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Background imageAdamson Collection: [Man], 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson

[Man], 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson
[Man], 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Rev. W. W. Duncan, Peebles (Sweet William), 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill

Rev. W. W. Duncan, Peebles (Sweet William), 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill
Rev. W. W. Duncan, Peebles (Sweet William), 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Dr. Sampson of York, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Dr. Sampson of York, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Dr. Sampson of York, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Rev. Thomas Jolly of Bowden, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Rev. Thomas Jolly of Bowden, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Rev. Thomas Jolly of Bowden, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Dr. Latham - Editor of Dictionary, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Dr. Latham - Editor of Dictionary, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Dr. Latham - Editor of Dictionary, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Dr. Arnold, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson

Dr. Arnold, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson
Dr. Arnold, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Thomas Duncan, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson

Thomas Duncan, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson
Thomas Duncan, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: General John Munro, Teanich, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

General John Munro, Teanich, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
General John Munro, Teanich, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Henning with Parthenon Frieze, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Henning with Parthenon Frieze, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Henning with Parthenon Frieze, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Lane and Lewis / Lane and Redding, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Lane and Lewis / Lane and Redding, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Lane and Lewis / Lane and Redding, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Dr. Foulis, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson

Dr. Foulis, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson
Dr. Foulis, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Finlay Children, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Finlay Children, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Finlay Children, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Lady Ruthven, ca. 1845. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson

Lady Ruthven, ca. 1845. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Hill & Adamson
Lady Ruthven, ca. 1845

Background imageAdamson Collection: St. Andrews. The Fore Tower of the Castle, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill

St. Andrews. The Fore Tower of the Castle, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill
St. Andrews. The Fore Tower of the Castle, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Newhaven Fishwife, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Newhaven Fishwife, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Newhaven Fishwife, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: FALL / BORDER TERRIER / 1929

FALL / BORDER TERRIER / 1929
CHAMPION BEN OF TWEEDEN Owned by Adamson. Date: 1929

Background imageAdamson Collection: Manhattan Serenade, c1942. Creator: Unknown

Manhattan Serenade, c1942. Creator: Unknown
Manhattan Serenade, c1942. Music written by Louis Alter in 1928, with lyrics by Harold Adamson in 1942. [Francis, Day & Hunter, Ltd. Robbins Music Corporation, London & New York, ]

Background imageAdamson Collection: Thomas Duncan, 1840s. Creator: J Smyth

Thomas Duncan, 1840s. Creator: J Smyth
Thomas Duncan, 1840s. Portrait of Scottish artist Thomas Duncan (1807-1845). Engraving after a photograph

Background imageAdamson Collection: Beans For Sale In The Old City Of Harar In Eastern Ethiopia; Harar, Ethiopia

Beans For Sale In The Old City Of Harar In Eastern Ethiopia; Harar, Ethiopia

Background imageAdamson Collection: Machiato Coffee In The Tomoca Coffee House; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Machiato Coffee In The Tomoca Coffee House; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Background imageAdamson Collection: Looking up through trees at skyscrapers in New York. USA

Looking up through trees at skyscrapers in New York. USA

Background imageAdamson Collection: Tilt shift lens image - looking up at Sykscrapers in Manhattan, New York. USA

Tilt shift lens image - looking up at Sykscrapers in Manhattan, New York. USA

Background imageAdamson Collection: Tef (Eragrostis Tef), The Tiny Staple Grain Of Ethiopia Used In Making Injera; Ethiopia

Tef (Eragrostis Tef), The Tiny Staple Grain Of Ethiopia Used In Making Injera; Ethiopia

Background imageAdamson Collection: Coffee Growing In The Highlands Of Ethiopia; Ethiopia

Coffee Growing In The Highlands Of Ethiopia; Ethiopia

Background imageAdamson Collection: Herded Cattle In The Western Highlands; Ethiopia

Herded Cattle In The Western Highlands; Ethiopia

Background imageAdamson Collection: Presbytery of Dumbarton, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Presbytery of Dumbarton, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Presbytery of Dumbarton, 1843-47

Background imageAdamson Collection: Grandiose Suburban House

Grandiose Suburban House
The grandiose home of a prosperous industrialist - The Towers, Didsbury, near Manchester, residence of Mr Adamson, engineer of the Manchester Ship Canal Date: 1885

Background imageAdamson Collection: The Battle of Sommesous, 1914, (1926). Artist: Sidney Adamson

The Battle of Sommesous, 1914, (1926). Artist: Sidney Adamson
The Battle of Sommesous, 1914, (1926). The village of Sommesous changed hands four times between the Germans and French during the Battle of the Marne in September 1914

Background imageAdamson Collection: Sevastopol. Monument to the Scuttled Ships

Sevastopol. Monument to the Scuttled Ships
Ukraine. Sevastopol. Monument to the Scuttled Ships. 1905. By A.G. Adamson, V.A. Feldman and O.I. Enberg. Sevastopol bay

Background imageAdamson Collection: Music cover, Ferry-Boat Serenade

Music cover, Ferry-Boat Serenade, words by Harold Adamson, music by E Di Lazzaro. 1940

Background imageAdamson Collection: I dont care who knows it - Music Sheet Cover

I dont care who knows it - Music Sheet Cover
I don t care who knows it - Music Sheet Cover, words by Harold Adamson, music by Jimmy McHugh starring George Raft, Joan Benett, Vivian Blaine and Peggy Ann Garner in Nob Hill




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"Adamson: A Legacy of Art, Innovation, and Social Change" Step into the world of Adamson, a name that resonates with creativity, progress, and historical significance. From Alexander Rutherford to William Ramsay and John Liston, Newhaven in 1843/47 witnessed their remarkable collaboration printed around 1916 - an artistic testament to their timeless brilliance. Just like the iconic song "Comin In On A Wing And A Prayer, " Adamson's journey is one filled with determination and resilience. They soared above challenges, leaving an indelible mark on the art world as the true "Queen Of The Fairies. " But Adamson's impact extended far beyond ethereal realms. They were champions of justice during the coal miners strike - using their artistry to shed light on social issues that plagued society. In Daniel Adamson's captivating masterpiece from 1900 (oil on canvas), we catch a glimpse of his grandiose suburban house - a symbol of prosperity intertwined with artistic vision. It stands as a testament to his unwavering dedication to both beauty and progress. The DDE-90020699 series captures moments frozen in time; each frame tells its own story within this rich tapestry called Adamson. These snapshots offer glimpses into history – fragments that connect us to our past while inspiring us for tomorrow. And let us not forget about David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson's enchanting creation: "The Misses Grierson" from c. 1845 or "Two Friars" from 1843/46 by Hill & Adamson themselves. Their collaborative efforts showcased human emotions through their lens - immortalizing ordinary lives in extraordinary ways. Adamson represents more than just a name; it embodies innovation, passion, and societal change throughout generations. As we delve deeper into their legacy, we uncover stories that transcend time – tales woven together by artists who dared to dream and create.