Dudley Collection (#3)

Poster, The J. P. from the Strand Theatre, London
Poster, The J.P. from the Strand Theatre, London. 1898

Lady Dudley Gordon by Madame Yevonde
Lady Dudley Gordon, wife of Lieut.-Colonel Lord Dudley Gordon, second son of the Marquess of Aberdeen and Temair. She was the daughter of the late Mr George James Drummond and married in 1907

The Kind Old Fairy Godmother on a Christmas card, designed by Robert Dudley -- May a Christmas dole of fair things be yours, good friend. Date: circa 1880s

Owl doctor and robin patient on a Christmas card
Owl doctor and robin patient on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1880s

Comic Christmas card, Apollo and Daphne, designed by Robert Dudley. Date: circa 1880s

Christmas card, The Temptation of Good Saint Anthony Noel
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, The Temptation of Good Saint Anthony Noel (surrounded by enticing Christmas food, including geese, a turkey and a pudding). (5 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card, Robin Hood and Friar Tuck
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, A Blazing Yule for Robin Hood and Friar Tuck (a robin and Father Christmas with a turkey). (4 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card, Old King Cole
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, Old King Cole (with two geese and a turkey as his musicians). (3 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card, Little Red Riding Hood
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, Little Red Riding Hood as a goose (meeting the wolf, observed by robins). (2 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card, Present Time
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, Present Time (Father Christmas, Old Father Time and children with presents and a tree). (5 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card, Playing Time
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, Playing Time (Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter playing with a blindfolded Old Father Time). (4 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card, Greeting Time
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, Greeting Time (Father Christmas shaking hands with Old Father Time). (3 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card, Coming Time
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, Coming Time (the New Year replacing the Old Year). (2 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Cover design, Christmas cards, Whirligig of Time
Cover design by Robert Dudley, Christmas cards, The Whirligig of Time. (1 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Comic Christmas card, scene from The Tempest
Comic Christmas card designed by Robert Dudley -- a scene from The Tempest, with Ferdinand lured by Ariel played by a turkey (holding a pudding), and Prospero supervising in the background

Cover design, Christmas cards with Shakespeare subjects
Cover design by Robert Dudley, Christmas cards with Shakespeare subjects. (1 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Choirboys and musicians on a Christmas card -- Nowell we sing, gladness to bring. Date: circa 1880s

Religious Christmas card by Robert Dudley -- Christs peace be with thee! Date: circa 1880s

Mr Punch and Judy on a Christmas card -- he steals a goose from the poulterer (left) and brings it home for Judy to cook (right). Date: circa 1890s

Cupids on a romantic card by Robert Dudley
Two cupids on a romantic card by Robert Dudley, sharpening an arrow on a grindstone -- Such glee be thine as sunny smiles create! Date: circa 1880s

Devotional card by Robert Dudley -- The thorn below, the crown above. Date: circa 1880s

Poster, The Chieftain, Savoy Theatre, London
Poster, The Chieftain, by F C Burnand and Arthur Sullivan, Savoy Theatre, London. 1894

Miss Dudley Ward by A Jonniaux

Halesowen railway station, Dudley, West Midlands. Date: circa 1910

A lady getting into her car
Pretty lady in a frilly long dress about to step into her open-top car. Date: 1902

A lady on a punt
A lady posing on a punt in the river. Date: 1902

A lady at the races
Haughty lady with walking stick posing at a horse-racing meeting. Date: 1902

Viscountess Long of Wraxhall
Frances Laura (nÚÑáCharteris), Duchess of Marlborough (1915-1990), Former wife of 2nd Viscount Long and of 3rd Earl of Dudley and of Michael Canfield

Lady Ratendone
Mary Gwendoline (nÚÑáFoster), Lady Forwood (died 1999), Former wife of 2nd Marquess of Willingdon (when Viscount Ratendone)

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

The Fountain, Dudley, Worcestershire (colour litho)
5996802 The Fountain, Dudley, Worcestershire (colour litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fountain, Dudley, Worcestershire)

The Great Diamonds of the World (engraving)
1622019 The Great Diamonds of the World (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Diamonds of the World)

View of Dudley by night (engraving)
655452 View of Dudley by night (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Dudley by night)

Richard Empson, Henry VII and Edmund Dudley (oil on canvas)
809157 Richard Empson, Henry VII and Edmund Dudley (oil on canvas) by English School, (15th century); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Sir Richard Empson (died 17 August 1510)

Henry VII with Empson and Dudley (engraving)
727057 Henry VII with Empson and Dudley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry VII with Empson and Dudley)

Penshurst Place, the Seat of Lord de L Isle and Dudley (engraving)
1595460 Penshurst Place, the Seat of Lord de L Isle and Dudley (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penshurst Place)

Dudley, and its Iron-Works, from the Castle (engraving)
1097360 Dudley, and its Iron-Works, from the Castle (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dudley, and its Iron-Works, from the Castle)

Dorchester, Dudley, Carlton (Lord) (engraving)
978442 Dorchester, Dudley, Carlton (Lord) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dorchester, Dudley, Carlton (Lord)

Penshurst Castle
LLM457793 Penshurst Castle by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penshurst Castle. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

Banqueting Hall, Kenilworth (photo)
727546 Banqueting Hall, Kenilworth (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Banqueting Hall, Kenilworth)

Chain-Cables (engraving)
1601881 Chain-Cables (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chain-Cables. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 January 1855)

Comedian Lenny Henry pictured in Dudley. 10th November 1978

Visitors to Dudley Zoo, looking at the polar bears, West Midlands. 10th April 1973

Polar bear and polar bear cub at Dudley Zoo, West Midlands. 10th April 1973

Polar bear cub at Dudley Zoo, West Midlands. 10th April 1973

Because of the sheer number of factory chimneys surrounding the town of Coseley, in the West Midlands, the washing lines are rarely empty - even toys require a frequent sponge down. 5th March 1971

Dudley Castle, a ruined fortification in the town of Dudley, West Midlands, England. 25th May 1968

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"Dudley: A Tapestry of History and Charm" Step into the enchanting world of Dudley, nestled in the heart of West Midlands. As you enter the Castle grounds, a sense of grandeur and history washes over you, transporting you to a bygone era. St Swithin's Church stands tall, its ancient walls whispering tales of Ambrose Dudley Warwick and his noble lineage. Venturing further, we stumble upon an old map from 1835, revealing the town's rich heritage. From the Incorporation Workhouse in Birmingham to Dudley Station in Worcestershire circa 1955, each location holds a piece of this captivating puzzle. Intriguingly enough, it was here that Freda Dudley Ward found solace with her children amidst societal expectations. Her name resonates through time as one who defied conventions while remaining steadfastly devoted to her family. The Wedding Bells rang out for Freda during the illustrious 1913 Season when she exchanged vows with Miss Angela Dudley-Ward. Their union symbolized love triumphing over adversity and set tongues wagging amongst high society circles. But life wasn't all formalities and social gatherings; there were moments filled with whimsy too. The Mad Hatter's Tea Party brought Alice in Wonderland alive on stage at our beloved theatre - laughter echoing through its hallowed halls. It also has a need for speed. The Rudge-Whitworth Cup at Le Mans saw adrenaline-fueled racers compete tirelessly for twenty-four hours straight - an exhilarating spectacle that left spectators breathless. As we bid farewell to this remarkable town, memories etched forever within us, we are reminded that Dudley is more than just a place; it is an amalgamation of stories waiting to be discovered. So come along and immerse yourself in its charm - where history intertwines seamlessly with modernity creating an experience like no other.