Hollyer Collection

Algernon Charles Swinburne, English poet, c1867. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Algernon Charles Swinburne, English poet, c1867. Swinburne (1837-1909) was one of the most noted and at times shocking poets of the Victorian era

The Happy Warrior, 1884 (1923). Artist: Frederick Hollyer
The Happy Warrior, 1884 (1923). Published in The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

Stock Exchange Walk, Brighton
Winner L. J. Hollyer at the conclusion of the Stock Exchange Brighton Walk. Founded by a member of the London Stock Exchange

Feeding Doves
Two young Victorian girls in pink and green silk dresses feeding white doves. Artist: Eva Hollyer Date: circa 1900

Feeding Chicks
Two young Victorian girls in blue and white silk dresses feeding five chicks. Artist: Eva Hollyer Date: circa 1900

Swinging
Young Victorian girl in a white dress with blue sash riding on a swing. Artist: Eva Hollyer Date: circa 1900

Girl with a bouquet of flowers on a greetings postcard by Eva Hollyer. Date: early 20th century

Portrait of William Morris (1834-1896). Creator: Hollyer, Frederick (1838-1933)
Portrait of William Morris (1834-1896). Private Collection

Portrait of Aubrey Beardsley (1872-1898), 1893. Creator: Hollyer, Frederick (1838-1933)
Portrait of Aubrey Beardsley (1872-1898), 1893. Private Collection

The Imperial Assemblage at Delhi, 1877, (1901). Creator: Frederick Hollyer
The Imperial Assemblage at Delhi, 1877, (1901). Queen Victoria is proclaimed Empress of India on 1 January 1877. The ceremony was attended by Viceroy of India Lord Lytton

William Morris, English artist and designer, 19th century. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
William Morris, English artist and designer, 19th century. Morris (1834-1896) was one of the principal founders of the British Arts and Crafts movement

HG Wells, British author, 1903. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
HG Wells, British author, 1903. Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) is best known for his science fiction novels such as The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, The Invisible Man

Sir Edward Burne-Jones and William Morris, 19th century. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Sir Edward Burne-Jones and William Morris, 19th century. Morris (1834-1896) was one of the principal founders of the British Arts and Crafts movement

Aubrey Beardsley, British artist, 1890s. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Aubrey Beardsley, British artist, 1890s. Beardsley (1872-1898) was the most original genius of British art in the 1890s. In his short career, before his early death from consumption

George Fraderick Watts, British painter and sculptor, c1880-1904. Watts (1817-1904) is associated with the Symbolist movement

Camille Pissarro, French Impressionist painter, c1890-1903. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Camille Pissarro, French Impressionist painter, c1890-1903

Ruskin and Holman Hunt Enjoy a Conversation On Art, c1925. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Ruskin and Holman Hunt Enjoy a Conversation On Art, c1925. John Ruskin, (1819-1900), English art critic. William Holman Hunt, (1827-1910), English painter

Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, c1909. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, c1909. The Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain in Piccadilly Circus, London, was erected in 1892-1893 to commemorate the philanthropic works of Lord Shaftesbury (1801-1885)

Waterloo Bridge, 1877. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Waterloo Bridge, 1877. From The Studio Volume 1 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

Portrait of the Late Mr. Gleeson White, c1898. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Portrait of the Late Mr. Gleeson White, c1898. Joseph William Gleeson White (1851-1898), English writer on art. From a photograph by Mr. F. Hollyer, 1898-9. From The Studio Volume 15

Mr. Walter Crane, c1893. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
Mr. Walter Crane, c1893. Walter Crane (1845-1915), English artist and book illustrator. From The Studio Volume 2. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

William Morris, British artist and designer, 19th century (1956). Morris (1834-1896) was one of the principal founders of the British Arts and Crafts movement

John Ruskin, British artist, author, critic and social thinker, 1900. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
John Ruskin, British artist, author, critic and social thinker, 1900. A photograph from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1900

William Morris (1834-1996), English artist and writer, 1930s. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
William Morris (1834-1996), English artist and writer, 1930s

George Meredith, English novelist and poet, c1909. Artist: Frederick Hollyer
George Meredith, English novelist and poet, c1909. Portrait of Meredith (1828-1909) who was also a war correspondent

Lilies Frederick H Hollyer English 1837 1933
Lilies; Frederick H. Hollyer (English, 1837 - 1933); about 1885; Platinum print; 33.7 × 19.1 cm (13 1, 4 × 7 1, 2 in.)

Scraps Received small white dog holding basket
Scraps Received small white dog holding a basket in its mouth; S. Hollyer (British, active 1860s - 1870s); about 1865; Albumen silver print

Loving couple in a punt
Lovers in a tranquil setting. Artist: Eve Hollyer Date: 1904

Frederick Hollyer (British, 1838-1933), John Ruskin, c. 1880s, platinum print

JOHN BURGOYNE (1722-1792). British soldier and dramatist. Engraving by Samuel Hollyer, 19th century

RALPH WALDO EMERSON (1803-1882). American philosopher and man of letters. Etching by Samuel Hollyer (1826-1919)

NYC: FULTON FERRY, 1746. A view of Fulton Ferry in New York City in 1746. Engraving by Samuel Hollyer, 1908

FOURTH OF JULY PICNIC. The Pic Nic on the Fourth of July, A Day to be Remembered
FOURTH OF JULY PICNIC. " The Pic Nic on the Fourth of July, A Day to be Remembered." Engraving by Samuel Hollyer and John Rogers, c1864

NYC: EAST RIVER, c1775. A view of Hell Gate channel on the East River, New York City, New York, c1775. Engraving by Samuel Hollyer, 1903

NYC: FARMHOUSE, 1698. A view of the Van de Voor farmhouse in New York City, 1698. Engraving by Samuel Hollyer, 1905

CATHARINE MARKET, 1850. Catharine Market in New York City, 1850. Engraving by Samuel Hollyer, 1903

NYC: LIBRARY, 1795. A view of the earliest library in New York City, 1795. Engraving by Samuel Hollyer, 1909

CHARLES CORNWALLIS (1738-1805). 1st Marquess Cornwallis. English soldier and diplomat. Steel engraving by Samuel Collyer, 19th century

THEATRES: NEW YORK. Interior of the John Street Theatre, New York City, as it appeared at the time of its opening on 7 December 1767. Line engraving, 1903, by Samuel Hollyer

James a Grant / Hollyer
JAMES AUGUSTUS GRANT traveller (with Speke) in Africa

Jh Speke / Hollyer / Southwl
JOHN HANNING SPEKE Traveller in Africa

Poe (Hollyer)
EDGAR ALLAN POE American writer

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Frederick Hollyer, a renowned English photographer of the 19th century, captured the essence of various artists and poets through his lens. One such poet was Algernon Charles Swinburne, whose enigmatic persona is beautifully portrayed in Hollyer's photograph from around 1867. The image exudes an air of mystery and creativity that perfectly complements Swinburne's poetic genius. It also ventured across the Atlantic to immortalize American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in an exquisite etching. Samuel Hollyer skillfully captures Longfellow's dignified presence, paying homage to his contribution to literature. Not limited to portraiture, Frederick it also documented everyday life scenes like Stock Exchange Walk in Brighton. Through his lens, he brings alive the bustling energy and vibrant atmosphere of this popular destination. In "The Happy Warrior, " another masterpiece by Frederick Hollyer, we witness his ability to capture emotions frozen in time. This poignant photograph showcases a warrior filled with determination and resilience as he faces life's challenges head-on. Moving away from human subjects, Hollyer turns his attention towards nature with images like "Feeding Doves" and "Feeding Chicks. " These photographs highlight the delicate balance between humans and animals while showcasing their inherent beauty. It also explores moments of joy and playfulness through photographs like "Swinging. " This image transports us back to carefree childhood days spent soaring through the air on swings—a reminder of simpler times filled with laughter and innocence. As a versatile artist himself, Frederick Hollyer collaborated with other creative minds such as William Morris. His portrait captures Morris' visionary spirit as an artist and designer who left an indelible mark on British arts and crafts movement during the 19th century. Another notable collaboration was with Aubrey Beardsley—an iconic figure known for pushing artistic boundaries. In this striking portrait taken by Frederick Hollyer, Beardsley's enigmatic gaze and distinctive style are perfectly encapsulated.