Lansdowne (1737-1805), seated three-quarter-length in Generals Uniform holding a letter addressed to Lt

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Head of a Lady, (oil on canvas)

Head of a Lady, (oil on canvas)
824177 Head of a Lady, (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); 47x39.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Head of a Lady. Sir Thomas Lawrence (1769-1830). Oil on canvas

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Illustrations to The Morte d Arthur: Sir Galahad Draws the Sword of Balin from

Illustrations to The Morte d Arthur: Sir Galahad Draws the Sword of Balin from
824158 Illustrations to The Morte d Arthur: Sir Galahad Draws the Sword of Balin from the Floating Stone; La Cole Male Taile Slays the Lion that Endangered Queen Guenevere;

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Asghar Khan, Ambassador of Persia, 1808 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Asghar Khan, Ambassador of Persia, 1808 (oil on canvas)
823415 Portrait of Asghar Khan, Ambassador of Persia, 1808 (oil on canvas) by French School, (19th century); 91.8x73 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Asker Kan)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Simon Bolivar, 1831 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Simon Bolivar, 1831 (oil on canvas)
988165 Portrait of Simon Bolivar, 1831 (oil on canvas) by Yanez, Jose Anselmo (fl.1820-60) (attr.to); 74.6x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Simon Bolivar; Retrato de Simon Bolivar)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of the Louise Marie Josephine, Comtesse de Provence

Portrait of the Louise Marie Josephine, Comtesse de Provence
990179 Portrait of the Louise Marie Josephine, Comtesse de Provence, later Queen of France (1733-1810), half-length, wering a white dress with a blue sash and ribbons

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth, 1875 (oil on panel)

Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth, 1875 (oil on panel)
989917 Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth, 1875 (oil on panel) by Boutibonne, Charles Edouard (1816-97); 55.8x78.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: The Politicians, (oil on canvas)

The Politicians, (oil on canvas)
989762 The Politicians, (oil on canvas) by Worms, Jules (1832-1914); 73.7x101.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Politicians; Les Politiciens. Jules Worms (1832-1914). Oil on canvas

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Don Matias Edmundo Tirel y Gomez de las Casas

Portrait of Don Matias Edmundo Tirel y Gomez de las Casas
990405 Portrait of Don Matias Edmundo Tirel y Gomez de las Casas, the future Second Marquis of Ulagares and Viscount of Castel Ruiz, standing three-quarter length dressed as a Majo

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Countess Karoly, 1865 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Countess Karoly, 1865 (oil on canvas)
987369 Portrait of Countess Karoly, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Courbet, Gustave (1819-77); 81.6x65.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Countess Karoly; Portrait de la Comtesse Karoly)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Mato-Tope, adorned with the Insignia of his Warlike Deeds, 1844 (hand coloured aquatint)

Mato-Tope, adorned with the Insignia of his Warlike Deeds, 1844 (hand coloured aquatint)
986299 Mato-Tope, adorned with the Insignia of his Warlike Deeds, 1844 (hand coloured aquatint) by Bodmer, Karl (1809-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mato-Tope)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Very large historiated letter A, showing the Resurrection, c

Very large historiated letter A, showing the Resurrection, c
986166 Very large historiated letter A, showing the Resurrection, c.1400-1450 (coloured inks and gold leaf on vellum) by Tuscan School (15th century); 56.7x39 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: One of the Celebrated Victory of the Nile Mugs, by Duesbury & Kean, 1798 (porcelain

One of the Celebrated Victory of the Nile Mugs, by Duesbury & Kean, 1798 (porcelain
986129 One of the Celebrated Victory of the Nile Mugs, by Duesbury & Kean, 1798 (porcelain, paint, gilt) by English School

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Procession to the Lists, 1843 (hand coloured lithograph)

Procession to the Lists, 1843 (hand coloured lithograph)
985988 Procession to the Lists, 1843 (hand coloured lithograph) by Nixon, James Henry (1802-57); Private Collection; (add.info.: Procession to the Lists; William Earl of Craven)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Okee-Makee-Quid, A Chippeway Chief, 1854 (hand finished lithographed plate)

Okee-Makee-Quid, A Chippeway Chief, 1854 (hand finished lithographed plate)
985967 Okee-Makee-Quid, A Chippeway Chief, 1854 (hand finished lithographed plate) by King, Charles Bird (1785-1862) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Okee-Makee-Quid, A Chippeway Chief)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Joan of Arc (oil on canvas)

Joan of Arc (oil on canvas)
988085 Joan of Arc (oil on canvas) by Costa, Joao Zeferino da (1840-1915); 83.2x64.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Joan of Arc; Jeanne D Arc. Zeferino da Costa (1840-1915). Oil on canvas

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Upper cover of a German bible, with engraved silver plaques depicting the crucifixion

Upper cover of a German bible, with engraved silver plaques depicting the crucifixion
985685 Upper cover of a German bible, with engraved silver plaques depicting the crucifixion and the four evangelists, 1570 (crimson velvet, copper-gilt engraved centerpiece)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Noahs Ark, 1570 (hand-coloured woodcut vignette, gold paint)

Noahs Ark, 1570 (hand-coloured woodcut vignette, gold paint)
985686 Noahs Ark, 1570 (hand-coloured woodcut vignette, gold paint) by German School, (16th century); 10.6x15.3 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Sir John Armytage, 2nd Bt. (1732-1758), half-length

Portrait of Sir John Armytage, 2nd Bt. (1732-1758), half-length
827763 Portrait of Sir John Armytage, 2nd Bt. (1732-1758), half-length, in Blue Coat and Crimson Waistcoat, 1758 (oil on canvas) by Batoni

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Jane Avril, 1893 (oil on board)

Jane Avril, 1893 (oil on board)
825665 Jane Avril, 1893 (oil on board) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 47.5x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Jane Avril. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901). Oil on board

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: The British Naval Franklin Search Expedition: H. M.s Resolute, Assistance

The British Naval Franklin Search Expedition: H. M.s Resolute, Assistance
828379 The British Naval Franklin Search Expedition: H.M.S Resolute, Assistance, Intrepid and Pioneer wintering in the Arctic, 1850-51 (oil on canvas) by Browne, William Henry (19th century) (attr)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, standing three-quarter length

Portrait of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, standing three-quarter length
652122 Portrait of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, standing three-quarter length, in Garter Robes, (oil on canvas) by Reynolds

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: The Inventor of Sails, 1877 (oil on canvas)

The Inventor of Sails, 1877 (oil on canvas)
659784 The Inventor of Sails, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Smallfield, Frederick (1829-1915); 83.9x104.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Inventor of Sails. Frederick Smallfield (1829-1915)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: The Peacemaker, (oil on canvas)

The Peacemaker, (oil on canvas)
658276 The Peacemaker, (oil on canvas) by Hardy, Heywood (1842-1933); 63.8x48.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peacemaker. Heywood Hardy (1843-1933). Oil on canvas

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Posthumous Portrait of the Marquise Fanny Grimaldi, nee Baronne von Burkenwald

Posthumous Portrait of the Marquise Fanny Grimaldi, nee Baronne von Burkenwald
659279 Posthumous Portrait of the Marquise Fanny Grimaldi, nee Baronne von Burkenwald, Princess of Santa Cruce, Marquise de Monaco et de Genes About to Join Her First Husband

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Two upper covers, showing eight portrait miniatures of Andre, Grey, Howe, Washington

Two upper covers, showing eight portrait miniatures of Andre, Grey, Howe, Washington
1195363 Two upper covers, showing eight portrait miniatures of Andre, Grey, Howe, Washington, Sneyd, Cornwallis, Wolfe and Clinton

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Nijinsky in Les Orientales, 1912 (oil on canvas)

Nijinsky in Les Orientales, 1912 (oil on canvas)
824394 Nijinsky in Les Orientales, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Blanche, Jacques-Emile (1861-1942); 81x65 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Nijinsky in Les Orientales. Jacques Emile Blanche (1861-1942)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of William Frederick, 2nd Duke of Gloucester, three-quarter length

Portrait of William Frederick, 2nd Duke of Gloucester, three-quarter length
824264 Portrait of William Frederick, 2nd Duke of Gloucester, three-quarter length, wearing the Uniform of Colonel of the 3rd Guards and the Breast Star of the Order of the Garter

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of Elizabeth Ewer, full-length, seated in a White Dress with a Yellow Shawl

Portrait of Elizabeth Ewer, full-length, seated in a White Dress with a Yellow Shawl
824254 Portrait of Elizabeth Ewer, full-length, seated in a White Dress with a Yellow Shawl, Playing a Harp, in an Interior, c.1768-73 (oil on canvas) by Kauffmann

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: A Parting Benediction- Speak truly on thy knighthood and thine oath

A Parting Benediction- Speak truly on thy knighthood and thine oath
824206 A Parting Benediction- Speak truly on thy knighthood and thine oath, (oil on canvas) by Landseer, Charles (1799-1879); 102x127 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of General George Washington (1732-1799) at the Battle of Trenton, full-length

Portrait of General George Washington (1732-1799) at the Battle of Trenton, full-length
824161 Portrait of General George Washington (1732-1799) at the Battle of Trenton, full-length, in a military uniform, c.1797 (oil on canvas) by Muller, Rober (1773-c.1800); 236x160

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of His Excellency Hamet Ben Hamet Ben Hadii, Ambassador Extraordinary from

Portrait of His Excellency Hamet Ben Hamet Ben Hadii, Ambassador Extraordinary from
824092 Portrait of His Excellency Hamet Ben Hamet Ben Hadii, Ambassador Extraordinary from the Empire of Morocco, 1682 (pencil and bodycolour) by Rosse

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Countess de Pourtales, the Former Mrs, 1876 (oil on canvas)

Countess de Pourtales, the Former Mrs, 1876 (oil on canvas)
1199637 Countess de Pourtales, the Former Mrs, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 116.3x75.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Portrait of the Marquise de Gonet, 1907 (pastel on paper)

Portrait of the Marquise de Gonet, 1907 (pastel on paper)
988906 Portrait of the Marquise de Gonet, 1907 (pastel on paper) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); 74x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Pendant l Office (Martin Luthers Doubts), 1860 (oil on panel)

Pendant l Office (Martin Luthers Doubts), 1860 (oil on panel)
989501 Pendant l Office (Martin Luthers Doubts), 1860 (oil on panel) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 88.3x68 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pendant l Office (Martin Luthers Doubts)

Background imageHistorical Personality Collection: Baptism of the Conde, (oil on canvas)

Baptism of the Conde, (oil on canvas)
989499 Baptism of the Conde, (oil on canvas) by Lesrel, Adolphe Alexandre (1839-1929); 82.5x117.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Baptism of the Conde. Adolphe Alexandre Lesrel (1839-1929)



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"Capturing History: A Glimpse into the Lives of Historical Personalities" Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink): A rare artifact showcasing President Lincoln's timeless presence and his enduring impact on American history. Portrait of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) in Armour, a Seascape and Battle Beyond: An evocative portrayal of the formidable leader amidst turbulent times; Cromwell's unwavering determination immortalized in art. Portrait of William Henry Paget Marquess of Anglesey, half length (oil on canvas): The noble visage of Lord Anglesey reveals the essence of an influential figure who left an indelible mark on British society. Portrait of William Pitt, standing three-quarter length in a Dark Jacket and Breeches: Pitt's commanding presence captured through brushstrokes reflects his pivotal role as one of Britain's most esteemed statesmen. Galileo Galilei and John Milton, 1921 (chromo): A captivating depiction uniting two great minds from different realms - science and literature - whose contributions shaped our world. Lord Shiva and Parvati on Mount Kailash (oil on canvas): An ethereal masterpiece that transports us to divine realms while honoring Hindu mythology's powerful deities with reverence. Red Thunder, Nez Perce (Nephew of Chief Joseph), 1903 (toned platinum print on heavy paper): Through this striking photograph emerges the spirit and resilience embodied by Native American tribes during challenging times. Chief of the Desert, Navaho, 1904 (platinum or toned gelatin silver print on porous paper): This poignant portrait captures the strength and wisdom exuded by a Navajo chief—a testament to indigenous heritage preserved through time.