Rathbone Collection

SHERLOCK HOLMES. Basil Rathbone (1892-1967). English actor. In the role of Sherlock Holmes

High Street, Tonbridge, Kent, with Rathbone (watchmaker), Mayes (dyer and cleaner), and road sweepers collecting horse manure. Date: circa 1906

The Portland Vase or Barberini Vase. Chromolithograph drawn by Grivell and lithographed by Parrot et Co. from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Monteith or jardiniere with Acanthus foliage reliefs. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood

Winsor and Newton Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Winsor & Newton, manufacturers of artists oil and water colours based in London. The image shows the symbol of a colourful diamond prism

Life Drawing
A figure drawing of a woman laying on a bed, in a semi twisted form, from a behind angle. Date: circa 1930

Basil Rathbone diving
English actor Basil Rathbone (1892-1967), famous for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes, here caught mid-dive. Date: 1939

British actors at a microphone
British actors Greer Garson (1904-1996), Leslie Howard (1893-1943), Vivien Leigh (1913-1967), Brian Aherne (1902-1986), Ronald Coleman (1891-1958) and Basil Rathbone (1892-1967) in Hollywood

Tom Mann, trade unionist and public speaker
Head and shoulders portrait photograph of Tom Mann (1856-1941), British trade unionist and popular public speaker. This photograph was presented to Nellie Rathbone. Date: early 20th century

Clyde Rathbone Australia Rugby Union Wales V Australia Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, Wales 04 November 2006 Date: 04 November 2006

Rathbone Place
Map of Rathbone Place and neighbourhood. Date: 1875

Wedgwood coffee pots and chocolate pot
Coffee pot showing the infant academy, Chocolate pot with acanthus foliage, and Coffee pot with women and children. Chromolithograph drawn by Grivell and lithographed by Parrot et Co

Three vases showing reliefs by Lady Templeton, Venus bound by putti and the goddesses Pomona and Flora. Chromolithograph drawn by Grivell and lithographed by Parrot et Co

Teapots, cream jugs and sucrier
Large teapot in blue jasper with reliefs by Lady Templeton, pink jasper ewer with Venus (top L), basalt sucrier (bottom L)

Portraits of King George III and Queen Charlotte. King George by John Flaxman 1, 3, Queen Charlotte by John Flaxman 2, 6, the king as a young man 4, and KIng and Queen by another unknown artist 5, 7

Plaque showing Vitruvian scroll and birds nest. Chromolithograph drawn by Grivell and lithographed by Parrot et Co. from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Candlelabra in bronze and ormolu with relief of Coriolanus in base, bronze figure holding the crystal sconce. Chromolithograph by W

Medallions and mounted pieces
Medallions with nymph, Calliope as Hope, Cupid on a swan, and Cupid shaping his bow. Mounted pieces including gold box with cameo of Catherine II, buckle with Bonnie Prince Charlie

Chocolate pot, vase, cup and saucer
Green chocolate pot with Three Graces and dancing nymphs (top); blue ewer or vase with Venus and Cupid (bottom); white cup and saucer with ivy leaves; and green cup and saucer with Venus

Oval rosewood box mounted in steel decorated with signs of the Zodiac, oval and square cameos. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Prince of Wales Vase in jasper. With figure of Britannia and a lion, medallion of George, crown and feathers, with lion and horse at base. Chromolithograph by W

Portraits of the family of King George III: Prince Adolphus 1, Caroline Princess of Wales 2, Prince Frederick 3, Prince Ernest 4, Prince Augustus 5, Princess Charlotte 6, Prince Edward 7

Clock in marble and ormolu, made by Vulliamy, with the Young Geographers boys holding compass and sextant. Medallion of the Three Graces. Chromolithograph by W

Medallions mounted in gold and steel. Subjects include nymphs sacrificing to Peace, Apollo with lyre, Cupid on a swan, Cancer Zodiac sign, Bourbonnais shepherd, etc. Chromolithograph by W

Etruscan vase, vase on pedestal and pillar-form vase
Etruscan-design vase, vase on pedestal with reliefs of children playing Blindmans Buff, and pillar-form vase with reliefs of children playing Blindmans Buff. Chromolithograph by W

Large Homeric vase and pedestal. Chromolithograph drawn by Grivell and lithographed by Parrot et Co. from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Oval jardiniere with aquatic foliage. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood, Quaritch, London, 1898

Wedgwood chatelaine, vase and sword
Mounted Wedgwood ceramics: chatelaine in steel and gold, vase formed of basalt sucrier, ormolu and marble, and court sword in hand-wrought steel. Chromolithograph by W

Various tricolor medallions showing reliefs
Various oval and round tricolor medallions showing scenes from classical mythology. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Vases with reliefs
Vase with reliefs of Achilles (L), vase with Hercules in the garden of the Hesperides (C), and vase with reliefs designed by Lady Templeton (R). Chromolithograph by W

Vase with reliefs of the nine Muses and Apollo, and tricolor vase with quatrefoils in green and white on blue. Chromolithograph by W

Flowerpot, teapot, cup and saucer
Tricolor flowerpot, cup and saucer with fern leaves, and teapot from the Bale service. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Portrait medallions of King Louis XVI of France (blue), Marie Antoinette (blue), Duke of Bridgewater (black), Edmund Burke (pink) and William Pitt (blue). Chromolithograph by W

Teapots with cup and saucer
Teapot with Venus and Cupid, cup and saucer with medallion, and teapot with reliefs after Lady Templeton. Chromolithograph by W

Vases in various shapes
Oviform vase with medallion, wine cooler with green reliefs and vase with arabesque and lotus reliefs. Chromolithograph by W

Three vases in different forms
Tripod form vase with goats heads, globular vase with festoons, with vase with reliefs of Cupid under a tree. Chromolithograph by W

Plaque showing the marriage of Cupid and Psyche. Chromolithograph drawn by Grivell and lithographed by Parrot et Co. from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Large vase in crystalline agate decorated with animal heads. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood

Three vases in pale grey blue. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood, Quaritch, London, 1898

Pedestal for the Borghese or Campana Vase, decorated with reliefs of grapevines and festoons. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

The Borghese Vase or the Campana Vase, decorated with foliage and reliefs of classical mythology. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Plaque depicting Diana visiting Endymion. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood, Quaritch, London

Plaque depicting the triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood

Portrait medallion of Robert William Boyle. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood, Quaritch, London

Portrait medallion of Joseph Priestley, clergyman and physical scientist. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Portrait medallions of Joseph Priestley (L) and Robert William Boyle (R). Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

Portrait medallion of the Medusa. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood, the Decorative or Artistic Ceramic Work Produced by Josiah Wedgwood, Quaritch, London, 1898

Portraits of the Medusa, Cicero, Hecules
Portrait medallions of the Medusa, Cicero, Hecules and Omphale, Cleopatra and Mark Antony. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathbones Old Wedgwood

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"Unraveling Mysteries: The Enigmatic World of Rathbone" Step into the captivating world of Rathbone, where Sherlock Holmes comes to life through the remarkable talent of Basil Rathbone. This English actor, known for his iconic portrayal of Holmes, mesmerized audiences with his sharp wit and unparalleled detective skills. In the quaint High Street of Tonbridge, Kent, a town forever linked to Rathbone's legacy, one can almost imagine the great detective strolling along its cobblestone paths. It was here that he honed his craft and became synonymous with the legendary character. A striking image captures Rathbone in full Sherlockian attire - oil painted over a photograph - showcasing his uncanny ability to embody Holmes' essence. This depiction immortalizes him as an icon in both theater and film. Even beyond his famous role as Holmes, Rathbone's versatility shines through. A Winsor & Newton advertisement reveals his passion for life drawing, demonstrating not only his acting prowess but also his artistic sensibilities. But it wasn't just on stage or screen where Rathbone left an indelible mark. He fearlessly dove into new experiences like a daring adventurer plunging into uncharted waters. His love for diving mirrored his adventurous spirit and added another layer to this multifaceted performer. Rathbone's influence extended beyond himself; he stood alongside other British actors at microphones, united by their shared dedication to their craft. Together they formed a tapestry woven with talent and camaraderie. Yet amidst all these accomplishments lies Tom Mann – trade unionist and public speaker – reminding us that even heroes have causes outside their fictional realms. Perhaps inspired by Mann's activism or driven by personal conviction, Rathbone used his platform to champion various social issues close to heart. The Monteith or jardiniere adorned with acanthus foliage reliefs serves as a metaphorical symbol for Rathbone's career – intricate yet elegant, leaving an everlasting impression on all who encountered his work.