Wd Ho Wills Collection

Rafael Sabatini, 1937. Artists: Unknown, WD & HO Wills
Rafael Sabatini (1875-1950), Italian/English writer of novels of romance and adventure, 1937. Cigarette card 30 of 40 from Famous British Authors published by WD & HO Wills

H. R. H, PSS. Alexander of Teck, 1908. Artist: WD & HO Wills
H.R.H, PSS. Alexander of Teck, 1908. Portraits of European Royalty, Willss Cigarette Cards, Bristol & London

494 C. C. B. M. W. (Ernst Henne), 1938
494 C.C. B.M.W. (Ernst Henne), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Coronation Scot Express, L. M. S. R. 1938
Coronation Scot Express, L.M.S.R. 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Bristolian Express, G. W. R. 1938
Bristolian Express, G.W.R. 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

248 C. C. D. K. W. (E. Kluge), 1938
248 C.C. D.K.W. (E. Kluge), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

499 C. C. Norton (H. L. Daniell), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Hawker Hurricane Fighter, 1938. The Hawker Hurricane is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was designed and predominantly produced by Hawker Aircraft Ltd. for the Royal Air Force

Clara Bow (1905-1965), American actress and sex symbol, 1928. Artist: WD & HO Wills
Clara Bow (1905-1965), American actress and sex symbol, 1928. Bow was widely recognized as an archetypal flapper and the original It Girl

Axe-Head, 1923. One of a series of WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards called Lucky Charms, (Bristol and London, 1923)

The Menat, 1923. Symbol of the ancient Egyptian goddess Hathor, worn for protection, fertility and virility. One of a series of WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards called Lucky Charms, (Bristol and London)

The Hand, 1923. One of a series of WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards called Lucky Charms, (Bristol and London, 1923)

348 C. C. Velocette (Stanley Woods), 1938
348 C.C. Velocette (Stanley Woods), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

German High-Speed Motor Coach, 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Napier Railton (John Cobb), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Flying Spray (Captain G. E. T. Eyston), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

De Havilland Comet Racer, 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

B. F. W. Messerschmitt Bf. 109 Fighter, 1938
B.F.W. Messerschmitt Bf. 109 Fighter, 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Mercedes-Benz (Rudolf Caracciola), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

E. R. A. (Raymond Mays), 1938
E.R.A. (Raymond Mays), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Auto-Union (Bernd Rosemeyer), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

M. G. Magnette (Major A. T. G. Gardner), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Waterbird, Jockey: E. Smith, 1939. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Unbreakable, Jockey: P. Beasley, 1939. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Shalfleet, Jockey: R. Perryman, 1939. Winners of the July Cup, Newmarket, as well as the Beaufort Handicap, manchester, and the October Stakes, Newmarket

St. Magnus, Jockey: R. Perryman, 1939. Winners of the Liverpool Spring Cup and Queen Anne Stakes in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Portobello, Jockey: P. Beasley, 1939. Portobello was unbeaten in 1938 and won most of his five races with ease. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Rockfel, Jockey: H. Wragg, 1939. In 1938 British jockey and racehorse trainer Harry Wragg rode the filly Rockfel, whom he described as the best horse he had ever ridden

Pasch, Jockey: G. Richards, 1939. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Morse Code, Jockey: D. Morgan, 1939. Winners of Cheltenham Gold Cup in 1938. Danny Morgan, had the distinction of riding for three kings of England, winning for two - Edward Vlll and George Vl

Meadow, Jockey: T. Weston, 1939. In 1933 Tommy Weston on Hyperion recorded what is considered the greatest Derby-winning performance of all time by beating high class rivals by an official margin of

Kellsboro Jack, Jockey: D. Morgan, 1939. Kellsboro Jack won the Champion Steeplechase at Aintree in 1938 and had previously won the Grand National in 1933

Helleniqua, Jockey: B. Guimard, 1939. French mare, Helleniqua, was the winner of the Cambridge Stakes in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Carlisle, Jockey: B. Carslake, 1939. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Contrevent, Jockey: A. Tucker, 1939. When Arthur Tucker won the 1938 Cesarewitch on Contrevent, it was his first ride in England having previously trained in France

Snake Lightning. Jockey: T. Hawcroft, 1939. Snake Lightning proved himself a good stayer in 1938 when running a dead heat with Naval Display for the Goodwood Stakes

Zoltan, Jockey: M. Beary, 1939. In the spring of 1938 Zoltan ridden by Michael Beary won the Esher Cup at Sandown Park. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O

Scottish Union, Jockey: B. Carslake, 1939. Winner of The St Leger and second in the Epsom Derby in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Senor, Jockey: J. Crouch, 1939. Jockey Jackie Crouch died in a plane crash at the age of 25. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Rogerstone Castle, Jockey: E. C. Elliott, 1939. Winner of the National Breeders Produce Stakes at Ascot in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Royal Danieli, Jockey: D. Moore, 1939. Royal Danieli finished in second place at the 1938 Grand National. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Path of Peace, Jockey: M. Beary, 1939. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Prometheus, Jockey: W. Rickaby, 1939. Winner of the Jully Stakes at Newmarket. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Monument, Jockey: P. Beasley, 1939. Winner of the 1938 Jubilee race. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Panorama, Jockey: P. Beasley, 1939. Winner of seven races in which he competed in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Mirza II, Jockey: H. Wragg, 1939. Winner of the Greenham Plate at Newbury in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Legend of France, Jockey: A. Richardson, 1939. Winner of the White Rose Stakes at Hurst Park in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Golden Sovereign, Jockey: T. Weston, 1939. British jockey Tommy Weston rode a total of 1, 455 winners. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

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"WD & HO Wills: A Legacy of Artistic Excellence and Iconic Designs" Step into the world of WD & HO Wills, where artistry meets innovation. Established in 1786, this renowned brand has left an indelible mark on history through their captivating creations. From the intriguing works of Rafael Sabatini in 1937 to the regal portrait of H. R. H PSS Alexander of Teck in 1908, these unknown artists have skillfully captured the essence of their subjects. Intriguingly, WD & HO Wills also ventured beyond portraiture. Take a glimpse at the roaring power behind the wheels with Ernst Henne's awe-inspiring 494 C. C. B. M. W motorcycle from 1938 or feel the exhilaration aboard iconic locomotives like Coronation Scot Express by L. M. S. R and Bristolian Express by G. W. R. , both from 1938. The collection expands further with E. Kluge's masterful depiction of a stunning 248 C. C. D. K. W motorcycle and H. L Daniell's dynamic portrayal of speed on his powerful Norton bike – both from 1938. But it doesn't stop there; delve into ancient artifacts like Axe-Head (1923), The Menat (1923), and The Hand (1923) that transport you back to forgotten times, showcasing WD & HO Wills' diverse artistic range. Lastly, Stanley Woods' triumphant ride on his remarkable 348 C. C Velocette motorcycle leaves us breathless as we witness true passion for speed personified. And let us not forget about German High-Speed Motor Coach (1938), a testament to engineering marvels that pushed boundaries during its time. WD & HO Wills continues to be synonymous with excellence - capturing moments frozen in time through their exceptional artwork and designs that transcend generations. Their legacy lives on as these timeless pieces continue to inspire and captivate art enthusiasts worldwide.