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Ramsay Collection (#3)

Ramsay, a name that echoes through history with various notable figures and moments

Background imageRamsay Collection: David Hume, 18th century Scottish philosopher, economist and historian, (1845). Artist: W Holl

David Hume, 18th century Scottish philosopher, economist and historian, (1845). Artist: W Holl
David Hume, 18th century Scottish philosopher, economist and historian, (1845). Humes (1711-1776) most important work was A Treatise on Human Nature (1739)

Background imageRamsay Collection: The Countess of Dalhousie, 1883

The Countess of Dalhousie, 1883. The wife of John Ramsay, 13th Earl of Dalhousie, MP for Liverpool. A print from Vanity Fair, 1st December 1883

Background imageRamsay Collection: A letter from Allan Ramsay to John Gay, 18th century (1840)

A letter from Allan Ramsay to John Gay, 18th century (1840). The letter outlines part of a poetical epistle. From Historical and Literary Curiosities consisting of Fac-similies of Original Documents

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, c1920. Artist: G C Beresford

Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, c1920. Artist: G C Beresford
Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, c1920. Portrait of MacDonald (1866-1937), twice Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, 1910 (1938)

Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, 1910 (1938). Regarded as one of the founder members of the Labour Party, James Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937)

Background imageRamsay Collection: George III of the United Kingdom, (19th century). Artist: W Ridgway

George III of the United Kingdom, (19th century). Artist: W Ridgway
George III of the United Kingdom, (19th century). Portrait of King George III, (Mad King George, 1738-1820), who ruled Britain from 1760 until his son (the future King George IV) became Regent in 1811

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay MacDonald, British Prime Minister, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie

Ramsay MacDonald, British Prime Minister, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Ramsay MacDonald, British Prime Minister, 1926. Portrait of MacDonald (1866-1937). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Background imageRamsay Collection: Allan Ramsay, Scottish poet, (1870). Artist: William Howson

Allan Ramsay, Scottish poet, (1870). Artist: William Howson
Allan Ramsay, Scottish poet, (1870). An engraving of Ramsay (1686-1758) from Robert Chambers A Biographical Dictionary of Eminent Scotsmen, Blackie and Son, (Glasgow, Edinburgh, and London, 1870)

Background imageRamsay Collection: A mountain shepherd, 1901. Artist: Ramsay, Hugh (1877-1906)

A mountain shepherd, 1901. Artist: Ramsay, Hugh (1877-1906)
A mountain shepherd, 1901. Found in the collection of the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra

Background imageRamsay Collection: David Hume, Scottish philosopher, historian and economist, 1837

David Hume, Scottish philosopher, historian and economist, 1837. Portrait made in the 19th century after an 18th century original

Background imageRamsay Collection: Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Artist: George du Maurier

Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Artist: George du Maurier
Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Mr Punch bows to Agneta Frances Ramsay who sat, and passed with First Class Honours, the papers set

Background imageRamsay Collection: Galileo Galilei, Italian astronomer and physicist, 1635. Artist: Ramsay

Galileo Galilei, Italian astronomer and physicist, 1635. Artist: Ramsay
Galileo Galilei, Italian astronomer and physicist, 1635. One of the greatest scientists of all time, Galileo discovered Jupiters moons and the laws governing falling bodies

Background imageRamsay Collection: William Ramsay, Scottish chemist, 1908. Artist: Spy

William Ramsay, Scottish chemist, 1908. Artist: Spy
William Ramsay, Scottish chemist, 1908. Ramsay (1852-1916) discovered four of the inert gases, Neon, Argon, Krypton and Xenon, for which he won the the Nobel prize for Chemistry in 1904

Background imageRamsay Collection: Tatler cover - Alister Macdonald and Mary Pickford

Tatler cover - Alister Macdonald and Mary Pickford
Front cover of The Tatler featuring a photograph of Alister Macdonald, eldest son of British Prime Minister, Ramsay Macdonald and an architect by profession, pictured with film star, Mary Pickford

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay Macdonald caricatured by Autori

Ramsay Macdonald caricatured by Autori
(James) Ramsay MacDonald, the Scottish Labour Statesman pictured in caricature by Autori in The Tatler. Following the General Election of 1924 MacDonald was the first Labour MP to become British

Background imageRamsay Collection: Hon. Alexander Ramsay and Hon. George Lascelles

Hon. Alexander Ramsay and Hon. George Lascelles
Hon. Alexander Ramsay (1919-2000) (the only child of Princess Patricia of Connaught, who renounced her royal title and style when she married then-Captain the Hon)

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ishbel Macdonald playing golf on board the Berengaria

Ishbel Macdonald playing golf on board the Berengaria
Miss Ishbel Macdonald, daughter of Ramsay Macdonald, playing golf on board the Berengaria during a transatlantic voyage. Date: 1929

Background imageRamsay Collection: Marquess Dalhousie

Marquess Dalhousie
JAMES ANDREW BROWN RAMSAY, first marquess of DALHOUSIE, governor-general of India, watching as a block of stone is lowered into place... Date: 1812-1860

Background imageRamsay Collection: Four Mounted Policemen

Four Mounted Policemen
Four members of the City of London Police setting off with their horses to present a lucky horseshoe to Miss Joan Macdonald (Ramsay Macdonalds daughter) for her wedding. Date: 16 September 1932

Background imageRamsay Collection: William Ramsay / Vfair 08

William Ramsay / Vfair 08
SIR WILLIAM RAMSAY British chemist giving a lecture Date: 1852 - 1916

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay Macdonald Writing

Ramsay Macdonald Writing
Part of a letter from Ramsay MacDonald, British Labour Prime Minister Date: 20th century

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay MacDonald visit to New York

Ramsay MacDonald visit to New York
Ramsay MacDonald pictured with the Mayor of New York (right) and his daughter Ishbel (left). Date: 1929

Background imageRamsay Collection: David Hume (Ramsay)

David Hume (Ramsay)
DAVID HUME Scottish historian and philosopher Date: 1711 - 1776

Background imageRamsay Collection: James Andrew Brown Ramsay, first marquis of Dalhousie

James Andrew Brown Ramsay, first marquis of Dalhousie (1812-1860) statesman in India

Background imageRamsay Collection: In the Lobby of the House of Commons

In the Lobby of the House of Commons
Some prominent Parliamentary personalities pictured in the lobby of the House of Commons. In the left foreground are Messrs.A. Maclaren, J. R. Clynes and Philip Snowden

Background imageRamsay Collection: Brigadier-General Frank Ramsay

Brigadier-General Frank Ramsay, D.S.O. C.M.G, son of Brigadier-General W. H. Ramsay of the Queens Own Hussars. Began his military career in the Middlesex Regiment in 1897

Background imageRamsay Collection: Death Plaque in the name of Ralph Ramsay

Death Plaque in the name of Ralph Ramsay. Commemorative Ware

Background imageRamsay Collection: James Ramsay MacDonald - British Labour Politician

James Ramsay MacDonald - British Labour Politician
James Ramsay MacDonald (18661937) - British politician and statesman, the first ever Labour Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, leading a Labour Government in 1924

Background imageRamsay Collection: Mary Ramsay

Mary Ramsay
MARY RAMSAY wife of William Ramsay of Barnton, depicted at her writing table. Date: ? - 1891

Background imageRamsay Collection: Sir James Ramsay

Sir James Ramsay
SIR JAMES RAMSAY Scottish soldier in the service of Gustavus Adolphus Date: 1569 - 1638

Background imageRamsay Collection: Sir James Ramsay - 2

Sir James Ramsay - 2
SIR JAMES RAMSAY Scottish soldier in the service of Gustavus Adolphus Date: 1569 - 1638

Background imageRamsay Collection: Edward Bannerman Ramsay

Edward Bannerman Ramsay
EDWARD BANNERMAN RAMSAY Scottish churchman and writer. Date: 1793 - 1872

Background imageRamsay Collection: Allan Ramsays Home

Allan Ramsays Home
ALLAN RAMSAYs home, Edinburgh. Date: 1713 - 1784

Background imageRamsay Collection: Allan Ramsays Shop

Allan Ramsays Shop
ALLAN RAMSAYs shop in the High Street, Edinburgh. Date: 1713 - 1784

Background imageRamsay Collection: Allan Ramsay, Artist

Allan Ramsay, Artist
ALLAN RAMSAY Scottish artist, son of the writer of the same name Date: 1713 - 1784

Background imageRamsay Collection: Alison Lady Marjoribanks

Alison Lady Marjoribanks
ALISON lady MARJORIBANKS (nee Ramsay) wife of John, first baronet Date: CIRCA 1832

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay Macdonald Golf

Ramsay Macdonald Golf
RAMSAY MACDONALD British statesman, prime minister, on the golf course. Date: 1866 - 1937

Background imageRamsay Collection: Ramsay Macdonald and D

Ramsay Macdonald and D
RAMSAY MACDONALD British statesman, prime minister, with his daughter Ishbel. Date: 1866 - 1937

Background imageRamsay Collection: John Ramsay McCuloch

John Ramsay McCuloch
JOHN RAMSAY MCCULLOCH Scottish economist and author Date: 1789 - 1864

Background imageRamsay Collection: JAMES RAMSAY MACDONALD (1866-1937). British statesman. Photographed c1924

JAMES RAMSAY MACDONALD (1866-1937). British statesman. Photographed c1924

Background imageRamsay Collection: TUSKEGEE FACULTY COUNCIL. November 1902. Top row, left to right: Robert R. Taylor, R

TUSKEGEE FACULTY COUNCIL. November 1902. Top row, left to right: Robert R. Taylor, R.M. Attwell, Julius B. Ramsey, Chaplain Edgar J. Penny, M.T. Driver, William Maberry, George Washington Carver

Background imageRamsay Collection: EDINBURGH: VIEWS IN PORTOBELLO: 1. Ramsay Lane; 2. The Established Church; 3. High Street

EDINBURGH: VIEWS IN PORTOBELLO: 1. Ramsay Lane; 2. The Established Church; 3. High Street, looking east; 4. Town Hall; 5. Episcopalian Church

Background imageRamsay Collection: The Late Dean Ramsay, of Edinburgh, 1873

The Late Dean Ramsay, of Edinburgh, 1873

Background imageRamsay Collection: Allan Ramsay (Scottish, 1713 - 1784), Hand Studies, black chalk heightened with white

Allan Ramsay (Scottish, 1713 - 1784), Hand Studies, black chalk heightened with white on blue laid paper

Background imageRamsay Collection: Henry Bellenden, Allan Ramsay, 1713-1784, British

Henry Bellenden, Allan Ramsay, 1713-1784, British

Background imageRamsay Collection: Mary Adam signed and dated 1754, Allan Ramsay, 1713-1784, British

Mary Adam signed and dated 1754, Allan Ramsay, 1713-1784, British

Background imageRamsay Collection: Arabella Pershall, Lady Glenorchy Inscribed, lower left: Arabella | Pershall

Arabella Pershall, Lady Glenorchy Inscribed, lower left: Arabella | Pershall
Arabella Pershall, Lady Glenorchy Inscribed, lower left: " Arabella | Pershall Lady | Glenorchy Ano | 1740" ; upper left: " A. Ramsay pinx

Background imageRamsay Collection: Alexander Boswell, Lord Auchinleck, Allan Ramsay, 1713-1784, British

Alexander Boswell, Lord Auchinleck, Allan Ramsay, 1713-1784, British




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Ramsay, a name that echoes through history with various notable figures and moments. From the grandeur of royal marriages to the bravery of Allied commanders on D-Day, it has left its mark. In the realm of art, Allan Ramsay emerges as a prominent Scottish portrait painter from the 18th century. His self-portrait from 1739 showcases his talent and captures his essence for eternity. But Ramsay's influence extends beyond canvas and brushstrokes. Aston Villa Football Club proudly bears this name since its establishment in 1896. The club's triumph as FA Cup winners in 1894-5 solidifies their place in football history. Even Agneta Ramsay makes her appearance, immortalized by Punch magazine in 1887. Her presence adds a touch of humor to this diverse tapestry woven by individuals bearing the name Ramsay. Stepping onto the streets of Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Scotland, one can feel an air of heritage surrounding them. A street scene filled with centuries-old architecture reminds us that Ramsays have walked these paths before us. Political landscapes also witness the impact of this illustrious surname. Lord Sankey's tenure in 1935 exemplifies how power intertwines with names like Ramsay. And who could forget about Ramsay MacDonald? Leaping into the limelight, he led Britain as part of The Labour Party Cabinet during crucial times. Nottinghamshire's Rufford Abbey stands tall among historical landmarks associated with Ramsey—a testament to their enduring legacy across different regions and eras. Lastly, Susan Lawrence emerges as a trailblazer—a British Labour politician who embraced socialist ideals during her time—an early advocate for change under the banner of Ramsey. From marriage certificates signed by Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip to portraits capturing souls on canvas; from victorious football matches to political leadership—Ramsays have made their indelible mark throughout history across various realms.