Gurney Collection (#3)

Joseph Gurney (b1796), at the age of 20, c1816. The Gurney family of Norwich was an influential family of English Quakers that established Gurneys bank in 1770

Edmund Gurney as Alfred Doolittle in Pygmalion, 1914
Impression of Edmund Gurney in the role of Alfred Doolittle in the George Bernard Shaw play, Pygmalion, which opened in London at His Majestys Theatre on 11 April 1914. Date: 1914

Mrs Fry visiting Newgate Prison, 1893
XJF2906511 Mrs Fry visiting Newgate Prison, 1893 by Ward, Henrietta Mary (1832-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth Fry (nee Gurney 1780-1845)

Samuel John Gurney Hoare, Viscount Templewood (1880-1959) British Conservative politician, 1929. Known as Sir Samuel Hoare until 1944 when he was created Viscount Templewood

Elizabeth Gurney (b1790), at the age of 27 (circa), 1817
Elizabeth Gurney (b1790), at the age of 27 (circa), c1817. Afterwards Mrs Robert Barclay, of Leyton. The Gurney family of Norwich was an influential family of English Quakers that established Gurneys

Edmund Gurney as Alfred Doolittle in Pygmalion
Edmund Gurney in the role of Alfred Doolittle in George Bernard Shaws Pygmalion which first opened in London on 11 April 1914 starring Mrs Patrick Campbell and Sir Herbert Tree as Eliza Doolittle

Lieutenant S. Gurney Cresswell
Lieutenant Samuel Gurney Cresswell, a royal navy officer and technically the first to cross the North-West passage. Although Robert McClure was in lead the expedition

Eton College Sports including Prince Henry
Sports at Eton College in 1916. In the bottom left and bottom middle pictures is Prince Henry (later Duke of Gloucester), climbing out of the water jump in the steeplechase

Rt. Hon. Russell Gurney, Vanity Fair, Co朗
Rt. Hon. RUSSELL GURNEY (1804-1878) Member of Parliament for Southampton and later sent to America as commissioner and diplomat

Francis Gurney Smith
FRANCIS GURNEY SMITH American medical practitioner Date: 1818 - 1878

Charles Masterman
CHARLES FREDERICK GURNEY MASTERMAN journalist and statesman Date: 1874 - 1927

William Brodie Gurney
WILLIAM BRODIE GURNEY Shorthand writer to the House of Lords : he played a crucial role in the trial of queen Caroline, taking down the testimony for and against. Date: 1777 - 1855

Sir John Gurney
Sir JOHN GURNEY judge with his autograph Date: 1768 - 1845

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The Overend and Gurney Trial, 1870

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The Gurney Memorial at Stratford

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Justice Williams, Baron Gurney, Justice Maule

Elizabeth Fry and Anna Buxton visiting Newgate Prison (engraving)
XJF486326 Elizabeth Fry and Anna Buxton visiting Newgate Prison (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

In prison and ye came unto me, 1820 (engraving)
XJF476257 In prison and ye came unto me, 1820 (engraving) by Dighton, Richard (1795-1880); 32.1 x 24.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

[Vignette portrait of a Young Boy]; Jeremiah Gurney, American, 1812 - 1895; about 1852 - 1857; Daguerreotype, hand-colored; 1/6 plate, Image: 6.7 x 5.4 cm (2 5/8 x 2 1/8 in.)

Portrait of an American Youth; Jeremiah Gurney, American, 1812 - 1895; 1852 - 1856; Daguerreotype, hand-colored; 1/4 plate, Image: 8.7 x 7 cm (3 7/16 x 2 3/4 in.)

I Wait (Rachel Gurney); Julia Margaret Cameron, British, born India, 1815 - 1879; Freshwater, England, Europe; 1872; Albumen silver print; Image: 32.7 x 25.4 cm (12 7/8 x 10 in.)

EDWIN ADAMS (1834-1877). American stage actor. Photograph by Gurney & Son in New York City, c1870

JOSEPH G. CANNON (1836-1926). American political leader. Photograph, c1915

CHAMP CLARK (1850-1921). James Beauchamp Clark, known as Champ. American political leader. A 1911 cartoon questioning Clarks ability to fill the shoes of Uncle Joe Cannon

U. S. : 59TH CONGRESS, 1906. The opening ceramonies of the 59th United States Congress
U.S.: 59TH CONGRESS, 1906. The opening ceramonies of the 59th United States Congress, second session, with Speaker of the House Joseph G. Cannon presiding over the House of Representatives

Cayleys Air Engine put up in the Brew House at Brompton, showing Wadeson and Vick, his mechanics, Sir Goldsworthy Gurney, Sir George Cayley and Edward Cayley, MP

Elizabeth Fry, born Gurney (1780-1845) English Quaker (Society of Friends) prison reformer, with Anna Buxton, visiting women prisoners in Newgate prison, London, 15 February 1813. Engraving c1860

Sir Goldsworthy Gurney (1793 1875)
One of the leading inventors of the 19th century, in 1823 Gurney gave up his career as a surgeon and turned to engineering, chemistry, architecture and building

CHINA: WOUNDED TRANSPORT. Chinese mode of carrying wounded soldiers. Wood engraving, English, 1857

Joseph John Gurney
JOSEPH JOHN GURNEY businessman and philanthropist Date: 1788 - 1847

Samuel Gurney, Banker
SAMUEL GURNEY Banker and philanthropist Date: 1786 - 1856

Public Drinking Fountain
The first public drinking fountain in London, opened on 21 April 1859, located at the boundary wall of St Sepulchres Church, Snow Hill (Holborn)

Public Drinking Fountain 1859
The opening ceremony for the first public drinking fountain in London, performed by Mrs Wilson, daughter of the Archbishop of Canterbury

The Bude Lights in Trafalgar Square
Bude lights in Trafalgar Square, London. Patented by Sir Goldsworthy Gurney in 1839, the Bude light introduced oxygen gas into the middle of a standard oil lamp flame

Bude light
A large Bude light in Trafalgar Square. Invented by Sir Goldsworthy Gurney and patented in 1839, the light worked by introducing oxygen gas into the middle of a standard oil lamp flame

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"Unveiling the Legacy of Gurney: A Journey through Time and Tales" Step into the captivating world of Gurney, where history intertwines with innovation. From Captain Woolf Barnato's iconic Bentley to the vibrant streets of Stratford Broadway in East London, every corner holds a story waiting to be discovered. Transport yourself back to 1914 when George Bernard Shaw's masterpiece, Pygmalion, took center stage, mesmerizing audiences with its timeless charm. Meanwhile, in 1866 London, City Panic gripped the hearts of its residents as they witnessed the revolutionary Gurneys Steam Carriage gliding through their streets. Immerse yourself in Dickensian England as you gaze upon the enigmatic Dickens Gurney Photo—a snapshot frozen in time that transports us to an era long gone. Witnessing Officers of The Welsh Guards at Pirbright Camp standing tall and proud reminds us of their unwavering dedication and sacrifice. Sports enthusiasts will delight in seeing Sunderland and Preston footballers engaging in a friendly game of billiards off the field—an unexpected camaraderie that transcends rivalries. And who could resist quenching their thirst at a Metropolitan Drinking Fountain from 1878—serving refreshment for both body and soul? Delve into Joseph Gurney's early years as he embarked on his journey at just twenty years old—a testament to youthful ambition shaping destinies. Edmund Gurney takes center stage once more but this time as Alfred Doolittle in Pygmalion's 1914 production—showcasing his versatility beyond measure. Finally, L'Assiette au Beurre presents us with satirical brilliance captured within its vivid colors—an artistic window into society's quirks during1901_6_27. As we unravel these hints scattered across time and space, we uncover not only moments frozen forever but also glimpses into human resilience, creativity, and the ever-evolving tapestry of life.