Rhead Collection

Jane, 1897. Creator: Rhead, Louis John (1858-1926)
Jane, 1897. Private Collection

The Quartier Latin magazine, c1895. Private Collection

Pride of the Spirit, 1900. Illustration for The Life and Death of Mr Badman by John Bunyan. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1900

Louis John Rhead (1857-1926) was an English-born American, artist, illustrator, author and angler, 1898. From The Studio, Volume Eight [London Offices of the Studio V, London, 1898]

MERLIN THE MAGICIAN, 1923. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for The Story
MERLIN THE MAGICIAN, 1923. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for " The Story of King Arthur & His Knights" by Sir James Knowles, 1923

LADY OF THE LAKE, 1923. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for the Story of King Arthur and His Knights by Sir James Knowles, 1923

KING ARTHUR AND EXCALIBUR. King Arthur receiving the sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for The Story of King Arthur & His Knights

QUEEN GUINEVERE, 1923. Queen Guinevere Goes A-Maying. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for The Story of King Arthur and His Knights by Sir James Thomas Knowles, 1923

LA BELLE ISAULT, 1923. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for The Story of King Arthur and His Knights, by Sir James Thomas Knowles

PRINCE ARTHUR, 1923. Arthur drawing the sword from the stone. Illustration by Louis Rhead (1857-1926) for " The Story of King Arthur & His Knights" by Sir James Knowles, 1923

Poster for The Sun, New-York. Rhead, Louis 1857-1926, Artist

poster for the journal The Sun. Marx, Rhead, Louis, 1857-1926, Artist

Poster for Morning Journal. Rhead, Louis, 1857-1926, Artist

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Louis John Rhead (1858-1926) was a talented English-born American artist, illustrator, author, and angler. His work spanned various mediums and subjects, showcasing his immense creativity and skill. One of Rhead's notable creations is "Jane, " a captivating piece from 1897. This artwork demonstrates his ability to capture the essence of beauty in his illustrations. The attention to detail and the delicate strokes make this piece truly remarkable. Rhead's talent extended beyond individual artworks; he also contributed to magazines like "The Quartier Latin" around 1895. His illustrations added depth and visual appeal to these publications, making them even more enticing for readers. "Pride of the Spirit" is another masterpiece by Rhead that deserves recognition. Created in 1900, this artwork showcases his ability to convey emotions through visuals. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring life to the characters depicted within it. In addition to these works, Rhead made significant contributions as an illustrator for literary pieces such as "Merlin the Magician. " His illustration for "The Story" captures Merlin's mystical aura perfectly, adding an enchanting element to the narrative. Another iconic character brought to life by Rhead is King Arthur himself. In one illustration titled "King Arthur and Excalibur, " we witness Arthur receiving the legendary sword from the Lady of the Lake—a pivotal moment in Arthurian legend beautifully portrayed by Rhead's artistic prowess. Queen Guinevere also found her place among Rhead's creations with an illustration titled "Queen Guinevere Goes A-Maying. " This depiction highlights her gracefulness while participating in traditional May Day festivities—an exquisite portrayal that adds depth to her character. Rhead continued exploring themes related to King Arthur with illustrations like "La Belle Isault" and "Lady of the Lake. " These artworks showcase his ability not only as an artist but also as a storyteller who brings legends alive through his visuals.