Lady Godiva Collection

Godiva Disrobing to Ride Through Coventry, 1887 (oil on canvas)
3506559 Godiva Disrobing to Ride Through Coventry, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Sharp, Joseph Henry (1859-1953); 53.6x36 cm; Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; (add.info.: Godiva)

Lady Godiva, 1870. Creator: Van Lerius, Jozef (1823-1876)
Lady Godiva, 1870. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

The International Exhibition: The Lady Godiva Ribbon, by J. Ratliff and Son, of Coventry, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: The Lady Godiva Ribbon, by J. Ratliff and Son, of Coventry, 1862. This work consists of a passage from Tennyson's poem "Godiva" illuminated in a masterly

Mrs Sonia Williams, wife of a Kingshurst newsagent in Birmingham, wanted to ride the streets of Kingshurst naked, riding a white horse

Lady Godiva (after G. Jones), early 20th century (oil on canvas)
3506499 Lady Godiva (after G. Jones), early 20th century (oil on canvas) by Weston, Florence (c.1868-1942); 76x63 cm; Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; © Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

Group of Mrs L W Crouchs Poodles (b / w photo)
3652218 Group of Mrs L W Crouchs Poodles (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of Mrs L W Crouchs Poodles, Orchard Tommy Tucker, Orchard Sally)

Lord Godiva (colour litho)
3642875 Lord Godiva (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Godiva. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Lady Godiva, from the picture in the Vernon Gallery (engraving)
5199000 Lady Godiva, from the picture in the Vernon Gallery (engraving) by Jones, George (1786-1869) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Godiva, from the picture in the Vernon Gallery)

Punch cartoon: The New Lady Godiva (engraving)
6034737 Punch cartoon: The New Lady Godiva (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: The New Lady Godiva)

Lady Godiva (engraving)
1047778 Lady Godiva (engraving) by Leighton, Edmund Blair (1853-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Godiva)

Procession of Lady Godiva at Coventry Fair (engraving)
960017 Procession of Lady Godiva at Coventry Fair (engraving) by Gee, David (1793-1872); Private Collection; (add.info.: Procession of Lady Godiva, at Coventry Fair. After David Gee)

Martin Lightfoot undertakes to be the bearer of the letter to Earl Leofric
STC400801 Martin Lightfoot undertakes to be the bearer of the letter to Earl Leofric, illustration from Hereward the Great by Charles Kingsley, pub. 1870, engraved by C.G

Peeping Tom (photo)
727556 Peeping Tom (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peeping Tom. Illustration for Pictures in Colour of Warwickshire (Jarrold)

Godiva Procession at Coventry Fair, the Procession forming at St Michaels Church (engraving)
1101979 Godiva Procession at Coventry Fair, the Procession forming at St Michaels Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Herewards interview with his mother and the priest Herluin
STC400800 Herewards interview with his mother and the priest Herluin, illustration from Hereward the Great by Charles Kingsley, pub. 1870, engraved by C.G

Lady Godiva (engraving)
979354 Lady Godiva (engraving) by Jones, George (1786-1869); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Godiva. Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Lady Godiva (oil on paper on panel)
884768 Lady Godiva (oil on paper on panel) by Corbould, Edward Henry (1815-1905); 121.9x71.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Lady Godiva Procession, Coventry, 1867 (oil on canvas)
3506325 Lady Godiva Procession, Coventry, 1867 (oil on canvas) by Gee, David (1793-1872); 75x64 cm; Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; eHerbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry; English

La Milo as Lady Godiva, 1907 (b / w photo)
3642593 La Milo as Lady Godiva, 1907 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Milo as Lady Godiva, 1907)

The Three Spires, Coventry (photo)
727552 The Three Spires, Coventry (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Three Spires, Coventry)

"Lady Godiva"(Sculpture), by J Thomas, in the Exhibition of the Royal Academy (engraving)
1613021 " Lady Godiva" (Sculpture), by J Thomas, in the Exhibition of the Royal Academy (engraving) by English School

The Coronation Celebrations at Coventry, Lady Godiva in the Procession (litho)
1040635 The Coronation Celebrations at Coventry, Lady Godiva in the Procession (litho) by Redon, Georges (1869-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coronation Celebrations at Coventry)

Lady Godiva (coloured engraving)
812659 Lady Godiva (coloured engraving) by Jones, George (1786-1869) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Godiva, from a picture in the Vernon Gallery. Painted by George Jones, R.A)

Earl Leofric and Lady Godiva (engraving)
2792890 Earl Leofric and Lady Godiva (engraving) by Leighton, Edmund Blair (1853-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Leofric and Lady Godiva)

Lady Godiva, c. 1861-1864 (marble)
1072585 Lady Godiva, c.1861-1864 (marble) by Whitney, Anne (1821-1915); 170.2x71.1x61 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; American, out of copyright

The Godiva Clock, Broadgate, City Centre, Coventry, 20th December 1988. City Engineer, Frank Jeans, checks the mechanism of the old clock

A fisheye view of Broadgate, Coventry city centre. 17th June 1982

A view of Broadgate, Coventry city centre. The Owen Owen department store is in the background with the Lady Godiva statue shown on the grassy area. The Hotel Leofric is to the left of the image

1897 Lady Godiva show at Coventry 1897, Coventry Motette. Creator: Unknown
1897 Lady Godiva show at Coventry 1897, Coventry Motette

Lady Godiva rides through Coventry, (19th century). Artist: JB Allen
Lady Godiva rides through Coventry, (19th century). Godiva or Godgifu (990-1067) is popularly believed to have ridden naked through the streets of Coventry in England

Lady Godiva, 1861. Godiva or Godgifu (990-1067) is popularly believed to have ridden naked through the streets of Coventry in England. Illustration from The Illustrated London News, (22 June 1861)

Saint Class, No. 2904, Lady Godiva
Built May 1906

Source Size = 2569 x 2496
" lady Godiva" (Sculpture), by J. Thomas, in the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1861

Coventry Pageant
circa 1890: Lady Godiva mounts a fine white horse for a pageant in Coventry and a crowd of people look on. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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In the early 20th century, a captivating painting titled "Lady Godiva" by G. Jones emerged, depicting the timeless tale of this legendary figure. However, let us delve into the story behind this iconic name. Meet Mrs Sonia Williams, a remarkable woman who resided in Birmingham as the wife of a Kingshurst newsagent. Little did she know that her life would become intertwined with the famous Lady Godiva. The image has been immortalized through various mediums throughout history. An enchanting oil on canvas portrait from an unknown artist captures her beauty and grace during this era. Meanwhile, a black and white photograph showcases Mrs L W Crouch's poodles gathered together in what appears to be an unrelated scene. Yet it serves as a reminder that even amidst everyday life, tales like Lady Godiva continue to captivate our imaginations. A colorful lithograph portrays Lord Godiva alongside his beloved wife, showcasing their regal presence within society. This artwork transports us back to an era where legends were born and celebrated. An engraving taken from the Vernon Gallery depicts Lady Godiva herself in all her splendor – her flowing hair cascading down her back as she fearlessly rides through Coventry on horseback. The details captured in this piece are truly awe-inspiring. Punch magazine humorously portrayed "The New Lady Godiva" in another engraving, adding a touch of whimsy to this age-old tale. It reminds us that even legends can be reimagined and adapted for contemporary audiences' enjoyment. Another engraving showcases the procession at Coventry Fair – an event steeped in tradition and folklore that continues to enthrall spectators year after year. The vibrant colors and lively atmosphere depicted here transport us directly into the heart of medieval England. Martin Lightfoot emerges as a key character within this narrative; he bravely undertakes the task of delivering an important letter to Earl Leofric.