Drury Collection (#5)

Eleus orange forester and Neaves banded judy butterfly
Eleus orange forester, Euphaedra eleus, upper side 1, under side 2, and Neaves banded judy, Abisara neavei, upper side 3, under side 4. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Shining red charaxes and Biblis ariadne?
Shining red charaxes, Charaxes zingha, Nymphalis Charaxes berenice, upper side 1, under side 2, and Biblis ariadne? butterfly 3, 4. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Scarce forest emperor, Charaxes etesipe
Scarce forest emperor or savannah charaxes, Charaxes etesipe Nymphalis (Charaxes) etesipe, upper side and under side. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Pipevine and black swallowtwail butterflies
Pipevine swallowtail butterfly, Battus philenor 1, 4, and black swallowtwail, Papilio polyxenes asterias 2, 3, 5. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Cracker butterfly, Hamadryas arethusa, Panara
Cracker butterfly, Hamadryas arethusa, upper side 1, under side 4, Panara jarbas 2, and Symmachia menetas eurina butterfly 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Pink-banded sister, orange-banded shoemaker
Pink-banded sister, Adelpha lycorias 1, 2, orange-banded shoemaker, Catonephele orites 3, 4, and Archeuptychia cluena butterfly 5, 6. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

White-banded palla, green charaxes and African map butterfly
White-banded palla butterfly, Palla decius, upper side 1, under side 2, common green charaxes, Charaxes eupale 3, and African map butterfly, Cyrestis camillus 4. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Otroeda cafra and and Otroeda nerina moths
Otroeda cafra moth 1 and Otroeda nerina moth 2. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837

Clouded mother of pearl butterfly, Protogoniomorpha anacardii, upper side 1, under side 2. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Citheronia laocoon, Eudesmia menea, and Curoba
Citheronia laocoon 1, lunar eudesmia moth, Eudesmia menea 2, and Curoba sangarida 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn

Strigocossus crassa, Basiothia medea
Strigocossus crassa moth 1, small verdant hawk, Basiothia medea 2, and Horama plumipes moth 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Giant African swallowtail butterfly, Papilio antimachus. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837

Giant stick insect, Phasma gigas. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837. Giant stick insect, Phasma gigas

Variable cracker and Indian orange-tip butterfly
Variable cracker butterfly, Hamadryas feronia 1, 2, and Indian species of orange-tip butterfly, Iphias glaucippe 3, 4. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Pasha and hairstreak butterflies
Two-tailed pasha butterfly, Charaxes jasius 1, Drurys hairstreak, Strymon acis 2, and silver-banded hairstreak, Chlorostrymon simaethis. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Bystander cover featuring Mrs Vyvyan Drury
Front cover of The Bystander featuring a colour photograph of Mrs Vyvyan Drury, wife of the well-known New York financier and sportsman

Drurys Sculptures at the War Office Date: 1905

Programme, The Flag Lieutenant
Theatre programme, The Flag Lieutenant, by Major W P Drury and Leo Trevor, at the Theatre Royal, Dublin, from The Playhouse, London, in a production by Cyril Maude and his London company. 1909

The Orange Girl by John Hodges Benwell - Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London

The New Middlesex Theatre of Varieties, Drury Lane, London, in association with the London Coliseum, Chairman and Managing Director Oswald Stoll, Director J L Graydon. 1915

Charles Dignum of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London
Charles Dignum (c.1765-1827), popular tenor singer, actor and composer, of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. 1799

James Lacy, manager of Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London
James Lacy, manager (patentee) of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London until his death in 1774, in partnership with the actor David Garrick. circa 1770s

Interior of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. 1807

Drury Lane Theatre, London. circa 1812

Edmund Kean as Shakespeares Richard III, at Drury Lane Theatre in 1814. Seen here in Act V, looking troubled on the eve of the Battle of Boswell. 1814

Cartoon, Herbert Campbell as an Ugly Sister
Cartoon, Herbert Campbell as one of Cinderellas Ugly Sisters at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. 1884

Houses of the Dangerous Classes (engraving)
5213647 Houses of the Dangerous Classes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Houses of the Dangerous Classes, Hot-beds of Evil)

Thomas Collins as Slender in The Merry Wives of Windsor by Shakespeare
450079 Thomas Collins as Slender in The Merry Wives of Windsor by Shakespeare, Drury Lane, 1802 (oil on canvas) by Wilde, Samuel de (1748-1832); 76.5x58.1 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath

"Drury s", 1901 (gravure)
965564 " Drury s", 1901 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Drury s", 1901)

MA Berkshire Florida Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

MA Berkshire Savoy Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

SOCIAL / GREEN ROOM 1820
Fashionable visitors to the Green Room at Drury Lane Theatre, London Date: 1820

GREEN ROOM, DRURY LANE
Fashionable visitors to the Green Room at Drury Lane Theatre, London Date: 1820

ADVERT / SANDWICH MAN 19C
Sandwichman advertising Babes in the Wood at Drury Lane Theatre Date: late 19th century

PEEP FROM BEHIND CURTAIN
A Peep behind the curtain at Drury Lane Showing a caricature associated with Sheridan. Date: 18th century

PANTOMIME / PUSS IN BOOTS
The Court scene in Puss in Boots at the Drury Lane Theatre, 1887-8. Date: 1887-8

PANTOMIME / DRURY LANE
Actors, actresses and a bemused donkey in a Pantomime at Drury Lane. Date: 1877

THEATRE / BUILDINGS / DRURY
Exterior of the Drury Lane Theatre (burnt down in 1809) Date: 1805

BUY A BILL OF THE PLAY
Buy a bill of the play ! a street trader offers programmes, fruit and nuts outside Drury Lane theatre, London Date: circa 1800

SELLING PLAYBILLS
Buy a bill of the play ! a street trader offers programmes, fruit and nuts outside Drury Lane theatre, London Date: circa 1800

Dr Syntax witnessing the fate of his play (at Drury Lane Theatre, London). Date: 1820

EDMUND KEAN / BLOOD
EDMUND KEAN Actor, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane Date: 1787 - 1833

PANTOMIME / JACK IN BOX
Jack in the Box at Drury Lane Date: 1874

Drury Lane - Orange Court
Drury Lane: Orange Court Date: 1870

Drury Lane Theatre, London (Before 1809 fire)

Old Craven House
Formerly Drury House, it was later rebuilt as Craven House by Lord Craven, and finally turned into a public house, the Queen of Bohemia, named after Lord Cravens unrequited love

Wych Street
Old houses in Wych Street. Wych Street was a street in London, roughly where Australia House now stands on Aldwych. It ran west from the church of St Clement Danes on the Strand to a point towards

Flintshire CH7 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Flintshire CH7 3

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"Exploring the Rich History of Drury: From London Slums to Theatrical Marvels" Step back in time and discover the captivating tales hidden within the streets of Drury. In the heart of London's slums, Feathers Court stands as a testament to an era long gone, where poverty and resilience intertwined. Meet James Doughty, England's oldest clown, whose laughter echoed through Drury Lane. With his colorful costumes and witty performances, he brought joy to countless souls amidst challenging times. Nell Gwynn, a name synonymous with charm and charisma, once graced these very houses. Step into her world as you wander through the historic dwellings that witnessed her rise from humble beginnings to becoming one of history's most beloved actresses. Dan Leno, a music hall comedian extraordinaire, transformed himself into Sister Anne on the grand stage at Drury Lane. His impeccable comedic timing left audiences roaring with laughter while showcasing his incredible versatility. Witness Dan Leno donning yet another unforgettable character - Mrs. Twankey in 1897. A true master of disguise and physical comedy; he effortlessly transported spectators into a world filled with hilarity and wonder. Fred Evans immortalized in a cartoon wearing his iconic clown costume reminds us that even behind makeup lies immense talent waiting to be unveiled upon eager crowds at Drury Lane. The enchanting melodies of "Il Trovatore" reverberated through every corner as its music sheet cover adorned pianos across town – an enduring reminder of how art transcends time within these hallowed walls. Transport yourself to 1928 when Show Boat took center stage at Drury Lane Theatre – witness scenes so vibrant they seemed alive. The magic created by performers resonated deeply within each spectator lucky enough to experience it firsthand. Drury Lane itself stands tall as an emblematic landmark etched into London's theatrical legacy. Its Theatre Royal has hosted countless legends, captivating audiences with its grandeur and timeless allure.