Earnshaw Collection

Top Withens, Haworth, West Yorkshire
Top Withens - a (now ruined) farmhouse near Haworth, West Yorkshire, England which is said to have been the inspiration for the location of the Earnshaw family house Wuthering Heights in the novel of

Postman delivers a letter to two children
A postman delivers a letter to two children and their dog. Date: c.1920

Bas de Soie by Harold Earnshaw
An elegant girl in a swimming costume chases gracefully after a small terrier dog who has run away with her head scarf on the beach, an essential part of the 1920s swimwear look. Date: 1927

Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat, Where have you been? by Peggy Earnshaw. 1947

Harlequins Football Club, outdoor sporting rugby team portrait, in front of entrance to club house. Captioned with names, Rev J C Wilson, A C Hunter, P E Bodington, H R Wood, A A Surtees, J R Pank

Yellow and Red
Portrait oil painting of a brown haired lady resting her chin on her hand, wearing a yellow and red top. Date: circa 1930

Isaac Earnshaw Rotherham Rugby Union Rotherham V Gloucester Rotherham 04 September 2000 Date: 04 September 2000

Nick Popplewell (Newcastle) Trys To Evade Russell Earnshaw 23 August 1997 Date: 23 August 1997

Russell Earnshaw Bath Rugby Union 27 August 1997 Date: 27 August 1997

The Favourite Doll by Peggy Earnshaw. 1933

Say Please Squirrel by Peggy Earnshaw. 1936

Prudence by Peggy Earnshaw. 1935

Playtime by Peggy Earnshaw. 1932

Little Mother by Peggy Earnshaw. 1937

Buttercup Time by Peggy Earnshaw
Buttercup Time. 1937

Children playing musical instruments
Two children play musical instruments while their dog is a reluctant drummer. Date: c.1920

Children drawing
Two children busy drawing pictures of their pet dog. Date: c.1920

A Modern Knight-Errant by Harold Earnshaw
A small boy scout on a donkey. Date: 1914

The Jolly Book - children in motorbike and sidecar
Front cover of The Jolly Book featuring an illustration of a little boy and girl riding a motorcycle and sidecar. By Harold Earnshaw. Date: c.1920

A Prophecy by Harold Earnshaw
Cartoon by Harold Earnshaw depicting three types of courtship - stone age man dragging a woman, a civilised marriage during the First World War (when this cartoon was drawn) and then, in the future

The Hold Up by Harold Earnshaw
The Hold Up! A Startling Christmas Eve Incident. A small child emerges at the top of a chimney on a snow-topped roof offering his empty stocking to a rather startled looking Father Christmas

The Meet by Harold C. Earnshaw
Cartoon showing a young butchers boy with his tray of meat surrounded by a crowd of hopeful looking dogs. 1917

A Good Position by Harold Earnshaw
A young woman stands outside by herself outside a shop window where, unbeknownst to her, a sign saying Boy Wanted, makes her look somewhat available! Date: 1928

Nautical Terms Illustrated IV - Crossing the Line
A sailor flirts with a woman over her washing line drawn by Harold Earnshaw, artist husband of Mabel Lucie Attwell. Earnshaw was a successful artist who joined the Artists Rifles at the outbreak of

Nautical Terms Illustrated - Anchored by Harold Earnshaw
Illustration showing an old sea salt finding himself in a bit of a fix after his wooden legs has caught in a drain grill and snapped

A Strategic Retreat by Harold Earnshaw, WW1
A naughty young boy beats a hasty retreat after throwing a snowball in the face of a senior Army officer. Illustration by Harold Earnshaw who in February the previous year had his arm blown off by a

Flighty by Harold Earnshaw, WW1 cartoon
Three officers of the Royal Flying Corps (RFC), later the Royal Air Force (RAF) flirty with a young flapper girl. Drawn by Harold Pat Earnshaw, husband of Mabel Lucie Attwell who lost his right

A Small Objective by Harold Earnshaw, WW1 cartoon
Cartoon on the front cover of the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News by Harold Earnshaw, showing a number of Army and Navy officers vying for the attention of a pretty young woman

How to Keep Fit - Breakdown
Humourous postcard entitled: " How to Keep Fit" - " If a breakdown results from overwork, a long rest in the country is imperative." A motorist who has crashed faces quite a wait

Close of Play by Harold Earnshaw
Family going to the railway station after a tiring holiday. Date: 1927

The Rearguard by Harold Earnshaw
Back view of a boy scout, complete with knapsack, hat and patched shorts. 1927

A Sovereign Remedy
John Bull holds the hand of a rather unhealthy looking pound note in a satirical illustration which alludes to the falling value of sterling against the dollar in 1920

Troop Tactics - On the Tramp by Harold C. Earnshaw
Humorous colour illustration by Harold C. Earnshaw from Winters Pie showing a group of scouts sitting on a tramp

How Father Christmas came to earth
Colour illustration by Harold Earnshaw (d.1937) showing Father Christmas floating in the sky, hoisted up by colourful balloons

A Quiet Country Holiday! by H. C. Earnshaw
An illustration by Harold Earnshaw of an artist at work with a gaggle of spectators surrounding him. Earnshaw was the husband of Mabel Lucie Attwell

Doing his Little Bit
Humorous illustration from the First World War period showing a boy scout leading three German soldiers, plus a Zeppelin behind him. Earnshaw regularly drew boy scouts

A Fairy Tale by Earnshaw
A strange little man appears as if by magic to the surprise of two medieval types, who look rather strange themselves

Not in the Scouts Rules! Tracking the Ghost
Colour illustration by Harold Earnshaw showing a group of boy scouts holding a ghost at bay with their walking sticks among a snowy woodland scene

Worth Going to Bed For by Harold Earnshaw
Illustration by Harold Cecil Earnshaw to accompany a rhyme by J.M. Barrie, showing a little boy fast asleep and enjoying a particularly vivid dream crammed with castles, pirates, elephants

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"Earnshaw: A Tale of Yorkshire Charm and Artistic Legacy" In the picturesque village of Haworth, nestled amidst the rolling hills of West Yorkshire, lies Top Withens - a place that has captured the hearts of many. Here, where nature meets history, an enchanting story unfolds. As the postman makes his way through cobblestone streets, he delivers a letter to two curious children. Their eyes light up with excitement as they read the name "Earnshaw" on the envelope. Little do they know that this name carries a rich artistic heritage within its letters. Harold Earnshaw's masterpiece "Bas de Soie" adorns gallery walls across England, captivating viewers with its ethereal beauty. Meanwhile, at Harlequins Football Club in London, fans cheer passionately for their team donning vibrant yellow and red jerseys - colors synonymous with Earnshaw's legacy. "Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat, Where have you been?" echoes through generations as Peggy Earnshaw's timeless tale enchants young readers worldwide. And who can forget Isaac Earnshaw's remarkable rugby career? Nick Popplewell recalls facing him on Newcastle grounds – an encounter etched forever in sporting history. Russell Earnshaw emerges as a guiding force in coaching circles; his expertise shaping future talents on fields far and wide. But it is Peggy once again who captures our hearts with her endearing creations - "The Favourite Doll, " "Say Please Squirrel, " and "Prudence" bring joy to countless lives. Earnshaws have left an indelible mark on artistry and sport alike – their contributions spanning generations and disciplines. From tranquil landscapes to thrilling matches; from cherished tales to treasured dolls – their name resonates with creativity and passion. So next time you find yourself wandering through Haworth or cheering for your favorite team in yellow and red hues, remember the enduring legacy – a family whose talent knows no bounds, and whose impact continues to inspire.