Diagrammatic Collection

The hollow head of the Sphinx, Egypt
Remarkable discoveries within the Sphinx: the temple within its hollow head. Professor G. A. Reisners interesting discoveries. A diagrammatic view of hidden temples and a stairway inside the Sphinx

British 25-pounder field gun by G. H. Davis
Considered at the time to be the best field gun in the world: the British 25-pounder. Diagrammatic drawings of a famous British weapon

Two Wellington bombers by G. H. Davis
Two Wellington bombers: two outstanding aircraft ready to strike. Equally famous in attack and defence: a Wellington MK 1A and (above) a Wellington Mk II. Date: 1940

Cross section of the royal yacht Britannia
A diagrammatic drawing of H.M.V Britannia, the royal yacht, first launched in 1953 and decommissioned in 1997. Featured in the Royal Wedding Number of The Illustrated London News in May 1960 as it

Imperial Airways Poster, seaplane Scipio
Imperial Airways Poster, showing a diagrammatic drawing of the seaplane Scipio, one of the new Kent class, for use on the trans-Mediterranean service. 1931

In front and behind the scenes at the Coliseum, London
A great stage and a great curtain: in front and behind the scenes at the Coliseum, London. Top centre: a diagrammatic view of the revolving stage

Model of the Queen Mary by G. H. Davis
Advertisement for the unique take to pieces coloured model of the luxury passenger liner, RMS Queen Mary designed by Illustrated London News artist, G. H. Davis

Atomic structure, computer artwork. Schematic representation of the structure of the atom. At the centre of the model is the nucleus, made up of a tightly packed cluster of protons and neutrons

German rescue buoy in Channel by G. H. Davis
Rettungsboje -- nicknamed lobster pots by the RAF -- German rescue buoys anchored in the English Channel during the Second World War

HMS Renown, Duke & Duchess of York on visit to Antipodes
Fold out cross section of HMS Renown, the battle-cruiser on which the Duke and Duchess of York travelled to Australia and New Zealand for their tour in 1927. 1927

Dome of St. Pauls Cathedral by S. W. Clatworthy
Cross section diagram showing the dome of St. Pauls Cathedral in London which had been stabilised with a new chain round its circumference. Date: 1928

Allied bombing compared with the Somme by G. H. Davis
Big damage at low cost: the Allied bombing offensive during the Second World War compared with one day's casualties on the Somme during the First World War

An organisation of splendid efficiency - the London Fire Brigades headquarters at Winchester House, Southwark Bridge - a diagrammatic drawing of equipment, communications

D Napier and Son - Sabre I, II & V
Diagrammatic Layout of Hobson-RAE. Master Control Injector Type: NS2 & NS4

Diagrammatic illustrations of land forms (litho)
6013730 Diagrammatic illustrations of land forms (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diagrammatic illustrations of land forms)

Phyllis Court, Henley by G. H. Davis 1926
Detailed diagrammatic illustration by G. H. Davis in The Illustrated London News of Phyllis Court, a so-called riverside country club at Henley, showing extensions and improvements made in 1926

Illuminated news bulletin and how it works
The Newspaper of the Streets. The illuminated news bulletin which tells passer-by at night the latest news. Diagram by S. W

The Biggest Banquet Scotland Ever Saw
Diagrammatic drawing giving an impression of the huge quantities of food and drink transported from London by the firm J. Lyons to Aberdeen to cater for a great banquet given by Lord Strathcona to 2

The Berlin Codex: Land Disputes between the Spanish and Indians
JPC207584 The Berlin Codex: Land Disputes between the Spanish and Indians, facsimile (ink on parchment) by Spanish Colonial (16th century) (after); Private Collection; Spanish, out of copyright

ROCK STRATA SECTIONS
A diagrammatic section showing the order of succession of rock strata in the earths crust

Siege of La Rochelle
Diagrammatic illustration of the siege of La Rochelle. Date: 1627

Passenger aircraft of Imperial Airways fleet, cut away
Britains share in building giant passenger aircraft: a 40-seater of the new Imperial Airways fleet. A diagrammatic drawing of one of the worlds largest passenger aircraft

A Royal Yacht of 1674 by G. H. Davis
A diagrammatic reconstruction painting of a royal yacht owned by King Charles II, one of two presented to him by the Dutch when he was restored to the throne

G. H. Davis, ILN diagrammatic artist
George Horace Davis (1881-1963), British artist who signed his pictures G.H. Davis, and illustrator for the Illustrated London News between 1923 and 1963

Diagram of a German ME-262 Airplane, Second World War, 1945
Diagrammatic drawing of a German Messerschmitt 262 jet fighter, showing its construction and propulsion unit

The Shrine of St Edward and its part in the Coronation cerem
A diagrammatic drawing to show the function of the Shrine of St. Edward in Westminster Abbey during the Coronation ceremony (in this case, that of King Edward VI)

MAXIM GUN (IWN, 1915)
MAXIM GUN Diagrammatic view of the gun and its mechanics

The Incredible Shape of Things to Come: The Hovercraft
Incredible Shape of Things to Come: The Hovercraft, Which, Supported on a " Cushion" of Air, is Designed to Carry 1000 Passengers over Land or Sea

Wintry Weather and British Railways
Wintry weather and British Railways: some causes of the delays; and measures taken to prevent them. A detailed diagrammatic illustration showing various reasons why trains may be delayed during

George Horace Davis, ILN special diagrammatic artist
George Horace Davis (1881-1963), British artist who signed his pictures G.H. Davis, and illustrator for the Illustrated London News between 1923 and 1963

Greenwich, National Maritime Museum by G. H. Davis
A diagrammatic view of the Historic, National Maritime Museum, in Greenwich, showing the restored Queens House, readiing rooms and Caird galleries Date: 1937

Diagrammatic view of home of Great Eight
Interior wonders of Inveresk House in the Strand, London, the new home of the Great Eight, containing the offices of the Illustrated London News, Sketch, Sphere, Tatler, Graphic, Bystander

Kings Fifth Court at Buckingham Palace, London
The London Season of 1912: the Kings Fifth Court at Buckingham Palace. A diagrammatic view showing the progress of the debutante from the moment she enters the building to the time she leaves. 1912

On the bridge of a big liner by G. H. Davis
On the bridge of a big liner. Diagrammatic view showing the positions occupied by the seven men whose job it is to watch the course and progress of a large vessel. 1912

By-products developed from coal by G. H. Davis
The enormous importance of coal as the basic element in vital war manufactures. A diagrammatic drawing showing a great variety of by-products developed from coal. Date: 1944

Petrol rations and oil tankers by G. H. Davis
Petrol rations and oil tankers: an analysis for car owners during the Second World War. A diagrammatic explanation setting out the relative basic petrol allowances for private cars for August

Queen Elizabeth passenger ship by G. H. Davis
The 83, 673-ton Queen Elizabeth as a passenger ship: diagrammatic details of the worlds largest liner. Date: 1946

Diagrammatic section of the rocks forming the Earths crust with particular reference to those found in England. Chromolithograph from The New Popular Educator (London, 1892)

Diagrammatic section of the Earths crust
Fold-out plate from Geology and Mineralogy Considered with Reference to Natural Theology (1836) by William Buckland

Radar navigation at a glance- a new device
Diagrammatic illustration of radar navigation. This was designed by the Admiralty Research Lab (mainly by Mr.J. Home Dickson)

Siege in action, with siege weapons
A diagrammatic representation of a siege in action, showing a siege tower and fortifications, including an underground tunnel

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"Unveiling the Intricate World: Exploring the Fascinating Realm Art" Step into a realm where art meets precision, as we delve into the captivating world illustrations. From the majestic British 25-pounder field gun by G. H. Davis to the intricate cross-section of the royal yacht Britannia, these masterpieces offer an unparalleled glimpse into various realms. Embark on a visual journey through time and space with Imperial Airways Poster showcasing the seaplane Scipio, transporting us back to an era when aviation was still in its infancy. Marvel at The hollow head of Sphinx in Egypt, revealing hidden secrets within its enigmatic structure that have captivated historians for centuries. Witness two Wellington bombers brought to life by G. H. Davis's skilled hand, capturing their essence and power with meticulous detail. Explore both front and behind-the-scenes at London's iconic Coliseum, unraveling its grandeur through artistic representation. Behold a stunning model of Queen Mary meticulously crafted by G. H. Davis himself; every inch exuding elegance and opulence fit for royalty. Dive deep into atomic structures, unlocking mysteries that lie beneath our very existence. Gaze upon German rescue buoy in Channel by G. H. Davis - a symbol of hope amidst turbulent waters - reminding us of humanity's resilience even during times of chaos. Compare Allied bombing with the Somme through Davis' thought-provoking artwork; shedding light on historical events etched forever in our collective memory. Delight in cut-away illustrations unveiling passenger aircraft from Imperial Airways fleet; offering insight into their inner workings while soaring across vast skies above. Finally, transport yourself back to 1674 with G. H. Davis' depiction of A Royal Yacht – witness craftsmanship standing strong throughout centuries as it continues to inspire generations anew. In this mesmerizing collection spanning diverse subjects and eras, diagrammatic art reveals itself as more than just lines on paper.