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Elijah, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
Elijah, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London, 1926)

Henry VI of England, (17th century). Portrait of the king (1421-1471), the last monarch of the House of Lancaster

Henry VII of England, (17th century). Henry (1457-1509) ruled from 1485-1509, and was the founder and first patriarch of the Tudor dynasty

Queen Mary I of England. Artist: Robert Peake
Queen Mary I of England. Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death. Mary, the fourth and penultimate monarch of the Tudor dynasty

William the Conqueror. Artist: Robert Peake
William the Conqueror. Portrait of William I of England (1028-1087), also known as William the Conqueror, who ruled from 1066 until his death

King William II. Artist: Robert Peake
King William II. Portrait of William Rufus (1056-1100), son of William the Conqueror

Henry III of England. Artist: Robert Peake
Henry III of England. Portrait of King Henry III (1207-1272)

Dr Maria Montessori (1870-1952), Italian philosopher, 1926. In addition to being a philosopherm Montessori was also a physician, educator, humanitarian and devout Catholic

Henry I, King of England. Artist: Robert Peake
Henry I, King of England. The youngest son of William I, the Conqueror, Henry I (1068-1135) became king in 1100. After defeating his brother Robert in a war for control of England and Normandy

Rome as seen from the Cupola of St Peters, 1926
Rome as seen from the Cupola of St Peter s, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 2: Builders of the Church, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Local white administration, Africa, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Zulu chief, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Damascus, Syria, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Portrait of William Pope, 1st Earl of Downe (1573-1631) as a Knight of the Bath, c. 1610. From a private collection

Princess Margaret arrives in Westminster Abbey (Coronation)
The sister of Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Margaret, enters the Coronation Theatre in Westminster Abbey. Her train is carried by Miss Iris Peake, and she is followed by her page

Trade Card for Sir Robert Peake, printer and publsiher, ca. 1635-67. Creator: Anon
Trade Card for Sir Robert Peake, printer and publsiher, ca. 1635-67

Brigadier General Malcolm Peake, British army officer, WW1
Brigadier General Malcolm Peake (1865-1917), British army officer of the Royal Artillery, who served in Africa and then on the Somme during the First World War. Date: 1914-1917

Charles Peake, Sir Walter Monckton and Lord Hood
Charles Peake (left-centre), head of the Foreign Office News Department, and Sir Walter Monckton (right-centre) with Lord Hood (far right). 1940

Sir Robert Peake
SIR ROBERT PEAKE printseller of royalist sympathies Date: 1592 - 1667

Portrait of a Man An Unknown Military Commander, Aged 60, signed and dated 1593 Dated in yellow paint, upper right: " 1593 | Ae te 60.", Robert Peake the Elder, ca. 1551-1619, British

Portrait of a Woman, Possibly Frances Cotton, Lady Montagu, of Boughton Castle, Northamptonshire An Unknown Woman Called Elizabeth, Wife of Edward, Lord Montagu of Boughton Inscribed in artists hand

Portrait of a Woman, Traditionally Identified as Mary Clopton (born Waldegrave), of Kentwell Hall, Suffolk A Woman Called Lady Clopton of Kentwell Hall, Robert Peake the Elder, ca. 1551-1619, British

HENRY, PRINCE OF WALES (1594-1612). Oil on canvas, c1610, by Robert Peake the Elder

HENRY, PRINCE OF WALES (1594-1612). Oil on canvas, c1610, by Robert Peake the Elder

Ministry of Information editorial conference, 1939
Members of the Ministry of Information at Senate House, University of London in 1939. Left to right are seen, Tom Clarke, Deputy Director of the News Division, Alan Sinclair

Dressed for the Abbey
A selection of fashions worn at the wedding and a (pre-wedding evening reception) of Princess Margaret to Anthony Armstrong Jones on 6 May 1960. From left, the Hon

Henry Iv / Robert Peake
HENRY IV King of England holding a sceptre

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"Peake: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the past with Peake, a captivating collection of historical moments and artistic masterpieces. From the Map of Welwyn Garden City in Hertfordshire, England, 1926 to The Moabite Stone's enigmatic allure, this compilation invites you on an exploration of diverse subjects. Marvel at Edgar & Winifred Ward's skillful craftsmanship as they bring pottery to life in their mesmerizing creation from 1926. Then, transport yourself to Russia as Leo Tolstoy's profound wisdom resonates through time. His words continue to inspire generations long after his passing. Witness architectural brilliance with Brian Peake's modern house design in Tunbridge Wells circa 1954. This innovative structure stands as a testament to his visionary approach and timeless aesthetics. Immerse yourself in history through James Doyle Penrose's depiction of The Venerable Bede Translating the Last Chapter of St John. Feel the camaraderie and adventurous spirit radiate from Boy Scouts camping together in 1926. William Harris Weatherhead captures the essence of The Covenanters' unwavering faith while George William Joy portrays Nelson bidding his first farewell amidst turbulent times. These artworks offer glimpses into significant events that shaped our world. Travel afar with Damascus Gate standing tall against Jerusalem's ancient backdrop—a symbol of resilience throughout time. Ferdinand Graf von Harrach vividly depicts Saint Peter's denial, reminding us of human fallibility even among great figures. Finally, Vaclav Brozik transports us back further still—to Jan Hus before the Council of Constance in 1415 (1926). Witness this pivotal moment when courage clashed against adversity for religious freedom. Peake is not just a name; it represents a tapestry woven by artists across centuries—an invitation to explore history’s richness and appreciate art’s enduring power.