Sewell Collection (#5)

Anna Sewell
ANNA SEWELL Author of Black Beauty

Mr COH Sewell, Gloucestershire cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr COH Sewell, Gloucestershire cricketer, c1899. Born in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, Cyril Otto Hudson Sewell (1874-1951) played 173 matches for Gloucestershire and the MCC between 1895 and 1919

London Fire Brigade F District FC football team, 1905-1906 season. Back row l-r: J Adams, A W Davis, W B Zappert, Gs A Parmenter, F A Anstey, A L Hughes, D Macaski

A Little Entertainment, by Sewell Collins (1876-1934), depicting Margaret Moffat (1883-1942), actress and comedienne, and Nathaniel Davis Ayer (1887-1952), composer, pianist

Black Beauty / First Ed
Illustration of Black Beauty on the cover of the first edition in 1877. Date: First published: 1877

Anna Sewell / Blampied
ANNA SEWELL the author of Black Beauty Date: 1820 - 1878

Edward Gibbon / Sewell
EDWARD GIBBON the English historian and MP, best known for his Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Date: 1737 - 1794

Blackburn Rovers FC football team c 1922-23. Back row: Heaton, Sewell, J Carr (Manager), Wylie, Dr Sellars. Middle row: McKinnell, Healless, McKay, Dawson, McIntyre, Reilly

Frontispiece illustration, Black Beauty by Anna Sewell -- As the sun was going down... we stopped at the principal hotel in the market place. Date: circa 1930

John Sewell
JOHN SEWELL London bookseller and proprietor of the European Magazine in which this portrait appeared. Date: 1735 - 1802

Source Size = 5765 x 3993
The Surrey Eleven; W. Mortlock, T. Lockyer, H.H. Stephenson, W. Caffyn, G. Griffith, E. Dowson, Esq. E.P. Miller, Esq. C.G. Lane, Esq. F. Burbidge, Esq. Julius Caesar, T. Sewell

Carpet Pattern, by Sewell and Cross, Old Compton Street, Soho, London, Uk

SEWELL: BLACK BEAUTY. Illustration for an edition of Anna Sewells Black Beauty, first published in 1877

Arcadia, Jamaica - Residence of Hon. Harry Sewel
Arcadia, Jamaica - Large Palm Tree in the grounds of the residence of the Hon. Harry Sewel. On a clear day one can see Cuba from the vernadahs of the residence. Date: circa 1920s

Carpet Pattern, By Sewell And Cross, Old Compton Street, Soho, London, UK

Black Beauty Cover
Cover of Black Beauty. First published: 1877

Black Beauty 1957
Book jacket for Black Beauty by Anna Sewell, originally published in 1877

Black Beauty 1st Edition
Cover of a first edition of Black Beauty by Anna Sewell, first published in 1877. The inside has an autographed message from the author

Black Beauty Boot Polish
A tin of boot polish using the name Black Beauty, after the book by Anna Sewell - the sixth most popular book in the English language

Black Beauty / Book
Gold & red design on cover

Anna Sewell / Beer
ANNA SEWELL the author of Black Beauty

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"Sewell: A Captivating Tale of Black Beauty and Historic London" Step into the enchanting world of Sewell, where timeless stories come alive. In 1967, "Black Beauty" galloped onto screens, captivating audiences with its poignant tale. But did you know that this beloved classic was inspired by an old house in Butcher Row, London? The echoes of history resonate through the cobbled streets as we delve deeper. Illustrations from the first US edition of "Black Beauty" transport us back to the 19th century, where horses were not mere companions but trusted friends. These illustrations vividly depict the bond between Black Beauty and his mother—a testament to love and resilience. Travel further back in time to January 2nd, 1837—when a dreadful wreck unfolded on Hempstead Beach. Drawings and prints immortalize this tragic event involving the Mexico shipwrecked off the coast of England. Amidst these historical accounts lies a connection to Sewell—an intriguing link waiting to be discovered. The ancient monument within Temple Church stands tall—a bishop's legacy etched into stone for centuries. As we explore further, Traitors Gate at Tower of London reveals its secrets—the North or inside view beckoning curious souls like Jonathan Sewell himself. Sewell is more than just a name; it symbolizes heritage and tales woven intricately through time. From Black Beauty's journey to historic landmarks in London, every thread connects us to our past—an invitation to unravel stories yet untold. So step into Sewell's world—where literature meets history—and let your imagination run wild amidst pages filled with adventure and emotion. Discover how one name can encapsulate so much beauty—from horse-drawn carriages trotting along cobblestone streets to ancient monuments whispering forgotten tales. Intrigued by Sewell? Join us on this remarkable journey as we unlock hidden treasures buried beneath layers of time.