J A Hammerton Collection (#11)

Somali woman smoking a hookah, Aden, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II, British Empire to Dahomey, edited by J A Hammerton

Arabian children enjoying a big-wheel, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II, British Empire to Dahomey, edited by J A Hammerton

A duplicate of one of Christopher Columbus sailing ships, 1922. Featuring an inset of Columbus (1451-1506). This duplicate was sailed across the Atlantic for the Worlds Columbian Exhibition at

A boundary stone of Babylonia, 1000 BC (1922). Set up to mark the extent of a private individuals estate, the stone is inscribed with certain texts which refer to the ownwership of the land during

Natures evolutionary designs in noses, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

A man from the Warramunga tribe making a stone axe head, Australia, 1922. Artist: Spencer and Gillen
A man from the Warramunga tribe making a stone axe head, Australia, 1922. The man is chipping a block of diorite by means of a small lump of hard quartzite

The ceremonial costume of war and everyday waist-cloth, Gilbert Islands, 1922. Artist: Thomas McMahon
The ceremonial costume of war and everyday waist-cloth, Gilbert Islands, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II

A Kalimantan native long house, Borneo, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II, British Empire to Dahomey, edited by J A Hammerton

Lamist priests of Sikkim wearing robes, Talung monastery, India, 1922. Artist: John Claude White
Lamist priests of Sikkim wearing robes, Talung monastery, India, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume IV: Georgia to Italy

A Punjabi native with a dancing bear, India, 1922. Artist: Robert Chisham
A Punjabi native with a dancing bear, India, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume IV: Georgia to Italy

Young priests in costume in rural Hungary, 1926. Artist: AW Cutler
Young priests in costume in rural Hungary, 1926. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume IV: Georgia to Italy

Pious Moslems gathered at the Durbar of God, Mecca, Saudi Arabia, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume IV: Georgia to Italy

Making jelly in Czinkota, Hungary, 1922. Artist: AW Cutler
Making jelly in Czinkota, Hungary, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume IV: Georgia to Italy

A member of the Georgian aristocracy, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume IV: Georgia to Italy

Captain of a company of cannibal fighting men, New Guinea, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II, British Empire to Dahomey

Kiwai child, living at the entrance to the Fly River, New Guinea, 1922. Artist: WN Beaver
Kiwai child, living at the entrance to the Fly River, New Guinea, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II, British Empire to Dahomey

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"J. A. Hammerton: A Journey Through History's Captivating Moments" Step into the world of J. A. Hammerton, a renowned artist and chronicler of historical events. From capturing the essence of war to depicting cultural traditions, Hammerton's artistry brings these moments to life. In 1942, Sir John Alexander Hammerton immortalized the iconic image of 8th Army commander Bernard Law Montgomery. With his skilled brushstrokes, he conveyed Montgomery's determination and leadership during a critical time in history. Transporting us back to World War I, we witness the bravery of hooded British Territorials charging German trenches at Loos on September 25th, 1915. The intensity and sacrifice depicted by an unknown artist remind us of the immense courage displayed on that fateful day. Hammerton also celebrates victory through his artwork like "The Campbells are Coming. " In this piece from 1917, brave pipers play Highland regiments to triumph. Their melodies echo through time as symbols of resilience and unity. Venturing beyond wars, Hammerton captures cultural diversity with precision. His portrayal of Arunta tribesmen preparing for a corroboree in central Australia transports us into their sacred rituals in 1922—an artistic collaboration with Baldwin Spencer that showcases their rich heritage. Ireland comes alive through AW Cutler's interpretation under J. A. Hammerton's guidance in "A pair of straw boys. " This captivating scene from 1922 immerses us in Irish folklore and tradition—a testament to preserving culture amidst changing times. Hammerton also delves into significant historical events such as "The Historic Landing from the River Clyde at Seddul Bahr, " which depicts Gallipoli's April 25th landing—a pivotal moment etched forever in our collective memory. Maps become works of art under unknown creators' hands—illustrating Russia's retreat from Galicia (1915) and invasion of East Prussia (1915).