Charles Tomlinson Collection

Charles Tomlinson's 'Cyclopaedia of Useful Art and Manufactures', 1850
3331068 Charles Tomlinson's 'Cyclopaedia of Useful Art and Manufactures', 1850; (add.info.: Engraving from Charles Tomlinson's 'Cyclopaedia of Useful Art and Manufactures')

Arkwright's method of roving cotton, 1845
3479022 Arkwright's method of roving cotton, 1845; (add.info.: Arkwright's method of roving cotton. From Charles Tomlinson The useful arts and manufactures of Great Britain, London)

Charles Tomlinson's 'Cyclopaedia of Useful Art and Manufactures', 1850
3331066 Charles Tomlinson's 'Cyclopaedia of Useful Art and Manufactures', 1850; (add.info.: Engraving from Charles Tomlinson's 'Cyclopaedia of Useful Art and Manufactures')

Exterior view of the Castle grinding mill at Sheffield, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson

The bridge and Broomielaw Quay, Glasgow, Scotland, 1886. Artist: R Wallis
The bridge and Broomielaw Quay, Glasgow, Scotland, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I

Whitehaven Harbour, Cumbria, 1886. Artist: JC Armytage
Whitehaven Harbour, Cumbria, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I, (Jamess Virtue)

Mr Stephenson putting in the last rivet, 1886. From Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, volume I

Whimsey, or engine drawing coal in the Staffordshire collieries, 1886. Machinery for extracting coal. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining

Bridge to the South Stack Lighthouse, near Holyhead, 1886. Artist: J J Hinchcliffe
Bridge to the South Stack Lighthouse, near Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey, Wales, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering

The Nassau balloon passing over Liege at night, 1836, (1886). Charles Green (1785-1870) built the Nassau balloon which he flew from Vauxhall Gardens in London to Weilburg, Nassau, Germany

The Great Eastern, 1886. Isambard Kingdom Brunel proposed to the Eastern Steam Navigation Company the construction of a steamship five or six times the size of any then in use

Chocolate mill, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I, (Jamess Virtue, London, 1886)

Gold-blocking press, 1886. Machinery for bookbinding and printing. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson

Victoria Bridge over the St Lawrence, Canada, 1886. Artist: Saddler
Victoria Bridge over the St Lawrence, Canada, 1886. The Victoria Bridge at Montreal was the first bridge to span the St Lawrence River

Steeping, couching and flooring malt, 1886. Beer-making involves malting (germination of barley or other grain). Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures

Lead chamber for production of sulphuric acid, 1866. Also known as Oil of Vitriol or H2S04, sulphuric acid was one of the most important industrial chemicals

Viaduct on the Baltimore & Washington Railroad, c1838. Artist: Henry Adlard
Viaduct on the Baltimore & Washington Railroad, c1838. Illustration after a painting by William Henry Bartlett (1809-1854) who visited the United States in the 1830s

Professor Charles Tomlinson (b / w photo)
812702 Professor Charles Tomlinson (b/w photo) by Maull & Polyblank (fl. 1854-65) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professor Charles Tomlinson, British scientist)

The Woolwich blowing machine, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I, (Jamess Virtue)

Ramsgate, Kent, 1886. Artist: W Finden
Ramsgate, Kent, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I, (Jamess Virtue, London, 1886)

Cylinder printing machine, 1886. Machine for printing lengths of wallpaper. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering

Iron bridge at Sunderland, 1886. The Wearmouth Bridge was the longest single span cast iron bridge in the world when it opened in 1796

A flour mill, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I, (Jamess Virtue, London, 1886)

Embossing press, 1886. Machine for producing a raised design on paper or card. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering

The stoke-hole, the mash tun, and the copper, 1886. Brewing equipment. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering

Aqueduct of Nimes at the Pont du Gard, France, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I

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Charles Tomlinson was a man of many interests and talents, as evidenced by the diverse range of subjects captured in these captivating artworks from 1886. From the exterior view of the Castle grinding mill at Sheffield to the bustling bridge and Broomielaw Quay in Glasgow, Scotland, Tomlinson's keen eye for detail brings these scenes to life. In another masterpiece titled "Mr Stephenson putting in the last rivet, " we witness a momentous occasion as this skilled craftsman completes his work with precision and pride. The image exudes a sense of accomplishment and dedication that is truly inspiring. Tomlinson's artistic prowess extends beyond industrial settings, as demonstrated by his depiction of Whimsey, an engine drawing coal in Staffordshire collieries. This piece captures both the power and beauty inherent in machinery, showcasing Tomlinson's ability to find artistry even within utilitarian objects. Moving away from industry, we are transported back in time with Tomlinson's portrayal of The Nassau balloon passing over Liege at night. This ethereal scene evokes a sense of wonder and adventure that was characteristic of this era. The Great Eastern stands tall as another subject immortalized by Tomlinson's brushstrokes. This magnificent ship commands attention with its grandeur and serves as a testament to human ingenuity during this period. Tomlinson also turns his gaze towards natural landscapes such as Whitehaven Harbour in Cumbria. Through his skillful rendering, he captures not only the physical features but also the atmosphere and mood surrounding this coastal town. His talent extends beyond traditional artwork into other realms like technology; evident through his depiction of a gold-blocking press—a testament to innovation during this time period. Crossing continents, Victoria Bridge over St Lawrence River showcases Tomlinson's ability to capture architectural marvels abroad while Steeping couching and flooring malt takes us into the world of brewing—an essential industry of the time.