Drafts Collection

London Fire Engine Establishment, list of fire stations
Formed in 1833, the LFEE took over firefighting in London from the various Insurance Company fire brigades. It had 19 fire stations and its headquarters was located at Watling Street, City of London

President Lincoln, writing the Proclamation of Freedom, January 1st, 1863, pub. 1864 (colour litho)
2646221 President Lincoln, writing the Proclamation of Freedom, January 1st, 1863, pub. 1864 (colour litho) by Blythe, David Gilmour (1815-65); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New Drafts of Guards for South Africa (litho)
1629270 The New Drafts of Guards for South Africa (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Drafts of Guards for South Africa)

Regency-era writing and backgammon table with chair
6339898 Regency-era writing and backgammon table with chair by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Regency-era writing and backgammon table with chair)

Drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776, 1944 (oil on panel)
5455681 Drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776, 1944 (oil on panel) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); 58.4 x 76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Committee of Five)

Medieval men playing wall tennis, checkers and hoops
Medieval men bat a ball against a board mounted on a wall (wall tennis or pelota?), some play drafts or checkers, others roll hoops and jump through hoops

America - Convention At Philadeliphia in 1787
Convention At Philadeliphia Drafts The US Constitution After The American War of Independence Date: 1787

The Laws of Chequers (engraving)
6027030 The Laws of Chequers (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Laws of Chequers)

Figaros Shop, 1875 (oil on panel)
WLT207147 Figaros Shop, 1875 (oil on panel) by Aranda, Jose-Jimenes (1837-1903); 44x57.4 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; Spanish, out of copyright

Man and Writers Block
A writer, afflicted by writers block, is at a loss for words. The floor is littered with unsuccessful drafts

The Devils Rosary by Henrietta Schrier and Lodge Percy. First produced at the Kellys Theatre, Liverpool, on 31st July and, as The Blind Girls Rosary at the Elephant and Castle, on 20th December 1915

Paris, France - Bastille, Prieurs proposed monument. Date: 1881

Source Size = 3782 x 1684
The Rebellion in the Soudan (Sudan), Reinforcements Leaving Portsmouth: the Marine Light Infantry Drafts from Chatham Going on Board the P. and O. Ss. " poonah"

Winifred Holt and blind soldiers C016 / 4572
Winifred Holt (1870-1945), US sculptor and welfare worker, teaching blind French officers checkers (draughts). Holts work with the blind started in around 1901

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"Unveiling the Hidden Stories: A Glimpse into the World of Drafts" Step back in time and explore the captivating realm of drafts. From historical events to literary masterpieces, drafts hold a wealth of untold tales. Delve into London's rich firefighting history at the renowned London Fire Engine Establishment, where meticulously crafted drafts detail fire stations that once safeguarded this bustling city. Witness the creative process firsthand as autograph manuscript drafts transport you to late 19th-century Berlin. These ink-stained pages offer glimpses into articles on Berlin life and society, alongside a tantalizing fragment from an unpublished novel. Marvel at President Lincoln's determination as he pens his immortal words on January 1st, 1863. The Proclamation of Freedom draft showcases his unwavering commitment to abolishing slavery during one of America's most tumultuous eras. Experience the military precision behind South Africa's defense with "The New Drafts of Guards. " This lithograph captures the meticulous planning involved in protecting distant lands during times of conflict. Transport yourself to Regency-era elegance with a writing and backgammon table accompanied by a chair. Imagine esteemed individuals drafting letters or engaging in strategic games while basking in refined surroundings. Relive one of America's defining moments as you witness Thomas Jefferson etching his thoughts onto parchment during the drafting process for the Declaration of Independence. This iconic oil painting transports us back to 1776 when freedom was forged through eloquent words. Travel even further back in time and discover medieval men engrossed in wall tennis, checkers, and hoops – ancient pastimes captured within delicate drafts that provide glimpses into their leisurely pursuits. Journey across continents to witness history unfold at Philadelphia's Convention in 1787. Here, founding fathers drafted what would become America's Constitution—a pivotal moment shaping democracy for centuries to come. Explore not only political but also cultural realms with "The Laws of Chequers.