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Charles Henry Collection

Charles Henry was a name that resonated in various fields and eras

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Charles H. Taylor, The Boston Daily Globe, from the American Editors series (N1

Charles H. Taylor, The Boston Daily Globe, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Charles H. Jones, Jacksonville Times Union, from the American Editors series (N1

Charles H. Jones, Jacksonville Times Union, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Greeting Card, 1866. Creator: Charles Henry Bennett

Greeting Card, 1866. Creator: Charles Henry Bennett
Greeting Card, 1866. [A Happy New Year - Christmas Bells]

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Greeting Card, 1866. Creator: Charles Henry Bennett

Greeting Card, 1866. Creator: Charles Henry Bennett
Greeting Card, 1866. [A Happy New Year]

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: [Charles Henry Bennett], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins

[Charles Henry Bennett], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
Charles Henry Bennett, 1860s

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: The Duke of Richmond and Gordon K. G. 1879. Creator: Vincent Brooks Day & Son

The Duke of Richmond and Gordon K. G. 1879. Creator: Vincent Brooks Day & Son
The Duke of Richmond and Gordon K.G. 1879. Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, 6th Duke of Richmond, 6th Duke of Lennox and 1st Duke of Gordon (1818-1903), President of the Board of Trade

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Modern Emulation of Piranesi: No. 3 escalator tunnel at Piccadilly Circus Station, 1929

Modern Emulation of Piranesi: No. 3 escalator tunnel at Piccadilly Circus Station, 1929
A Modern Emulation of Piranesi: No. 3 escalator tunnel at Piccadilly Circus Station, 1929. The station was opened on 10 March 1906 and was designed by Charles Henry Holden (1875-1960)

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Circulating area of Piccadilly Circus Station, 1929

Circulating area of Piccadilly Circus Station, 1929. The station was opened on 10 March 1906 and was designed by Charles Henry Holden (1875-1960)

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Nearing completion: The new Underground Railway offices, 1929

Nearing completion: The new Underground Railway offices, 1929. Headquarters of London Underground (55 Broadway) was described on its 1929 opening as the cathedral of modernity

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Mr Worldly Wiseman, 1895

Mr Worldly Wiseman, 1895. A character from John Bunyans The Pilgrims Progress. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1895

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Illustration from Francis Quarles Emblems, 1895

Illustration from Francis Quarles Emblems, 1895. Emblems was a work by the English poet Francis Quarles, first published in 1635

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, Duke of Richmond and Gordon, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin

Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, Duke of Richmond and Gordon, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin
Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, Duke of Richmond and Gordon, c1890. The Duke of Richmond (1818-1903) held various cabinet posts in the Conservative governments of Lord Derby

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, 6th Duke of Richmond, and 1st Duke of Gordon, 1882

Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, 6th Duke of Richmond, and 1st Duke of Gordon, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, 6th Duke of Richmond, and 1st Duke of Gordon, 1882. The Duke of Richmond (1818-1903) held various cabinet posts in the Conservative governments of Lord Derby

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Sir Charles Henry Hawtrey in A Message from Mars, c1902. Artist: Ellis & Walery

Sir Charles Henry Hawtrey in A Message from Mars, c1902. Artist: Ellis & Walery
Sir Charles Henry Hawtrey in A Message from Mars, c1902. British stage actor, comedian, director and producer Sir Charles Henry Hawtrey (1858- 1923) as Horace Parker

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Theatrical Christmas, 1866. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett

Theatrical Christmas, 1866. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett
Theatrical Christmas, 1866. Mr Punch acts as a snake charmer. One of Punchs illustrated capital letters. From Punch, or the London Charivari, January 6, 1866

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett

The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett
The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. A Double Janus, with four faces, stands guard at the new Clapham Junction, a complex arrangement of railway lines

Background imageCharles Henry Collection: Election Lunes, 1865. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett

Election Lunes, 1865. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett
Election Lunes, 1865. No.1. - The Electoral Body. With the 1865 General Election approaching, here Punch shows the Electoral Body



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Charles Henry was a name that resonated in various fields and eras. From influential editors to talented creators, from historical figures to artistic masterpieces, the name Charles Henry left an indelible mark. One notable figure bearing this name was Charles H. Taylor, a prominent journalist associated with The Boston Daily Globe. Known for his insightful reporting and editorial prowess, Taylor played a significant role in shaping public opinion during his time. Another distinguished editor named Charles H. Jones made waves at the Jacksonville Times Union. His dedication to delivering accurate news and engaging storytelling earned him recognition among readers and peers alike. In the realm of artistry, we find Charles Henry Bennett as a creative force behind captivating greeting cards dating back to 1866. With intricate designs and heartfelt messages, Bennett's work became cherished tokens of affection during that era. The talents of John & Charles Watkins also came into play when they captured the essence of another individual named Charles Henry through their lens in the 1860s. Their photography immortalized this mysterious person, leaving us intrigued about who he might have been. Meanwhile, Vincent Brooks Day & Son brought forth an exquisite portrait capturing the regal presence of The Duke of Richmond and Gordon K. G. , known as Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox. This aristocratic figure commanded respect and admiration throughout c1890. Moving forward in time brings us to modern marvels such as Piccadilly Circus Station's escalator tunnel photographed in 1929 by an artist emulating Piranesi's style. This architectural masterpiece showcases how even mundane spaces can be transformed into works of art under the influence of individuals like Charles Henry. Speaking of transformations, one cannot overlook the completion of new Underground Railway offices also documented in 1929. These state-of-the-art facilities represented progress and innovation spearheaded by visionaries like Mr Worldly Wiseman himself - perhaps another embodiment or interpretation of our enigmatic protagonist.