George Bell Collection

Rev. G. K. A. Bell (Dean of Canterbury), between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Rev. G. K. A. Bell (Dean of Canterbury), between c1910 and c1915.

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1045965 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Artist: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Maximilian I (1459-1519), the son of Frederick III, Holy Roman Emperor, and Eleanor of Portugal

The British Museum Print Room, c1901.From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Rembrandt with the Sabre, 1634. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Rembrandt with the Sabre, 1634. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Portrait of Pietro Aretino, c1517. Artist: Marcantonio Raimondi
Portrait of Pietro Aretino, c1517. Pietro Aretino (1492-1556), Italian author, playwright, poet and satirist who influenced contemporary art and politics and invented erotic literature

The Descent from the Cross, 1475. Artist: Andrea Mantegna
The Descent from the Cross, 1475. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

The Death of the Virgin, c1475. Artist: Martin Schongauer
The Death of the Virgin, c1475. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

The Breaking Up of the Agamemnon, 1870. Artist: Seymour Haden
The Breaking Up of the Agamemnon, 1870. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

View of Richmond from the Thames, 1871. Artist: Maxime Lalanne
View of Richmond from the Thames, 1871. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Le Depart Por Le Travail, 1863. Artist: Jean Francois Millet
Le Depart Por Le Travail, 1863. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

The Two Plough Horses, 1652. Artist: Paulus Potter
The Two Plough Horses, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

A Woman Spinning, 1652. Artist: Adriaen van Ostade
A Woman Spinning, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Dance in a Tavern, 1652. Artist: Adriaen van Ostade
Dance in a Tavern, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Portrait of Vandyck, 1635. Artist: Anthony van Dyck
Portrait of Vandyck, 1635. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Rembrandt Leaning on a Stone Sill, 1639. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Rembrandt Leaning on a Stone Sill, 1639. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

John Dryden, c1700. Artist: Gerard Edelinck
John Dryden, c1700. John Dryden (1631-1700), Dramatist and Poet Laureate. After Godfrey Kneller (1646-1723). From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

The Three Trees, 1643. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Three Trees, 1643. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

George Bell (BSA) 1956 Junior Clubman TT
George Geordie Bell (BSA) on Bray Hill: 1956 Junior Clubman TT

George Bell (Norton) 1962 Senior TT
George Geordie Bell (Norton) at Hillberry: 1962 Senior TT

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George Bell was not just an ordinary man, but a legendary figure in the world of motorcycle racing. Born in Norton in 1962, he made his mark on history by participating in the Senior TT race that year. Riding for Norton, Bell showcased his exceptional skills and determination as he raced against some of the best riders of his time. In 1956, it also took part in the Junior Clubman TT race riding for BSA. This event further solidified his reputation as a formidable competitor and earned him respect among fellow racers and fans alike. Beyond his thrilling adventures on the racetrack, George Bell had an appreciation for art. He found inspiration from various works such as "Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian" by Hans Burgkmair, which depicted regal elegance with intricate details that fascinated him. Visiting The British Museum Print Room around 1901 allowed Bell to immerse himself in artistic masterpieces like Rembrandt's "Rembrandt with the Sabre. " The painting captured a moment frozen in time, showcasing Rembrandt's skillful use of light and shadow. Another artwork that caught George Bell's attention was Marcantonio Raimondi's "Portrait of Pietro Aretino, " created around 1517. This portrait intrigued him with its depiction of intellect and charisma emanating from Aretino's gaze. Bell also admired Honore Daumier's powerful work titled "La Rue Transnonian" from 1834. The piece portrayed a scene filled with emotion and social commentary that resonated deeply within him. Artistic expressions spanning centuries captivated George Bell; Robert Strange's portrayal of Charles I from 1770 stood out to him due to its striking realism and attention to detail. Amongst all these remarkable artworks were two religious pieces: Andrea Mantegna’s "The Descent from the Cross" (1475) and Martin Schongauer's "The Death of the Virgin" (c1475).