Successors Collection

Charlemagne
CHARLEMAGNE as Catholic ruler preceded by Charles Martel, accompanied by the defeated Wittekind, followed by his successors, tramples on the pagan idol Irminsul

Column of Antoninus Pius in Rome, Italy (engraving)
3730924 Column of Antoninus Pius in Rome, Italy (engraving); (add.info.: History of Ancient Rome. Column of Antoninus Pius is a Roman honorific column in Rome, Italy)

4472 Flying Scotsman - LNER Class A3
4472 Flying Scotsman, an LNER Class A3 locomotive, on the main line, at speed, circa 1967. LNER Class A3 4472 Flying Scotsman is a 4-6-2 Pacific steam locomotive

York House Battersea
York House, on the spot now occupied by Prices Candle Factory, is supposed to have been built about the year 1475 by Lawrence Booth, Bishop of Durham, and by him annexed to the see of York

Russian Rulers, Peter the Great and his Successors (litho)
1107791 Russian Rulers, Peter the Great and his Successors (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Rulers, Peter the Great and his Successors)

Allegory with Rudolf II (1552-1612) Holy Roman Emperor and his successors Matthias 1st (1557-1619)
1768723 Allegory with Rudolf II (1552-1612) Holy Roman Emperor and his successors Matthias 1st (1557-1619), Ferdinand II (1578-1637) and Ferdinand III (1608-1657) (engraving) by French School

Russian Rulers, Peter the Great and his Successors (engraving)
1107790 Russian Rulers, Peter the Great and his Successors (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Rulers, Peter the Great and his Successors)

The Smallest State in Europe, the Republic of San Marino, in the Apennines (litho)
1601218 The Smallest State in Europe, the Republic of San Marino, in the Apennines (litho) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Smallest State in Europe)

PETER I OF RUSSIA
PETER I known as the Great ruthless reformer who set the style for equally ruthless successors. with his autograph Date: 1682-1725

CARDS / BRIDGE 1903-4
BRIDGE The modern successors of the women gamblers of earlier generations - a game of Bridge Whist. Date: 1903-4

BRITISH PATRIOTISM
The British soldiers of World War One are the successors of the Crusaders... Date: 1918

Charles Martel (Card)
CHARLES MARTEL Mayor of the Palaces of Austrasia and Neustria and effective power in the realm. His successors will be kings, though he is not

The Emperor Timur (1336-1405) on his Throne, after an Indian miniature (pen & ink
XIR210215 The Emperor Timur (1336-1405) on his Throne, after an Indian miniature (pen & ink on paper) by Rembrandt Harmensz

Newcastle, Uk, 1881, some of the Works of Stephenson and his Successors: 1
NEWCASTLE, UK, 1881, SOME OF THE WORKS OF STEPHENSON AND HIS SUCCESSORS: 1. George Stephensons First Locomotive. 2. A Locomotive of the Present. 3. The Stephenson Monument. 4

Philip I of Castile Philip I, also known as Philip the Handsome (1478 - 1506), son of the Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor

Queen Isabella of Spain died on November 26, 1504 in Medina del Campo. In her will she asked that her successors protect and treat the people of the Americas the same as they would the Spanish people

Column of Antoninus Pius
The Column of Antoninus Pius built in the 2nd century by Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus, successors of Emperor Antoninus Pius in his honour. Date: 2nd century AD

Carlovingian Frenchwoman
A Frenchwoman of the period of Charlemagne and his successors

16th Century Bishop
Bishop Bell in his robes, which are pretty well the same as those worn by his successors four centuries later : he carries the crozier, his staff of office

Nostradamus Mirror
NOSTRADAMUS, commanded by French queen Catherine de Medicis to foresee the destiny of the French royal house, shows her successors to her in a magic mirror

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"Successors: Carrying the Torch of Greatness" From Charlemagne to the Flying Scotsman, history is filled with remarkable successors who have left an indelible mark on their respective domains. The legacy of these extraordinary individuals can be seen in various forms, from grand palaces like York House Battersea to captivating lithographs depicting Russian rulers such as Peter the Great and his successors. One cannot overlook the allegorical engravings that portray Holy Roman Emperors Rudolf II and his successors Matthias 1st, Ferdinand II, and Ferdinand III. These images serve as a testament to their reigns and the influence they exerted over Europe during their time. Speaking of Russia's great leaders, Peter the Great stands tall among them. His vision and determination transformed a nation into a global powerhouse. As we delve into history through lithographs and engravings showcasing Peter's rule and that of his successors, we witness how they shaped Russia's destiny. But successions are not limited to empires alone; even small states like San Marino hold significance. Nestled in the Apennines, this tiny republic has passed down its traditions for centuries – proof that size does not diminish importance or impact. Beyond politics lies another realm where succession plays a vital role – bridge card games. In 1903-4, British patriotism soared high as cards featuring symbols of national pride were played with fervor across tables. Such games symbolize passing on skills and knowledge from one generation to another. Lastly, let us not forget George Stephenson's centenary celebration in Newcastle. This engraving captures both admiration for Stephenson himself and recognition of those who followed in his footsteps – engineers who continued pushing boundaries in locomotive innovation long after he was gone. In every corner of human endeavor – be it governance or engineering feats – there are always those who come after trailblazers like Charlemagne or pioneers like George Stephenson.