Historian Collection

David Hume, caricature
David Hume. Caricature of the British philosopher and historian David Hume (1711-1776). Hume influenced the development of scepticism and empiricism

Cartoon of Winston Churchill, British statesman
A cartoon depiction of Winston Churchill, British statesman and historian

Herodotus / Freeman / Bust
HERODOTUS Greek historian

Herodotus, Greek historian, artwork
Herodotus. Historical artwork of Herodotus of Halicarnassus (484-425 BC), a Greek historian from Iona who documented the Greco-Persian wars, which occurred in 490 and 480-479 BC

Thucydides / Bust
THUCYDIDES Greek historian, wrote his history while exiled for perceived military failure

The Venerable Bede
THE VENERABLE BEDE Anglo-Saxon scholar, historian and theologian

Schiaparellis two hemispheres of the planet Mars
The two hemispheres of the planet Mars as drawn by the Italian astronomer and historian of science, Giovanni Schiaparelli

Herodotus / Gooch / Sepia
HERODOTUS Greek historian

Thucydides (Gucht)
THUCYDIDES Greek historian

Seated Voltaire (image 4 of 6), between c.1779 and c.1795. Creator: Jean-Antoine Houdon
Seated Voltaire (image 4 of 6), between c.1779 and c.1795

T. F. G. Dexter at St Pirans Oratory, Perranzabuloe, Cornwall. 13th September 1920
Thomas Francis George Dexter (c. 1860-1933), the Antiquarian, standing by the entrance at the Oratory. St Pirans Oratory survives as an early Christian chapel with all four walls standing

Cmt Mommsen / Nobel 1902
CHRISTIAN MATTHIAS THEODOR MOMMSEN German classical scholar and historian

James Clark, Kilmarnock, Scotland. Around 1920
Portrait photograph of Dr James Clark (1861-1935), Principal of Central Technical Schools for Cornwall from 1899 to 1908. The photograph was taken while he was Rector at Kilmarnock Academy, Ayrshire

MATTHIAS SPRENGEL (1746-1803). Matthias Christian Sprengel, German philosopher and historian. Early 19th century silhouette

Thomas Hearne / R Grave
THOMAS HEARNE English historian and antiquarian Date: 1678 - 1735

James Froude
JAMES ANTHONY FROUDE - British historian and writer. Date: 1818 - 1894

Death of Sardanapolis by Eugene Delacroix, (1798-1863) French Artist. The painting is based on the tale of Sardanapalus, last king of Assyria, from the library of Diodorus Siculus

FLAVIUS JOSEPHUS (37-?100). Jewish historian and general. Steel engraving, 19th century

Das Kapital, also called Capital (1867)
Karl Marx (1818-1883). German philosopher, political theorist, and socialist revolutionary. Das Kapital, also called Capital (1867). A Critique of Political Economy (1867)

Nathan ben Moses Hannover. Portrait. Engraving
Nathan ben Moses Hannover. Ruthenian Jewish historian, Talmudist, and kabbalist (d.1663). Portrait. Engraving. Jewish Museum Berlin. Germany

Portrait of Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618) from Lodges British Portraits
KW179293 Portrait of Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618) from Lodges British Portraits, 1823 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plutarch / Ridley Oval
PLUTARCH Greek biographer and historian

Plutarch / Thevet 1584
PLUTARCH Greek biographer and historian

Templars & Crucifix
According to the historian Michelet, each Templar recruit was required to spit or trample on the Crucifix, as a symbol of his rejection of Jesus

Cornelius Tacitus / Bust
CORNELIUS TACITUS Roman orator, politician and historian

Hg Wells / Anon Photo
HERBERT GEORGE WELLS writer, historian

Samuel Smiles, Self Help (colour litho)
2800892 Samuel Smiles, Self Help (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samuel Smiles, Self Help, Vanity Fair cartoon)

JOTAPATA BESIEGED 67 AD
The Roman general Vespasian (subsequently emperor) besieges and takes the town of Jotapata, in Galilee, defended by Josephus, better known as a historian Date: 67

William Coxe - 1
WILLIAM COXE English churchman, Archdeacon of Wiltshire; historian. Date: 1747 - 1828

Sir Walter Raleigh
SIR WALTER RALEIGH adventurer and historian Date: 1554 - 1618

Ernest Lavisse
ERNEST LAVISSE French historian Date: 1842 - 1922

Leonardo Bruni
LEONARDO BRUNI known as ARETINUS Italian humanist philologist and historian. Date: 1369 - 1444

Ottokar Fischer
OTTOKAR FISCHER German historian of magic, who took sufficient interest in psychical research to attend the 1925 Congress at Vienna, where he was photographed

Sir Philip Gibbs - 1
SIR PHILIP GIBBS Journalist whose outspoken reporting from the front in WW1 got him into trouble: first journalist to interview the Pope. War historian. Date: 1877 - 1962

Sir Roderick Impey Murchison
SIR GEORGE OTTO TREVELYAN 2nd BARONET TREVELYAN English politician and historian

George Otto Trevelyan
SIR GEORGE OTTO TREVELYAN second baronet Trevelyan English politician and historian

SCHILLER (1759 - 1805)
FRIEDRICH VON SCHILLER Statue of the German writer, poet and historian, in his hometown Marbach (Southern Germany)

Peter I of Russia
PETER I known as the Great ruthless reformer who set the style for equally ruthless successors. with his autograph

Geo. Macaulay Trevelyan
George Macaulay Trevelyan Historian

Tocqueville / Daumier
ALEXIS, COMTE DE TOCQUEVILLE French historian

DAVID HUME Scottish historian and philosopher

Xenophon / Eng Bust
XENOPHON Greek soldier and historian

Baron Samuel Von Pufendorf, 1632 To 1694. German Jurist, Political Philosopher, Economist, Statesman And Historian. From Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Hippolyte Adolphe Taine, French historian and writer (engraving)
8631528 Hippolyte Adolphe Taine, French historian and writer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hippolyte Adolphe Taine, (1828-1893)

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"Unraveling the Threads of History: From David Hume to Matthias Sprengel" In this captivating collection of historical hints, we embark on a journey through time and explore the multifaceted world of historians. We begin with the enigmatic figure of David Hume, whose intellectual prowess shaped our understanding of human nature. A caricature captures his essence, reminding us of his profound impact. Next, we encounter a cartoon depicting Winston Churchill, the indomitable British statesman who steered his nation through tumultuous times. His leadership during World War II left an indelible mark on history. Turning our attention to ancient Greece, we discover Herodotus and Thucydides. The former's bust stands as a testament to his pioneering work in recording events with meticulous detail while also showcasing an artwork that brings him to life once more. Meanwhile, Thucydides' stoic visage captured in another bust reminds us of his analytical approach and invaluable contributions. Venturing further into history's annals, we encounter The Venerable Bede—a luminary whose writings shed light on early medieval England. His legacy endures as a beacon for future generations seeking knowledge about their past. The exploration continues beyond Earth itself with Schiaparelli's two hemispheres capturing Mars' mystique. These images remind us that they are not confined solely to terrestrial affairs; they extend their curiosity even into celestial realms. Delving deeper into antiquity again, Herodotus reappears alongside Gooch in sepia tones—an evocative portrayal that transports us back centuries ago when these scholars diligently pursued truth amidst uncertainty. Our journey concludes with T. F. G Dexter at St Pirans Oratory in Cornwall and James Clark from Kilmarnock—both individuals embodying the spirit of local history enthusiasts who tirelessly preserve heritage for future generations.