William Quiller Orchardson Collection

Mr W Q Orchardson, ARA (engraving)
1588557 Mr W Q Orchardson, ARA (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr W Q Orchardson, ARA. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 February 1868)

The Recent Elections at the Royal Academy (engraving)
1050051 The Recent Elections at the Royal Academy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Elections at the Royal Academy)

William Quiller Orchardson, 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
William Quiller Orchardson, 1860s

Toilers of the Sea, 1870, (c1930). Creator: William Quiller Orchardson
Toilers of the Sea, 1870, (c1930). Fishermen with their catch in rough seas. The older man holds a young boy close to him as he steers the boat

The Voltaire Incident, 1883-1907, (c1930). Creator: William Quiller Orchardson
The Voltaire Incident, 1883-1907, (c1930). Scene based on a real incident: the French satirist Voltaire (1694-1778) has been beaten by the servants of the Duc de Rohan after Voltaire outsmarted him

Prince Henry, Poins, and Falstaff. (King Henry IV - First Part), c1870. Artists
Prince Henry, Poins, and Falstaff. (King Henry IV - First Part), c1870. From The Works of Shakspere, by Charles Knight. [Virtue & Co. Limited, London, c1870]

Christopher Sly (Taming of the Shrew), c1870. Artist: Charles W Sharpe
Christopher Sly (Taming of the Shrew), c1870. From The Works of Shakspere, by Charles Knight. [Virtue & Co. Limited, London, c1870]

Her Mothers Voice, c1888, (c1900). Artist: William Quiller Orchardson
Her Mothers Voice, c1888, (c1900). Held by the Tate, London. From Famous Pictures of the World, c1900

Talbot and the Countess of Auvergne, 1875, (c1915). Artist: William Quiller Orchardson
Talbot and the Countess of Auvergne, 1875, (c1915). From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

The Young Duke, 1888. Artist: William Quiller Orchardson
The Young Duke, 1888. Painting held in the Lady Lever Art Gallery, Liverpool. From The Studio Volume 82. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1921]

Artist and R A, William Quiller Orchardson, Scottish artist, 1898. Artist: Spy
Artist and R A, William Quiller Orchardson, Scottish artist, 1898. Born in Scotland, Orchardson (1832-1910) was a subject and portrait painter who moved to London in 1862

The Young Housewife Study, c1878. Artist: William Quiller Orchardson
The Young Housewife Study, c1878. From The Studio Volume 50. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1910]

William Quiller Orchardson, artist and Royal Academician, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
William Quiller Orchardson, artist and Royal Academician, 1882. Born in Scotland, Orchardson (1832-1910) was a subject and portrait painter who moved to London in 1862

The Farmers Daughter, 1881, (1912). Artist: William Quiller Orchardson
The Farmers Daughter, 1881, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

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William Quiller Orchardson was a renowned artist of the 19th century, known for his exceptional talent and diverse range of subjects. His masterpiece "Napoleon on Board the Bellerophon, 1815" captures the historical moment with meticulous detail and evocative brushstrokes. In an engraving titled "Mr W Q Orchardson, ARA, " we catch a glimpse of the artist himself, perhaps contemplating his next great work. Orchardson's keen eye for capturing significant events is evident in "The Recent Elections at the Royal Academy. " Through this engraving, he immortalizes a pivotal moment in art history. Another photograph from the 1860s showcases Orchardson amidst his creative process, surrounded by tools that bring life to his visions. "Toilers of the Sea, " painted in 1870 but reproduced later, displays Orchardson's ability to depict human struggle and resilience against nature's might. Similarly captivating is "The Voltaire Incident, " created between 1883-1907. This thought-provoking piece invites viewers to contemplate society's response to controversial ideas. In exploring theatrical themes, Orchardson brings characters like Prince Henry and Falstaff from Shakespeare's works into vivid existence. His portrayal of Christopher Sly from "Taming of the Shrew" demonstrates his skillful interpretation of complex personalities. "Napoleon on Board H. M. S. Bellerophon" (1896) further exemplifies Orchadson's fascination with historical moments as he revisits Napoleon Bonaparte during his exile aboard the ship after Waterloo. Moving beyond grand narratives, Orchardson also delves into intimate scenes such as "Her Mother’s Voice" (c1888). This painting encapsulates tender emotions through delicate brushwork and subtle expressions. His ability to capture emotional depth extends to portraits like "Talbot and Countess Auvergne. " The connection between these two figures is palpable as their gazes meet, revealing a story untold.