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Nicholas Collection (#39)

Nicholas: A Name That Echoes Through History From the American civil rights movement to royal portraits, it has left his mark on various aspects of our world

Background imageNicholas Collection: Dickens / N. Nickleby

Dickens / N. Nickleby
Whackford Squeers - proprietor of Dotherboys Hall, he took in boys who were not wanted by their families and mistreated them

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Nicolas I of Russia
NICOLAS I - Tsar of Russia

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DANILO I
DANILO PETROVIC-NJEGOS King Danilo I, who abdicated in 1921 in favour of his nephew (KIng Michael I), only one week after succeeding his father, Nicholas I

Background imageNicholas Collection: Nicholas Baron Bexley -2

Nicholas Baron Bexley -2
NICHOLAS VANSITTART, first baron BEXLEY English Statesman, Chancellor of the Exchequer

Background imageNicholas Collection: St Nicholas Hotel, NY

St Nicholas Hotel, NY
St Nicholas Hotel, New York

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Sir Edward Nicholas
SIR EDWARD NICHOLAS statesman of royalist sympathies with his autograph

Background imageNicholas Collection: Hartley as Jane Shore

Hartley as Jane Shore
ELIZABETH HARTLEY actress in a wildly unsuitable dress as Jane Shore in Nicholas Rowes play of that name. (Jane was one of the mistresses of Edward IV.) Date: 1751 - 1824

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Elizabeth Pope - 2
ELIZABETH POPE (when miss Younge ) actress as Artemisa in Nicholas Rowes The ambitious stepmother

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Statue of Alexander III
Tsar Nicholas II and the Imperial family at the inauguration of the statue of his father Alexander III, by Prince Paolo Trubetskoy, in St Petersburg

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Cugnots Steam Carriage
Cugnots steam carriage

Background imageNicholas Collection: Testing Cugnots Carr

Testing Cugnots Carr
Cugnots steam carriage is tested at the Arsenal, Paris

Background imageNicholas Collection: Nicolas Culpeper

Nicolas Culpeper
NICHOLAS CULPEPER herbalist and astrologer

Background imageNicholas Collection: Tsar Promises Reform

Tsar Promises Reform
In his October Manifesto Tsar Nicholas promises wider powers for the Duma, broader franchise, civil liberties - in the streets of Saint Petersburg, crowds discuss

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CULPEPER
Nicholas Culpeper Herbalist

Background imageNicholas Collection: Nicholas Hilliard / Artist

Nicholas Hilliard / Artist
NICHOLAS HILLIARD Miniaturist

Background imageNicholas Collection: Nicholaus V, Pope (1397-

Nicholaus V, Pope (1397-
TOMMASO PARENTUCELLI, POPE NICHOLAUS V humanist who contributed to the Renaissance

Background imageNicholas Collection: Nicholas Rowe

Nicholas Rowe
NICHOLAS ROWE Dramatist and poet

Background imageNicholas Collection: Richard II overseeing an Appeal of Treason

Richard II overseeing an Appeal of Treason
King Richard II overseeing an Appeal of Treason. This process was used three times during Richards reign, the first one being in November 1387, when the Duke of Gloucester




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Nicholas: A Name That Echoes Through History From the American civil rights movement to royal portraits, it has left his mark on various aspects of our world. In Montgomery, Alabama, on that fateful day in 1956, Nicholas C. Criss found himself seated behind the courageous Rosa Parks as she defied segregation by sitting at the front of a public bus designated for whites only. Fast forward centuries earlier to 1585 when artist Nicholas Hilliard immortalized Queen Elizabeth in The Ermine Portrait. This iconic painting captures her regal grace and power, showcasing why she was one of history's most influential monarchs. But not all depictions bearing this name are so flattering. Rasputin Caricature portrays the infamous Russian mystic who held sway over Tsar Nicholas II and his family during their tumultuous reign. It serves as a reminder of how individuals can manipulate those in power for personal gain. Speaking of Tsar Nicholas II, he is forever linked with his family in historical memory. Their tragic fate unfolded against the backdrop of revolution and upheaval that reshaped Russia's destiny forever. In London stands Culpeper House, an architectural gem named after its original owner - a certain Nicholas whose legacy lives on through this stunning landmark. Shifting gears from history to holiday cheer, we cannot forget Thomas Nast's iconic illustration depicting Santa Claus himself. Known for bringing joy to children worldwide every Christmas Eve, Saint Nick embodies generosity and goodwill towards all. Taking us back to maritime adventures is artist Nicholas Pocock's masterpiece The Speedy and El Gamo from around 1802. With intricate detail and skillful brushstrokes, Pocock transports us into a thrilling naval battle scene that showcases both his talent and love for seafaring tales. Sports enthusiasts will recognize another famous bearer of this name - George H. Ruth or Babe Ruth - an American baseball legend whose prowess on the field earned him a place in the sport's hall of fame.