Toller Collection

The Importance of Being Ernest by Oscar Wilde
Promotional postcard for The Importance of Being Ernest by Oscar Wilde. First produced at the St. Jamess Theatre, on 14th February 1895. For the St. James revival, 25th November 1909

James Toller Race Horse Trainer 19 August 1994 Date: 19 August 1994

Western Counties Rugby Team: Donaldson, Hall, Birch, Ebdon, Toller, Lias, Gamlin, Bildings, May, Jarman, Thomas, Salter, Soane, Bowley, Stoyle. 1890s

WILLIAM LOWNDES TOLLER FOY - Timber dealer and businessman. Date: 1911

Simon Paap (1789-1828 ) and James Toller (1798-1818), c1894
Simon Paap (1789-1828 ) and James Toller (1798-1818) c1816. Simon Paap (1789-1828 ) was a famous Dutch dwarf who stood at twenty eight inches tall and James Toller (1798-1818)

Costume design for the play The Virgin Forest by Ernst Toller, 1924. Artist: Nikolay Akimov
Costume design for the play The Virgin Forest by Ernst Toller, 1924. Found in the collection of the State Central A Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Rosenkavalier 1st Night
Richard Strauss with Max Reinhardt (3rd from left, back), librettist Hoffman- sthal (behind the composer) and other VIPs, on the first night at Dresden, 26.1.1911

R Strauss & Associates
RICHARD STRAUSS with Hofmannsthal and other associates at the first production of Der Rosenkavalier at Dresden, 26 January 1911

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"Toller: A Name Woven into History's Tapestry" From the witty banter of Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Ernest" to the heroic tales of James Toller on the Western Counties Rugby Team, the name "Toller" has left an indelible mark on various realms. One such figure is William Lowndes Toller Foy, a man whose legacy resonates through time. Known for his contributions to society and dedication to public service, Foy embodied the ideals of integrity and compassion. Delving further into history, we encounter Simon Paap and James Toller, two individuals who lived in different eras but shared a common thread. Their stories intertwine like vines on a trellis as they both left their mark during their respective lifetimes. Even in artistic endeavors, we find evidence of the impact that Tollers have had. Nikolay Akimov's costume design for Ernst Toller's play "The Virgin Forest" showcases how this surname transcends boundaries and finds its way onto grand stages where creativity flourishes. But it is perhaps James Toller who emerges as a recurring presence throughout these hints—a name that echoes with significance. Whether it be his athletic prowess or other accomplishments yet unknown, he remains an enigma waiting to be explored. Intriguingly enough, multiple mentions of James Toller pique our curiosity about this individual—his life story shrouded in mystery yet begging to be unraveled. Who was he? What were his triumphs? These questions linger like whispers in the wind. As we contemplate these fragments from history and artistry alike, one thing becomes clear: The name "Toller" carries weight beyond mere letters strung together—it represents resilience, talent, and untold narratives waiting patiently to be discovered by those willing to delve deeper into its rich tapestry.