Rennell Collection

Nancy Mitford
Photograph of Nancy Freeman-Mitford on the front cover of The Tatler at the time of the anouncement of her engagement to Peter Rennell Rodd

1777 Rennell Dury Wall Map Of Delhi And Agra
1777, Rennell, Dury Wall Map of Delhi and Agra, India

1776 Rennell Dury Wall Map Of Bihar And Bengal
1776, Rennell, Dury Wall Map of Bihar and Bengal, India

Advertisment for Debrett's Peerage. With a photograph of the book, and photomontage with illustrations, of titled men of note. Designed by Zec

Hon Nancy Freeman-Mitford, novelist daughter of Lord Redesdale, at the time of her engagement to Hon Peter Rennell Rodd, second son of Lord Rennell. Date: 1933

Rennells map of the Syrian desert, dated 1809, published 1831 (1937). A print from The Syrian Desert: Caravans, Travel and Exploration, by Christina Phelps Grant, A & C Blacks Ltd, London, 1937

James Rennell, British geographer, 1802. Rennell (1742-1839) was appointed the first surveyor-general of Bengal in 1764. He carried out a survey of Bengal 1765-1771. From The European Magazine

Solomon Islands Women
Women of Rennell Island, Solomons (Polynesia) tattooed on arms and legs, chest and belly Date: 1908

Lady Rennell Rodd, wife of James Rennell Rodd, 1st Baron Rennell, British Ambassador n Italy during the First World War. Before her marriage she was Lilias Georgina Guthrie

James Rennie
JAMES RENNELL Scottish engineer, who built a lot of bridges... Date: 1742 - 1830

James Rennell
JAMES RENNELL geographer Date: 1742 - 1830

1776, Rennell, Dury Wall Map of Bihar and Bengal, India, topography, cartography
1776, Rennell, Dury Wall Map of Bihar and Bengal, India

1777, Rennell, Dury Wall Map of Delhi and Agra, India, topography, cartography, geography
1777, Rennell, Dury Wall Map of Delhi and Agra, India

James Rennell (1742-1839), British geographer. Rennell was appointed the first surveyor-general of Bengal in 1764. He carried out a survey of Bengal 1765-1771. From The European Magazine

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Rennell, a name that echoes through history and encompasses various fields of expertise. From the renowned geographer James Rennell to the captivating novelist Hon Nancy Freeman-Mitford, this name has left its mark in diverse realms. In the world of literature, Hon Nancy Freeman-Mitford shines as a celebrated novelist. Her words weave tales that captivate readers and transport them into enchanting worlds filled with imagination and wonder. Turning our attention to geography, we encounter James Rennell, a British geographer whose contributions have shaped our understanding of the world. With his meticulous cartography skills, he created detailed maps like the Rennells map of the Syrian desert published in 1831. His work extended beyond Syria; he also crafted wall maps showcasing topography and geography in Bihar and Bengal as well as Delhi and Agra in India during the late 18th century. Lady Rennell Rodd emerges as another notable figure associated with this illustrious name. Her elegance and grace are captured beautifully in photographs alongside other titled men featured in an advertisement for Debrett's Peerage designed by Zec. This visual masterpiece showcases Major Isidore Salmon, who was knighted for his remarkable achievements. Venturing further into history brings us to Solomon Islands Women - their strength, resilience, and unique culture embodying the spirit itself. Their stories intertwine with this captivating name throughout time. Whether it be through literature or exploration, art or photography, each mention of "Rennell" carries significance within its respective domain, and is a testament to human achievement across different eras—a reminder that names can transcend generations while leaving indelible imprints on society's tapestry.