Nicholson Collection (#8)

Arrest of Guy Fawkes, Gunpowder Plot
Arrest of Guy Fawkes in connection with the Gunpowder Plot, 5 November 1605. 1605

Women police dog handlers with drug sniffer dogs, London
Two women police dog handlers with drug sniffer dogs, Met Police, London. They are (left) Sandra Kertzen with Snoopy, and (right) Lyn Nicholson with Barry

Newmarket Inn, Nos 11-13, Exchange Street (left) and No 1 Castle Hill (right)
Taken from Properties to be Demolished, 1913 and 1914. Cat. No. 914.274 SQ

VIRGINIA: BASKET WEAVER. John Nicholson with some of the baskets that he weaves, in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, October 1935

VIRGINIA: HOME, 1935. Home of Bailey Nicholson in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, October 1935

VIRGINIA: PORTRAIT, 1935. Russ Nicholson, grandfather of all the Nicholsons in Nicholson Hollow, Shenandoah National Park. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, October 1935

Yacht Racing at Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England
Original Redwing class racing off Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England. Following a meeting at the Bembridge Sailing Club, Isle of Wight, in 1896

Death of Chatham, 1859. Artist: Francis Nicholson
Death of Chatham, 1859. Death of William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham and British Whig, on 7 April 1778, during a debate in the House of Lords on the American War of Independence

High Force, Teesdale, c1807. Artist: Francis Nicholson
High Force, Teesdale, c1807. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford Volume III. - I to S, by C. Reginald Grundy and F. Gordon Roe

Marriage A La Mode - Breakfast Scene, c1832. Artist: TE Nicholson
Marriage A La Mode - Breakfast Scene, c1832. Marriage a-la-mode is a series of six pictures painted by William Hogarth between 1743 and 1745. They are a criticism of upper class 18th century society

Attack on the Sealkote mutineers by General Nicholsons Irregular cavalry, 1857, (c1860). Scene from the period of the Indian Mutiny

Defeat of the Sealkote Mutineers by General Nicholsons column, 1857, (c1860). Battle at Sialkot (now in Pakistan), during the period of the Indian Mutiny

The arrest of the Young Pretender in Paris, 18th century (19th century). Artist: TE Nicholson
The arrest of the Young Pretender in Paris, 18th century (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co

Retreat of the Young Pretender, 18th century (19th century). Artist: TE Nicholson
Retreat of the Young Pretender, 18th century (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co

Mrs Skyring welcoming the Young Pretender, 18th century (19th century). Artist: TE Nicholson
Mrs Skyring welcoming the Young Pretender, 18th century (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co

James Stuart, the Old Pretender (1688-1766), entering Dundee, 18th century (19th century). Artist: C Sheeres
James Francis Edward Stuart, the Old Pretender (1688-1766), entering Dundee, 18th century (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter

The attempted assassination of Robert Harley (1661-1724), 18th century (19th century). Artist: TE Nicholson
The attempted assassination of Robert Harley (1661-1724), 18th century (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co (London)

Death of the Earl, plate V of Marriage a la mode, 1833. Artist: TE Nicholson
Death of the Earl, plate V of Marriage a la mode, 1833. Early 19th century version of a scene from Hogarths Marriage a la mode of c1743

King Johns passage of the Wash. Artist: Nicholson
King Johns passage of the Wash. King John (1167-1216) reigned as King of England from 6 April 1199 until his death in 1216

Horace Walpoles first interview with King George I. Artist: J Nicholson
Horace Walpoles first interview with King George I. Horace Walpole (1717-1797) was the son of Sir Robert Walpole, who was George Is de facto Prime Minister from 1721

18th Century Prebends Bridge, over the River Wear, Durham, England, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
18th Century Prebends Bridge, over the River Wear, Durham, England, 20th century. University rowing boats at Practice at one of three stone-arch bridges in the centre of Durham, England

Boer War Reporting
BOER WAR : War correspondent Melton Prior making sketches of the fighting at Nicholsons Nek, 30th October 1899. Date: 30th October 1899

WW1 Gunners in Trench & Horses
World War 1 Gunners in Trench & Horses, England. Showing Corporal East, Gunner Nicholson & Drivers Gardener, Clark & Taylor Date: 1910s

1914-1918 group of two soldiers of Outrams Rifles, 4th Battalion, 6th Rajputana Rifles. Stanley Nicholson Babb, Frbs (1874-1957)

Maori Ornamental Wooden Carvings - New Zealand. They are an image of Rangihaeata carved by himself, the stern-post of a large canoe, carved boxes for tail feathers, the head of a carved wooden spear

Thomas Lipton launches Shamrock IV, 1914
Sir Thomas Lipton photographed at Gosport in June 1914 after his fourth challenger for the Americas Cup had been christened by the Countess of Shaftesbury and safely launched in Portsmouth harbour

Major General C. T. Nicholson, GOC of the 34th Division during the Battle of the Somme, replacing his predecessor, Major Ingouville-Williams who had been killed by German artillery fire near

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John Nicholson, Soldier
Brigadier-general JOHN NICHOLSON Military commander in India Date: 1821 - 1857

John Nicholson, Poet
JOHN NICHOLSON Yorkshire writer, known as The Airedale Poet with his autograph Date: 1790 - 1843

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"Nicholson: A Journey Through Time and Seas" Step aboard the magnificent 205-ton J-class yacht Velsheda as she gracefully sails close hauled in 1933, a true testament to Nicholson's craftsmanship. From the high seas to the thrilling world of horse racing, Nicholson's legacy extends even to some Grand National events, where their expertise was sought after. Travel back further in time to the Crimean War, where survivors of the Light Brigade were honored at The Balaklava Banquet. Nicholson played a part in this historic event, ensuring that every detail was perfect. In another era altogether, witness long-horned cattle grazing peacefully in the 19th century countryside. Nicholson's influence reached far beyond ships and banquets; they were also masters of steel conversion and refining. Picture Shamrock IV sailing without topsail during America's Cup challenge in 1914 - an iconic moment captured by Nicholson. Their dedication to perfection is evident even on land with advertisements showcasing their File and Tool Works from Bramall Lane back in 1889. Nature lovers will appreciate Hackfall, Yorkshire - a picturesque landscape created around 1809 by Letitia Byrne under Nicholson's watchful eye. It stands as a testament to their commitment not only to industry but also beauty. Art enthusiasts will be captivated by "The Girl with the Tattered Glove, " created by William Nicholson himself in both 1909 and later revisited in 1935. This masterpiece showcases his artistic talent alongside his engineering prowess. Trivia buffs will delight at Kirk & Sons' creation - Trivia, a majestic yacht sailing close-hauled amidst turbulent times in 1939. Even during challenging moments like these, Nicholson continued pushing boundaries. Venturing across continents now brings us face-to-face with John Nicholson peeling apples at Shenandoah National Park while aboard VIRGINIA - an idyllic scene capturing everyday life made possible through Nicholson's contributions.