Carver Collection

A Plan of the town of Sheffield in the county of York drawn by W. Fairbank 1797. Engraved by Thomas Harris
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library:s 45 S

The Gentleman Who Asked the Carver - H. M. Bateman
The Gentleman who asked the carver at Simpson s-in-the-Strand whether the meat was English or foreign. A curious and innocent question from a diner at the famous English restaurant causing more than

Advertisement for Robert Sorby and Sons, edge tool manufacturers, Carver Street, 1889
Image from Sheffield and Neighbourhood (page 208) (printed and published by Pawson and Brailsford, Sheffield, 1889 (Sheffield Local Studies Library: 914.274 S)

The Wild Bunch, 1901, gang of American outlaws, bank and train robbers, led by Butch Cassidy, seated right. Cassidy, born Robert LeRoy Parker (1866-1908): Standing left

Market Reports - English Country Squire carves the beef
Market Reports illustrated (Postcard series): MEAT: " English beef was in fine condition." This report on English beef (as a commodity traded on the Stock Exchange)

MASSASOIT & CARVER, 1620. Wampanoag Native American chief Massasoit meeting with John Carver, the first governor of Plymouth colony, in 1620. Steel engraving, American, 19th century

Union Workhouse, Wellington, Somerset
The Wellington Union workhouse on North Street, Wellington, Somerset. A group of local children stand outside. The workhouse, designed by County Surveyor, Richard Carver, was erected in 1836-7

GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864-1943). American botanist, chemist, and educator. Lithograph by Richard Brent, c1940

Ms. Lat 209 fol. 11r The Professions, from De Sphaera (vellum)
XIR308310 Ms. Lat 209 fol.11r The Professions, from De Sphaera (vellum) by De Predis, Cristoforo (1440/45-86) (attributed to); Biblioteca Estense, Modena

Burma Woodcarver
Burma. - A wood-carver

The Judgement of Solomon (marble)
3507389 The Judgement of Solomon (marble); (add.info.: Marble sculpture depicting 'The Judgement of Solomon' by Simon Troger (1693-1768) an Austrian ivory carver

"The Ivory Carver" - painted by E. H. Wehnert, 1857. Creator: Unknown
"The Ivory Carver" - painted by E. H. Wehnert, 1857. Charles Boxer, an American poet of some reputation, has furnished the subject of the picture by Mr

Portrait of Lorenz Spengler, Ivory Turner and Curator of the Royal Danish Kunstkammer, 1756-1757. Swiss craftsman, teacher, court artist

Ship Carver's Sign, c. 1938. Creator: Dorothy Hay Jensen
Ship Carver's Sign, c. 1938

A stone carving shop at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

Mr Pickwick Addresses the Club, 1890 (w / c on paper)
DHM35978 Mr Pickwick Addresses the Club, 1890 (w/c on paper) by Green, Charles (1840-98); 77x95 cm; Charles Dickens Museum, London

The Wild Bunch, American outlaw gang, 1901 (1954). Left to right, standing, William Carver (News Carver), Harvey Logan (Kid Curry); sitting, Harry Longabaugh (Sundance Kid)

Granite stone carvings outside a shop at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

A stone carver at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India
A stone carver in his workshop at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

Papua Wood Carver
Antonyus Bunjamin (Abe)

Carver Doone
Image of Carver Doone, a character in Lorna Doone. Date: circa 1908

High Diving Horse
William Doc Carver (1851-1927) had been mounting a diving horse show since 1894. The rider in this picture is probably his daughter Lorena. Date: circa 1925

Lewes Stable and Owner G. Poole
Scenes from Lewes Stable, owned by G. Poole, who is pictured in one of the images. Also shown are champion jockey L. B. Rees and racehorse Ned Carver. Date: circa 1924

Bronze sculpture of a WWI British trooper
Bronze sculpture of a First World War British trooper astride his horse.Born in Paris 26.11.1871, he learned the techniques of Sculpture from his father

Trade Card for John Steell, Carver, Gilder, and Printseller, 19th century. 19th century. Creator: Anon
Trade Card for John Steell, Carver, Gilder, and Printseller, 19th century

The Mask Carver, Japan, 1804 / 30. Creator: Katsushika Hokumei
The Mask Carver, Japan, 1804/30

Wood Carvers Bench, 1938. Creator: Lloyd Charles Lemcke
Wood Carvers Bench, 1938

E Cross (b / w photo)
3651386 E Cross (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: E Cross. Illustration for Oxford Illustrated (Mates Illustrated Guides)

Man Goeth Forth To His Labours, 1859 (oil on canvas)
3822499 Man Goeth Forth To His Labours, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Calderon, Philip Hermogenes (1833-98); 76.2x87 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire

Indian ivory carver in a bazaar working on model of ceremonial elephant (photo)
5998137 Indian ivory carver in a bazaar working on model of ceremonial elephant (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Irish gentleman in his cell, Dublin prison, 1821
Irish gentleman in his cell with other inmates, Dublin prison, 1821. Captain Blake introduces a ragged exciseman. Sheriffs Prison - Introducing Swan the Exciseman

The Stonemason, c. 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT173517 The Stonemason, c.1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

A pair of George III Dining Chairs, c. 1765 (carved mahogany and upholstery)
PAR222390 A pair of George III Dining Chairs, c.1765 (carved mahogany and upholstery) by Manwaring, Robert (18th Century) (attr)

Evelyn discovering Grinling Gibbons, illustration from Cassell
STC393246 Evelyn discovering Grinling Gibbons, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Lynne Carver in a golf outfit designed by Dolly Tree in 1940 Date: 1940

Lynn Carver and Reginald Gardiner in Everybody Sing (1938)
Lynn Carver in Everybody Sing (1938) wearing a white evening gown and white fur jacket designed by Dolly Tree, along with Reginald Gardiner Date: 1938

R Moseley, carver and gilder to the king, trade card (engraving)
731539 R Moseley, carver and gilder to the king, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: R Moseley, carver and gilder to the king, trade card)

Stonemason at work in a graveyard. circa 1800

Festival of the Royal Society of Musicians (engraving)
1616331 Festival of the Royal Society of Musicians (engraving) by Jellicoe, John (fl.1888); Private Collection; (add.info.: Festival of the Royal Society of Musicians)

Swiss Peasant in Winter (engraving)
3625273 Swiss Peasant in Winter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swiss Peasant in Winter. Illustration for Chatterbox (1885)

Portrait de Carle Vanloo, d apres lui-meme (engraving)
3644551 Portrait de Carle Vanloo, d apres lui-meme (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait de Carle Vanloo, d apres lui-meme)

Imagiers au treizieme siecle (engraving)
3646100 Imagiers au treizieme siecle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Imagiers au treizieme siecle. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1882)

A wood carver of Simla (engraving)
728541 A wood carver of Simla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A wood carver of Simla)

Cribb, glass and picture frame maker, trade card (engraving)
733793 Cribb, glass and picture frame maker, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cribb, glass and picture frame maker, trade card)

Edward and his employer (engraving)
6007151 Edward and his employer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward and his employer)

Studio of Japanese wood-carver (engraving)
967322 Studio of Japanese wood-carver (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Studio of Japanese wood-carver)

Carver working on casket ornaments, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078985 Carver working on casket ornaments, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Receipt from Lorenzo Gobbi, carver, gilder, looking glass and picture frame manufacturer, Liverpool, 1886 (litho)
3639374 Receipt from Lorenzo Gobbi, carver, gilder, looking glass and picture frame manufacturer, Liverpool, 1886 (litho) by English School

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"Carver: A Journey Through Time and Craftsmanship" Step into the world of Carver, where history, artistry, and legends intertwine. From the intricate engravings of Thomas Harris to the daring exploits of The Wild Bunch, this caption takes you on a captivating ride. In 1797, W. Fairbank's plan of Sheffield unveils a town bustling with life and industry. Among its streets lies Carver Street, home to Robert Sorby and Sons - renowned edge tool manufacturers since 1889. Their craftsmanship echoes through time as their tools shape wood into masterpieces. But carving is not limited to objects; it extends to encounters that shaped nations. In 1620, Massasoit, a Wampanoag Native American chief met John Carver - the first governor of Plymouth colony. This pivotal moment in history immortalized through an enchanting steel engraving from the 19th century. As we journey further, we encounter diverse carvers across continents - from Burma's skilled woodcarvers to Papua's indigenous artisans who breathe life into their creations. Their hands tell stories passed down for generations. Yet carving transcends physicality; it becomes an expression of social dynamics too. Market Reports reveal English country squires skillfully carving beef while discussing matters beyond culinary delights – perhaps shaping alliances or sealing deals amidst slices. Even humor finds its place in our exploration as H. M Bateman introduces us to "The Gentleman Who Asked the Carver. " Laughter ensues as social norms are playfully challenged at mealtime gatherings. Delving deeper still reveals ancient manuscripts like Ms. Lat209 fol. llr depicting professions including that of a carver – reminding us that this craft has stood firm throughout centuries. And finally, we pay homage to George Washington Carver – an American botanist whose tireless efforts revolutionized agriculture and education during challenging times in history.