Buss Collection

CHARLES DICKENS (1812-1870). English novelist. Dickens Dream. Unfinished oil painting by Robert William Buss, 1870s

Dickens Dream, 1875. Creator: Buss, Robert William (1804-1875)
Dickens Dream, 1875. Found in the collection of Charles Dickens Museum, London

Harry the Tailor (colour litho)
1040896 Harry the Tailor (colour litho) by Shepperson, Claude (1867-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harry the Tailor)

The Crowd, 1847. Artist: Robert William Buss
The Crowd, 1847. Scene showing a cheering crowd looking down Pall Mall, with Wyatts statue of George III behind them at the junction of Pall Mall East and Cockspur Street

Frances Mary Buss (1827-1894), English pioneer of womens education, 1926. Buss founded the North London Collegiate School in 1850 and remained its principal all her life

Disturbance Attack Arab bus July 4 1938 Arab National
Disturbance. Attack on an Arab bus July 4, 1938. An Arab National buss punctured by exploded mine, Middle East, Israel and/or Palestine

1914 VAD staff in 1917
Members of Birchington VAD staff who were the longest serving when the photograph was taken in 1917. Standing (left to right) Camille Van Dyck (Belgian, origianlly a patient)

Members of Birchington VAD. Seated (l-r) Mary Holmes (Lady Superintendent), Hannah Powell-Cotton (Commandant), Alice Cobb (Quartermaster). Standing (l-r) Elsie Alice Smith, Florence Perfect, ?, ?

Mrs Sophia Bryant (born Willoch - 1850-1922) English mathematical scholar and teacher. In 1875 she joined the staff of the North London Collegiate School for Girls

Mrs Sophia Bryant (born Willock - 1850-1922) English mathematical scholar and teacher. In 1875 she joined the staff of the North London Collegiate School for Girls

Moonlight Romance
The first buss and the last bus - a back-to-earth tragedy. A couple kiss in the moonlight having floated away from the earth in a mist of romance

Wolsey / Hullmandel / Buss
CARDINAL THOMAS WOLSEY English prelate and statesman, from a portrait in the Bodleian Library, Oxford

Wassail [Buss]
Wassailers at the door of a manor house are offered the wassail bowl by the lady of the house

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"Buss: A Journey Through Art, Literature, and History" Step into the world of busses as we explore their diverse representations in art, literature, and history. From Charles Dickens' vivid imagination to Robert William Buss's artistic creations, these iconic vehicles have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. In the 1870s, Buss captured Dickens' Dream in an unfinished oil painting that showcased the author's literary genius. This masterpiece transports us to a realm where characters come alive amidst a backdrop of bustling streets and horse-drawn busses. Speaking of bustling streets, it also depicted The Crowd in 1847 – a vibrant scene filled with people eagerly boarding or alighting from busses. It serves as a testament to the integral role these vehicles played in Victorian society. But it wasn't just fiction that celebrated busses; they were also witnesses to historical events. In July 1938, Arab Nationalists launched a disturbance attack on an Arab bus – highlighting how even seemingly mundane objects can become entangled in political turmoil. Shifting gears geographically, let's journey to the Dominican Republic's Punta Cana Region. Here we find toy busses playfully scattered across maps – miniature symbols of transportation connecting communities and fostering exploration. Busses have not only shaped our physical landscapes but also paved the way for social progress. Frances Mary Buss was an English pioneer of women's education who challenged societal norms by advocating for equal opportunities for girls during her time. The significance of busses extends beyond their physical form; they symbolize unity and resilience during times of crisis too. During World War I, VAD staff members bravely served aboard ambulances turned makeshift hospitals - embodying courage amidst chaos. Lastly, let us pay tribute to Mrs Sophia Bryant - an English mathematical scholar and teacher whose passion for knowledge transcended boundaries. She undoubtedly inspired countless minds while perhaps occasionally relying on public transportation to reach her destinations.