Collings Collection

King George VI in Coronation Robes by Albert Collings
Portrait of King George VI by the portrait painter Albert Collings. Collings originally painted the picture for the Coronation of King Edward VIII but, after the Abdication, repainted the face

Key figures behind tariff reform from Birmingham area
The key figures behind tariff reform from the Birmingham area. Tariff Reform introduced by Joseph and Austen Chamberlain in 1903

King George VI in coronation robes, 1937. Artist: Albert Henry Collings
King George VI in coronation robes, 1937. A coloured plate from the Illustrated London News: Coronation Record Number, (London, 1937)

Frost on the Thames, 1788-1789, (1930). Creator: Samuel Collings
Frost on the Thames, 1788-1789, (1930). A frost fair on the River Thames in the City of London, sketched on the spot. People warm themselves round a brazier

Douglas B-26C Invader N8036E My Mary Lou (msn 28975, ex 44-35696), of the Collings Foundation / Aviation Museum of Texas, Uvalde, Texas. Date: 1992

Portrait Of A Young Lady
A portrait painting of a smiling young lady wearing a black shawl over a red dress, exposing her shoulders. This example, painted by Albert Henry Collings

Mountain Settlement
A painting of a settlement of houses sat at the base of an enormous snow tipped, jagged mountain, with a foreground landscape of brown and green hills. Date: circa 1915

Lifes Ambitions, 1920? (oil on canvas)
828452 Lifes Ambitions, 1920? (oil on canvas) by Collings, Albert Henry (fl.1893-d.1947); 200x143.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lifes Ambitions. Albert Henry Collings (1868- 1947)

The Journalist, With a View of Auckinleck-or the Land of Stones (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 15, 1786

Frontispiece (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 15, 1786

More of Werther-The Separation: Charlotte Preserved from Destruction by Albert and Hymen, whilst Werther in an access of frenzy puts and end to his existence, May 6, 1786

The Dance on Dun-Can (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), May 15, 1786

Wit and Wisdom (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 15, 1786

The Reconciliation (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 20, 1786

The Vision (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), May 15, 1786

Setting out from Edinburgh (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), May 30, 1786

Imitations at Drury-Lane Theatre (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 20, 1786

The Contest at Auckinleck (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 10, 1786

Scottifying the Palate (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 30, 1786

Veronica, a Breakfast Conversation (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 30, 1786

Sailing Among the Hebrides (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 10, 1786

Lodging at M Queens (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 20, 1786

The Triumph of Sentiment, January 15, 1787. January 15, 1787. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Triumph of Sentiment, January 15, 1787

The Recovery (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 20, 1786

The Chamber of Taste, ca. 1785. ca. 1785. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Chamber of Taste, ca. 1785

Frontispiece, Revising for the Second Edition (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), June 15, 1786

Walking Up the High Street, Edinburgh (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), May 15, 1786

May Day in London Artist: William Blake
May Day (in London), 1784. Milkmaids with garlands and chimney sweep boys dancing outside a pewterers and a barbers premises in Milk Street

Gilpin going farther than he intended, 1784. Artist: Smith
Gilpin going farther than he intended, 1784. Gilpin galloping from right to left past the Bell inn, Edmonton. Mrs Gilpin and two others are looking from an upper window

A pugilistick club... 1789. Artist: John Barlow
A pugilistick club... 1789. A scene in a club room. The chairman and members, many with black eyes, are in fighting attitudes

Meeting Night of the Club of Odd Fellows, 1789. Artist: John Barlow
Meeting Night of the Club of Odd Fellows, 1789. The Grand, Grand-elect and Past Grand sitting on a canopied dais, while various assorted characters, including a quack and a musician, drink

Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray stands between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. One of many satires on Wrays unpopular election proposals to abolish Chelsea

Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray is standing between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. The maid is standing on a paper inscribed Tax on servants

Monmouth Street. Not fit!... 1789. Artist: J Cooke
Monmouth Street. Not fit!... London, 1789. A tailor is fitting a man with an overcoat. Other items of clothing are hanging in the shop

Manning the navy, Tower Hill, London, 1790. Artist: John Barlow
Manning the navy, London, 1790; showing a press gang with sabres and bludgeons on Tower Hill

Morning on the Shuswap, c1918, (1919). Artist: Charles John Collings
Morning on the Shuswap, c1918, (1919). From The Studio Volume 75. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1919]

On The Shuswap Lake, c1911. Artist: Charles John Collings
On The Shuswap Lake, c1911. From The Studio Volume 57. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1912-13]

James Boswell, his wife, and Dr Johnson at tea in Edinburgh, 1773, (1786). Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
James Boswell, his wife, and Dr Johnson at tea in Edinburgh, 1773, (1786). Scots writer James Boswell and his wife Margaret at tea with English lexicographer Dr Samuel Johnson

The Journalist with a view of Auchinleck or The Land of Stones, c 1786. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Journalist with a view of Auchinleck or The Land of Stones, c 1786. Caricature of Scots writer James Boswell (1740-1795) on the coast near his family seat of Auchinleck in Scotland

King Edward VIII in his coronation robes
King Edward VIII (1894-1972), later Duke of Windsor, fictitiously pictured in his coronation robes, a painting by Albert Collings which was to appear in the pre-prepared Coronation Record Number of

Jesse Collings
JESSE COLLINGS Politician Date: 1831 - 1920

Jesse Collings / V Fair 88
JESSE COLLINGS English politician Date: 1831 - 1920

Jack Collings Squire
JACK COLLINGS SQUIRE writer and editor, noted for his parodies and pastiches : here as a soldier in World War One. Date: 1884 - 1958

Drawings Prints, Print, Wit, Wisdom, Making, Preparations, Dinner, Picturesque Beauties Boswell
Drawings and Prints, Print, Wit and Wisdom Making Preparations for Dinner (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the First), Artist, Subject, Publisher, Subject, After, Samuel Collings

Drawings Prints, Print, Recovery, Severe, Drunken, Frolic, Corrichatachin, Picturesque
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Recovery after a Severe Drunken Frolic at Corrichatachin (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), Artist, Subject, Publisher, Artist, After

Drawings Prints, Print, Dance top Dun-, Picturesque Beauties Boswell, Part Second
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Dance on the top of Dun-Can (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), Publisher, Artist, Subject, After, E

Drawings Prints, Print, Lodging, Mr. M Queens, Glemorison, Celebrated Spider Scene
Drawings and Prints, Print, Lodging at Mr. M Queens in Glemorison: the Celebrated Spider Scene (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), Subject, Publisher, Subject, Artist, After

Drawings Prints, Print, Contest Auckinleck, Ursa, Major, made, Severe, Retort, Journalist s
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Contest at Auckinleck, in Which Ursa Major made a Severe Retort on the Journalists Father (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), Artist, Subject, Artist

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"Captivating Collings: A Tapestry of Art, Royalty, and Ambition" Step into the mesmerizing world of Collings, where artistry intertwines with history and ambition takes flight. From the brushstrokes of Albert Henry Collings to the regal presence of King George VI in his Coronation Robes, this captivating journey unravels. Albert Collings' artistic prowess shines through his masterpiece - a portrait capturing King George VI in all his coronation glory. The intricate details bring forth an aura of majesty that resonates even today. Delve deeper into Birmingham's rich history, where key figures championed tariff reform. Their vision for economic progress shaped an era and left an indelible mark on society. But let us not forget the skies above. Douglas B-26C Invader N8036E My Mary Lou soars high, embodying both power and grace. Its wings carry stories untold as it traverses vast landscapes with unwavering determination. As we shift our gaze from royalty to everyday life, "Portrait Of A Young Lady" captures innocence frozen in time. The artist's skillful strokes immortalize youthfulness and evoke emotions that transcend generations. Venture further still to discover a mountain settlement nestled amidst nature's embrace. Here lies tranquility personified - a sanctuary away from bustling city life; a place where serenity reigns supreme. Returning to royal splendor once more, witness King Edward VIII donning his majestic coronation robes. This snapshot transports us back to a significant moment in history when destiny took its course. Douglas B-26C Invader N8036E My Mary Lou graces our narrative again - her metallic sheen reflecting resilience against adversity. In her essence lies inspiration for those who dare to dream big and conquer new horizons. Travel back in time as we explore "Life's Ambitions, " an oil-on-canvas masterpiece that encapsulates the hopes and dreams of a bygone era.