Cumming Collection (#2)

Cluvier, (1580-1622), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Cluvier, (1580-1622), 1830. Philipp Cluver (1580-1622) German geographer, antiquary and historian who travelled in England, Scotland, and France on foot From " Biographical Illustrations"

Dr S. Clarke, (1675-1729), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Dr S. Clarke, (1675-1729), 1830. Samuel Clarke (1675-1729) English philosopher and Anglican clergyman, a personal friend of Isaac Newton

St. Ambrose, (c340-397), 1830. Creator: Unknown
St. Ambrose, (c340-397), 1830. Aurelius Ambrosius (c340-397) Bishop and patron saint of Milan, one of the most influential ecclesiastical figures of 4th century. Roman governor of Liguria and Emilia

Anne of Cleves, (1515-1557), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Anne of Cleves, (1515-1557), 1830. Anne of Cleves (1515-1557) Queen of England from 6 January to 9 July 1540 as the fourth wife of King Henry VIII

Sir Edmund Anderson, (1530-1605), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir Edmund Anderson, (1530-1605), 1830. Sir Edmund Anderson (1530-1605), educated at Inner Temple. Chief Justice of the Common Pleas under Elizabeth I, sat as judge at the trial of Mary

Achieving Women
Carrie Fin and Lady Gordon Cumming displaying large fish. And actress Gladys Cooper (1888-1971) sitting for a portrait with Walter Webster (1877-1959). Date: 1932

Kitty, with Estelle Brody and John Stuart
Kitty, British International Pictures film based on a story by Warwick Deeping, with Estelle Brody, John Stuart and Dorothy Cumming, directed by Victor Saville Date: 1929

Royal Baccarat Scandal 1891
Sketches in the court case of the Royal Baccarat Scandal. British gambling scandal, known as the Tranby Croft affair of the late 19th century

PHOTO OF DEAD 3 YR OLD
Isa Jane Cumming, born on 15th July 1866 and who died on 1st July 1869, was photographed by her grieving parents in order that they might remember how she looked. Date: 1869

In the witness box William Gordon-Cumming a decorated lieutenant colonel in the Scots Guards, was accused of cheating at baccarat, during a house party in September 1890

The Battery in Charleston Harbour firing on the Shannon (engraving)
2773439 The Battery in Charleston Harbour firing on the Shannon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battery in Charleston Harbour firing on the Shannon)

Sir Alexander cumming on his way to visit the Cherokees (engraving)
654742 Sir Alexander cumming on his way to visit the Cherokees (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Alexander cumming on his way to visit the Cherokees)

WILLIAM GORDON-CUMMING
Sir WILLIAM GORDON-CUMMING (1854 - 1921), Distinguished soldier, his career destroyed when he was accused of cheating at cards in the Baccarat scandal, at Tranby Croft, 1890. Date: 1880

Lieutenant-General Sir Francis Clery, K. C. B. 1901. Creator: J&S Cumming
Lieutenant-General Sir Francis Clery, K.C.B. 1901. Francis Clery (1838-1926) British Army officer who took part in the Anglo-Zulu War

Lord Thurlow, (1731-1806), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Lord Thurlow, (1731-1806), 1830. Edward Thurlow (1731-1806) British lawyer and Tory politician educated at Kings School, Canterbury, Caius College, Cambridge and Inner Temple

Sylla, (c138 BC-78 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sylla, (c138 BC-78 BC), 1830. Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix (c138 BC-78 BC), known commonly as Sulla, Roman general and statesman, held office of consul twice and revived the dictatorship

Stow, (c1524-1605), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Stow, (c1524-1605), 1830. John Stow (c1524-1605) English historian and antiquarian known for his chronicles which did not prove remunerative, he accepted relative poverty with a cheerful spirit

Smollet, (1721-1771), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Smollet, (1721-1771), 1830. Tobias George Smollett (1721-1771) Scottish poet and author, educated at University of Glasgow where he qualified as a surgeon

Sophocles, (c497-405 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sophocles, (c497-405 BC), 1830. Sophocles (c497-405 BC) one of three ancient Greek tragedians and a celebrated dramatist. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard

Adam Smith, (1723-1790), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Adam Smith, (1723-1790), 1830. Adam Smith (1723-1790) Scottish economist, author, moral philosopher and pioneer of political economy, a key figure during Scottish Enlightenment

Secker, (1693-1768), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Secker, (1693-1768), 1830. Thomas Secker (1693-1768) Archbishop of Canterbury of the Church of England. George II commissioned him to arrange a reconciliation with the Prince of Wales

Schomberg, (1615-1690), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Schomberg, (1615-1690), 1830. Frederick Armand de Schomberg (1615-1690) born in Heidelberg, orphaned within a few months of birth, educated by family friends including Frederick V

Van Dyke, (1599-1641), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Van Dyke, (1599-1641), 1830. Sir Anthony van Dyck (1599- 1641) Flemish Baroque artist and draughtsman who became the leading court painter in England for Charles I

Scaleger, (1540-1609), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Scaleger, (1540-1609), 1830. Joseph Justus Scaliger (1540-1609) French religious leader and scholar known for expanding classical history beyond Greek and Rome to include Persia, Babylonia

Sancroft, (1617-1693), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sancroft, (1617-1693), 1830. William Sancroft (1617-1693) Archbishop of Canterbury educated at Emmanuel College, Cambridge

N. Rowe, (1674-1718), 1830. Creator: Unknown
N. Rowe, (1674-1718), 1830. Nicholas Rowe (1674-1718) English poet and dramatist educated at Highgate school, Westminster and Middle Temple

B. West, (1738-1820), 1830. Creator: Unknown
B. West, (1738-1820), 1830. Benjamin West (1738-1820) British North American painter of famous historical scenes, entirely self-taught he gained patronage, toured Europe, settled in London

Trajan, (53-117), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Trajan, (53-117), 1830. Trajan (53-117) Roman emperor 98-117 remembered for the greatest military expansion in Roman history, philanthropy

Sir G. Rooke, (1650-1709), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir G. Rooke, (1650-1709), 1830. Sir George Rooke (1650-1709) English naval officer who served in the Battle of Solebay and the Battle of Schooneveld during the Third Anglo-Dutch War

Richlieu, (1585-1642), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Richlieu, (1585-1642), 1830. Cardinal Richelieu (1585-1642) French clergyman and statesman appointed Foreign Secretary in 1616, chief minister for King Louis XIII in 1624

Rochefoucault, (1613-1680), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Rochefoucault, (1613-1680), 1830. Francois de La Rochefoucauld (1613-1680) French author of memoirs, nobleman known as Prince de Marcillac

Swedenborg, (1688-1772), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Swedenborg, (1688-1772), 1830. Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772) Swedish pluralistic-Christian theologian, scientist, philosopher and mystic, best known for his book on the afterlife

Rollin, (1661-1741), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Rollin, (1661-1741), 1830. Charles Rollin (1661-1741) French historian and educator, rector of the University of Paris, his Jansenist principles and religious opinions deprived him of appointments

Rembrandt, (1606-1669), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Rembrandt, (1606-1669), 1830. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669) Prolific, innovative Dutch Golden Age draughtsman, painter

Ridley, (c1500-1555), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Ridley, (c1500-1555), 1830. Nicholas Ridley (c1500-1555) English Bishop of London educated at RGS, Newcastle and Pembroke College, Cambridge

Zeno Eleates, (c495-430 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Zeno Eleates, (c495-430 BC), 1830. Zeno of Elea (c495-430 BC) pre-Socratic Greek philosopher of the Eleatic School founded by Parmenides

Racine, (1639-1699), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Racine, (1639-1699), 1830. Jean-Baptiste Racine (1639-1699) French dramatist and tragedian playwright, his works are marked by psychological insight

Raynal, (1713-1796), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Raynal, (1713-1796), 1830. Guillaume Thomas Raynall (1713-1796) French writer and man of letters during the Age of Enlightenment, educated as a Jesuit he received priests orders

Jeremy Taylor, (1613-1667), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Jeremy Taylor, (1613-1667), 1830. Jeremy Taylor (1613-1667) English cleric in the Church of England known as an author during the Protectorate of Oliver Cromwell

Voltaire, (1694-1778), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Voltaire, (1694-1778), 1830. Francois-Marie Arouet (1694-1778) French Enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher. A satirical polemicist famous for his wit, advocacy of freedom of speech

Tasso, (1544-1595), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Tasso, (1544-1595), 1830. Torquato Tasso (1544-1595) Italian poet best known for Jerusalem Delivered describing the Siege of Jerusalem at the end of the First Crusade

Sully, (1560-1641), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sully, (1560-1641), 1830.Maximilien de Bethune (1560-1641) nobleman, soldier, statesman, and strong administrator for king Henry IV of France

Rabelais, (c1483-1553), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Rabelais, (c1483-1553), 1830. Francois Rabelais (c1483-1553) French Renaissance writer, physician, Renaissance humanist, monk and Greek scholar

Nerva, (30-98 AD), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Nerva, (30-98 AD), 1830. Nerva (30-98 AD) became Roman emperor when aged almost 66, from 96 to 98 AD after a lifetime of imperial service under Nero and the rulers of the Flavian dynasty

Raphael, (1483-1520), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Raphael, (1483-1520), 1830. Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino (1483-1520) Italian painter and architect of the High Renaissance, commissioned by Pope Julius II his works include the frescoed Raphael Rooms

Napier, (1550-1617), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Napier, (1550-1617), 1830. John Napier of Merchiston (1550-1617) Scottish landowner, mathematician, physicist, and astronomer, educated at University of St Andrews

Puffendorf, (1632-1694), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Puffendorf, (1632-1694), 1830. Samuel von Pufendorf (1632-1694) German jurist, political philosopher, economist and historian, made baron by Charles XI of Sweden

Mytens, (c1590-1648), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Mytens, (c1590-1648), 1830. Daniel Mijtens (c1590-1648), knownas Daniel Mytens the Elder, Dutch portrait painter who spent most of his career working in England

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Caption: A Historical Journey Through the Lives and Noteworthy Events In 1908, Olympic ice skaters showcased their grace on the frozen stage, leaving spectators in awe. Meanwhile, Cromwell's indomitable spirit resonated through the ages as his legacy from 1599-1658 endured. An intriguing caricature of Archdeacon Dunbar, an Anglican clergyman with a unique perspective, added a touch of humor to serious matters. John Cumming's name echoed through history as he made significant contributions that left an indelible mark. The relentless pursuit of progress by achieving women like Kitty, Estelle Brody, and John Stuart exemplified determination and resilience during challenging times. The Royal Baccarat Scandal in 1891 captivated public attention with its scandalous twists and turns. Amidst these remarkable events lies a poignant reminder—a photograph capturing the innocence lost too soon—of a three-year-old child whose memory lingers forever in our hearts. J. Thomson's enigmatic persona from c1700-1748 continues to intrigue us today while Themistocles' wisdom echoes across centuries from c524-459 BC. Sir R. Steele's influential presence shaped society during his time (1672-1729), leaving behind a lasting impact that still reverberates today. And let us not forget A. Stanislaus (1732-1798), whose life story remains shrouded in mystery yet holds untold secrets waiting to be unraveled. As we delve into history's tapestry woven by countless unknown creators who captured these moments for posterity, we are reminded that each fragment tells a story worth exploring—an invitation to unravel the mysteries hidden within our pasts.