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Spectators Collection (#5)

"Spectators: A Tapestry of Time and Place" The Orrery by Joseph Wright

Background imageSpectators Collection: My Dog Took the Biscuit by G. E. Studdy

My Dog Took the Biscuit by G. E. Studdy
Humorous illustration by George Studdy showing a rather dim looking lady in a crowd of spectators offering a distracting biscuit to a greyhound who should instead be pursuing the hare

Background imageSpectators Collection: Eton and Harrow match at Lords

Eton and Harrow match at Lords
Spectators at a cricket match

Background imageSpectators Collection: Lord Rosebery leading his first Derby winner

Lord Rosebery leading his first Derby winner
Lord Rosebery leading Blue Peter which was his first Derby winner ridden by E.Smith in 1939. Blue Peter finished four lengths ahead of Fox Cup (ridden by Gordon Richards), with Heliopolis third

Background imageSpectators Collection: Lord Mayors / Hogarth

Lord Mayors / Hogarth
Industry and Idleness - the Lord Mayors Procession

Background imageSpectators Collection: BSCC 1973: Round 7 Brands Hatch

BSCC 1973: Round 7 Brands Hatch
BRANDS HATCH, UNITED KINGDOM - AUGUST 27: Andy Rouse, 2.0L Broadspeed Escort during the Round 7 Brands Hatch at Brands Hatch on August 27, 1973 in Brands Hatch, United Kingdom. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imageSpectators Collection: Other Rally 1968: London-Sydney Rally

Other Rally 1968: London-Sydney Rally
NOVEMBER 24: David-Alexander Corbett / Geoffrey Mabbs, BMC 1800 during the London-Sydney Rally on November 24, 1968. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imageSpectators Collection: BSCC 1964: Round 1 Snetterton

BSCC 1964: Round 1 Snetterton
SNETTERTON, UNITED KINGDOM - MARCH 14: The two Mini's of John Fitzpatrick (87) and Paddy Hopkirk (86) tackle challenging driving conditions during the Round 1 Snetterton at Snetterton on March

Background imageSpectators Collection: Motoring News Rally Championship 1973: Nutcracker Rally

Motoring News Rally Championship 1973: Nutcracker Rally
JULY 21: Ford Escort MkI during the Nutcracker Rally on July 21, 1973. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imageSpectators Collection: Hillclimb 1921: JCC South Harting Hill Climb

Hillclimb 1921: JCC South Harting Hill Climb
SOUTH HARTING HILL, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 18: South Harting Hill during the JCC South Harting Hill Climb at South Harting Hill on June 18, 1921 in South Harting Hill, United Kingdom

Background imageSpectators Collection: 1930 Shelsley Walsh Open Hill Climb

1930 Shelsley Walsh Open Hill Climb
SHELSLEY WALSH, UNITED KINGDOM - JULY 12: WD Philips, Bugatti Type 35 during the Shelsley Walsh Open Hill Climb at Shelsley Walsh on July 12, 1930 in Shelsley Walsh, United Kingdom

Background imageSpectators Collection: WRC 1970: RAC Rally

WRC 1970: RAC Rally
DECEMBER 07: Ford Escort MkI during the RAC Rally on December 07, 2017. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imageSpectators Collection: 1965 RAC Rally

1965 RAC Rally
NOVEMBER 25: Spectators try and help recover the Rover 3 litre of Major F Preston & S.Sgt R Davies during the RAC Rally on November 25, 1965. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imageSpectators Collection: ERC 1953: Alpine Rally

ERC 1953: Alpine Rally
JULY 10: Sutcliffe / Sutcliffe, Frazer Nash Mille Miglia during the Alpine Rally on July 10, 1953. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imageSpectators Collection: Other rally 1951: RAC Rally

Other rally 1951: RAC Rally
JUNE 04: Jaguar XK120 during the RAC Rally on June 04, 1951. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imageSpectators Collection: RAC Tourist Trophy race, Goodwood, Sussex, 1958. Creator: Unknown

RAC Tourist Trophy race, Goodwood, Sussex, 1958. Creator: Unknown
Aston Martin of Tony Brooks leading Duncan Hamilton in a Jaguar D type, RAC Tourist Trophy, Goodwood, Sussex, 1958. Brooks and Stirling Moss won the race with Hamilton

Background imageSpectators Collection: The Castel Sant Angelo, Rome, with Townsfolk watching a Firework Display at Night

The Castel Sant Angelo, Rome, with Townsfolk watching a Firework Display at Night
7074554 The Castel Sant Angelo, Rome, with Townsfolk watching a Firework Display at Night (oil on panel) by Nieulandt, Willem van (1584-1635); 51x67 cm; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Background imageSpectators Collection: Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving)

Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving)
729503 Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Epsom Racecourse - The Coming In. Engraving by Smyth)

Background imageSpectators Collection: From the forest to the laid table (colour litho)

From the forest to the laid table (colour litho)
2778188 From the forest to the laid table (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the forest to the laid table)

Background imageSpectators Collection: Opening ceremony, Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium

Opening ceremony, Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium
Opening ceremony of the Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium, by Field Marshal Lord Plumer, 24 July 1927. 1927

Background imageSpectators Collection: Spectators watching the Boat Race from barges on the Thames (b / w photo)

Spectators watching the Boat Race from barges on the Thames (b / w photo)
3637440 Spectators watching the Boat Race from barges on the Thames (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSpectators Collection: On the Way to Windsor, George Vs body on the way to his final resting place at

On the Way to Windsor, George Vs body on the way to his final resting place at
STC444640 On the Way to Windsor, George Vs body on the way to his final resting place at Windsor, 1936 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageSpectators Collection: The fury of a swan (Colour Litho)

The fury of a swan (Colour Litho)
2809228 The fury of a swan (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fury of a swan)

Background imageSpectators Collection: Sketches of the British Army (colour litho)

Sketches of the British Army (colour litho)
1039493 Sketches of the British Army (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the British Army)

Background imageSpectators Collection: The Famous Battle Between Richard Humphreys and Daniel Mendoza, January 9th 1788, pub

The Famous Battle Between Richard Humphreys and Daniel Mendoza, January 9th 1788, pub
3025368 The Famous Battle Between Richard Humphreys and Daniel Mendoza, January 9th 1788, pub. 1788 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

Background imageSpectators Collection: Parade of the Contrade, Siena (oil on canvas)

Parade of the Contrade, Siena (oil on canvas)
ALI177596 Parade of the Contrade, Siena (oil on canvas) by Rustici, Vincenzo (1556-1632); Private Collection; Alinari

Background imageSpectators Collection: Introducing Georges Carpentier, 1921. Creator: George Wesley Bellows

Introducing Georges Carpentier, 1921. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Introducing Georges Carpentier, 1921

Background imageSpectators Collection: Charlie George football player for Arsenal July 1973 playing in a charity

Charlie George football player for Arsenal July 1973 playing in a charity Cricket match against Tottenham Hotspur in aid of the Woodberry Down Boys Club. Bertie Mee acts as one of the Umpires

Background imageSpectators Collection: A race of six lifeboats at Mounts Bay, Penzance, Cornwall. Date: 1867

A race of six lifeboats at Mounts Bay, Penzance, Cornwall. Date: 1867

Background imageSpectators Collection: Peugeot 205 T16, Ari Vatanen, 1987 Monte Carlo Rally. Creator: Unknown

Peugeot 205 T16, Ari Vatanen, 1987 Monte Carlo Rally. Creator: Unknown
Peugeot 205 T16, Ari Vatanen, 1987 Monte Carlo Rally

Background imageSpectators Collection: Looking Towards The Pavilion From The Mound Stand At World-Famous Lord s, c1935

Looking Towards The Pavilion From The Mound Stand At World-Famous Lord s, c1935. Spectators watching a match at Lords cricket ground in north London

Background imageSpectators Collection: Bugatti of G Blackstock competing in the Scottish Light Car Trial, 1922. Artist: Bill Brunell

Bugatti of G Blackstock competing in the Scottish Light Car Trial, 1922. Artist: Bill Brunell
Bugatti 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XL1266. Event Entry No: E-42. Driver: Blackstock, G. Withdrawn on day 4 with valve trouble. Place: Scottish Light Car Trial. Date: 5-10.6.22

Background imageSpectators Collection: Wolseley Hornet of Miss P Goodban, North West London Motor Club London-Gloucester Trial, 1932

Wolseley Hornet of Miss P Goodban, North West London Motor Club London-Gloucester Trial, 1932
Wolseley Hornet 1931 1271 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. JD1953. Event Entry No: 75 Driver: Goodban, Miss. P. Award: Silver Cup. Place: N.W.L.M.C. London-Gloucester. Date: 10.12.32

Background imageSpectators Collection: 1938 HRG Standard Meadows-engined 2-seater of MH Lawson taking part in the Petersfield Trial, 1938

1938 HRG Standard Meadows-engined 2-seater of MH Lawson taking part in the Petersfield Trial, 1938
HRG Standard Meadows-engined 2-seater. 1938 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. DOY777. Event Entry No: 77 Driver: Lawson, M.H. Chassis No. W74. Place: Petersfield Trial. Date: 1938

Background imageSpectators Collection: Georges Irat of Ernest Andre at the Boulogne Motor Week, France, 1928. Artist: Bill Brunell

Georges Irat of Ernest Andre at the Boulogne Motor Week, France, 1928. Artist: Bill Brunell
Georges Irat 2000 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. A264. Event Entry No: 56. Driver: Andre. Place: Boulogne Motor Week. Date: 3-9.9.28

Background imageSpectators Collection: Georges Irat of Ernest Andre competing at the Boulogne Motor Week, France, 1928. Artist

Georges Irat of Ernest Andre competing at the Boulogne Motor Week, France, 1928. Artist
Georges Irat 1928 2000 cc. Event Entry No: 56. Driver: Andre. Place: Boulogne Motor Week. Date: 3-9.9.28

Background imageSpectators Collection: Lanchester 10 of JM Archer of the Scottish Sporting Car Club team at the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1934

Lanchester 10 of JM Archer of the Scottish Sporting Car Club team at the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1934
Lanchester 10 1933 1203 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. FS4835. Event Entry No: 64. Driver: Archer, J.M. Scottish Sporting Car Club No. 5 team car. Place: R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally. Date: 10-14.6.34

Background imageSpectators Collection: MG PA of RA MacDermid of the Cream Cracker Team competing in the MCC Lands End Trial, 1935

MG PA of RA MacDermid of the Cream Cracker Team competing in the MCC Lands End Trial, 1935
MG PA 847 cc. Reg. No. JB3639. Event Entry No: 93 Driver: McDermid, R.A. 1934/5 Cream Cracker team car. Chassis No. PA336. M.C.C. Lands End Trial. Date: 19/20.4.35

Background imageSpectators Collection: View of Mount Etna from Catania, 1776

View of Mount Etna from Catania, 1776
View of Mount Etna from Catania, Plate XXXVI, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (hand coloured engraving)

Background imageSpectators Collection: Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932

Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. Artist: Graphic Photo Union
Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. The Arsenal players are Eddie Hapgood, goalkeeper Frank Moss, Herbie Roberts and George Male

Background imageSpectators Collection: William Hogarth drawing at Queensborough

William Hogarth drawing at Queensborough
William Hogarth (1697-1764), artist, drawing in the street at Queensborough and attracting attention from passers-by. Date: circa 1730

Background imageSpectators Collection: A grand cricket match at Brighton

A grand cricket match at Brighton
A grand cricket match was being hosted at brightons cricket ground, lot of spectators gathered to watch. Date: 1844

Background imageSpectators Collection: A cricket match upon the Goodwin Sands, Kent

A cricket match upon the Goodwin Sands, Kent
A cricket match in progress upon the Goodwin Sands in Kent, where there are also some spectators enjoying a picnic. Date: 1854

Background imageSpectators Collection: Theatre de la Gaite Performers at Niagara Falls, from Le Petit Journal

Theatre de la Gaite Performers at Niagara Falls, from Le Petit Journal
XIR236292 Theatre de la Gaite Performers at Niagara Falls, from Le Petit Journal, 13th February 1892 (colour litho) by Meyer

Background imageSpectators Collection: Sensational Grand National. The winning jockey, William Dutton on Tipperary

Sensational Grand National. The winning jockey, William Dutton on Tipperary Tim about to receive congratulations after the race. 30 March 1928

Background imageSpectators Collection: At the Ranelagh Horse and Polo Pony Show. Miss Dorothy Lawson, Mrs John Lawson

At the Ranelagh Horse and Polo Pony Show. Miss Dorothy Lawson, Mrs John Lawson and Miss Alison Lawson. 1931

Background imageSpectators Collection: An Empire Day display at Dorset Road School in Mottingham, Kent. 24 May 1939

An Empire Day display at Dorset Road School in Mottingham, Kent. 24 May 1939

Background imageSpectators Collection: Mr Greens 100th balloon ascent

Mr Greens 100th balloon ascent from the Mermaid Tavern, Hackney, London. 14 May 1832

Background imageSpectators Collection: Sea Girt, New Jersey

Sea Girt, New Jersey
Spectators Watching Donkey Going in Sea. Spectators on beach watching a donkey enter the surf at Sea Girt N.J




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"Spectators: A Tapestry of Time and Place" The Orrery by Joseph Wright: Witness the awe-struck spectators as they marvel at the celestial wonders unfolding before their eyes. Aerial view of University, Dayton, Ohio, USA: From high above, a sea fills the university grounds, eagerly awaiting an event that will shape their future. Manchester's last tram: Nostalgia fills the air as onlookers bid farewell to an era gone by, capturing a moment in time cherished by both young and old. HMS Worcester, Greenhithe, Kent: As majestic ships sail into the horizon, captivated spectators line the shores with admiration for these vessels that embody strength and adventure. Tower Ballroom, Blackpool: In this grand ballroom adorned with elegance and grace, dancers twirl under sparkling chandeliers while enchanted observers revel in their mesmerizing performances. Discovery of a Dandelion on Centre Court: Amidst fierce competition on Wimbledon's hallowed ground stands a player who finds solace in nature's simple beauty – watched closely by curious fans who appreciate life's delicate moments. Pitt Stadium, University of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania USA: Roaring cheers erupt from passionate supporters as they rally behind their team within this colossal stadium – united in spirit and pride. The Palio Siena Italy: Vibrant colors blur past cheering crowds during this exhilarating horse race through ancient streets – where centuries-old traditions ignite fervor among enthusiastic spectators. Match at Hambledon / 1777 : Step back in time to witness gentlemen clad in waistcoats engage in a spirited cricket match - an emblematic scene showcasing British sportsmanship amidst eager viewership. Goodwood by Emmwood : At Goodwood Racecourse’s picturesque setting unfolds thrilling races where horses gallop towards victory while fashionably dressed attendees soak up every moment of this prestigious event.