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Cassell Collection (#49)

"Cassell: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the past with Cassell as we explore various historical landmarks and artistic creations

Background imageCassell Collection: Edinburgh Castle, c1880

Edinburgh Castle, c1880. Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh. It was the site of sieges

Background imageCassell Collection: Churchill Before Maestricht, 24 June 1673, (c1880). Artists: Unknown, John Churchill

Churchill Before Maestricht, 24 June 1673, (c1880). Artists: Unknown, John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough
Churchill Before Maestricht, 24 June 1673, (c1880). The Siege of Mstricht (11-30 June 1673) ended when Jacques de Fariaux, governor of the Dutch garrison

Background imageCassell Collection: General Dalzell Entering Edinburgh, July 1666, (c1880)

General Dalzell Entering Edinburgh, July 1666, (c1880). Sir Thomas Dalyell of The Binns, 1st Baronet (1615-1685) was a Scottish Royalist general in the Wars of the Three Kingdoms

Background imageCassell Collection: Surrender of the King of France at Poitiers, September 1356, (c1880)

Surrender of the King of France at Poitiers, September 1356, (c1880). John II (26 April 1319-8 April 1364), also known as John the Good was a monarch of the House of Valois who ruled as King of

Background imageCassell Collection: Charge of the Scots at Halidon Hill, 19 July 1333, (c1880)

Charge of the Scots at Halidon Hill, 19 July 1333, (c1880). The Battle of Halidon Hill took place on 19 July 1333) and was fought during the Second War of Scottish Independence

Background imageCassell Collection: The Death of Bohun, 16 March 1322, (c1880)

The Death of Bohun, 16 March 1322, (c1880). Humphrey (VI) de Bohun, 4th Earl of Hereford (1276-1322) was a member of a powerful Anglo-Norman family of the Welsh Marches

Background imageCassell Collection: Edward III. Knighting the Black Prince, 1384, (c1880)

Edward III. Knighting the Black Prince, 1384, (c1880). Edward of Woodstock (15 June 1330- 8 June 1376), the Black Prince, was the eldest son of King Edward III

Background imageCassell Collection: The Bishop of Durhams Charge at Falkirk, 22 July 1298, (c1880)

The Bishop of Durhams Charge at Falkirk, 22 July 1298, (c1880). The Battle of Falkirk took place on 22 July 1298, and was one of the major battles in the First War of Scottish Independence

Background imageCassell Collection: Procession of Match-Makers To Westminster, 1892. Artist: William Douglas Almond

Procession of Match-Makers To Westminster, 1892. Artist: William Douglas Almond
Procession of Match-Makers To Westminster, 1892. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Background imageCassell Collection: Emile Ollivier, c1890

Emile Ollivier, c1890. Olivier Emile Ollivier (1825 -1913) was a French statesman. Starting as an avid republican opposed to Emperor Napoleon III

Background imageCassell Collection: Dr. Dollinger, c1890

Dr. Dollinger, c1890. Johann Joseph Ignaz von Dollinger (1799 -1890), also Doellinger in English, was a German theologian

Background imageCassell Collection: Street Fighting in Malaga, c1890. Artist: William Barnes Wollen

Street Fighting in Malaga, c1890. Artist: William Barnes Wollen
Street Fighting in Malaga, c1890. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Background imageCassell Collection: The Quadrangle, Somerset House, c1890. Artist: Herbert Railton

The Quadrangle, Somerset House, c1890. Artist: Herbert Railton
The Quadrangle, Somerset House, c1890. Large Neoclassical building situated on the south side of the Strand in central London, From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W

Background imageCassell Collection: Meeting at the Reformers Tree, Hyde Park, c1890. Artist: CR

Meeting at the Reformers Tree, Hyde Park, c1890. Artist: CR
Meeting at the Reformers Tree, Hyde Park, c1890. The Reform League was established in 1865 to press for manhood suffrage and the ballot in Great Britain. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI

Background imageCassell Collection: Tea-Room, House of Commons, 1892. Artist: Henry Phillip Burke Downing

Tea-Room, House of Commons, 1892. Artist: Henry Phillip Burke Downing
Tea-Room, House of Commons, 1892. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Background imageCassell Collection: War Office, Pall Mall, c1890. Artist: Herbert Railton

War Office, Pall Mall, c1890. Artist: Herbert Railton
War Office, Pall Mall, c1890. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Background imageCassell Collection: Count Von Moltke, c1890

Count Von Moltke, c1890. Helmuth Karl Bernhard Graf von Moltke (26 October 1800-24 April 1891, Berlin) was a German Field Marshal. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W

Background imageCassell Collection: The Queen Opening The Crystal Palace, 1892. Artist: Henry Gillard Glindoni

The Queen Opening The Crystal Palace, 1892. Artist: Henry Gillard Glindoni
The Queen Opening The Crystal Palace, 1892.. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Background imageCassell Collection: Mr. Speaker Denison, c1890

Mr. Speaker Denison, c1890. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Background imageCassell Collection: The Highlanders at the Alma, c1890. Artist: Henry Marriott Paget

The Highlanders at the Alma, c1890. Artist: Henry Marriott Paget
The Highlanders at the Alma, c1890. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Background imageCassell Collection: The Crystal Palace, Sydenham, c1890. Artist: Charles Wilkinson

The Crystal Palace, Sydenham, c1890. Artist: Charles Wilkinson
The Crystal Palace, Sydenham, c1890. After a photograph by J. Valentine and Son. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W

Background imageCassell Collection: English Army on the March in Abyssinia, c1880

English Army on the March in Abyssinia, c1880. Episode of the British Expedition to Abyssinia (1867-1868). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Cape Coast Castle, c1880

Cape Coast Castle, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageCassell Collection: The Heavy Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, c1880. Artist: C. R

The Heavy Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, c1880. Artist: C. R
The Heavy Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, c1880. Episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Mount Pernathia and New Navarino, c1880

Mount Pernathia and New Navarino, c1880. Episode of Greek War of Independence (1821-1832). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: The Khedives Palace at Ras-El-Tin, Alexandria, c1882-85 Artists: Unknown, B Strassberger

The Khedives Palace at Ras-El-Tin, Alexandria, c1882-85 Artists: Unknown, B Strassberger
The Khedives Palace at Ras-El-Tin, Alexandria, c1882-1885. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Sir Frederick Roberts, c1880

Sir Frederick Roberts, c1880. Frederick Sleigh Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts (1832-1914), British Army officer. After a photograph by Lock & Whitfield. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol

Background imageCassell Collection: Street in Suez, c1882

Street in Suez, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Background imageCassell Collection: Major-General Sir A. Alison, c1882

Major-General Sir A. Alison, c1882. Sir Archibald Alison, 2nd Baronet(1826-1907), British Army officer. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Lieutenant-General Willis, Commanding the First Division, c1882

Lieutenant-General Willis, Commanding the First Division, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War, (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Lieutenant Chard, c1880

Lieutenant Chard, c1880. Colonel John Rouse Merriott Chard (1847-1897), British soldier. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Lieutenant Bromhead, c1880

Lieutenant Bromhead, c1880. (1845-1891), British Army officer. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Major Wigram Battye, c1880

Major Wigram Battye, c1880. Major Wigram Battye (1842-1879). Episode of the Second Anglo-Afghan War, from 1878 to 1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageCassell Collection: Burning the Pope in Effigy at Temple Bar, c19th century. Artist: G Durand

Burning the Pope in Effigy at Temple Bar, c19th century. Artist: G Durand
Burning the Pope in Effigy at Temple Bar, c19th century. From Old and New London, by Edward Walford. [Cassell, Petter, & Galpin, London]

Background imageCassell Collection: Interior of Furnivals Inn. 1754

Interior of Furnivals Inn. 1754.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Exterior of Furnivals Inn. 1754

Exterior of Furnivals Inn. 1754.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Barnards Inn, 1878

Barnards Inn, 1878
Barnards Inn.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Grays Inn Gardens, 1878

Grays Inn Gardens, 1878
Grays Inn Gardens.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Leather Lane, 1878

Leather Lane, 1878
Leather Lane.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Chattertons House in Brooke Street, 1878

Chattertons House in Brooke Street, 1878
Chattertons House in Brooke Street.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: William Whiston, 1878

William Whiston, 1878
William Whiston.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Field Lane about 1840

Field Lane about 1840.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: The Metropolitan Meat Market, 1878

The Metropolitan Meat Market, 1878
The Metropolitan Meat Market.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Jonathan Wild in the Cart, 1878

Jonathan Wild in the Cart, 1878
Jonathan Wild in the Cart.(from a contemporary Print).Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Jonathan Wilds House, 1878

Jonathan Wilds House, 1878
Jonathan Wilds House.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: Surgeons Hall, Old Bailey, 1800

Surgeons Hall, Old Bailey, 1800. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury. Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin

Background imageCassell Collection: Front of Newgate from the Old Bailey, 1878

Front of Newgate from the Old Bailey, 1878
Front of Newgate from the Old Bailey.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Background imageCassell Collection: The Fleet Ditch near West Street, during alterations, 1844

The Fleet Ditch near West Street, during alterations, 1844
The Fleet Ditch near West Street. From a sketch taken during alterations, 1844.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin




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"Cassell: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the past with Cassell as we explore various historical landmarks and artistic creations. Folly Ditch, Jacobs Island (c1878) takes us on a mysterious journey through an unknown creator's eyes, capturing the essence of this forgotten place. St Michaels Church in Highgate, North London stands tall as a symbol of architectural beauty and spiritual significance. Marvel at the stunning Silver spangled Hamburgh cock and hen, their feathers shimmering like silver under the sun. The Horns Tavern in Kennington (1820) transports us back to a lively era where laughter filled every corner; its creator remains unknown but left behind an enduring legacy. Charles Haddon Spurgeon, a renowned British Baptist preacher from c1890, is immortalized by Cassell, Petter & Galpin's talented artist. His portrait captures his charisma and influence that touched countless lives. Witness the elegance of Toulouse geese with dewlap - their regal presence commands attention. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Cover invites you to dive into Lewis Carroll's whimsical world where imagination knows no bounds. Henny or hennie game birds (1890 chromolithograph) showcases nature's vibrant palette through these feathered creatures' intricate patterns. Admire the Golden spangled Hamburgh cock and hen as they radiate warmth with their golden plumage. The Black Hamburgh cock and hen exude gracefulness amidst their dark allure - truly captivating beings indeed. Ch Parry / Hodgson / Cassell intertwines three names associated with excellence; what masterpiece did they create together? Lastly, let your gaze fall upon the White-faced black Spanish - elegant yet enigmatic creatures that leave us pondering about their untold stories. Cassell takes you on an enchanting journey through time and artistry – each piece offering glimpses into different worlds waiting to be explored.