The Flying Dutchman Collection

Illustration for The Flying Dutchman, or Der Fliegende Hollander (colour litho)
5198742 Illustration for The Flying Dutchman, or Der Fliegende Hollander (colour litho) by Gehrts, Johannes (1855-1921) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Flying Dutchman, or Der Fliegende Hollander (colour litho)
5198736 Illustration for The Flying Dutchman, or Der Fliegende Hollander (colour litho) by Gehrts, Johannes (1855-1921) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Richard Wagner and a scene from his opera The Flying Dutchman, 1913 (colour litho)
3102305 Richard Wagner and a scene from his opera The Flying Dutchman, 1913 (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scene from Wagners Opera "The Flying Dutchman, "at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)
1602540 Scene from Wagners Opera " The Flying Dutchman, " at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving) by Friston, David Henry (fl.1853-82); Private Collection; (add.info)

Honus Wagner and friend, c. 1898 (tintype photo)
696522 Honus Wagner and friend, c.1898 (tintype photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Flying Dutchman, Act II scene i (gravure)
666898 The Flying Dutchman, Act II scene i (gravure) by Leeke, Ferdinand (1859-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Flying Dutchman, Act II scene i)

Daland looked at the stranger keenly (colour litho)
979608 Daland looked at the stranger keenly (colour litho) by Hendrich, Hermann (1854-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daland looked at the stranger keenly)

Mr Anthony Fokker, the famous Dutch airman, gives a gliding demonstration at Peacehaven, East Sussex, England October 1922

Germany, Bayreuth, The Flying Dutchman 1901
Max Bruckner (1836-1918), The Ghost Vessel, 1901, sketch for the scenic design for the first act of The Flying Dutchman (1843) by Richard Wagner (1813-1883)

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"The Flying Dutchman: A Tale of Myth, Opera, and Aviation" Step into the Looking Glass and travel back to 1 January 1830, where a mesmerizing colour lithograph brings to life the legend of "The Flying Dutchman. " This captivating illustration sets the stage for Richard Wagner's opera, "Der Fliegende Hollander, " which continues to enchant audiences with its haunting melodies. Fast forward to 1913, and another vibrant colour litho transports us into Wagner's world once more. The scene depicts the composer himself alongside a dramatic moment from his timeless opera. The intensity is palpable as we witness the tormented existence of the cursed captain doomed to sail eternally. Intrigue unfolds at London's Lyceum Theatre in an engraving capturing a scene from Wagners' masterpiece. Honus Wagner and his friend take center stage in a tintype photo circa 1898, showcasing their fascination with this legendary tale that transcends time. Act II Scene I comes alive through an exquisite gravure depicting "The Flying Dutchman" in all its glory. Daland gazes keenly at the stranger who holds both mystery and salvation within him. Another set of vivid colour lithographs further immerses us in this operatic journey filled with love, redemption, and eternal damnation. As we delve deeper into cultural references surrounding "The Flying Dutchman, " Christmas Pantomimes and Burlesques come into play through an intriguing engraving. These adaptations pay homage to the enduring allure of this mythical figure whose story has captivated generations across various art forms. Finally, our voyage concludes with Mr Anthony Fokker's gliding demonstration at Peacehaven—an embodiment of how even aviation draws inspiration from folklore like "The Flying Dutchman. " Just as this legendary character defies nature by sailing endlessly against fierce winds, Fokker pushes boundaries by taking flight beyond what was once thought possible.