Cecil Collection (#8)

Interior view of the Court of Wards and Liveries, 1747. Shows various sixteenth century figures seated around a table. The description at the base of the image mentions that the figure at the head of

MG M Type Sportsmans Coupe driven by Cecil Kimber in a motoring trial, c1930s Artist: Bill Brunell
MG M Type Sportsmans Coupe. 847 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. WL7900. Event Entry No: 39, Driver: C. Kimber. Place: Unidentified Trial

Cecil Randalls Talbot taking part in the JCC General Efficiency Trial, Oxshott Woods
Talbot Fixed-head Coupe 8 hp Reg. No. NK4621. Driver C.J. Randall. Oxshott Woods, Surrey. J.C.C. General Efficiency Trial. Date: 17/03/1923

Lagonda and Alfa Romeo on the banking at the JCC Double Twelve Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1929
Lagonda 1954 cc. Entry No: 24. Drivers: Rose Richards, T./Randall, C.S. Background: Alfa Romeo 1487S cc. Entry No: 60. Drivers: Dunfee, J./Bamber, P.K. Brooklands. J.C.C. Double-Twelve Race

BARC 6-Hour Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1929, Artist: Bill Brunell
Austro-Daimler 2994 cc. No: 9. Drivers: Eggar, K./Horsman, V. Centre: Lagonda 1954 cc. No: 15. Drivers: Rose Richards, T./Randall, C.S. Left: Riley 1089 cc. Left of centre: Lagonda 1954 cc

Winston Churchill arriving at the doors of St Margarets, Westminster, on his wedding day, 1908
Winston Churchill arriving at the doors of St Margaret s, Westminster, on his wedding day, 1908. Winston Churchill (1874-1965) with fellow politician Lord Hugh Cecil (1869-1956)

Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman, (1825). The son of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, chief advisor to Elizabeth I

Hatfield House, Hertfordshire - South Front, c1890. Artist: Charles Wilkinson
Hatfield House, Hertfordshire - South Front, c1890. From Cassells History of England, by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Stockwell, 1849-1871, (1911)
Stockwell, 1911. Stockwell (1849-1871) was a British Thoroughbred racehorse From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]

Hatfield House - North Front, c16th century, (1904)
Hatfield House - North Front, c16th century (1904).The present Jacobean house, a leading example of the prodigy house, was built in 1611 by Robert Cecil

A Majorcan Street Scene, 20th century (1931). Artist: Cecil Aldin
A Majorcan Street Scene, 20th century (1931). From The Studio Volume 102, [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1931]

William Cecil, Lord Burghley, 16th century. Cecil (1520-1598) was an English politician and the chief advisor of Queen Elizabeth I. After Hans Eworth (c1520-1574)

Robert Cecil (c1563-1612), 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman, 1912
Robert Cecil (c1563-1612), 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman. The son of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, chief advisor to Elizabeth I

Arthur Cecil, British actor, comedian, playwright and theatre manager 1887. Artist: Ernest Barraud
Arthur Cecil, British actor, comedian, playwright and theatre manager 1887. A photograph from The Theatre, A Monthly Review, Volume IX, January to June, 1887, Carson & Comerford, London, 1887

Cecil Howard, British theatre critic, 1888. Artist: Ernest Barraud
Cecil Howard, British theatre critic, 1888. A photograph from The Theatre, A Monthly Review, Volume XI, January to June, 1888, Strand Publishing Company, London, 1888

Willem Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley, 16th century English statesman. Cecil (1520-1598) was Secretary of State to Queen Elizabeth I from 1558, and was her most trusted advisor for the next 40 years

Cecil Calvert, 2nd Lord Baltimore, (c1880). Calvert (1605-1675) was granted a charter by Charles I making him the first proprietor of the Maryland colony

Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, home of the Marquis of Salisbury, 1880. The house was built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury, Chief Minister to King James I

Viscount Cecil, British statesman, 1935. Artist: Edmond Xavier Kapp
Viscount Cecil, British statesman, 1935. Robert Cecil, Viscount Cecil of Chelwood was a delegate to the League of Nations

Cecil Raleigh (1856-1914), English actress, c1902. Artist: Fellows Willson
Cecil Raleigh (1856-1914), English actress and playwright, 1902. Raleigh in costume from her own work, The Best of Friends. From Players of the Day, published by George downes (London, c1902)

Hands on the Beaton bath-room walls
The wall decoration in Cecil Beaton bath-room at his country home in Wiltshire. The decorations take the original form of the hands of his friends. Date: 1934

Artist Cecil Aldin and the Firm - his pet dogs
Cecil Aldin, artist of sporting subjects and dogs, pictured with a group of his dogs known as the firm. Included is Turps, a rough-haired dachshund, Micky, the Irish Wolfhound

Sketches by Cecil Aldin, Just Among Friends, taken from the artists sketchbooks. Terriers. Date: 1934

Illustration, Peter, the fox terrier, in the stables, looking up at a white horse called The Pretender. Date: 1912

Illustration, man feeding a bun to an elephant
Illustration, man in a top hat feeding a bun to an elephant -- And this is the last one. Date: 1902

Cecil Beatons tea party in a tram
Cecil Beaton hosted a tea party in a tram which stood in his garden at Ashcombe, his Wiltshire home. Round the table are Princesse Jean de Faucigny-Lucinge, Mr Cecil Beaton, Mr Charles James

The Peace Conference - the treaty of Versailles, 1919
A pleniary session in the Clock Room at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in Paris: The Allied leaders in conclave during the preparation of the Peace Treaty, 1919. Date: 1919

Lord Burghley engaged to Lady Mary Montagu-Douglas-Scott
David George Brownlow Cecil, 6th Marquess of Exeter (1905 - 1981), Lord Burghley, athlete, sports official and Conservative party politician pictured at the time of his engagement to Lady Mary

Fourth Marq. Salisbury
JAMES EDWARD CECIL, fourth marquess of SALISBURY statesman Date: 1861-1947

CONGRESS OF BERLIN, 1878. The Congress of Berlin, 1878. Prince Aleksandr Gorchakov of Russia, seated at left, speaks with British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli

Promotion slide for the movie, closer my god to thee

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"Cecil: A Captivating Journey through Art, Literature, and History" Step into the enchanting world Aldin, a renowned artist whose works have captured the hearts of many. From his delightful illustrations in "A House Full" to the mischievous charm depicted in "Ticked Off, " Aldin's artistry knows no bounds. But Cecil is not just about Aldin; it also brings to mind influential figures like Cecil Rhodes, whose legacy shaped history. And let us not forget the captivating tales woven by Charles Dickens himself, beautifully brought to life by none other than Cecil Aldin. In the midst of post-war London in 1945, amidst rubble and resilience, we catch a glimpse of hope with "City of London 1945. " It serves as a reminder that even in times of adversity, beauty can still be found. And then there are those heartwarming moments shared between man and his best friend. In an illustration by Cecil Aldin capturing a dog walking scene or witnessing the bond between two scamps - these images evoke feelings of joy and companionship. Cecil Beaton, Rex Whistler & Stephen Tennant at Cap Ferrat transport us to glamorous days gone by. Their presence reminds us that creativity flourishes when great minds come together. As Christmas approaches on Hills adorned with snowflakes in "Christmas Is Coming, " we are reminded once again of Aldin's ability to capture both nostalgia and anticipation for this festive season. "The Two Friends" portrayed by Aldin showcases loyalty and friendship that transcends time. These timeless themes continue to resonate with audiences today. So join us on this captivating journey through artistry, literature, and history as we explore all things Cecil – where imagination meets reality under the skillful hand of artists like Cecil Aldin.