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"Foremost: A Journey Through Time and Achievements" Step back in time to the Egyptian Hall, where Colonel Stodare mesmerized audiences with his mind-boggling illusions

Background imageForemost Collection: Colonel Stodare at the Egyptian Hall

Colonel Stodare at the Egyptian Hall
Colonel Stodare the liverpudlian ventriloquist and magician (1831 to 1866) performing using an Indian Basket at the Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London. Date: circa 1865

Background imageForemost Collection: Wotan (Odin) god of wisdom, poetry and war. At top left hiss daughter Brunhilder

Wotan (Odin) god of wisdom, poetry and war. At top left hiss daughter Brunhilder
537952 Wotan (Odin) god of wisdom, poetry and war. At top left hiss daughter Brunhilder, foremost of the Valkyries carries a wounded warrior to Valhalla

Background imageForemost Collection: Brunhilde foremost of the Valkyries, daughter of Wotan and Erda

Brunhilde foremost of the Valkyries, daughter of Wotan and Erda, bearing a wounded warrior to Valhalla
537939 Brunhilde foremost of the Valkyries, daughter of Wotan and Erda, bearing a wounded warrior to Valhalla. Illustration for the opera Die Walkure by Richard Wagner.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageForemost Collection: Illustration for Black Beauty (colour litho)

Illustration for Black Beauty (colour litho)
5218077 Illustration for Black Beauty (colour litho) by Micklewright, G.P. (1893-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: " He urged Ginger to keep up with the foremost riders." Illustration)

Background imageForemost Collection: Belgian Headstones Houthulst Belgian Military Cemetery

Belgian Headstones Houthulst Belgian Military Cemetery
This War Cemetery is maintained by the War Graves Department of the Belgian MOD. It is on the edge of the Houthulst forest which Napoleon called he key to the Low Countries

Background imageForemost Collection: Thomas Henry Huxley (18231883) British biologist. Foremost supporter of Darwin in

Thomas Henry Huxley (18231883) British biologist. Foremost supporter of Darwin in debate on evolution by natural selection and called Darwins Bulldog

Background imageForemost Collection: Wotan (Odin) god of wisdom, poetry and war. At top left hiss daughter Brunhilder

Wotan (Odin) god of wisdom, poetry and war. At top left hiss daughter Brunhilder, foremost of the Valkyries carries a wounded warrior to Valhalla

Background imageForemost Collection: Putting up Curtains

Putting up Curtains
Curtains can make a room. Material and pattern are foremost, followed by hanging technique. Be sure to have plenty of hooks or rings and a generous amount of material Date: 1940s

Background imageForemost Collection: Tsar Nicholas II With His Wife and Daughter

Tsar Nicholas II With His Wife and Daughter
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia in formal attire with his wife Alexandra Feodorovna and their first daughter Olga Nikolaevna. Date: circa 1897

Background imageForemost Collection: To Hell With Surrender! How Second Lieutenant J. C. Buchan

To Hell With Surrender! How Second Lieutenant J. C. Buchan
The official narrative for this drawing reads: When he saw the enemy had practically surrounded his command, he collected his platoon and prepared to fight his way back to the supporting line

Background imageForemost Collection: GENERAL LONGSTREET, He was one of the foremost Confederate generals of the American

GENERAL LONGSTREET, He was one of the foremost Confederate generals of the American Civil War and the principal subordinate to General Robert E

Background imageForemost Collection: Adoration of the Magi, Johannes van Londerseel (II), 1654

Adoration of the Magi, Johannes van Londerseel (II), 1654

Background imageForemost Collection: A procession of tramps on the way to the market or fair, the first carries a large

A procession of tramps on the way to the market or fair, the first carries a large rack on the back and shoulders which contains all kinds of articles

Background imageForemost Collection: Sheep treading in seed: man on left is leading sheep by offering the foremost ram food

Sheep treading in seed: man on left is leading sheep by offering the foremost ram food. From tomb of Urarna, Sheik Said c2000 BC. Photograph

Background imageForemost Collection: Brunhilde foremost of the Valkyries, daughter of Wotan and Erda, pleading with her father

Brunhilde foremost of the Valkyries, daughter of Wotan and Erda, pleading with her father. Illustration for the opera Die Walkure by Richard Wagner

Background imageForemost Collection: Abja Alja al-jausayn ibn Abd Alljah ibn Sjanja, known as Abja Alja Sjanja

Abja Alja al-jausayn ibn Abd Alljah ibn Sjanja, known as Abja Alja Sjanja known in English by his Latinized name Avicenna (c)

Background imageForemost Collection: Sun Yat-sen 1866 - 1925, Chinese revolutionary and political leader. As the foremost

Sun Yat-sen 1866 - 1925, Chinese revolutionary and political leader. As the foremost pioneer of Nationalist China, Sun is frequently referred to as the Father of the Nation

Background imageForemost Collection: Giacomo Meyerbeer (1791-1864) (Jakob Liebmann Beer) German composer who settled in Paris

Giacomo Meyerbeer (1791-1864) (Jakob Liebmann Beer) German composer who settled in Paris and established himself as a foremost composer of Frrench grand opera

Background imageForemost Collection: GENERAL LONGSTREET, He was one of the foremost Confederate generals of the American Civil War

GENERAL LONGSTREET, He was one of the foremost Confederate generals of the American Civil War and the principal subordinate to General Robert E

Background imageForemost Collection: US Engineers - Foremost Skilled mechanics, technical special

US Engineers - Foremost Skilled mechanics, technical specialists. Poster showing three men in helmets, holding a surveyors transit, a drafting compass, and a pistol. Date 1917

Background imageForemost Collection: Dunderpate tries to put his best leg foremost

Dunderpate tries to put his best leg foremost, as advised by the pedlar, but finds it difficult. Date: 1938

Background imageForemost Collection: Susan tries to help Dunderpate put his best leg foremost

Susan tries to help Dunderpate put his best leg foremost, saying it will get easier with practice. Date: 1938

Background imageForemost Collection: Porto Trade Centre

Porto Trade Centre
Vasco da Gama, by rounding the Cape of Good Hope and discovering the Indies, makes Porto (aka Oporto) one of Europes foremost trading centres

Background imageForemost Collection: JP MORGAN / MUNSEYs 1906

JP MORGAN / MUNSEYs 1906
JOHN PIERPONT MORGAN American banker and financier who played the foremost part in organising the United States Steel Corporation



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"Foremost: A Journey Through Time and Achievements" Step back in time to the Egyptian Hall, where Colonel Stodare mesmerized audiences with his mind-boggling illusions. Witness the magic unfold as he defied logic and left spectators astounded. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of literature with an illustration for Black Beauty, a timeless tale that captures hearts through its vivid storytelling. Let the color litho bring this beloved story to life before your very eyes. Pay homage to fallen heroes at the Belgian Military Cemetery, Houthulst, where rows of solemn headstones stand tall as a testament to their sacrifice. Remember their bravery and honor their memory. Experience domestic bliss as you witness the artistry of putting up curtains. Marvel at how simple fabric can transform a room into a cozy sanctuary, adding warmth and personality to any space. Glimpse into history's royal lineage with Tsar Nicholas II alongside his wife and daughter. Admire their regal presence and ponder upon the weight of responsibility that comes with such power. Unleash your fighting spirit as you discover Second Lieutenant J. C. Buchan's defiant cry: "To Hell With Surrender. " Be inspired by his unwavering determination in times of adversity, reminding us all never to give up on our dreams. Embark on a shopping spree along Oxford Street Shops, bustling with activity and brimming with endless possibilities. Indulge in retail therapy amidst an array of fashionable boutiques that cater to every taste. Explore America's Civil War era through General Longstreet—a prominent Confederate general who played a pivotal role in shaping history's course. Discover his strategic brilliance and unwavering loyalty during tumultuous times. Bask in religious splendor as Johannes van Londerseel (II) presents The Adoration of Magi—an exquisite masterpiece capturing divine reverence through intricate brushstrokes. Allow yourself to be transported into this sacred scene.