Charley Collection

NATIVE AMERICAN CHIEFS. Six tribal chiefs, in ceremonial attire. Left to right: Little Plume (Piegan), Buckskin Charley (Ute), Geronimo (Chiricahua Apache), Quanah Parker (Comanche)

Last of the Charlies -- watchman at Brixton Hill, London
The last of the Charlies (the traditional nickname for watchmen). Seen here is Mr R Stokes at his watchmans box, 160 Brixton Hill, South London, well equipped with a truncheon

THEATER: PANTOMIME, 1851. Scene from the pantomime, Oliver Cromwell; or, Harlequin Charley Over the Water and the Maid of Pattys Mill at the City of London Theatre in London. Engraving, English, 1851

A Bellman
3330957 A Bellman; (add.info.: Engraving of a Bellman, also known as a night-watchman or Charley. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Pomeranian "Charley" and Maltese "Hugh."
5856398 Pomeranian "Charley" and Maltese "Hugh."; (add.info.: Pomeranian "Charley" and Maltese "Hugh." Fine chromolithograph from Cassell's)

Charley Thompson, jockey, sporting studio portrait in silks
Charley Thompson, jockey, sporting studio portrait in racing silks, From an article, Racing Notes by Captain Coe'. Date: 1895

Charley Hoffman USA 50th Bob Hope Classic, PGA Tour La Quinta, Ca, USA 21 January 2009 Date: 21 January 2009

Over the water, and over the sea, and over the water to Charley (engraving)
3654685 Over the water, and over the sea, and over the water to Charley (engraving) by Brooke, Leonard Leslie (1862-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Over the water, and over the sea)

Lieut-Colonel Lord Charles John Innes-Ker (colour litho)
612756 Lieut-Colonel Lord Charles John Innes-Ker (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieut-Colonel Lord Charles John Innes-Ker, Charley)

John Leech (engraving)
1592192 John Leech (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Leech. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 December 1891)

Letter from Charley Wood 1900
Autograph letter from Charley (Charles) Wood, jockey, about his favourite victories. Winning on racehorse Galtee More were his finest moments. 1900 Date: 1900

A 2400 kilometre journey by rickshaw (engraving)
2789411 A 2400 kilometre journey by rickshaw (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A 2400 kilometre journey by rickshaw)

Cartoon, Ws Penley, actor as Charleys Aunt. 1893

Charley Dodson crossing the finishing line in an MG Magnette, winning the 1934 Tourist Trophy Race. 1934

Nina Boucicault in Charleys Aunt
Nina Boucicault (1867-1950), English actress, in the role of Kitty Verdun in the comedy Charleys Aunt. 1892

Tom getting the best of a Charley (colour litho)
2803066 Tom getting the best of a Charley (colour litho) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856) & George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tom getting the best of a Charley)

People I Have Met, the Spendthrift (engraving)
1106958 People I Have Met, the Spendthrift (engraving) by Barnard, Frederick (1846-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: People I Have Met, the Spendthrift)

Titas Wager (engraving)
1621117 Titas Wager (engraving) by Herkomer, Herman Gustave (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Titas Wager. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 December 1873)

A Victorian religious greeting card of a die-cut personalized embroidered cross, c
3604099 A Victorian religious greeting card of a die-cut personalized embroidered cross, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A "Charley, "or London Watchman of the 18th Century (engraving)
671142 A " Charley, " or London Watchman of the 18th Century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A " Charley)

Getting the best of a Charley (coloured engraving)
611051 Getting the best of a Charley (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Getting the best of a Charley)

Childrens Names: Bertha, Charlotte, Charley (colour litho)
6023174 Childrens Names: Bertha, Charlotte, Charley (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertha, Charlotte, Charley)

Charley, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
465528 Charley, c.1920s (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); 28.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Willam Sydney Penley (1852 - 1912) English actor-manager, seen here in the role of Charleys Aunt Date: 1894

Charlie Mitchell, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Charlie Mitchell, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

HRH Infante Don Alfonso of Spain at the works of the Gl?
HRH Infante Don Alfonso of Spain at the works of the Gloucestershire Aircraft Co, Cheltenham. From right: Capt Gordon W. Charley, H.P. Folland, HRH The Infante and his son Prince Albert

American team, 4 x 100m relay, 1928. Creator: Unknown
American team, 4 x 100m relay, 1928. Frank Wykoff, James Quinn, Charley Borah and Henry Russell of the United States won gold medal at the 1928 Summer Olympics, held in Amsterdam

Hawaii, Maui, Kihei, Charley Young Beach, orange sunset thru palm silhouette

Old London Characters - Charley, an aged parish constable or night watchman, carrying a lantern. 19th century

Pierce Egans Anecdotes: Charley Tell-Tale cartoon
Colour plate: Charley Tell-Tale: keeping the P.P. Gents on the broad Grin with his laughable Anecdotes from Pierce Egans anecdotes of the turf, the chase, the ring and the stage, 1827

In the Cavalry Camp at Devna (Young Cornet) ?I say Charley, do you think now that in the event of our being sent to Sebastopol, the Infantry will be required to accompany us

Charley -- Come move on there - will you -- a nightwatchman with a lantern. 19th century

Caricature of Johnny Gideon and Charley Head
Caricature of Johnny Gideon (aka E Manuel), playwright, and Charley Head, theatre manager and bookmaker. 1883

Sir William Charley
SIR WILLIAM CHARLEY Soldier, statesman and writer. Date: 1833 - 1904

Cross-shaped embroidered bookmark -- To dear Charley, 1875, with love, AF. Date: 1875

Mount Saint Bernard Abbey, Charley, Leicestershire ?
Mount Saint Bernard Abbey, Charley, near Whitwick, Leicestershire ?, England. Date: 1910s

Mount Saint Bernards Abbey, Charley, Leicestershire ?
Mount Saint Bernards Abbey, Charley, near Whitwick, Leicestershire ?, England. Showing the quadrangle Date: 1910s

English Windmill
An old windmill at Charley, Sussex, England. Date: early 1930s

CONNECTICUT: STORE, 1942. Charley Dempsey selling groceries at the First National Store in Bantam, Connecticut. Photograph by Howard R. Hollem, 1942

GROCERY STORE, 1942. Manager Charley Dempsey at the register of the First National Store grocery store in Bantam, Connecticut. Photograph by Howard Hollem, 1942

W. T. Charley, Esq. M. P
W. T. Charley, Esq. M.P

W. T. Charley, Esq. M.p

Etienne Girardot as Charleys Aunt. Date 1906

I ll be out in the morning early, words and music
I ll be out in the morning early, I ll be out on board the ship... And Charley loves a pretty girl As sweet as sugar candy. Date: 1886

Crime / Assault / C19 London
Tom getting the best of a Charley (the night watchman), by emptying him from his sentry box

Girl with K C Spaniel
A well-wrapped up little girl in a carriage holds her Charley in her lap

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"Charley: A Glimpse into the Lives of Extraordinary Individuals" In this captivating photograph by Edward S. Curtis, we are transported back to the early 1900s, where six Native American tribal chiefs stand proudly in their ceremonial attire. From left to right, we witness the dignified presence of Little Plume from the Piegan tribe, Buckskin Charley representing the Ute tribe, Geronimo of the Chiricahua Apache people, Quanah Parker hailing from the Comanche nation, Hollow Horn Bear embodying Brul Sioux traditions, and American Horse showcasing Oglala Sioux heritage. Each chief exudes strength and wisdom as they preserve their ancestral customs amidst a rapidly changing world. However, not all Charlies reside within Native American tribes or historical photographs. In bustling London's Brixton Hill district stands "The Last of The Charlies, " a watchman who diligently safeguards his community with unwavering dedication. Meanwhile, on stage during a pantomime performance in 1851 titled "Oliver Cromwell; or Harlequin, " Charley takes center stage alongside other theatrical characters. This whimsical scene transports audiences to an era filled with laughter and entertainment. Shifting gears once more brings us face-to-face with Charley Thompson - a jockey whose sporting studio portrait captures his passion for horse racing as he dons vibrant silks that symbolize his profession's thrill and elegance. Venturing further into old London's streets reveals yet another Charley - an aged parish constable affectionately known by locals for maintaining law and order within his community. As our journey continues through time and space, we encounter a country squire peeking curiously at "Charleys Theatre Westminster. " This establishment boasts performers rooted in traditional artistry—a testament to preserving cherished cultural practices even amidst societal change. Modern-day golf enthusiasts may recognize professional golfer Charley Hoffman—an embodiment of dedication, skill, and perseverance in the face of challenges.