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Drums Collection (#9)

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Background imageDrums Collection: The Fight in the Fore-top (colour litho)

The Fight in the Fore-top (colour litho)
3623255 The Fight in the Fore-top (colour litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fight in the Fore-top)

Background imageDrums Collection: Cache

Cache
3858246 Cache by Bromley, Valentine Walter Lewis (1848-77); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022

Background imageDrums Collection: General Wolfe wounded at the Battle of Quebec, Canada, 1759 (colour litho)

General Wolfe wounded at the Battle of Quebec, Canada, 1759 (colour litho)
5207654 General Wolfe wounded at the Battle of Quebec, Canada, 1759 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Wolfe wounded at the Battle of Quebec)

Background imageDrums Collection: The Prince of Wales in India (engraving)

The Prince of Wales in India (engraving)
1059135 The Prince of Wales in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales in India)

Background imageDrums Collection: The Prince of Wales in Ceylon (engraving)

The Prince of Wales in Ceylon (engraving)
1059073 The Prince of Wales in Ceylon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales in Ceylon)

Background imageDrums Collection: Life on Board a Transport, Drums and Fifes on the Forecastle Deck (litho)

Life on Board a Transport, Drums and Fifes on the Forecastle Deck (litho)
1043305 Life on Board a Transport, Drums and Fifes on the Forecastle Deck (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board a Transport)

Background imageDrums Collection: Lieutenant Camerons Sketches in Central Africa, Wedding Dance at Kibaiyeli (engraving)

Lieutenant Camerons Sketches in Central Africa, Wedding Dance at Kibaiyeli (engraving)
1106013 Lieutenant Camerons Sketches in Central Africa, Wedding Dance at Kibaiyeli (engraving) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDrums Collection: Syrian Musicians, plate 4 from Natural History of Aleppo, pub

Syrian Musicians, plate 4 from Natural History of Aleppo, pub
STC90277 Syrian Musicians, plate 4 from Natural History of Aleppo, pub. by Patrick Russell, 1794 (engraving) by Russell, Alexander (c.1716-68) (after)

Background imageDrums Collection: Label for Reminders thread (colour litho)

Label for Reminders thread (colour litho)
982291 Label for Reminders thread (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Label for Reminders thread, depicting a group of three female drummers)

Background imageDrums Collection: Silver Drums for the 3rd (Kings Own) Light Dragoons (engraving)

Silver Drums for the 3rd (Kings Own) Light Dragoons (engraving)
1097559 Silver Drums for the 3rd (Kings Own) Light Dragoons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silver Drums for the 3rd (Kings Own) Light Dragoons

Background imageDrums Collection: The Rope Trick (colour litho)

The Rope Trick (colour litho)
602225 The Rope Trick (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of The Million (published in July 1894)

Background imageDrums Collection: Leader on horseback, 1812-13 (coloured engraving)

Leader on horseback, 1812-13 (coloured engraving)
468783 Leader on horseback, 1812-13 (coloured engraving) by Karnejeff, E. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDrums Collection: Henry Clay Drum Corps, 30th May 1889 (b / w photo)

Henry Clay Drum Corps, 30th May 1889 (b / w photo)
HGL396721 Henry Clay Drum Corps, 30th May 1889 (b/w photo) by Gentieu, Pierre A. (1842-1930); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware, USA; (add.info.: Village outside Wilmington, Delaware)

Background imageDrums Collection: Riflemen in Brixen im Thale and view of Innsbruck (chromolitho)

Riflemen in Brixen im Thale and view of Innsbruck (chromolitho)
735944 Riflemen in Brixen im Thale and view of Innsbruck (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riflemen in Brixen im Thale and view of Innsbruck)

Background imageDrums Collection: Two Shop-Front Designs: A Perfume Sellers and a Toyshop, c. 1880-95 (colour litho)

Two Shop-Front Designs: A Perfume Sellers and a Toyshop, c. 1880-95 (colour litho)
STC414267 Two Shop-Front Designs: A Perfume Sellers and a Toyshop, c.1880-95 (colour litho) by Binet, Rene (1866-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Background imageDrums Collection: Militarist nostalgia in Germany (colour litho)

Militarist nostalgia in Germany (colour litho)
2809077 Militarist nostalgia in Germany (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Militarist nostalgia in Germany)

Background imageDrums Collection: Inauguration of the port of Tunis (colour litho)

Inauguration of the port of Tunis (colour litho)
2818400 Inauguration of the port of Tunis (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inauguration of the port of Tunis. Torchlit procession)

Background imageDrums Collection: Assault on a Salvation Army Procession (engraving)

Assault on a Salvation Army Procession (engraving)
2816979 Assault on a Salvation Army Procession (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assault on a Salvation Army Procession)

Background imageDrums Collection: Official annexation of Tripolitania to Italy, auctioneers who read in Arabic in the streets

Official annexation of Tripolitania to Italy, auctioneers who read in Arabic in the streets... (colour litho)
2815492 Official annexation of Tripolitania to Italy, auctioneers who read in Arabic in the streets... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageDrums Collection: The sports conference in the Vatican, gymnasts applaud the Pope in the courtyard ofs Damaso

The sports conference in the Vatican, gymnasts applaud the Pope in the courtyard ofs Damaso (colour litho)
2814832 The sports conference in the Vatican, gymnasts applaud the Pope in the courtyard ofs Damaso (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageDrums Collection: The New Costumes of the Guards (engraving)

The New Costumes of the Guards (engraving)
2772635 The New Costumes of the Guards (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Costumes of the Guards)

Background imageDrums Collection: Original Artwork - Fantasy scene with dancing elephant

Original Artwork - Fantasy scene with dancing elephant
Original Artwork - Fantasy scene with five young Indian boys playing music to a crazy-looking dancing elephant! Date: circa 1937

Background imageDrums Collection: Masks of African dancers (chromolitho)

Masks of African dancers (chromolitho)
2788808 Masks of African dancers (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Masks of African dancers. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

Background imageDrums Collection: India, musicians and drums, with cow and goat

India, musicians and drums, with cow and goat
Vintage 19th century photograph: India, musicians and drums, with cow and goat, with orante coverings

Background imageDrums Collection: The Guardhouse, 1640-50 (oil on canvas)

The Guardhouse, 1640-50 (oil on canvas)
2968155 The Guardhouse, 1640-50 (oil on canvas) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 72.6x55.4 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Charles L

Background imageDrums Collection: Two transvestites in discussion while a further dances to a musician on the drums

Two transvestites in discussion while a further dances to a musician on the drums
2632104 Two transvestites in discussion while a further dances to a musician on the drums, from White Bottoms, pub. 1927 (colour block print) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934)

Background imageDrums Collection: Procession / ceremony, with musicians, India, c. 1880 s

Procession / ceremony, with musicians, India, c. 1880 s
Procession/ceremony, with musicians, India, c.1880 s

Background imageDrums Collection: A band, most of whom are wearing disguise of heavy eyebrows and moustaches

A band, most of whom are wearing disguise of heavy eyebrows and moustaches, presumably a gimmick during a performance, or just for the hell of it

Background imageDrums Collection: To Arms! The Game interrupted (engraving)

To Arms! The Game interrupted (engraving)
1610975 To Arms! The Game interrupted (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To Arms! The Game interrupted)

Background imageDrums Collection: The Queens Jubilee Celebration at Hong-Kong, the Chinese Procession (engraving)

The Queens Jubilee Celebration at Hong-Kong, the Chinese Procession (engraving)
1595035 The Queens Jubilee Celebration at Hong-Kong, the Chinese Procession (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Jubilee Celebration at Hong-Kong)

Background imageDrums Collection: Two Sufi Dervish devotees at prayer

Two Sufi Dervish devotees at prayer
Two Dervish penitents performing prayer rituals in a Dervish lodge. One with his hair tied to the ceiling with a cord, and another with band around hands and knees holding prayer beads

Background imageDrums Collection: Costumes of the Gabr disciples, Armenians, Kurds

Costumes of the Gabr disciples, Armenians, Kurds
Costumes of the Gabr disciples of Zoroastrianism, Armenians, Kurds. Abiti di Guebri, degli Armeni de Curdi. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giovanni Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes

Background imageDrums Collection: Battle of Bunker Hill, 17 June 1775 (colour litho)

Battle of Bunker Hill, 17 June 1775 (colour litho)
PNP332812 Battle of Bunker Hill, 17 June 1775 (colour litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: British victory)

Background imageDrums Collection: Poster advertising Au Nain Bleu, c. 1890 (colour litho)

Poster advertising Au Nain Bleu, c. 1890 (colour litho)
CHT360267 Poster advertising Au Nain Bleu, c.1890 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: oldest and most famous toyshop in Paris)

Background imageDrums Collection: The Battle of Fontenoy, 11th May 1745, 1828 (engraving) (b / w photo)

The Battle of Fontenoy, 11th May 1745, 1828 (engraving) (b / w photo)
TPG210668 The Battle of Fontenoy, 11th May 1745, 1828 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Cochin, Charles Nicolas II (1715-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDrums Collection: Indian Musical Instruments, plate 23 from Oriental Drawings, pub

Indian Musical Instruments, plate 23 from Oriental Drawings, pub
STC86093 Indian Musical Instruments, plate 23 from Oriental Drawings, pub. 1806 (aquatint) by Gold, Charles Emilius (1803-71) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Background imageDrums Collection: The Lady with the Drum (etching)

The Lady with the Drum (etching)
6198560 The Lady with the Drum (etching) by Israels, Isaac (1865-1934); 23.9x17.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Isaac Israels (1865-1934)); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Dutch

Background imageDrums Collection: Boys Brigade Band, presumably (b / w photo)

Boys Brigade Band, presumably (b / w photo)
5986887 Boys Brigade Band, presumably (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boys Brigade Band, presumably)

Background imageDrums Collection: F. 17 A Morai, in Atooi, c. 1773-84 (w / c)

F. 17 A Morai, in Atooi, c. 1773-84 (w / c)
5671387 F.17 A Morai, in Atooi, c.1773-84 (w/c) by Webber, John (1750-93); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Vol)

Background imageDrums Collection: Tibetan Music at the Scala Theatre

Tibetan Music at the Scala Theatre
Tibetan musicians at the Scala Theatre, London, perform playing their traditional instruments in connection with the opening of Captain John Noels film of the Everest expedition. Date: 1924

Background imageDrums Collection: Regiment of the Napoleonic Army marching to battle at the sound of music, c. 1900 (print)

Regiment of the Napoleonic Army marching to battle at the sound of music, c. 1900 (print)
PCT4278133 Regiment of the Napoleonic Army marching to battle at the sound of music, c.1900 (print) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Background imageDrums Collection: Terror of the Peruvians during an eclipse of the moon, from

Terror of the Peruvians during an eclipse of the moon, from
STC109013 Terror of the Peruvians during an eclipse of the moon, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne, Volume I, plate 19, by Jules Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (colour engraving) by Gallina

Background imageDrums Collection: Merit making scene, page from a manuscript (gouache on paper) (detail of 372504)

Merit making scene, page from a manuscript (gouache on paper) (detail of 372504)
LIT372505 Merit making scene, page from a manuscript (gouache on paper) (detail of 372504) by Burmese School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDrums Collection: The frolic of My Lord of Misrule, illustration from Cassell

The frolic of My Lord of Misrule, illustration from Cassell
STC385314 The frolic of My Lord of Misrule, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Background imageDrums Collection: Nac mask and a hand drum (colour woodblock print)

Nac mask and a hand drum (colour woodblock print)
880743 NAc mask and a hand drum (colour woodblock print) by GiryAc (19th century); 18.1x24.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H

Background imageDrums Collection: Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham (coloured engraving)

Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham (coloured engraving)
668515 Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham)




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"Rhythm and Beats: A Journey through the World of Drums" Step into the captivating world as we embark on a musical odyssey that transcends time and borders. From the iconic Buddy Rich in London, 1967 to the mesmerizing Elvin Jones in Scotland, 1968, captured by Brian Foskett's lens, these legendary drummers have left an indelible mark on music history. Immerse yourself in the enchanting view of Tulloch Castle, Scotland, resonating with the soul-stirring melodies of pipers. Witness Joe Morello's electrifying performance in London, 1968; his rhythmic prowess echoing through every beat he strikes. The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders take center stage alongside various musical instruments, creating a symphony that reverberates deep within your core. The Grenadier Guards at St Michaels Mount showcase their precision and discipline while wielding their drums with unwavering expertise. Travel across continents to witness Jack DeJohnette's spellbinding performance at Queen Elizabeth Hall in London, 1989. Brian Foskett captures every moment as if freezing time itself. Experience Elvin Jones and his Jazz Machine igniting passion at Jazz Bakery in Los Angeles, USA - a testament to how drums transcend cultural boundaries. Steady the Drums and Fifes echo through history as they march forward with resolute determination. Sri Lanka beckons us with Geta Beraya and Udekkiya players who transport us to another realm with their hypnotic beats. Finally, let us not forget Southwark Fair immortalized by Hogarth where vibrant drumbeats mingle with joyous revelry – reminding us that they can not just instruments but conduits for celebration and unity.