Walter Hutchinson Collection (#3)

Paying rent in Saxon times, (c1920). Artist: Ernest Prater
Paying rent in Saxon times, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Battle of Mons Badonicus, c500 AD, (c1920). Artist: C Dudley Tennant
Battle of Mons Badonicus, c500 AD, (c1920). At the Battle of Mons Badonicus (or Mount Badon) Romano-British and Celts defeated invading Anglo-Saxons

Roman Britain, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Saxon raiders, (1921). Artist: Richard Caton Woodville II
Saxon raiders, (1921). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

The Emperor Caligula on the shore of Boulogne, 40 AD, (c1920). Artist: A MacKinlay
The Emperor Caligula on the shore of Boulogne, 40 AD, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

The scourging of Boadicea, 60 AD, (c1920). Artist: JR Skelton
The scourging of Boadicea, 60 AD, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

The landing of Julius Caesar in Britain, 55 BC, (c1920s). Artist: Richard Caton Woodville II
The landing of Julius Caesar in Britain, 55 BC, (c1920s). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Lion hunters of the European Bronze Age, (c1920). Based on a representation of a lion hunt inlaid upon the blade of a dagger found at Mycenae

Lifting of an impost at Stonehenge, 1901, (c1920). Restoration of the ancient monument. The Stonehenge complex on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire evolved in a series of stages between about 3100

Stonehenge, (c1920). A reconstruction of the stone circle as it looked up to 5, 000 years ago when it was built, and a view in modern times showing how the stones have fallen over time

Stonehenge after restoration, c1920. The Stonehenge complex on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire evolved in a series of stages between about 3100 and 1600 BC

The Duke of Monmouth pleads for his life, 1685, (c1920). Artist: John Pettie
The Duke of Monmouth pleads for his life, 1685, (c1920). James Crofts, later Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, 1st Duke of Buccleuch (1649-1685), Pretender to throne of Scotland and England

King Richard II resigning the crown to his cousin Bolingbroke, 1399, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Nelson at the Battle of the Nile, 1798, (c1920). The British fleet under Horatio Nelson destroyed the French fleet in Aboukir Bay, Egypt, in a battle fought at night

The Landing of William of Orange at Torbay, 1688, c1920. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Sir Orlando Bridgeman, 17th century, (c1920). Artist: R White
Sir Orlando Bridgeman, 17th century, (c1920). Portrait of Bridgeman (1609-1674), English jurist, lawyer, and politician. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II

Hugh Peters, 17th century, (c1920). A fanatical puritan divine and parliamentary preacher during the commonwealth period in the 17th century

Queen Elizabeth Opening the Royal Exchange in 1570, (c1920). Artist: Ernest Crofts
Queen Elizabeth Opening the Royal Exchange in 1570, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Signatures of the pilgrim fathers, 1620s, (c1920). These represent the signature of twelve leading members of the expedition which set out in the Mayflower in 1620

Guy Fawkes lantern, 17th century, (c1920). Lantern used by Fawkes in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Raleighs pipes, c1920. Pipes for smoking tobacco, belonging to English adventurer Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618). Raleigh brought the tobacco plant from the New World to England

Prisoners in the Lollards Tower, 1550s, (c1920). The picture describing the straight handling of the cloase prisonners in Lollardes Tower, originally published in John Foxes Book of Martyrs, (1563)

The Escape of Mary Queen of Scots from Loch Leven Castle, 19th century, (c1920). Victorian depiction of Mary (1542-1587) being rowed to freedom

Cardinal Wolsey Going in Procession to Westminster Hall, 1887, (c1920). Wolsey dominated Henry VIIIs government from 1515 to 1529

Latimer Preaching Before King Edward VI, c1550 (c1920). From Story of the British Nation, volume II, by Walter Hutchinson (London, c1920s)

Edward V rides into London with Duke Richard, 1483, (c1920). Artist: C I De Lacy
Edward V rides into London with Duke Richard, 1483, (c1920). Edward V (1470-1483?) was deposed in 1483 and was succeeded by his uncle, Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who ruled as Richard III

The houses of York and Lancaster, 15th century, (c1920). Members of the opposing sides in the Wars of the Roses whose symbols were the red rose (Lancaster), and the white rose (York)

James I of Scotland, 15th century, (c1920). Portrait of the Scottish king, James (1394-1437). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Joan of Arcs tower, Rouen, France, c1920. Tower where Joan of Arc (1412-1431) was held prisoner. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Dickens in the character of Sir Charles Coldstream, 1850s, (c1920). Artist: Augustus Leopold Egg
Dickens in the character of Sir Charles Coldstream, 1850s, (c1920). British author Charles Dickens (1812-1870) as Sir Charles Coldstream, hero of the farce Used Up

Sir William Chambers, British architect, artist, and author, c1760s. Artist: Francis Cotes
Sir William Chambers, architect, artist, and author, c1760s. Portrait of Chambers (1723-1796) who was born in Sweden. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume III, Walter Hutchinson

The Old Curiosity Shop, 13 Portsmouth Street, Kingsway, London, c1920. The Old Curiosity Shop in Portsmouth Street was made famous by Charles Dickenss novel of the same name

One of Barrys design for the new Houses of Parliament, 21 May 1836, (c1920). Artist: Sir Charles Barry
One of Barrys design for the new Houses of Parliament, 21 May 1836, (c1920). Architect Charles Barrys (1795-1860) new Houses of Parliament were opened in 1860 after the previous building was burnt

Winter Amusement: A View in Hyde Park from the Sluice at the East End, late 18th century, (c1920). Artist: Tookey
Winter Amusement: A View in Hyde Park from the Sluice at the East End, late 18th century, (c1920). Londoners skating on the frozen Serpentine

Early locomotives, 19th century, (c1920). From the top left: Puffing Billy, 1813; The Locomotion, 1823;, The Rocket, 1829; and the Sans Pareil, 1829

Stage Coach, 1822, (c1920). Artist: John Watson
Stage Coach, 1822, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume III, Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Napoleon I in his coronation robe, c1804, (c1920). Portrait of Napoleon (1769-1821) who crowned himself emperor. From Story of the British Nation, Volume III by Walter Hutchinson. [London, c1920s]

Premier Consul, c1803, (c1920). Artist: Charles Francois Gabriel Levachez
Premier Consul, c1803, (c1920). Portrait of Napoleon (1769-1821) as First Consul. From Story of the British Nation, Volume III by Walter Hutchinson. [London, c1920s]

Admiral Richard, Earl of Howe, 1794, (c1920). Artist: John Singleton Copley
Admiral Richard, Earl of Howe, 1794, (c1920). Richard Howe, 1st Earl Howe, British admiral, (1726-1799) commanded the English fleet that decisively defeated the French in the Battle of Ushant

Louis Francois Roubiliac making a sculpture of Shakespeare, c1765, (1920s). Artist: David Martin
Louis Francois Roubiliac making a sculpture of Shakespeare, c1765, (1920s). Roubiliac is shown finishing the terracotta model on which the marble was based

Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis, English military commander, late 18th century, (c1920). Artist: H Ogborne
Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis, English military commander, late 18th century, (c1920). Cornwallis (1738-1805)

The railway strike of 1911, London, (c1920). A convoy of Pickfords removal vans being escorted over Waterloo Bridge by soldiers

Aviation push-ball, c1914. British cavalrymen playing a game involving racquets and a large ball like a beach ball. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson

Nicholas II of Russia, 1894, (c1920). Portrait of Nicholas (1868-1918), last Emperor of Russia, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Finland

The Great Exhibition at Dublin, 1853, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Julius Caesar crosses the Thames, c55 BC, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Building a tribal homestead, (c1920). Artist: A Holloway
Building a tribal homestead, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume I, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Winter Amusement: A View in Hyde Park from the Moated House, late 18th century, (c1920). Artist: Tookey
Winter Amusement: A View in Hyde Park from the Moated House, late 18th century, (c1920). Londoners skating on the frozen Serpentine

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Walter Hutchinson: A Captivating Glimpse into History's Canvas" Step into the realm of history with Walter Hutchinson, a man who witnessed and documented significant events that shaped our world. From Admiral Sir Horatio Nelson's heroic exploits in 1798-1799 to Edward VII's regal presence in the early 1900s, Hutchinson captured it all. Intriguingly, he also delved into the social fabric of society. His lens focused on moments like balloting for the coal strike at Wheatsheaf Colliery in January 1912, revealing the struggles and resilience of workers during challenging times. Hutchinson's artistic eye transported us back to pivotal battles such as The Battle of Texel in 1673 and The Battle of Towton on March 29th, 1461. Through his brushstrokes or camera lens, we witness both triumph and tragedy etched onto these historical canvases. Not limited to wars and conflicts alone, Hutchinson explored cultural exchanges too. He immortalized Maori girls rubbing noses—a beautiful gesture symbolizing friendship—in the early 1920s. This glimpse into indigenous customs reminds us of humanity's rich diversity. Furthermore, he chronicled technological advancements like the advent of steam fire engines around c1830—an innovation that revolutionized firefighting forever. Such progress showcased how human ingenuity constantly propels us forward. Yet amidst grand narratives, Hutchinson also appreciated intimate moments. He depicted Robert De Comines men sharing their last feast at Durham before an uncertain fate befell them in1069—a poignant reminder that even within tumultuous times, bonds are forged over shared meals. Moreover, he shed light on dramatic episodes from royal courts—such as The Trial of Queen Catherine—and everyday life alike; capturing emotions frozen in time like William Frederick Yeames' "And When Did You Last See Your Father?" painted in1878.