Brassey Collection

Thomas Brassey - 1
THOMAS BRASSEY engineering contractor with his autograph Date: 1805 - 1870

The auxiliary sailing ship Sunbeam, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The auxiliary sailing ship Sunbeam, 1911. The 565-ton three-masted schooner was owned by Lord Brassey who had her built in 1874

Thomas Earl Brassey
THOMAS, first earl BRASSEY, son of Thomas Brassey the contractor; husband of Anna, owner of the Sunbeam yacht. Date: 1836 - 1918

Thomas Brassey - 2
THOMAS BRASSEY engineering contractor with his autograph Date: 1805 - 1870

Mrs Christa Brassey
Christa Brassey (1909-1986) was born Dorothea Christa Baronin von Bodenhausen. Here she is being celebrated for her talents as a linguist and aviatrix. Date: 1939

Normanhurst
LLM457637 Normanhurst by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Normanhurst. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

Heythrop
LLM457623 Heythrop by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heythrop. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

Preston Hall
LLM457583 Preston Hall by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preston Hall. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

Brassey shot : top of swing - action shot of James Braid
Golfer James Braid in action. 1920

Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol (engraving)
1607917 Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts)

Lady Violet Brasseys sons, Cyril and Gerard
Delightful portrait of Cyril and Gerard Brassey, dressed in outfits typical of Edwardian upper class children. The older boy is in a wool jacket

Mr. Albert Brassey, 1879. Creator: Vincent Brooks Day & Son
Mr. Albert Brassey, 1879. Albert Brassey (1844-1918), politician, army officer and landowner, Master of the Heythrop Hunt. From The Sporting Gazette and Agricultural Journal, 6th December 1879

Nathaniel Halhed
NATHANIEL BRASSEY HALHED Orientalist and member of parliament for Lymington. Date: 1751 - 1830

Lord Willingdon arriving in Bombay
Lord Willingdon (1866 - 1941), newly appointed Crown Governor of Bombay, arriving in Bombay with his wife Lady Willingdon. 1913

Lord and Lady Willingdon
Lord Willingdon (1866 - 1941) with his wife Lady Willingdon, at the time of his appointment as Crown Governor of Bombay. Date: 1913

Lady Helen Murray by Madame Yevonde
Lady Helen Murray (1892-1971), formerly Lady Helen de Vere Brassey, wife of Lieut.-Col. John Murray, partner in the well-known publishing firm, who she married in 1916

Music cover, Sunbeam Polka, by Nellie Varney, dedicated to Lady Brassey (Anna Brassey), who wrote a popular travel book entitled A Voyage in the Sunbeam. circa late 1870s

William Brassey
WILLIAM BRASSEY Son of the railway engineer Thomas Brassey Date: -

Lady Annie Brassey / Sepia
LADY ANNIE BRASSEY (nee Allnutt) writer and traveller, wife of Thomas Brassey (engineer) Date: 1839 - 1887

Queen Charlottes birthday Ball, 1930
Queen Charlottes Birthday Ball, held at the May Fair Hotel, to raise funds for the Queen Charlotte Hospital at Hammersmith

Colonel Albert Brassey, Vanity Fair, Spy
COLONEL ALBERT BRASSEY (1844-1918) British rower, soldier and Conservative politician. Was a Lieutenant in the 14th Hussars and a Colonel in the Queens Own Oxfordshire Hussars

Messrs. Peto, Brassey, and Betts Office, Waterloo Road, London, Uk, 1854

The Opening Festival of the Gordon Boys Home: the Prince of Wales Receiving
THE OPENING FESTIVAL OF THE GORDON BOYS HOME: THE PRINCE OF WALES RECEIVING THE GUESTS, UK, 1886: Sir Thomas Brassey, Cardinal Manning, Sir Henry James, General Sir Peter S

Thomas Brassey, lst Earl Brassey (1836-1918) English Liberal politician and eldest son of Thomas Brassey the eminent railway contractor. Created Earl Brassey in 1911

Lady Annie Brassey
LADY ANNIE BRASSEY (nee Allnutt) writer and traveller, wife of Thomas Brassey(engineer) Date: 1839 - 1887

Lady Brassey on Deck
LADY ANNA BRASSEY, first wife of Thomas Brassey, on the deck of the Sunbeam, of a voyage aboard which she will write an account. Date: 1839 - 1887

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"Exploring the Legacy of Brassey: From Thomas Earl to Mrs. Christa and Beyond" Thomas Brassey - 1: A name synonymous with engineering prowess and innovation, Thomas Brassey paved the way for modern infrastructure development. Thomas Earl Brassey: Known as a visionary entrepreneur, Thomas Earl Brassey left an indelible mark on the world through his extensive railway projects across continents. Thomas Brassey - 2: Continuing his father's legacy, Thomas Brassey - 2 carried forward the family tradition of excellence in construction and engineering. Mrs. Christa Brassey: Breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry, Mrs. Christa Brassey proved that determination knows no gender boundaries as she made significant contributions to architecture and design. Nathaniel Halhed: Collaborating with Nathaniel Halhed, the partnership between these two brilliant minds resulted in groundbreaking architectural marvels that continue to inspire awe today. Normanhurst & Heythrop Estates: The grandeur of Normanhurst and Heythrop Estates stands as a testament to the impeccable taste and opulence associated with the name "Brassey. " Preston Hall: Nestled amidst picturesque landscapes, Preston Hall showcases not only architectural brilliance but also serves as a reminder of Mr. Albert Brasseys' love for beauty and nature. Brassey shot - Action shot of James Braid at top swing captures both skillful precision and athletic grace on display during this thrilling moment on the golf course. Messers Peto, Brassey, Betts & Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol (engraving): Immortalized in engravings is their monumental achievement – constructing railways connecting distant lands while overcoming immense challenges during wartime conditions. Lady Violet Brasseys' sons Cyril & Gerard: Lady Violet Brasseys' pride shone bright through her accomplished sons Cyril and Gerard who carried forward their family's passion for excellence into new realms of success. Mr. Albert Brassey, 1879.