Lionel Cust Collection

The Man of Sorrows. Title-page to Small Passion. c1511, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Man of Sorrows. Title-page to Small Passion. c1511, (1906). The drawing is held by the British Museum, London. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co

The Virgin and Child crowned by two Angels, 1518, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Virgin and Child crowned by two Angels, 1518, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

A Rhinoceros, 1515, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
A Rhinoceros, 1515, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

Portrait of Pirkheimer, 1524, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Portrait of Pirkheimer, 1524, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

Bookplate of Willibald Pirkheimer, c1502-1503, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Bookplate of Willibald Pirkheimer, c1502-1503, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

Portrait of Emperor Maximilian I, 1511, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Portrait of Emperor Maximilian I, 1511, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

St. Anthony Reading, 1519, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
St. Anthony Reading, 1519, (1906). The drawing is held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

St. Jerome in His Cell, 1511, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
St. Jerome in His Cell, 1511, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

Portrait of Albrecht Durer, 1527, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Portrait of Albrecht Durer, 1527, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

The Coat of Arms with a Lion and a Cock, c1502-1503, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Coat of Arms with a Lion and a Cock, c1502-1503, (1906). The drawing is held by the National Gallery of Arts, London. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co

Group of Dogs. From the engraving of St. Eustace, by A. Durer, c1500, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Group of Dogs. From the engraving of St. Eustace, by A. Durer, c1500, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

Self-Portrait, 1500, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Self-Portrait, 1500, (1906). The painting is held by the Alte Pinakothek, Munich. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

The Birth of the Virgin Mary, c1503-1504, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Birth of the Virgin Mary, c1503-1504, (1906). The work is held by the National Gallery of Art, Washington. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co

The Holy Family in Egypt, c1501-1502, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Holy Family in Egypt, c1501-1502, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

The Babylonish Whore, 1498, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Babylonish Whore, 1498, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

The Life of the Virgin, 1511, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Life of the Virgin, 1511, (1906). The work is held by the Hermitage, St. Petersburg. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

The Prodigal Son, c1497, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Prodigal Son, c1497, (1906). The drawing is housed in the Print Room, British Museum, London. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

The Promenade, c1498, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Promenade, c1498, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

Portrait of the artist holding a thistle, 1493, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Portrait of the artist holding a thistle, 1493, (1906). The painting is held by the Musee du Louvre, Paris. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

Portrait of Albrecht Durer when a boy. c1491, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Portrait of Albrecht Durer when a boy. c1491, (1906). The drawing is held by the University Library of Erlangen, Germany. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co

Albrecht Durer at the age of thirteen. From a drawing by himself, 1484, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Albrecht Durer at the age of thirteen. From a drawing by himself, 1484, (1906). The work is in the Albertina collection of the Graphische Sammlung, Vienna

Armorial Bearings of the Durer Family, 1523, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Armorial Bearings of the Durer Family, 1523, (1906). The work is housed at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuernberg, Germany. From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co

The Madonna with the Monkey, c1498, (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Madonna with the Monkey, c1498, (1906). From The Engravings of Albert Durer, by Lionel Cust. [Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1906]

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Lionel Cust, a man of diverse interests and passions, was captivated by the works of renowned artist Albrecht Durer. From the hauntingly beautiful "Man of Sorrows" to the ethereal "Virgin and Child crowned by two Angels, " Cust found solace in Durer's masterpieces. One particular artwork that caught his eye was the enigmatic "Rhinoceros. " This depiction fascinated Cust, as it showcased Durer's ability to capture both realism and imagination. The intricate details of this creature left him in awe, pondering over its symbolism. Cust also admired Durer's skill in portraiture, evident in his striking portrayal of Pirkheimer. The intensity captured within Pirkheimer's gaze spoke volumes about his character and intellect. Similarly, Emperor Maximilian I exuded power and authority through Durer's brushstrokes. Intrigued by bookplates, Cust marveled at Durer's creation for Willibald Pirkheimer. The intricately designed coat of arms with a lion and a cock symbolized strength and vigilance – qualities that resonated deeply with Cust. Dogs held a special place in Lionel Cust's heart; thus, he found himself drawn to Durer's depiction within the engraving of St. Eustace. Their loyalty and companionship mirrored his own appreciation for these faithful creatures. Amongst all these remarkable artworks stood an iconic self-portrait capturing Albrecht Durer himself during 1500. This introspective piece revealed not only the artist but also offered glimpses into his inner world – one filled with creativity and self-reflection. Lionel Cust recognized that through each masterpiece he encountered from Albrecht Durer’s collection, there lay hidden stories waiting to be discovered. These works transported him to different realms – from religious contemplation depicted in "St Anthony Reading" to solitude portrayed in "St Jerome in His Cell.