Publications Collection

Advertisement for The Graphic
A striking advertisement for weekly illustrated magazine, The Graphic (founded 1869 by William Luson Thomas), showing a busy street scene with buses and trams advertising the paper

The Huntsman, painting by W Smithson Broadhead
Colour photograph in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 24th October 1925 of The Huntsman painting by W Smithson Broadhead. Date: 24th October 1925

Photo of The Dolly Sisters
Black and white photograph of popular revue stars the Dolly Sisters in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 19th December 1925

Photo of Miss Alice Delysia
Black and white photograph in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 21st November 1925 showing Miss Alice Delysia in On with the Dance at the London Pavilion. Date: 21st November 1925

Silhouettes of a fox hunt in the York and Ainsty country
Black and white silhouette pictures by Captain H L Oakley in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 12th December 1925

Photographs of Miss Nina Payne in the Sketch
Black and white photographs in the Sketch of Miss Nina Payne, a popular dancer, giving her Egyptian Temple dance at the Coliseum, London

Photo of HRH Prince of Wales aboard HMS Repulse
Black and white photograph in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 24th October 1925 of HRH Prince of Wales aboard HMS Repulse on the way home from a South American tour

Advert for Finnigans, New Bond Street, London, W1
Black and white advert in the Sketch for Finnigans of New Bond Street, London, featuring their Private Cocktail Bar which was...fitted at Back with shelves and compartments for Glasses, Bottles, etc

Advert for Happy New Year Costume Ball 31st December 1925
Black and white advertisement in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 28th November 1925 for the Happy New Year Costume Ball at the Albert Hall on 21st December 1925

Lilburne / John / Gucht
JOHN LILBURNE Political agitator, English leader of the Levellers, imprisoned for importing Puritan publications

Ocean liners, set of four hardbound books: Leaves from an Unwritten Log-Book by Captain Walter H. Parker, Ships and People by J. C. H

Middle class violinist and singer watched by envious couple
The musical pair are well dressed Edwardians. The other pair are well dressed working class carrying a crying child, and the man is making remarks behind his hand

Overdressed Edwardian matron on Queen's Road tube
Complete with hat, umbrella and full length dress the lady is being eyed askance by a more modern gentleman leaning on his stick under the Queen's Road sign.Postcard advert for Shurey's

Coquettish Edwardian lady & peeking gentleman on seat
Figures are at Bond Street tube station with the large station sign behind. Postcard advert for Shurey's Publications supplied free with Shurey's magazines Date: circa 1910

Passengers sitting on Post Office Tube Station platform
Postcard advert for Shurey's Publications supplied free with Shurey's magazines. Lady reading a book, man smoking a pipe and a uniformed Post Boy between them. Date: circa 1910

Smart toff, lady, working class woman - Holland Park Station
Postcard advert for Shurey's Publications supplied free with Shurey's magazines. Holland Park Tube Station platform. Date: circa 1910

New Paper the Daily Mirror 1903
A scene at 3 a.m. outside the Daily Mirror office. Where proprietors of the Daily Mail issued the first penny paper for gentlewomen for which the demand was unprecedented. Date: November 1903

Rising at four o'clock in the morning everyday, the lone worker goes to the newspaper office to procure a few of the first morning papers allotted to him, at extra charges

La Republique Francaise (chromolitho)
724789 La Republique Francaise (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Republique Francaise.); © Look and Learn

Advertisement or advertorial for Onoto safety pens in Printers Pie magazine, featuring an illustration of the many contributors to the magazine reading a copy

Victor Grayson - Socialist - Speaker
Book cover design: The mystery of Victor Grayson by Reg. Groves, 1908- Pendulum Publications, 1946. Date: 1946

Blind news dealer, John Comuni, at his stand at 3rd Avenue and 18th Street, New York
MNY380967 Blind news dealer, John Comuni, at his stand at 3rd Avenue and 18th Street, New York, 1926 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942)

The Century Encyclopaedia Habit (colour litho)
5234077 The Century Encyclopaedia Habit (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Voltaire (chromolitho)
724788 Le Voltaire (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Voltaire. Illustration showing nineteenth-century French newspaper.); © Look and Learn

Lottery publications (engraving)
559744 Lottery publications (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lottery publications.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

The Illustrated Papers of the World (engraving)
1038534 The Illustrated Papers of the World (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Illustrated Papers of the World)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1044702 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

L Univers (chromolitho)
724786 L Univers (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Univers. Illustration showing god carrying the universe and a copy of L Univers)

Title page to Martin Luthers Address to the Christian Nobility of the German Nation
867825 Title page to Martin Luthers Address to the Christian Nobility of the German Nation, published in Wittenberg, 1520 (woodcut) by German School

Submariners, pictured reading the Daily Mirrors Good Morning Newspaper, which was specially published and distributed for the Royal Navy Submarine Corps during World War Two

Daily Chronicle newspaper 1900
Making curved plates for offset printing, on cylinders. Date: 1900

O - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
O - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

N - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
N - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

M - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
M - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

L - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
L - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

K - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
K - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

F - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
F - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

Y - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
Y - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

Z - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
Z - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

X - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
X - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

V - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
V - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

I - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
I - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

G - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
G - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

Landscape Drawing, c1630-16160, (1908). Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Landscape Drawing, c1630-16160, (1908). From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908". [The Burlington Magazine, Limited, London, 1908]

C - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
C - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

R - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
R - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

Drawing after the Deposition from the Cross, c1460-1480, (1908). Creator: Hugo van der Goes
Drawing after the Deposition from the Cross, c1460-1480, (1908). Descent from the Cross after crucifixion with John the Evangelist, Mary and Mary Magdalene

H - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
H - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

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Step into the captivating world of publications, where history and art intertwine to create a mesmerizing tapestry of stories. Gaze upon the timeless elegance of The Dolly Sisters in a vintage photograph, their beauty immortalized for generations to come. Travel back in time with an advertisement for The Graphic, a window into the past that showcases the trends and aspirations of yesteryears. Marvel at Miss Alice Delysia's enchanting portrait, her grace captured in every brushstroke as she becomes an emblem of sophistication. Immerse yourself in the thrill of a fox hunt through silhouettes etched against the backdrop of York and Ainsty country; each figure tells its own tale within this intricate scene. Discover the allure of Miss Nina Payne as she graces the pages of Sketch magazine, her photographs capturing both her talent and charisma effortlessly. Witness royalty aboard HMS Repulse as HRH Prince Wales commands attention with his regal presence; a snapshot that epitomizes power and authority. Allow your imagination to roam freely amidst "The Huntsman, " W Smithson Broadhead's masterpiece painting that transports you deep into nature's embrace. Indulge your senses with Finnigans' exquisite offerings on New Bond Street - London's epicenter for luxury and refinement since times immemorial. Unleash your inner reveler by joining the Happy New Year Costume Ball on 31st December 1925 - an invitation to celebrate life's joys under shimmering lights and glittering gowns. Delve into Lilburne / John / Gucht's artistic prowess, where engravings breathe life into tales untold, inviting you to unravel their mysteries one stroke at a time. Celebrate Stephen Bone's creative genius showcased in Sketch magazine - his photographs capturing fleeting moments frozen forever within their frames. Embark on voyages across vast oceans through four hardbound books dedicated to ocean liners - each page a portal to explore the grandeur and majesty of these magnificent vessels.