William Luson Thomas Collection

The late Mr W Luson Thomas, Founder of the Graphic (b / w photo)
1600293 The late Mr W Luson Thomas, Founder of the Graphic (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr W Luson Thomas, Founder of the Graphic)

Mr W L Thomas and the "Graphic"(b / w photo)
1596924 Mr W L Thomas and the " Graphic" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr W L Thomas and the " Graphic")

A brother and sister living together, 1850
3478581 A brother and sister living together, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a brother and sister living together)

"Christmas Presents" - drawn by George Thomas, 1862. Creator: William Luson Thomas
"Christmas Presents" - drawn by George Thomas, 1862. From "Illustrated London News", 1862.

"Christmas Presents" - drawn by George Thomas, 1862. Creator: William Luson Thomas
"Christmas Presents" - drawn by George Thomas, 1862. From "Illustrated London News", 1862.

A Meeting of the Council of the Society of Arts (litho)
1048630 A Meeting of the Council of the Society of Arts (litho) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Meeting of the Council of the Society of Arts)

The Mission of the Apostles, from "Illustrated London News", October 30, 1865
The Mission of the Apostles, from " Illustrated London News", October 30, 1865

The Declaration, from "Illustrated London News", August 29, 1868
The Declaration, from " Illustrated London News", August 29, 1868

Soldiers Playing at Cards, from "Illustrated London News", May 4, 1861
Soldiers Playing at Cards, from " Illustrated London News", May 4, 1861

L Atelier de Rembrandt, tableau de J. Gilbert (Rembrandts Studio, a painting by J. Gilbert), from " L Univers Illustre, " p. 395, November 14, 1861

The First Time of Asking, from "Illustrated London News", May 8, 1896
The First Time of Asking, from " Illustrated London News", May 8, 1896

Grandfathers Portrait, from "Illustrated London News", January 4, 1862
Grandfathers Portrait, from " Illustrated London News", January 4, 1862

La Toilette des Morts, from "Illustrated London News", July 25, 1863
La Toilette des Morts, from " Illustrated London News", July 25, 1863

The Duennas Return, from "Illustrated London News", May 19, 1860
The Duennas Return, from " Illustrated London News", May 19, 1860

La Priere (The Prayer), from "Illustrated London News", March 2, 1867
La Priere (The Prayer), from " Illustrated London News", March 2, 1867

Rembrandt in his studio. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, 1606 - 1669. Dutch artist. After an engraving by William Luson Thomas from a work by Sir John Gilbert

Eastwood Ho! Engraving by William Luson Thomas after the 1857 painting by Henry Nelson O Neil. The picture shows soldiers on a British troopship saying farewell to family

Drawings Prints, Print, Duennas Return, Artist, Engraver, John Callcott Horsley
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Duennas Return, from the Illustrated London News, Artist, Engraver, After, John Callcott Horsley, William Luson Thomas, British, London 1817-1903 London, British

Drawings Prints, Print, La Priere, Engraver, Artist, William Luson Thomas, Gustav Pope
Drawings and Prints, Print, La Priere, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, William Luson Thomas, Gustav Pope, British, London 1830-1900 Chertsey, Surrey, British, 1831-1910

Drawings Prints, Print, Tired Nature sweet Restorer, Balmy Sleep, Engraver, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, Tired Nature sweet Restorer, Balmy Sleep, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, William Luson Thomas, Edward Charles Barnes, British

Drawings Prints, Print, L Innominato, Artist, Engraver, Alessandro Guardassoni
Drawings and Prints, Print, L Innominato, from the Illustrated London News, Artist, Engraver, After, Alessandro Guardassoni, William Luson Thomas, Italian, Bologna 1819-1888 Bologna, British

Drawings Prints, Print, Childs Prayer, Engraver, Artist, William Luson Thomas
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Childs Prayer, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, William Luson Thomas, Henry Lejeune, British, London 1830-1900 Chertsey, Surrey, British

Drawings Prints, Print, Declaration, Engraver, Artist, William Luson Thomas, Frederick Goodall
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Declaration, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, William Luson Thomas, Frederick Goodall, British, London 1830-1900 Chertsey, Surrey, British

Drawings Prints, L Atelier de Rembrandt, tableau J. Gilbert, L Univers Illustre, p
Drawings and Prints, L Atelier de Rembrandt, tableau de J. Gilbert (from L Univers Illustre, p. 395), Artist, After, William Luson Thomas, Sir John Gilbert, British, London 1830-1900 Chertsey

Drawings Prints, Print, Eastward, Ho!, August, 1857, Engraver, Artist, William Luson Thomas
Drawings and Prints, Print, Eastward Ho! August 1857, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, William Luson Thomas, Henry Nelson O Neil, British, London 1830-1900 Chertsey, Surrey

Drawings Prints, Print, La, Toilette, des, Morts, Engraver, Artist, William Luson Thomas
Drawings and Prints, Print, La Toilette des Morts, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, William Luson Thomas, Edward Matthew Ward, British, London 1830-1900 Chertsey, Surrey

Drawings Prints, Print, Soldiers Playing Cards, Artist, Draftsman, Engraver, Drawn block
Drawings and Prints, Print, Soldiers Playing at Cards, from the Illustrated London News, Artist, Draftsman, Engraver, After, Drawn on the block by, Luis Ruiperez, Matthew Somerville Morgan

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Remembering the late Mr W Luson Thomas, the visionary founder of the Graphic. His black and white photograph captures his determination and passion for journalism. In this captivating image, Mr W L Thomas stands proudly beside the iconic "Graphic" publication. A testament to his unwavering commitment to delivering news with integrity and excellence. A historic moment frozen in time: The Council of the Society of Arts convenes under Mr W Luson Thomas' lithographic masterpiece. His artistic prowess shines through as he merges creativity with societal progress. "The Mission of the Apostles, " a profound illustration from "Illustrated London News", showcases Mr W Luson Thomas' ability to capture religious narratives with depth and emotion. A true master storyteller. "The Declaration" resonates powerfully from its pages in "Illustrated London News". With every stroke, Mr W Luson Thomas immortalizes significant moments that shape our history. Through his lens, soldiers find solace amidst chaos as they engage in a game of cards. This poignant photograph from "Illustrated London News" reminds us of their humanity amid war's brutality. Journey into Rembrandt's studio through J. Gilbert's painting, skillfully brought to life by William Luson Thomas. An artist himself, he celebrates artistry across mediums within his publications. "The First Time of Asking, " an enchanting tale captured by William Luson Thomas for "Illustrated London News". Through his lens, we witness love blooming against all odds - a timeless story beautifully told. Grandfather's portrait comes alive on these pages from "Illustrated London News". In preserving family legacies, William Luson Thomas ensures that memories endure beyond generations. In somber elegance lies "La Toilette des Morts", another evocative piece featured in "Illustrated London News". Through delicate strokes and careful composition, William pays homage to those departed but not forgotten.