Stanley Collection (#25)

Sir Stanley Hooker (left) and Sir George Edwards at 4 Hamilton Place

Stanley Baldwin, 1st Earl Bewdley (1867-1947) British Conservative statesman: Prime minister three times between 1923 and 1937. Photograph c1932

Arthur Stanley Eddington (1882-1944) British astronomer physicist and mathematician. Supporter and promoter of Einsteins theories of Relativity

Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) Welsh-born American explorer with a Gatling machine gun on his expedition of 1887

Cycling: Lady in Rational cycling dress. Cover of The Sketch Cycling Supplement London 14 November 1897 celebrating 21 years of the Stanley Cycling Club

Stanley Baldwin (1867-1947) lst Earl Bewdley. British politician. Member of Parliament 1906: Prime Minister 1923-31, 1935-37: here addressing House of Commons from the dispatch box. Cartoon

Exhibition of hypnosis given by Irish physician using the pseudonym Dr Stanley at the Hotel Metropole, London, under the auspices of members of the medical profession

Dr Livingstone, I presumeja The historic meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) Welsh explorer and journalist, and David Livingstone (1813-1873) Scottish missionary and African explorer

You may know a man by the company he keeps : Sir Francis Burdett (1770-1844) standing behind William Cobbett, Lord Althorp and Edward Smith Stanley

Frederick Arthur Stanley (1841-1908) sixteenth Earl of Derby. English Conservative statesman, racehorse owner. Governor-General of Canada 1888-1893. From Men of Mark, London 1877. Woodburytype

Henry Morton Stanley (1840-1904) born John Rowlands at Denbigh, Wales, Welsh-born American journalist and explorer. Engraving from Le Voleur (Paris, 20 September 1882)

Daylight at Last Henry Morton Stanley (1840-1904) born John Rowlands at Denbigh, Wales, Welsh-born American journalist and explorer

Dr Livingstone, I presumeja Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) Welsh-born American journalist and explorer meeting Dr David Livingstone (1813-1873) Scottish missionary and explorer of Africa at Ujiji

Henry Morton Stanley (1840-1904) born John Rowlands at Denbigh, Wales, Welsh-born American journalist and explorer. From The Leisure Hour (London, 1890)

Stanley Baldwin (1867-1947) 1st Earl Baldwin: English Conservative politician: Member of Parliament 1906: Prime Minister 1923-1931, 1935-1937. Baldwin c1932. Halftone

Edward George Stanley, 14th Earl of Derby (1799-1869) English statesman. Three times Prime Minister. From The Worlds Great Men (London c1870). Engraving

Frederick Arthur Stanley (1841-1908) 16th Earl of Derby, English Conservative politician. Known as Frederick Stanley until 1886 when he was created Baron Stanley of Preston

Robin Goodfellow
robin Goodfellow, The New Play At The Garrick Theatre: 1. Valentine Barbrook (mr. John Hare): " there, And You Will Be Silent Then." 2. Grace Barbrook (miss K. Rorke) And Hugh Rokeby (mr)

MR. STANLEY AT THE ALBERT HALL, engraving 1890, UK, U. K. Britain, British, Europe
MR. STANLEY AT THE ALBERT HALL, engraving 1890, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, Great Britain, European

Homage to Stanley, Fete Given in Honour of the Explorer at the Bourse, Brussels, Belgium, Engraving 1890

Once more on English Soil, Arrival of Stanley at the Admiralty Pier, Dover, Engraving 1890, Uk, u
ONCE MORE ON ENGLISH SOIL, ARRIVAL OF STANLEY AT THE ADMIRALTY PIER, DOVER, engraving 1890, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, Great Britain, European

The Explorer Speaking at the Banquet Given in his Honour by the Burgomaster at the Town Hall, Mr. Stanley at Brussels, Belgium, Engraving 1890

MR. H. M. STANLEY BY H. HERKOMER, engraving 1890

MR. H. M. STANLEY, engraving 1890

First Person Singular, Drawn by C. s. Reinfiart
First Person Singular, Drawn by C.s. Reinfiart

First Person Singular, Drawn by C. s. Reinhart
First Person Singular, Drawn by C.s. Reinhart

Australia, Tasmania, Stanley, view of beach and north coastline from The Nut

(1840-1892). Originally Eduard Schnitzer. German explorer. Emin Pasha, isolated by the Mahdi revolt in Sudan
MEHMED EMIN PASHA (1840-1892). Originally Eduard Schnitzer. German explorer. Emin Pasha, isolated by the Mahdi revolt in Sudan, is rescued by Henry Morton Stanley, 1888. Contemporary wood engraving

American psychologist and educator. Line engraving, American, 1889
GRANVILLE HALL (1846-1924). American psychologist and educator. Line engraving, American, 1889

A patient in a New York City hospital writes a letter home on an adjustable table
NEW YORK: HOSPITAL, 1878. A patient in a New York City hospital writes a letter home on an adjustable table. Wood engraving, 1878, after Charles Stanley Reinhart

(1846-1924). American psychologist and educator. Line engraving, American, 1889
GRANVILLE STANLEY HALL (1846-1924). American psychologist and educator. Line engraving, American, 1889

Giant kelp (Macrocystes pyrifera), Gypsy Cove, Stanley, East Falkland Island, South Atlantic Ocean, South America

Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Stanleys Bustard (Neotis denhami stanleyi) adult male, displaying, Bontebok N. P. Western Cape, South Africa, September
Stanleys Bustard (Neotis denhami stanleyi) adult male, displaying, Bontebok N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, September

Encounter between the explorers Sir Henry Morton
" Encounter between the explorers Sir Henry Morton Stanley and David Livingstone in Ujiji. Illustration of the Englishe edition of Stanleys work " Trip in search of Doctor Livingstone in

Stanley, Sir Henry Morton (1841-1904). Etching

Stanley, Sir Hernry Morton (1841-1904). Etching

Stanley, Sir Henry Morton (1841-1904). Through
" Stanley, Sir Henry Morton (1841-1904). " Through "

Petit Lake and Sawtooth Mountain Range in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area of Idaho

Canoeing on Stanley Lake in the Sawtooth Mountain Range near Stanley, Idaho, USA

The Sawtooth Mountains at dusk in the Stanley Basin, Idaho

The Salmon River in the Stanley Basin, Idaho

USA, ID, Sawtooth Mts. NRA, Mt. McGowan Reflected in Stanley Lake

Redfish Lake and the Sawtooth Mountains in Stanley, Idaho

McGowan Peak in the Sawtooth Mountain Range near Stanley, Idaho, USA

Sawtooth mountains reflect in small wetlands near Stanley Idaho

Valley Creek near Stanley, Idaho

Osprey in tree in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area in Idaho

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"Stanley: A Journey Through Time and Comedy" Step into the world of Stanley, where laughter and adventure await. Just like Laurel and Hardy, this enigmatic figure embodies the spirit of classic comedy. From their iconic films like "Flying Deuces" in 1939 to the timeless charm captured in a publicity still from "Big Business" in 1929, Stanley's presence is undeniable. But there's more to Stanley than just his comedic genius. Delve deeper into his story as we explore maps that trace the travels of explorers across Africa, reminding us that he too embarked on a journey filled with unknown territories and unexpected encounters. Intriguingly, we stumble upon an image of HMS Minerva at Stanley harbour, hinting at perhaps another side to our protagonist - one intertwined with maritime adventures or naval connections. As we continue our exploration, we find ourselves transported to Walton Heath Golf Club in 1932. Could it be that Stanley had a passion for golf? Or did he simply enjoy observing others engage in this gentlemanly sport? And then there are Stephen Ward's sketches of celebrities from 1960; do they hold any connection to our mysterious subject? Were these famous faces part of Stanley's circle or merely inspiration for his own artistic endeavors? The map illustrating African travels reappears once again – a reminder that while comedy may have been his calling card, there were other facets waiting to be discovered within him. Surprisingly juxtaposed against all these clues is an intriguing photograph by Stanley Morrow capturing the Little Bighorn Monument. Does this signify an interest in history or perhaps even involvement in significant events beyond what meets the eye? Finally, we encounter yet another notable figure named Stanley Baldwin – could this be a mere coincidence or does it offer insight into our protagonist's identity? The first Earl Baldwin of Bewdley leaves us wondering about potential connections between them. With each piece falling into place, the enigma deepens.