Arthur Hallam Rice Collection

The Tanfield Arch in 1804, (1945). Creator: Joseph Constantine Stadler
The Tanfield Arch in 1804, (1945). The Causey Arch near Stanley in County Durham is the worlds oldest surviving single arch railway bridge

Camden Town Engine Sheds, c. 1935, (1945). Creator: Norman Wilkinson
Camden Town Engine Sheds, c. 1935, (1945). London, Midland & Scottish Railway poster of steam locomotives at Camden Motive Power Depot in north London

Travelling on the Liverpool and Machester Railway, 1831, (1945). Creator: SG Hughes
Travelling on the Liverpool and Machester Railway, 1831, (1945). Steam locomotives on the Liverpool & Manchester Railway (L&MR)

The Atmospheric Railway at Dawlish, 1847, (1945). Creator: Unknown
The Atmospheric Railway at Dawlish, 1847, (1945). Railway line running along the sea front in the town of Dawlish on the south coast of Devon

A Blenkinsop Locomotive at a Yorkshire Colliery, 1814, (1945). Creator: Unknown
A Blenkinsop Locomotive at a Yorkshire Colliery, 1814, (1945). Man smoking a pipe, and a Blenkinsop steam locomotive at Middleton colliery near Leeds, West Yorkshire

Olive Mount Cutting on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1831, (1945). Creator
Olive Mount Cutting on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1831, (1945). Steam locomotive in the 2-mile sandstone railway cutting which opened in 1830

The Excursion Train Galop, sheet music cover, c1860, (1945). Creator: Unknown
" The Excursion Train Galop", sheet music cover, c1860, (1945). Third Class Travel, c. 1845 : railway passengers in open-air carriages, cover to a piece of music composed by Frank Musgrave

The Metropolitan Railway near Paddington, 1863, 1945. Creator: Unknown
The Metropolitan Railway near Paddington, 1863, (1945). The Metropolitan Line, which opened in 1863 and ran between Paddington and Farringdon in London

Cannon Street Station, c. 1900, (1945). Creator: Marcus
Cannon Street Station, c. 1900, (1945). Busy scene at a London railway station. In the foreground a child sits on a trunk waiting to be moved with a porters trolley

Mind Your Points, 1867, (1945). Creator: Unknown
" Mind Your Points", 1867, (1945). Railway worker operating a set of points, a mechanical installation enabling trains to be guided from one track to another, such as at a junction

George Stephenson, c1849, (1945). Creator: Unknown
George Stephenson, c1849, (1945). Portrait of George Stephenson (1781-1848), English mechanical engineer and inventor of the railway engine. After a painting of 1849

Richard Trevithick, c1816, (1945). Creator: Unknown
Richard Trevithick, c1816, (1945). Portrait of English engineer and inventor Richard Trevithick (1771-1833) who designed the first locomotive to run on rails

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Arthur Hallam Rice was a passionate historian and railway enthusiast who dedicated his life to preserving the rich history of the British railway system. His extensive collection of vintage photographs, including iconic images such as The Tanfield Arch in 1804 and Olive Mount Cutting on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway in 1831, showcased the remarkable engineering feats that shaped modern transportation. Rice's collection also featured snapshots of everyday life around railways, like Camden Town Engine Sheds captured by Norman Wilkinson in c. 1935. These candid glimpses into the bustling world of locomotives provided a unique perspective on how railways influenced society. One notable photograph from Rice's archives depicted Travelling on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway in 1831, showcasing passengers experiencing this revolutionary mode of transport for the first time. Another intriguing image was The Atmospheric Railway at Dawlish taken in 1847, which highlighted an experimental method of propulsion using air pressure. Rice's passion extended beyond photography; he also collected memorabilia related to railways. One fascinating piece was The Excursion Train Galop sheet music cover from c1860, reflecting how trains became ingrained in popular culture during their heyday. Throughout his career, Rice celebrated key figures who contributed to railway development. He honored George Stephenson with a portrait dating back to c1849 and Richard Trevithick with another from c1816—both pioneers whose innovations propelled locomotion forward. In addition to documenting historical moments, Rice emphasized safety awareness within his collection through pieces like Mind Your Points (1867). This reminder served as a testament to his commitment not only to preserving history but also ensuring present-day rail operations remained secure for all passengers. Cannon Street Station captured around 1900 by Marcus showcased architectural beauty alongside functionality—a testament to how stations evolved over time while still serving their purpose efficiently. Arthur Hallam Rice's dedication ensured that future generations could appreciate and learn from Britain's rich railway heritage.