Humpty Dumpty Collection

Men of Grenadier Guards in Italy. Men of Grenadier Guards moving over a picturesque hump-back bridge generally known as Humpty Dumpty. Circa 1940s

Cast Iron Toy Bank: Humpty Dumpty, c. 1937. Creator: Lew Tower
Cast Iron Toy Bank: Humpty Dumpty, c. 1937

Humpty Dumpty Mechanical Bank, c. 1938. Creator: Alf Bruseth
Humpty Dumpty Mechanical Bank, c. 1938

Christmas pantomimes at Londons theatres (litho)
6014307 Christmas pantomimes at Londons theatres (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas pantomimes at Londons theatres)

Humpty Dumpty Jumping Jack, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Robert Gilson
Humpty Dumpty Jumping Jack, 1935/1942

Toy Bank: Humpty Dumpty, c. 1938. Creator: Verna Tallman
Toy Bank: Humpty Dumpty, c. 1938

Peasants and farmers dancing at a harvest festival in a barn with rustic chandeliers, 19th century
6337331 Peasants and farmers dancing at a harvest festival in a barn with rustic chandeliers, 19th century by English School

Nursery Rhymes (engraving)
3635052 Nursery Rhymes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nursery Rhymes. Illustration for Cassells Pictorial Scrap Book (1889)

John Tenniels illustrations from Alice in Wonderland
3783081 John Tenniels illustrations from Alice in Wonderland by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: John Tenniels illustrations from Alice in Wonderland - medley of characters)

The Pantomime at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving)
1614536 The Pantomime at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pantomime at Drury Lane Theatre)

The Mechanical "Humpty Dumpty"(b / w photo)
3627421 The Mechanical " Humpty Dumpty" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mechanical " Humpty Dumpty")

Humpty Dumpty sate on a wall (engraving)
3654726 Humpty Dumpty sate on a wall (engraving) by Brooke, Leonard Leslie (1862-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humpty Dumpty sate on a wall)

Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall (colour litho)
3631231 Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall (colour litho) by Greenaway, Kate (1846-1901) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall)

Humpty Dumpty (colour litho)
3100962 Humpty Dumpty (colour litho) by Brooke, Leonard Leslie (1862-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humpty Dumpty)

The Chinese Humpty Dumpty, cartoon on the Boxer Rebellion and the Boer War (engraving)
6015067 The Chinese Humpty Dumpty, cartoon on the Boxer Rebellion and the Boer War (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Humpty Dumpty)

Humpty Dumpty, from Alices Adventures In Wonderland And Through The Looking-Glass
2657694 Humpty Dumpty, from Alices Adventures In Wonderland And Through The Looking-Glass And What Alice Found There, by Lewis Carroll (1832 - 98), published 1911 (coloured lithograph) by Tenniel

Humpty Dumpty (colour litho)
5197826 Humpty Dumpty (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humpty Dumpty. Illustration for Little Jack Horners Picture Book (George Routledge, c 1880)

Humpty Dumpty had a great fall (colour litho)
994020 Humpty Dumpty had a great fall (colour litho) by Brooke, Leonard Leslie (1862-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Humpty Dumpty (litho)
1056235 Humpty Dumpty (litho) by Knowles, Davidson (fl.1879-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humpty Dumpty. Illustration for The Graphic)

Charles Goff as Humpty Dumpty (b / w photo)
3642587 Charles Goff as Humpty Dumpty (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Goff as Humpty Dumpty)

Humpty Dumpty
LLM462789 Humpty Dumpty by Brooke, Leonard Leslie (1862-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humpty Dumpty. Illustration for A Nursery Rhyme Picture Book (Frederick Warne)

Novellos National Nursery Rhymes (engraving)
1052289 Novellos National Nursery Rhymes (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Novellos National Nursery Rhymes)

Shipmates ashore at the MN club, Rupert Street, London. Recorded by the BBC. The cast of Humpty Dumpty. Not id d exactly, but rough left to right is

Isle of Wight, Ryde Carnival. 4th September 1952

Humpty and the messenger illustration, (Alices Adventures in Wonderland)
Humpty Dumpty shouting at the messenger. Page scanned from an original book dated 1870, this is a colour illustration by John Tenniel from Lewis Carrolls Through the Looking-glass

Family group looking at a magazine, 1963. Artist: Michael Walters
Family group looking at a magazine, 1963. Advertising photograph for the Media Design Agency

Humpty Dumpty offers Alice his hand. Wood engraving after John Tenniel for the first edition of Lewis Carrolls Through
CARROLL: LOOKING GLASS. Humpty Dumpty offers Alice his hand. Wood engraving after John Tenniel for the first edition of Lewis Carrolls Through the Looking Glass, 1872

Humpty Dumpty illustration by Blanche Fisher Wright for a 1916 edition of The Real Mother Goose
MOTHER GOOSE, 1916. Humpty Dumpty illustration by Blanche Fisher Wright for a 1916 edition of The Real Mother Goose

SILENT FILM STILL. Hollywood starlet Dorothy Gulliver, c1920s

CARROLL: LOOKING GLASS. Humpty Dumpty offers Alice his hand. Wood engraving after John Tenniel for the first edition of Lewis Carrolls Through the Looking Glass, 1872

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CARROLL: LOOKING GLASS. Humpty Dumpty offers Alice his hand. Wood engraving after John Tenniel for the first edition of Lewis Carrolls Through the Looking Glass, 1872

HUMPTY DUMPTY, 1913. Pen-and-ink drawing by Arthur Rackham, 1913, for an edition of Mother Goose nursery rhymes

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Illustration by Frederick Richardson for a 1915 edition of Mother Gooses nursery rhymes
HUMPTY DUMPTY, 1915. Illustration by Frederick Richardson for a 1915 edition of Mother Gooses nursery rhymes

CARROLL: LOOKING GLASS. Humpty Dumpty shouting at a messenger. Wood engraving after Sir John Tenniel for the first edition of Lewis Carrolls Through the Looking Glass, 1872

HUMPTY DUMPTY, 1843. Color engraving, English, 1843, for the the Mother Goese nursery rhyme

SILENT FILM STILL, c1920s. Hollywood starlet Dorothy Gulliver, c1920s

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"Christmas Pantomimes and the Whimsical World of Humpty Dumpty" Step into the enchanting world of Christmas pantomimes at London's theatres, where timeless characters like Humpty Dumpty come to life. From litho prints capturing the magic of these performances to vintage toys that bring back childhood memories, there is something truly captivating about this beloved nursery rhyme character. One such delightful creation is the "Humpty Dumpty Jumping Jack, " designed by Robert Gilson in 1935. This whimsical toy brings joy with every leap, reminding us of the playful spirit behind this iconic figure. Verna Tallman's Toy Bank version from around 1938 adds a touch of nostalgia, evoking memories of simpler times. Imagine peasants and farmers dancing merrily at a harvest festival in a rustic barn adorned with charming chandeliers from the 19th century. It's easy to picture Humpty Dumpty joining in on the festivities, his round figure adding an element of cheer to this idyllic scene. The enduring popularity of nursery rhymes is beautifully captured through engravings depicting John Tenniel's illustrations from Alice in Wonderland and scenes from Drury Lane Theatre's Pantomime productions. These artistic renditions transport us back to a time when storytelling was cherished and shared across generations. Intriguingly, even mechanical versions have been created over time. A black-and-white photo showcases one such invention - The Mechanical "Humpty Dumpty. " Its intricate design hints at how deeply ingrained this character has become in our collective imagination. Whether it be sitting precariously on a wall or depicted vividly through color lithographs, Humpty Dumpty continues to captivate hearts worldwide. His misadventures remind us that sometimes we all take risks or find ourselves teetering on unstable ground – but it’s how we pick ourselves up again that truly matters. Even in unexpected contexts, Humpty Dumpty finds his place.