Rees Collection

Barga, Italy
Barga. View from the mediaeval Tuscan town of Barga across the Serchio river valley, towards the summit of Pania Secca (1171 metres) in the Apuan Alps, Italy

Robin Redbreast
Poem by M. Nightingale about the robin, featuring a lovely decoration by Gladys M. Rees. Date: 1939

Members of Cuddington Golf Club, Surrey, 1933. Date: 1933

Knives and tourniquets used for amputation. The tourniquets not only stemmed the flow of blood
526847 Knives and tourniquets used for amputation. The tourniquets not only stemmed the flow of blood, they also induced numbness, so reducing pain

Ancient altars, characters, and John Napiers bones
Ancient altars, ark of the covenant, Chinese musical instrument Ching and King, John Napiers calculating bones, and ancient arithmetical characters

Ancient water clocks or clepsydrae. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman

Face-turning lathe and riveting hammer, 18th century
Face-turning lathe and riveting hammer, Block Machinery at Portsmouth naval harbour, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey Jr

Electrical dischargers and doublers, 18th century
Electrical dischargers and doublers, including Tiberius Cavallos multiplier, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Diagrams of magnets, magnetic fields, iron filings, etc. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst

Coach suspension machinery for horse-drawn carriages
Coach suspension: view of the fore wheels of a crane-necked carriage and Mr. Jacobs contrivance for the forewheels of a coach. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey Jr

Fall / English Setter / Pups
A group of four English Setter puppies owned by Rees. Date: 1947

Children's Hoop Race Date: 1925

Children Collecting Fir Cones Date: 1925

F. B. Rees, Jockey
F. B. (Dick) Rees (1894-1951) was the first jockey to win 100 races in a National Hunt season, in 1924. Date: 1925

Lewes Stable and Owner G. Poole
Scenes from Lewes Stable, owned by G. Poole, who is pictured in one of the images. Also shown are champion jockey L. B. Rees and racehorse Ned Carver. Date: circa 1924

Stephen Rees Wales 23 February 1994 Date: 23 February 1994

Richie Rees Wales & Cardiff Blues England V Wales Twickenham, London, England 06 February 2010 Date: 06 February 2010

Paul Sackey, Tom Rees England V Pacific Islanders England V Pacific Islanders Twickenham, London, England 08 November 2008 Date: 08 November 2008

Paul Sackey Ugo Monye, Tom Rees England V Pacific Islanders England V Pacific Islanders Twickenham, London, England 08 November 2008 Date: 08 November 2008

Tim Payne, Lee Mears & Tom Rees In Scrum
Tim Payne, Lee Mears and Tom Rees In Scrum England V South Africa England V South Africa, Investec Challenge Twickenham, Middlesex, England 22 November 2008 Date: 22 November 2008

Tom Rees England & London Wasps Rugby Union England V Australia, Investec Challenge Twickenham, Middlesex, England 15 November 2008 Date: 15 November 2008

Tom Rees, Stirling Mortlock & Nathan Sharpe
Tom Rees, Stirling Mortlock and Nathan Sharpe England V Australia England V Australia, Investec Challenge Twickenham, Middlesex, England 15 November 2008 Date: 15 November 2008

Matthew Rees Wales & Llanelli Scarlets Rbs 6 Nations Championship 2007 Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, Wales 17 March 2007 Date: 17 March 2007

David Rees Sale Rugby Union 29 August 1997 Date: 29 August 1997

"He was only answered by a flock of idle crows. "
3100401 " He was only answered by a flock of idle crows.", from Rip Van Winkle by Washington Irving, pub. 1910 (colour litho) by Rackham

Betsy Rees in A Night In Venice, New York, 1929
American dancer Betsy Rees in A Night In Venice, New York, 1929 Date: 1929

Swan and Cygnets
Two cygnets riding on the back of the swan along the river. Artist: Dorothy Rees Date: 1936

Bust of the goddess Isis Magna Mater, from the collection of Charles Towney. Copperplate engraving by C. Knight from a drawing by H

Xanthippus, father of Pericles, from a bas relief on his tombstone in the collection of Charles Townley. Copperplate engraving by J. Parker from a drawing by J

Marble statue of Cupid and Psyche kissing from the Capitol in Rome. Copperplate engraving by R.H. Cromck from a drawing by H. Howard in Abraham Rees Cyclopedia, London, 1818

Boring machine and cornering saw, 18th century
Boring machine and cornering saw, Block Machinery at Portsmouth naval harbour, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or

Crown saw and coaking engine, 18th century
Crown saw and coaking engine, Block Machinery at Portsmouth naval harbour, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal

Sawing machine at Portsmouth naval harbour, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Boiling pans and wringers for bleaching cloth, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Cutting engines, 18th century, including a rose engine lathe or figure lathe made by Holtzapffell Deyerlien. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey Jr

Electrical equipment, 18th century. Medical machine for electrifying the teeth, thunder house, torpedo, brush, and connecting frame of the Teylerian battery

Electrometers, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London

Electrical configurations, 18th century
Electrical configurations caused by charges on metal powder, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature

Electrical experiments, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature

Batting machine used in cotton manufacture, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by James Burton from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Machinery for making cutlery, 18th century
Machinery for making cutlery: troughs of a grinding mill, tongs for pressing knife handles, pressing vice and spring drill

Enamelling furnaces, 18th century
Furnace for enamelling watch dial plates and Henry Bones enamelling furnace. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary

Furnaces used for experiments and tobacco pipe manufacture
Furnaces used by David Mushet for his experiments on iron and steel, and used for tobacco pipe manufacture. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey Jr

Furnaces including common air furnace and portable furnaces
Furnaces including common air furnace, furnaces designed by Dr. Joseph Black, David Mushet and R. and G. Knight of Foster Lane, and portable furnaces by Dr. Joseph Black and R. and G. Knight

Water clocks or clepsydrae, 18th century. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London

Kelvin Aqueduct built by Robert Whitworth, 1790
Plan, elevation and section of the Kelvin Aqueduct, built by Robert Whitworth, over the Forth River, Scotland, 1790. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham

Canal bridge, 18th century
Plans and sections through canal bridge, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst

Canal swing bridge and canal navigators tools including barow, grafting tool, shovel, scoop and horsing-block. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey Jr

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"Exploring the Enchanting Rees: A Journey through Barga, Italy and Beyond" Step into the picturesque town of Barga, Italy, where nature's symphony is accompanied by the vibrant presence of rees. As you wander through its charming streets, a friendly Robin Redbreast may guide your way. Transport yourself back to 1933 at Cuddington Golf Club in Surrey, where members donning classic attire engage in a spirited game. The name "rees" echoes through time as they perfect their swings. Immerse yourself in wild adventures reminiscent of Cowboys & Indians as children partake in an exhilarating Hoop Race. Their laughter fills the air as they chase after victory with boundless energy. Witness the innocence and curiosity of youth as children collect Fir Cones under the watchful eye of F. B. Rees, a jockey known for his passion for horses and racing. His love for these majestic creatures shines brightly amidst Lewes Stable owned by G. Poole. Uncover ancient altars that whisper tales from centuries past while mysterious characters come alive before your eyes. And if you're lucky enough to stumble upon John Napier's bones, secrets long forgotten might be revealed. Marvel at scientific wonders throughout history - from electrical dischargers and doublers that sparked innovation during the 18th century to intricate diagrams showcasing magnets' magnetic fields using iron filings; knowledge unfolds before you like never before. Finally, witness Coach suspension machinery designed meticulously for horse-drawn carriages - a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship that once graced our roads with elegance and comfort. In this captivating journey filled with historical marvels and natural beauty intertwined with human endeavors across various realms – whether it be sportsmanship or scientific exploration – rees become more than just mere words but gateways to extraordinary experiences waiting to be discovered.