Nicholson Collection

R Ms Chusan P and O Line Ocean liners Shipping
R, M, S, Chusan, P, and, O, Line, Ocean, liners, Shipping, Watercolour, painting, J, Nicholson, 12022490

The 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda sailing close hauled, 1933
The 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda sailing close-hauled, 1933. Velsheda was designed by Charles E Nicholson and built in 1933 for Woolworths founder William L Stephenson

R. M. S. Orcades Orient Line
R.M.S. Orcades Orient Line

Crimean War. The Balaklava Banquet, Survivors of the Light C
Portrait engraving of the suvivors of the Charge of the Light Brigade: Major General de Salis, 8th Hussars; Lieut. Colonel Mussenden, 8th Hussars; Colonel Seager, 8th Hussars; EH Woodham

Some Grand National
A number of jockeys who were expected to ride in the 1938 Grand National Steeplechase at Aintree " walking the plank" at the famous Bechers Brook

Long-horned Cattle, 19th century C013 / 6225
Long-horned Cattle. 19th-century artwork of a bull of the Long-horned Cattle, a breed of the domesticated cow (Bos taurus)

Americas Cup challenger Shamrock IV sailing without topsail, 1914. Creator
Americas Cup challenger Shamrock IV sailing without topsail, 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson. She was launched in June 1914

T. S. Duchess of Hamilton, Caledonia Steam Packet Company
T.S. Duchess of Hamilton, Caledonia Steam Packet Company. Clyde Steamers

Advertisement for Benjamin Nicholson and Sons, steel converters and refiners, Shoreham Steel, File and Tool Works
Image from Sheffield and Neighbourhood (page 200) (printed and published by Pawson and Brailsford, Sheffield, 1889 (Sheffield Local Studies Library: 914.274 S)

Hackfall, Yorkshire, c1809. Creator: Letitia Byrne
Hackfall, Yorkshire, c1809. View of an area also called Hackfall Wood, which includes grottos, surprise views, waterfalls, a fountain and several follies

The Girl with the Tattered Glove, 1909, (1935). Creator: William Nicholson
The Girl with the Tattered Glove, 1909, (1935). Woman with a rip in one of her leather gloves. The model was Lottie Stafford, a London laundress. Painting in The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge

Trivia, a 12 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Trivia, a 12 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1939. Trivia was designed by Charles Nicholson for Vernon W. MacAndrew. She achieved first in her class in 1937, her first season

VIRGINIA: PEELING APPLES. John Nicholson peeling apples, at a house in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, October 1935

The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita, 1913. Norada was designed by Charles Nicholson and Mariquita by William Fife III. Mariquita is the only surviving 19-metre of the six that were built

The 23-metre cutter Astra sailing close-hauled, 1932. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 23-metre cutter Astra sailing close-hauled, 1932. Astra was designed by Charles E Nicholson for Adam Moritimer Singer and was launched in 1928. It was converted to J-Class in 1931

Istria sailing downwind under spinnaker, viewed from stern, 1912
Istria sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1912. Istria, was designed by Charles Nicholson and originally owned by the architect Sir Charles Allom

Old English Pig, 19th century C013 / 6234
Old English Pig. 19th-century artwork of a sow of the Old English Pig, a breed of the domesticated pig (Sus scrofa domestica)

WILD LIFE POSTER, c1940. National Parks Service poster, c1940, promoting wild life conservation in national parks. Silkscreen by Frank S

Flight Lieut. Nicholson winning the Victoria Cross; Second W
Illustration showing Flight Lieutenant James Brindley Nicholson shooting down a Messerschmitt 110 fighter-bomber over Southampton on 16th August 1940

Bedlam Patient Nicholson
ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT on KING GEORGE III Mrs Margaret Nicholson who, after stabbing attempt, was sent to Bedlam for life

Early Medical Fund Society Committee Members, c1860
Members of the GWR Medical Fund Society Committee (from t-b, l-r) - R Cook, W Nicholson, J Armstrong, W Laverick, W Ellis, P H Mason, C Trimmer, W J Brown

Sarah Bernhardt, ca 1897. Creator: Nicholson, Sir William (1872-1949)
Sarah Bernhardt, ca 1897. Found in the collection of the Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Cricket Game. From Almanach de Douze Sports, 1898. Artist: Nicholson, Sir William
Cricket Game. From Almanach de Douze Sports, 1898. Private Collection

The Boxers, 1898, (1935). Creator: William Nicholson
The Boxers, 1898, (1935). Two men in a boxing ring. From " An Almanac Of Twelve Sports" by Rudyard Kipling. [William Heinemann, London, 1898]

USA, Pennsylvania, Nicholson, Tunkhannock Viaduct, largest concrete bridge in the USA

The Big Five J Class yachts racing downwind, 1934. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Big Five J Class yachts racing downwind, 1934

The 161 ton schooner Amphitrite at anchor, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 161 ton schooner Amphitrite at anchor, 1922. Amphitrite was designed by Ben Nicholson and built in 1887

The launch of Shamrock IV with H. M. S. Victory in the background, May 1914. Creator
The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H.M.S. Victory in the background, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

WW2 - Shelter
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 story book, Shelter, written by Jane Nicholson. Date: 1941

Modernist Studio For Augustus John
This photograph shows the exterior of a modernist building, built as a studio for the Welsh painter and draughtsman, Augustus Edwin John

The Blue Butterflies
A still life painting of a couple of vases of flowers, one containing a wide mixture of coloured specimens, while the other comprises mainly of red poppies

La Blanchisserie De La Place Margot
A painting of the painted blue premises of a laundromat in France, with laundry hanging from the window ledge above. A woman can be seen at each doorway and some cats are playing outside

Fancy Skating
Ice skaters Katie Schmidt, Howard Nicholson and Paul Kreckon demonstrate their skills during the winter season in the Alps. Date: circa 1925

Ursula Lutyens
A portrait oil painting of Ursula Lutyens, seated wearing a tailed bearskin hat. The image is referenced to a letter, sent by the artist to his son, Ben Nicholson, in Pasadena, California

Countryside Woodcut
A woodcut showing a broad countryside full of patches of fields, some farmhouses and winding paths. Date: circa 1926

Seated Woman
An oil painting of a seated woman, looking rather subdued. Date: circa 1926

Tunbridge Wells War Memorial, Mount Pleasant
Tunbridge Wells War Memorial, standing in front of the Town Hall/Library, Mount Pleasant. The memorial was unveiled and dedicated 11th February 1923 - the sculptor was Mr Stanley Nicholson Babb

J & W Nicholson & Co Distillers - Transport 1899
Shire horse and cart transporting wine and spirits to London. Date: 1899

T. S. S. Arcadia, P & O Line
T.S.S. Arcadia, P & O Line

S. S. Ocean Monarch, Furness Line
S.S. Ocean Monarch, Furness Line

R. M. S. Queen Elizabeth, Cunard Line
R.M.S. Queen Elizabeth, Cunard Line

R. M. S. Edinburgh Castle Union Castle Line
R.M.S. Edinburgh Castle Union Castle Line

R. M. S. Andes, Royal Mail Lines
R.M.S. Andes, Royal Mail Lines

R. M. M. V. Reina del Pacific Pacific Steam Navigation Company
R.M.M.V. Reina del Pacifico Pacific Steam Navigation Company

T. S. Queen Mary II, Caledonia Steam Packet Company
T.S. Queen Mary II, Caledonia Steam Packet Company. Clyde Steamers

T. S. Glen Sannox, Caledonia Steam Packet Company
T.S. Glen Sannox, Caledonia Steam Packet Company. Clyde Steamers

T. S. Duchess of Montrose, Caledonia Steam Packet Company
T.S. Duchess of Montrose, Caledonia Steam Packet Company. Clyde Steamers

T. S. Caledonia, Caledonia Steam Packet Company Clyde Steamer
T.S. Caledonia, Caledonia Steam Packet Company. Clyde Steamers

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"Nicholson: A Journey Through Time and Seas" Step aboard the magnificent 205-ton J-class yacht Velsheda as she gracefully sails close hauled in 1933, a true testament to Nicholson's craftsmanship. From the high seas to the thrilling world of horse racing, Nicholson's legacy extends even to some Grand National events, where their expertise was sought after. Travel back further in time to the Crimean War, where survivors of the Light Brigade were honored at The Balaklava Banquet. Nicholson played a part in this historic event, ensuring that every detail was perfect. In another era altogether, witness long-horned cattle grazing peacefully in the 19th century countryside. Nicholson's influence reached far beyond ships and banquets; they were also masters of steel conversion and refining. Picture Shamrock IV sailing without topsail during America's Cup challenge in 1914 - an iconic moment captured by Nicholson. Their dedication to perfection is evident even on land with advertisements showcasing their File and Tool Works from Bramall Lane back in 1889. Nature lovers will appreciate Hackfall, Yorkshire - a picturesque landscape created around 1809 by Letitia Byrne under Nicholson's watchful eye. It stands as a testament to their commitment not only to industry but also beauty. Art enthusiasts will be captivated by "The Girl with the Tattered Glove, " created by William Nicholson himself in both 1909 and later revisited in 1935. This masterpiece showcases his artistic talent alongside his engineering prowess. Trivia buffs will delight at Kirk & Sons' creation - Trivia, a majestic yacht sailing close-hauled amidst turbulent times in 1939. Even during challenging moments like these, Nicholson continued pushing boundaries. Venturing across continents now brings us face-to-face with John Nicholson peeling apples at Shenandoah National Park while aboard VIRGINIA - an idyllic scene capturing everyday life made possible through Nicholson's contributions.