Sir Walter Raleigh Collection

Sir W Raleigh, The History of the World, W Stansby for W Burre 1614 (b / w photo)
5988844 Sir W Raleigh, The History of the World, W Stansby for W Burre 1614 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir W Raleigh)

Myrtle Grove, Youghal, which belonged to Sir Walter Raleigh (litho)
8633725 Myrtle Grove, Youghal, which belonged to Sir Walter Raleigh (litho) by Harper, Charles George (1863-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Myrtle Grove, Youghal)

If Sir Walter Raleigh had not spread the cloak (engraving)
8672627 If Sir Walter Raleigh had not spread the cloak (engraving) by Downey, Thomas Edward (1852-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Ifs" in history)

Sir Walter Raleigh's Conquest of the City of St Joseph in the Isle of Trinidad
3329529 Sir Walter Raleigh's Conquest of the City of St Joseph in the Isle of Trinidad; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Sir Walter Raleigh's Conquest of the City of St Joseph in the Isle of)

With a diamond ring given him by the Queen, Raleigh had written on a window pane the words
8636229 With a diamond ring given him by the Queen, Raleigh had written on a window pane the words, "Fain would I climb but that I fear to fall" (engraving) by English School

Raleigh's Gallantry, 1824 (coloured engraving)
8652755 Raleigh's Gallantry, 1824 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raleigh's Gallantry)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670073 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Raleigh and Elizabeth (engraving)
8636230 Raleigh and Elizabeth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raleigh and Elizabeth)

Sir Walter Raleigh
5305206 Sir Walter Raleigh.; (add.info.: Portrait of Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618) an English landed gentleman, writer, poet, soldier, politician, courtier, spy and explorer

The "Ark Royal" (colour litho)
8665253 The "Ark Royal" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Ark Royal")

Old love songs: "These pretty pleasures might me move" (colour litho)
8646780 Old love songs: "These pretty pleasures might me move" (colour litho) by Havers, Alice (1850-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pages from Little Mary's Picture-Book of English History (engraving)
8629537 Pages from Little Mary's Picture-Book of English History (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dean Tounson administering the Last Sacrament to Sir Walter Raleigh (litho)
8651052 Dean Tounson administering the Last Sacrament to Sir Walter Raleigh (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Archaeological Relics at Enfield, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Archaeological Relics at Enfield, 1858. Remains of the Old Church, these arches were discovered in picking off the plaister...during repairs...They were possibly, with the tower

The Thames, or The Triumph of Navigation, 1791, published 1792. Creator: James Barry
The Thames, or The Triumph of Navigation, 1791, published 1792

Study for Commerce or the Triumph of the Thames, 1767/80. Creator: James Barry
Study for Commerce or the Triumph of the Thames, 1767/80

Sir Walter Raleigh, released from the Tower of London, pays homage at the tomb of Queen Elizabeth I (litho)
3105692 Sir Walter Raleigh, released from the Tower of London, pays homage at the tomb of Queen Elizabeth I (litho) by Skinner

Elizabeth I
3790432 Elizabeth I; (add.info.: Elizabeth I, portrait. Queen of England from 1558 until her death. 7 September 1533 - 24 March 1603)

Elizabeth I
3790416 Elizabeth I; (add.info.: Elizabeth I, portrait. Queen of England from 1558 until her death. 7 September 1533 - 24 March 1603)

The Grapes, Limehouse, London, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Grapes, Limehouse, London, 1936. The Grapes, Grade II listed public house on the Thames. Current building dates from 1720s on site of a pub built 1583

The Ark Royal, 1588. The Ark Royal was an English galleon originally ordered by Sir Walter Raleigh and later purchased for the Tudor navy

England, Dorset, Sherborne, Sherborne Castle a 16th century Tudor Mansion built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594

Portrait of Sir Humphrey Gilbert, 16th century (engraving)
1578897 Portrait of Sir Humphrey Gilbert, 16th century (engraving) by English School, (16th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Sir Humphrey Gilbert of Devon (1539-1582)

Sir Walter Raleigh, 1588, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Sir Walter Raleigh, 1588, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Sir Walter Raleigh laying down his cloak for Queen Elizabeth I. 1831 (engraving)
7234807 Sir Walter Raleigh laying down his cloak for Queen Elizabeth I.1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

William Oldys, c. 1738 (oil on canvas)
1765245 William Oldys, c.1738 (oil on canvas) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 750x615 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London, UK; (add.info.: Portrait of William Oldys (1696-1761)

Elizabeth I and Sir Walter Raleigh (colour litho)
3100976 Elizabeth I and Sir Walter Raleigh (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth I and Sir Walter Raleigh)

Raleigh Stripped off his Gay Cloak and Laid it Across the Miry Patch (colour litho)
3101142 Raleigh Stripped off his Gay Cloak and Laid it Across the Miry Patch (colour litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tabacco. A. D. 1587 (colour litho)
670052 Tabacco. A.D. 1587 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tabacco. A.D. 1587)

Portrait of King James I of England, King James VI of Scotland, surnamed Stuart
6337244 Portrait of King James I of England, King James VI of Scotland, surnamed Stuart by Rundall, Mary Ann (d.1839) (after); (add.info.: Portrait of King James I of England)

Portraits of Famous Men: Sir Walter Raleigh (litho)
5990242 Portraits of Famous Men: Sir Walter Raleigh (litho) by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh)

The first potato planted in the British Isles (colour litho)
3100981 The first potato planted in the British Isles (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first potato planted in the British Isles)

Sir Walter Raleigh landing in Virginia (colour litho)
3101676 Sir Walter Raleigh landing in Virginia (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh landing in Virginia)

The first pipe smoked in England (colour litho)
3100980 The first pipe smoked in England (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first pipe smoked in England)

Sir Walter Raleigh, landing in Virginia (colour litho)
2791950 Sir Walter Raleigh, landing in Virginia (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh, landing in Virginia)

Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth (colour litho)
7181898 Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth)

Ancient house at Blackwall, said to be the residence of Sir Walter Raleigh (engraving)
7200131 Ancient house at Blackwall, said to be the residence of Sir Walter Raleigh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient house at Blackwall)

Raleigh exhibiting Queen Elizabeths Portrait to the Savages (colour litho)
7193315 Raleigh exhibiting Queen Elizabeths Portrait to the Savages (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The ancient mansion of Sir Walter Raleigh at Youghal (litho)
7170943 The ancient mansion of Sir Walter Raleigh at Youghal (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ancient mansion of Sir Walter Raleigh at Youghal)

Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth (colour litho)
7193316 Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth)

Sir Walter Raleigh and his Son (litho)
7166069 Sir Walter Raleigh and his Son (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh and his Son)

Portrait of Sir Walter Raleigh (oil)
7076592 Portrait of Sir Walter Raleigh (oil) by Peake, Robert, the Elder (c.1551-1619); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Sir Walter Raleigh, English Aristocrat
Sir Walter Raleigh (1552 - 1618) was an English aristocrat, writer, poet, soldier, courtier, spy, and explorer

Sir Walter Raleigh (XXXL)
" Portrait of Sir Walter Raleigh ( 1552-1618) engraved by W.Holl(1807-1871), published by A.Fullarton and Co in 1870.Adobe RGB.Very high resolution.Queen Elisabeth I:"

Hayes Farm, East Budleigh, Devonshire (engraving)
3638554 Hayes Farm, East Budleigh, Devonshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hayes Farm, East Budleigh, Devonshire. Loose engraving)

Sir Walter Raleigh, Tobaccos (chromolitho)
6032784 Sir Walter Raleigh, Tobaccos (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh, Tobaccos)

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Sir Walter Raleigh, a prominent figure in English history, was not only known for his adventurous spirit but also for his contributions to literature and exploration. Born in 1552, Sir W. Raleigh's legacy lives on through various historical artifacts and depictions. One such artifact is "The History of the World, " a book written by Sir Walter Raleigh himself. Published in 1614 by W Stansby for W Burre, this literary masterpiece showcases his intellect and knowledge of world events. In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Sir Walter Raleigh played a significant role in England's naval history. He commanded the famous ship "The Ark Royal" during the Spanish Armada battle of 1588. This black-and-white photograph captures the grandeur and power of this iconic vessel. Another notable landmark associated with Sir Walter Raleigh is Sherborne Castle in Dorset, England. Built by him in 1594 as a Tudor Mansion, it stands as a testament to his architectural prowess and wealth. Portraits depicting Sir Walter Raleigh offer glimpses into his appearance and character. An oil painting from 1588 portrays him with an air of confidence befitting an explorer like himself. Similarly, an engraving showcasing Sir Humphrey Gilbert highlights their shared dedication to discovery. Tragically, Sir Walter Raleigh met a gruesome end at Old Palace Yard where he was executed for treason. Engravings immortalize this eventful moment when he examined the axe before uttering the words "This is sharp medicine. " His death left behind both sorrow and admiration for his bravery till the very end. Despite his untimely demise, images like "Death of Sir Walter Raleigh" serve as reminders that even great men are mortal beings who eventually succumb to fate's embrace. Lastly, an intriguing image titled "It is a Sharp Medicine" captures both irony and resilience as it depicts Sir W. Raleigh examining an axe shortly before facing execution with grim determination.