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Fell Collection (#16)

In the picturesque Lake District of England, nature's beauty is juxtaposed with tales of tragedy and triumph

Background imageFell Collection: Domestic Sheep, Swaledale flock, walking in snow covered upland pasture, Cumbria, England, november

Domestic Sheep, Swaledale flock, walking in snow covered upland pasture, Cumbria, England, november

Background imageFell Collection: Duchess of Albany with Charles Edward

Duchess of Albany with Charles Edward
Princess Helena of Waldeck-Pyrmont, Duchess of Albany with her son, Prince Charles Edward of Albany (1884-1954). Charlie was born posthumously

Background imageFell Collection: Jack and Jill / Andre

Jack and Jill / Andre
Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail of water, Jack fell down and broke his crown, and Jill came tumbling after

Background imageFell Collection: UK, England, Cumbria, Lake District, Ullswater

UK, England, Cumbria, Lake District, Ullswater

Background imageFell Collection: Winter fells abover Buttermere, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Winter fells abover Buttermere, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Background imageFell Collection: Steamship, Ullswater

Steamship, Ullswater, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Background imageFell Collection: Lake Windermere, Waterhead, Cumbria

Lake Windermere, Waterhead, Cumbria

Background imageFell Collection: Map of Longridge Fell, Lancashire

Map of Longridge Fell, Lancashire

Background imageFell Collection: Information board, Longridge Fell, Lancashire

Information board, Longridge Fell, Lancashire

Background imageFell Collection: Public footpath sign and kissing gate, Longridge Fell, Lancashire

Public footpath sign and kissing gate, Longridge Fell, Lancashire

Background imageFell Collection: Information board, Chipping Vale, Lancashire

Information board, Chipping Vale, Lancashire

Background imageFell Collection: Chipping Vale from Longridge Fell, Lancashire

Chipping Vale from Longridge Fell, Lancashire, England

Background imageFell Collection: Vintage cars climbing Honister Pass, Lake District, Cumbria

Vintage cars climbing Honister Pass, Lake District, Cumbria. A slate mine is at the head of the pass, which is one of the steepest in the Lake District, with gradients of up to 1 in 4 (25%)

Background imageFell Collection: Bassenthwaite Lake from Whinlatter Pass, Lake District, Cumbria

Bassenthwaite Lake from Whinlatter Pass, Lake District, Cumbria

Background imageFell Collection: Vase with Ovoid Body and Short Contracted Neck, 16th century, (1936)

Vase with Ovoid Body and Short Contracted Neck, 16th century, (1936). Held by the Eumorfopoulos collection, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell

Background imageFell Collection: A Bunkindo Colour-Print of a Dutch Ship with descriptive text, c1800, (1936)

A Bunkindo Colour-Print of a Dutch Ship with descriptive text, c1800, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: An Oak Court Cupboard of James Is Reign, c1615, (1936)

An Oak Court Cupboard of James Is Reign, c1615, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: A Knight with his Jousting Helmet, 1554-1558, (1936). Artist: Giovanni Battista Moroni

A Knight with his Jousting Helmet, 1554-1558, (1936). Artist: Giovanni Battista Moroni
A Knight with his Jousting Helmet, 1554-1558, (1936). Held in the National Gallery, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Bronze Yu, c3rd century BC to 3rd century AD, (1936)

Bronze Yu, c3rd century BC to 3rd century AD, (1936). Found in the Eumorfopoulos Collection, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Red and Gold Lacquer Cabinet, c1695, (1936)

Red and Gold Lacquer Cabinet, c1695, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Porcelain Mug, c1770, (1936). Artist: John de Lanauze

Porcelain Mug, c1770, (1936). Artist: John de Lanauze
Porcelain Mug, c1770, (1936). Housed at British Museum collections, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Portrait of Mrs. Awse, 1767, (1936). Artist: Thomas Gainsborough

Portrait of Mrs. Awse, 1767, (1936). Artist: Thomas Gainsborough
Portrait of Mrs. Awse, 1767, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: A Red Lacquer Cabinet, c1685, (1936)

A Red Lacquer Cabinet, c1685, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: The Arms of Thomas Watton, c1900, (1936)

The Arms of Thomas Watton, c1900, (1936). Part of the east window decoration of Grays Inn Hall, dated 1559. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell

Background imageFell Collection: Portion of a Japanese Folding Screen of the Keicho Period, c1600, (1936)

Portion of a Japanese Folding Screen of the Keicho Period, c1600, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: John Wesley, (1703-1791), c18th century, (1936)

John Wesley, (1703-1791), c18th century, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: The Marquess of Buckingham, (1753-1813), c19th century, (1936)

The Marquess of Buckingham, (1753-1813), c19th century, (1936)
The Marquess of Buckingham (1753-1813), c19th century, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Horatio, Lord Nelson Modelled by De Vaere, 19th century, (1936). Artist: John De Vaere

Horatio, Lord Nelson Modelled by De Vaere, 19th century, (1936). Artist: John De Vaere
Horatio, Lord Nelson Modelled by De Vaere, 19th century, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Arms of Sir Reginald Bray, K. G. c1900, (1936)

Arms of Sir Reginald Bray, K. G. c1900, (1936)
Arms of Sir Reginald Bray, K.G. c1900, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: The Airthrey Gold Globe Cup: South German, c1560-1565, (1936)

The Airthrey Gold Globe Cup: South German, c1560-1565, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Wine Jar: Ming Dynasty, c1500, (1936)

Wine Jar: Ming Dynasty, c1500, (1936). Held by the Eumorfopoulos Collection, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 97, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: A Very Rare Pier Glass of c1720 in frame decorated with Red Lacquer, c1720, (1936)

A Very Rare Pier Glass of c1720 in frame decorated with Red Lacquer, c1720, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 97, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Portrait of a Young Girl, c1490, (1936). Artist: Ambrogio de Predis

Portrait of a Young Girl, c1490, (1936). Artist: Ambrogio de Predis
Portrait of a Young Girl, c1490, (1936). The portrait is ascribed to Beatrice D Este (1475-1497) at her wedding to Ludovico Sforza (1452-1508), Duke of Milan. From The Connoisseur, Vol

Background imageFell Collection: The Calthorpe Purse, c1900, (1936)

The Calthorpe Purse, c1900, (1936). A heraldic purse made around 1540 to commemorate the second marriage of Sir Henry Parker to Elizabeth Calthorpe, daughter of Sir Philip Calthorpe

Background imageFell Collection: Pegwell Bay, Ramsgate, c1800, (1936). Artists: Unknown, James Ward

Pegwell Bay, Ramsgate, c1800, (1936). Artists: Unknown, James Ward
Pegwell Bay, Ramsgate, c1800, (1936). Housed at the Victoria & Albert Museum, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 97, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: A Queen Anne Settee Upholstered in Petit Point, c1900, (1936)

A Queen Anne Settee Upholstered in Petit Point, c1900, (1936). From The Connoisseur, Vol. 97, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Background imageFell Collection: Copper Engraving by Rafael Schiamirossi, illustrating The Lunge, 1610, (1936)

Copper Engraving by Rafael Schiamirossi, illustrating The Lunge, 1610, (1936). Artist: Rafael Schiamirossi
Copper Engraving by Rafael Schiamirossi, illustrating The Lunge, 1610, (1936). The illustration is part of the treatise Gran Simulacro dell arte e dell uso della scherma

Background imageFell Collection: Agrippa Instructing His Pupils Mathematically, 1553, (1936)

Agrippa Instructing His Pupils Mathematically, 1553, (1936). The frontespiece of the Treatise on the Science of Arms with Philosophical Dialogue by Camillo Agrippa, published in 1553

Background imageFell Collection: Portrait of Giacomo Di Grassi, showing weapons the use of which he taught his pupils, 1575, (1936)

Portrait of Giacomo Di Grassi, showing weapons the use of which he taught his pupils, 1575, (1936). Giacomo di Grassi was an Italian fencing master

Background imageFell Collection: Seated Figure of a Lohan - T Ang Dynasty, c7th to 10th century AD, (1936)

Seated Figure of a Lohan - T Ang Dynasty, c7th to 10th century AD, (1936). The Tang dynasty was preceded by the Sui dynasty and followed by the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period

Background imageFell Collection: Bronze Ho (Wine Vessel) - Shang-Yin Dynasty, c1766 to 1122 BC, (1936)

Bronze Ho (Wine Vessel) - Shang-Yin Dynasty, c1766 to 1122 BC, (1936). The Tang dynasty was preceded by the Sui dynasty and followed by the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period

Background imageFell Collection: Rocky Coastal Scene with Ruined Castle, Boats and Fishermen, 1780-1781 (1946)

Rocky Coastal Scene with Ruined Castle, Boats and Fishermen, 1780-1781 (1946). Artist: Thomas Gainsborough
Rocky Coastal Scene with Ruined Castle, Boats and Fishermen, 1780-1781 (1946). This painting is held by Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire (National Trust). From The Connoisseur Vol. 117, edited by H

Background imageFell Collection: England, late 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: George Perry Ashley Abraham

England, late 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: George Perry Ashley Abraham
England. Lovely scenery encompasses Windermere, largest of the English lakes. Mountainous fells close in upon its upper reach here at Waterhead yielding to richly wooded banks along its southern

Background imageFell Collection: An unrecorded French Primitive: Charles VII & Agnes Sorel: ascribed to Jean Mirail Artist

An unrecorded French Primitive: Charles VII & Agnes Sorel: ascribed to Jean Mirail Artist: Jean Miraillet
An unrecorded French Primitive: Charles VII & Agnes Sorel Tempera on Panel: ascribed to Jean Miraillet. From The Connoisseur Vol. CXVI edited by H. Granville Fell [The National Magazine Co

Background imageFell Collection: Chimneypiece with Arms of James I, circa 1606: from the Old Palace, Bromley-By-Bow, 1945

Chimneypiece with Arms of James I, circa 1606: from the Old Palace, Bromley-By-Bow, 1945. Bromley Old Palace was built in 1606 for James I

Background imageFell Collection: Musical Angel with Violin (fresco), c15th century. Artist: Melozzo da Forli

Musical Angel with Violin (fresco), c15th century. Artist: Melozzo da Forli
Musical Angel with Violin (fresco), c15th century. From The Connoisseur Vol. CXVI edited by H. Granville Fell [The National Magazine Co. Ltd, London, 1945.]

Background imageFell Collection: St. George and the Dragon, c15th century. (1941). Artist: H Granville Fell

St. George and the Dragon, c15th century. (1941). Artist: H Granville Fell
St. George and the Dragon, c15th century. From The Connoisseur, 1941 edited by H. Granville Fell. [The National Magazine Co. Ltd, London, 1941]

Background imageFell Collection: Spring on the River Banks, late 19th century. (1941). Artist: Alfred Sisley

Spring on the River Banks, late 19th century. (1941). Artist: Alfred Sisley
Spring on the River Banks, 19th century. From The Connoisseur, 1941 edited by H. Granville Fell. [The National Magazine Co. Ltd, London, 1941]




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In the picturesque Lake District of England, nature's beauty is juxtaposed with tales of tragedy and triumph. From the dramatic rail accident at Gare Montparnasse in France to the serene Loughrigg Tarn and Fell, this region has seen it all. Legend tells us about Icarus and Daedalus, whose ill-fated flight led them to fall from the sky. But here in Cumbria, we witness a different kind of soaring - that of our spirits as we gaze upon Ullswater and its majestic surroundings. The Skiddaw and Blencathra mountains stand tall above Keswick, their peaks reaching for the heavens. As we explore Derwentwater, we are reminded of the resilience found within these fells - enduring through time immemorial. Venturing further afield, Pendle Hill emerges on the horizon as farmland stretches towards distant fells. Clitheroe's Forest of Bowland watches over Lancashire with an air of tranquility amidst its rugged landscape. On Derwent Isle in Keswick's Derwentwater lies a hidden gem awaiting discovery by intrepid adventurers. The Langdale Pikes beckon us with their imposing presence, inviting us to conquer their heights and revel in their grandeur. Amidst snow-covered moorland near Pen-y-ghent in Yorkshire Dales National Park stands a flock of Dalesbred sheep - resilient creatures who have learned to navigate treacherous terrain without fear or hesitation. And let us not forget the Cumbria Ramblers who traverse these lands with unwavering determination. They embrace every challenge that comes their way while cherishing each step taken amidst nature's wonders. From Place Fell overlooking Ullswater to Gare Montparnasse's haunting memory; from tales etched into mythology to real-life adventures unfolding before our eyes – falls can be both tragic reminders and exhilarating journeys into the unknown.