Nicholas Matthews Collection

CJ9 9756 Nicholas Matthews, Dodge WC53 Caryall
Nicholas Matthews, Dodge WC53 Caryall, Victory Parade, Goodwood Revival 2021, Goodwood, Chichester, West Sussex, England, September 2021

CJ9 9757 Nicholas Matthews, Dodge WC53 Caryall
Nicholas Matthews, Dodge WC53 Caryall, Victory Parade, Goodwood Revival 2021, Goodwood, Chichester, West Sussex, England, September 2021

Supposed case of a steamer pursued by an enemy, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Supposed case of a steamer pursued by an enemy, 1844. Testing explosives designed by Captain Warner, demonstrating:the effect produced by a line-of-battle ship following in her wake

View of the wreck at sunset, 1844. Creator: Unknown
View of the wreck at sunset, 1844. Explosion of a ship at Brighton by Captain Warner who...put to the test his alleged power of destroying ships at sea

Departure of the Grand Duke Constantine of Russia, from Plymouth - drawn by Mr. N. M. Condy, 1845. Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolayevich of Russia leaves after a royal visit to England....his Imperial

The John O Gaunt "settling down", 1844. Creator: Unknown
The John O Gaunt " settling down", 1844. Explosion of a ship at Brighton by Captain Warner who...put to the test his alleged power of destroying ships at sea

Settled, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Settled, 1844. Explosion of a ship at Brighton by Captain Warner who...put to the test his alleged power of destroying ships at sea, completely and instantaneously...an immense cloud

The Ingermanland, 74, with His Imperial Highness the Grand Duke Constantine on board, saluting the Admiral at Plymouth, 1845. Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolayevich of Russia arrives in England

The Explosion, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Explosion, 1844. Explosion of a ship at Brighton by Captain Warner who...put to the test his alleged power of destroying ships at sea, completely and instantaneously...an immense cloud

Weston-super-Mare Regatta, from the sea - drawn by Condy, 1845. Creator: Smyth
Weston-super-Mare Regatta, from the sea - drawn by Condy, 1845. Boat races off the Somerset coast. In the centre covered in signal flags is Ganymede saluting

Weston-super-Mare Regatta, the Champion winning - drawn by Condy, 1845. Creator: Smyth
Weston-super-Mare Regatta, the Champion winning - drawn by Condy, 1845. Boat races off the Somerset coast....the Champion winning, with the Lily of Devon disabled

The "John O Gaunt"being towed to destruction, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The " John O Gaunt" being towed to destruction, 1844. Explosion of a ship at Brighton by Captain Warner who...put to the test his alleged power of destroying ships at sea

The Royal Thames Yacht Club - Sailing Match - Mystery, Gnome, Phantom, Enigma, Gazelle, from a sketch by Mr. Condy, RW. Y. C. 1844. Yachting on the River Thames in London

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Nicholas Matthews, a man of many talents and adventures, is captured in various moments throughout history. In the CJ9 9756 and CJ9 9757 photographs, we see him standing proudly next to his beloved Dodge WC53 Caryall, a vehicle that undoubtedly accompanied him on countless journeys. One intriguing image depicts a supposed case of a steamer being pursued by an enemy in 1844. The creator remains unknown, but it sparks curiosity about Nicholas's involvement in such thrilling events. Another snapshot showcases the aftermath of a wreck at sunset in the same year. Its mysterious origin adds an air of intrigue to Nicholas's life story. In another remarkable drawing titled "Departure of the Grand Duke Constantine of Russia from Plymouth, " we discover yet another facet of Nicholas's life as an artist. Mr. N. M. , presumably referring to Nicholas himself, skillfully captures this significant event with his artistic prowess. The John O Gaunt ship makes multiple appearances within these historical records - first "settling down" and then ultimately meeting its demise while being towed to destruction. These images hint at Nicholas's possible connection to maritime activities or even tragedy. A notable moment arises when His Imperial Highness the Grand Duke Constantine boards the Ingermanland, 74 ship under Nicholas's watchful eye—an indication that he may have held important positions within naval operations during this era. The explosion depicted in one picture further deepens the enigma surrounding Nicholas Matthews' life—its origins shrouded by anonymity like so many other captivating moments he has been part of. Moving away from nautical themes momentarily, two drawings capture Weston-super-Mare Regatta scenes from different perspectives—a testament to both Condy and Smyth’s artistic skills but also possibly revealing more about Nicholas’s interests beyond seafaring endeavors. As we delve into these glimpses into history through artistry and photography alike, we are left with more questions than answers about Nicholas Matthews.