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Tomahawk Collection (#2)

"Tomahawk: A Symbol of Heritage, Courage, and Flight" The tomahawk holds a significant place in history

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Eddie Plenty Holes, a Sioux Indian, c. 1899 (b / w photo)

Eddie Plenty Holes, a Sioux Indian, c. 1899 (b / w photo)
BAL144952 Eddie Plenty Holes, a Sioux Indian, c.1899 (b/w photo) by Heyn, Herman (b.1852); Private Collection

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Master Schaum, 1808 / 10. Creator: Jacob Eichholtz

Master Schaum, 1808 / 10. Creator: Jacob Eichholtz
Master Schaum, 1808/10

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Tomahawk, c. 1939. Creator: George E. Rhone

Tomahawk, c. 1939. Creator: George E. Rhone
Tomahawk, c. 1939

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Indian Warrior on the Edge of a Precipice, 1847 (oil on canvas)

Indian Warrior on the Edge of a Precipice, 1847 (oil on canvas)
CH92912 Indian Warrior on the Edge of a Precipice, 1847 (oil on canvas) by Deas, Charles (1818-67); 92.8x67 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Buffalo Dance, from Catlins North American Indian Portfolio

Buffalo Dance, from Catlins North American Indian Portfolio
4071310 Buffalo Dance, from Catlins North American Indian Portfolio. Hunting Scenes and Amusements of the Rocky Mountains and Prairies of America, pub

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Suspense! or, Empress - Wife - Mother (colour litho)

Suspense! or, Empress - Wife - Mother (colour litho)
3648329 Suspense! or, Empress - Wife - Mother (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suspense! or, Empress - Wife - Mother)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Two Ministers!!!??? (colour litho)

Two Ministers!!!??? (colour litho)
3648315 Two Ministers!!!??? (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Ministers!!!??)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: The Modern Quixote! (colour litho)

The Modern Quixote! (colour litho)
3648301 The Modern Quixote! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Modern Quixote! (Dedicated to Mr Downing MP)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Ye Venerable Bob (colour litho)

Ye Venerable Bob (colour litho)
3648297 Ye Venerable Bob (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ye Venerable Bob. A Legend of Mr Lowe-Hys Budget)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Will He Reign? or, Father and Son (colour litho)

Will He Reign? or, Father and Son (colour litho)
3648286 Will He Reign? or, Father and Son (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Will He Reign? or, Father and Son)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Going Home! (colour litho)

Going Home! (colour litho)
3648284 Going Home! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Going Home)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Not out of Danger or, Among the Icebergs (colour litho)

Not out of Danger or, Among the Icebergs (colour litho)
3648266 Not out of Danger or, Among the Icebergs (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Not out of Danger or, Among the Icebergs)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine, 1869 (colour litho)

Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine, 1869 (colour litho)
3648259 Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine, 1869 (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: A Bright Vision (colour litho)

A Bright Vision (colour litho)
3648255 A Bright Vision (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bright Vision)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Alone in the World! (colour litho)

Alone in the World! (colour litho)
3648253 Alone in the World! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alone in the World)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: A Right Merrie Song for Christmas Time! (colour litho)

A Right Merrie Song for Christmas Time! (colour litho)
3648230 A Right Merrie Song for Christmas Time! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Right Merrie Song for Christmas Time)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Don t Desert Me (colour litho)

Don t Desert Me (colour litho)
3648224 Don t Desert Me (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don t Desert Me. (Dedicated to HRH the Prince of Wales by Britannia)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Which Will it Be? or, The London Season 1868-9 (colour litho)

Which Will it Be? or, The London Season 1868-9 (colour litho)
3648223 Which Will it Be? or, The London Season 1868-9 (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Which Will it Be)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Running into Danger! (colour litho)

Running into Danger! (colour litho)
3648212 Running into Danger! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Running into Danger! (Dedicated to the Rt Hon B Disraeli)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: On the Verge! (colour litho)

On the Verge! (colour litho)
3648211 On the Verge! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Verge)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Sermons and Sermons! or, Sweet Lies for Wealthy Sinners (colour litho)

Sermons and Sermons! or, Sweet Lies for Wealthy Sinners (colour litho)
3648207 Sermons and Sermons! or, Sweet Lies for Wealthy Sinners (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sermons and Sermons)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: The Rough Gulliver in the Toils! or, The Real Use of Our Citizen Army (colour litho)

The Rough Gulliver in the Toils! or, The Real Use of Our Citizen Army (colour litho)
3648206 The Rough Gulliver in the Toils! or, The Real Use of Our Citizen Army (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Digging His Own Grave! or, The Political Trappist (colour litho)

Digging His Own Grave! or, The Political Trappist (colour litho)
3648204 Digging His Own Grave! or, The Political Trappist (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Digging His Own Grave)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Defying the Avalanche! or, Disraeli Versus Justice (colour litho)

Defying the Avalanche! or, Disraeli Versus Justice (colour litho)
3648202 Defying the Avalanche! or, Disraeli Versus Justice (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Defying the Avalanche)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Home from the Derby! (colour litho)

Home from the Derby! (colour litho)
3648196 Home from the Derby! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home from the Derby)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: The Girl of the Period! or, Painted by a Prurient Prude (colour litho)

The Girl of the Period! or, Painted by a Prurient Prude (colour litho)
3648189 The Girl of the Period! or, Painted by a Prurient Prude (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Girl of the Period)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Foul Play! or, A Valentine to the Rescue (colour litho)

Foul Play! or, A Valentine to the Rescue (colour litho)
3648185 Foul Play! or, A Valentine to the Rescue (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foul Play! or, A Valentine to the Rescue)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: A Slender Chance! (colour litho)

A Slender Chance! (colour litho)
3648183 A Slender Chance! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Slender Chance)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Waiting for the Verdict! or, The Most Shameful Sight in the World (colour litho)

Waiting for the Verdict! or, The Most Shameful Sight in the World (colour litho)
3648180 Waiting for the Verdict! or, The Most Shameful Sight in the World (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Pictures in the Fire! (colour litho)

Pictures in the Fire! (colour litho)
3648156 Pictures in the Fire! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pictures in the Fire)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Banquo at the Banquet (colour litho)

Banquo at the Banquet (colour litho)
3648153 Banquo at the Banquet (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Banquo at the Banquet)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Samson Agonistes (colour litho)

Samson Agonistes (colour litho)
3648149 Samson Agonistes (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samson Agonistes)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Native American war implements (chromolitho)

Native American war implements (chromolitho)
5235959 Native American war implements (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native American war implements)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Indian chiefs at Deadwood, South Dakota, 1891 (b / w photo)

Indian chiefs at Deadwood, South Dakota, 1891 (b / w photo)
5042921 Indian chiefs at Deadwood, South Dakota, 1891 (b/w photo) by Grabill, John C. H. (fl. late 19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: A Scene on the Frontiers as Practised by the Humane British and their Worthy Allies, pub

A Scene on the Frontiers as Practised by the Humane British and their Worthy Allies, pub
1144625 A Scene on the Frontiers as Practised by the Humane British and their Worthy Allies, pub. 1812 (hand coloured engraving) by Charles

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Iroquois Savage, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J

Iroquois Savage, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J
CHT111667 Iroquois Savage, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J. Laroque, 1796 (coloured engraving) by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, Jacques (1757-1810) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Dance of Dog Soldiers (pochoir print)

Dance of Dog Soldiers (pochoir print)
STC235510 Dance of Dog Soldiers (pochoir print) by Tsatoke, Monroe (1904-37); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tsatoke was one of the Kiowa Five; ); The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Pawnee people in front of a tribal earth lodge, c. 1869 (b / w photo)

Pawnee people in front of a tribal earth lodge, c. 1869 (b / w photo)
PNP246111 Pawnee people in front of a tribal earth lodge, c.1869 (b/w photo) by Jackson, William Henry (1843-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Apache Chief Antonio Maria with his family, 1897 (b / w photo)

Apache Chief Antonio Maria with his family, 1897 (b / w photo)
PNP245337 Apache Chief Antonio Maria with his family, 1897 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Portrait of Ki-on-twog-ky, 1796 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Ki-on-twog-ky, 1796 (oil on canvas)
NYH154234 Portrait of Ki-on-twog-ky, 1796 (oil on canvas) by Bartoli, F. (fl.1796); 76.2x63.5 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Costumes of a chief and a youth of the Tlingit

Costumes of a chief and a youth of the Tlingit nation, Port des Francais (Lituya Bay), Northwest coast of America (Alaska)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Black Hawk, from Narrative of the captivity and providential escape of Mrs

Black Hawk, from Narrative of the captivity and providential escape of Mrs
NBY332328 Black Hawk, from Narrative of the captivity and providential escape of Mrs. Jane Lewis, 1834 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Iroquois Warrior, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J

Iroquois Warrior, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J
NYH188136 Iroquois Warrior, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J. Laroque, 1796 (coloured engraving) by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho)

Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho)
3648245 Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taking off the Chains)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine, 1869 (colour litho)

Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine, 1869 (colour litho)
3648243 Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine, 1869 (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Tomahawk magazine)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: The Young Gentleman (!) of the Day (colour litho)

The Young Gentleman (!) of the Day (colour litho)
3648237 The Young Gentleman (!) of the Day (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Young Gentleman ()

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Tomahawks Hieroglyphic for 1869 (colour litho)

Tomahawks Hieroglyphic for 1869 (colour litho)
3648234 Tomahawks Hieroglyphic for 1869 (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomahawks Hieroglyphic for 1869)

Background imageTomahawk Collection: Page of advertisements (colour litho)

Page of advertisements (colour litho)
3648233 Page of advertisements (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of advertisements)




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"Tomahawk: A Symbol of Heritage, Courage, and Flight" The tomahawk holds a significant place in history, representing the rich cultural heritage of the Osage Chief from around 1830. This powerful weapon was not only wielded with strength but also carried deep racial and historical significance. In "Be Just and Fear Not. " - a captivating color litho artwork - we witness the valor associated with this iconic tool. It reminds us to stand firm in our convictions, always striving for justice without succumbing to fear. Beyond its historical context, the tomahawk takes on various forms across different realms. From the North Native American stone tomahawk that showcases exquisite craftsmanship to modern-day aircraft like G-OATS Piper PA-38 Tomahawk or Piper Tomahawks such as G-BGGJ, G-DTOO, G-DFLY, F-GJHT; it continues to captivate our imagination. Just as these aircraft soar through the skies with grace and precision, they pay homage to their namesake's legacy by embodying courage and determination. The Piper PA-38 Tomahawks symbolize freedom of flight while honoring an ancient tradition that still resonates today. In another realm entirely lies "Saguaro Gatherers, " a mesmerizing photo capturing indigenous people amidst towering cacti. Though seemingly unrelated at first glance, this image serves as a reminder that even within diverse cultures and landscapes, there exists shared admiration for ancestral customs represented by the tomahawk. Whether it be through artistry or aviation marvels like G-OATS Piper PA-38 Tomahawk or other variations such as G-BGGJ or G-DTOO – each bearing their own unique stories – we are reminded of our collective past while embracing progress towards a brighter future. The tomahawk remains an enduring symbol bridging generations together; reminding us all to honor traditions while forging ahead fearlessly into uncharted territories.