Depicts Collection

Suffragette W. S. P. U Holloway Brooch
The Holloway Brooch, designed by Sylvia Pankhurst, for presentation to W.S.P.U released prisoners. It depicts the portcullis symbol of the House of Commons with chains and broad arrows in purple

A map of the Colne Valley Cloth District
Pictorial map of the Colne Valley Cloth District in Yorkshire, drawn by the poster artist and designer Leslie MacDonald Gill the year before his death, in 1946

Tapestry of Bayeux. The complete tapestry depicts the Norman invansion of England. Knights of King Edward III (upper part) and naves of Harold II (down). Detail. Fresco. FRANCE. Bayeux

Hendon Aerial Pageant
A poster advertising a Royal Air Force Aerial Pageant at The London Aerodrome at Hendon. The pictures depicts British bombers attacking a desert stronghold

Portolan chart, 1591. Map of the Pacific Ocean. It depicts the western coast of Central and South America, from Mexico to the Strait of Magellan. Renaissance art. Miniature Painting

Scheherazade by T Mackenzie
This drawing depicts a scene in the legend of The One Thousand and One Arabian nights. Queen Scheherazade is telling a story to King Shahrayar

Wild Cattle
Bewick depicts two kinds of English wild cattle. Above is the Chillingham sort, of which he will later make one of his finest engravings. Both are rare even in his day

Twas In Trafalgar's Bay
This painting depicts a naval battle between some galleons at Trafalgar Bay, which occurred in 1805, between the British Royal Navy and the combined fleets of the French and Spanish Navies

Collared from Cruft s! by Chloe Preston
This image depicts a young girl trying to walk several dogs at once. Date: 20th February 1929

Woman Burned At Stake For Witchcraft
An illustration depicts a woman being burned at the stake for the crime of engaging in witchcraft, circa 1692. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Hatchards bookshop
Advertisement by Hatchards bookshop promoting one of its books. Depicts an Edwardian lady in front of a horse drawn coach. Date: 1896

A very rare Dutch Delft blue and white rectangular plaque
1766903 A very rare Dutch Delft blue and white rectangular plaque, depicting wayfarers on a road in a wooded landscape (porcelain) by Frijtom

Dancers at Night
This tempera painting depicts a night time scene of costumed dancers performing to music from a stringed instrument and tambourine, around a grand statue of a fine garden terrace. Date: circa 1918

Harvard University campus 19th Century
An engraving depicts the Harvard University campus, Cambridge Massachusetts, 19th Century. (Engraving by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

The Wrestling Scene in As You Like It, 1854 (oil on canvas)
1199485 The Wrestling Scene in As You Like It, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Maclise, Daniel (Croquis, Alfred) (1806-70); 129x177.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Scene from The Mad Hatters Tea Party, c. 1865 (pen and brown ink)
985961 Scene from The Mad Hatters Tea Party, c.1865 (pen and brown ink) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); 12.5x9.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from The Mad Hatters Tea Party)

New York Worlds Fair - First Day Cover
New York Worlds Fair World of Tomorrow - First Day Cover - Left-hand stamp depicts the Contemporary Arts Building. Date: 1939

London Fire Brigade despatch rider at night
The badge of the International Woman Suffrage Alliance, the design adopted at the 1906 congress held in Copenhagen. Depicts the figure of justice with scales and rising sun motif behind

Britannia a LA Beardsley
A Punch artist depicts Britannia as he thinks Beardsley might draw her

Scene depicting an eighteenth century cortege with the Imperial Coach in a winter landscape, c. 1908-1917 (cloisonne)
1195671 Scene depicting an eighteenth century cortege with the Imperial Coach in a winter landscape, c. 1908-1917 (cloisonne) by Russian School (20th century) ; 9.4 (length)

A London general omnibus company poster for Hatfield, designed by F Gregory Brown. The image depicts a wayside pub on Route 155 with trees in the foreground

An Erotic Scene, mid 19th century (gouache with gold paint on paper)
1196916 An Erotic Scene, mid 19th century (gouache with gold paint on paper) by Qajar School (19th century); 17.3x11.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

A bead and raised work panel depicting Esther and Ahasuerus
1767197 A bead and raised work panel depicting Esther and Ahasuerus by English School, (17th century); 40x30 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Pratt's High Test Fuel - Advertisement for Pratt's High Test petrol depicts a woman at the steering wheel, goggles at the ready. Artist: Albert Bailey. Date: 1926

WW2 - The Girls Of Today, A. T. S. Exercise
A WW2 children's book illustration from The Girls Of Today. The image depicts a group of Auxiliary Territorial Service girls following a physical exercise routine. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 - Growing Up
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 story book, Growing Up, written by Angela Thirkell. The image depicts an interior scene where two wartime women and a man in military uniform enjoy tea. Date: 1945

Alican Land, We Have All Had A Lesson
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image depicts a gathering of Alican Land animals, listening to the Prime Minister's speech

Alican Land, The Grizzlers Plot
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image depicts Sidney Squirrel watching a dastardly plan organised by the Grizzlers

Alican Land, Mrs. Chameleon
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image depicts Mrs. Chameleon rolling out her tongue and changing her colour. Date: circa 1940s

Alican Land, Roland Rat
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image depicts Roland Rat speaking with the businessman Sam Squirrel. Date: circa 1940s

Alican Land, Tom Tortoise
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image depicts Tom Tortoise showing a group of otter schoolboys the time. Date: circa 1940s

Alican Land, Percival Pelican
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image depicts Percival Pelican with a crowd of penguins. Date: circa 1940s

Alican Land, The Queen's Party
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image depicts the Queen of Alican Land, having a party for the young animals. Date: circa 1940s

Getting The Gold Home
An illustration from a wartime short story, Getting The Gold Home, written by Phil Ley. The image depicts a fight between some explorers in a motor vehicle. Date: circa 1940s

Two Broken Teeth
An illustration from a wartime short story, Two Broken Teeth, written by Major Charles Gilson. The image depicts a scene in which Chinese men are throwing somebody overboard. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 - Atlantic Spy
A front cover illustration for a WW2 children's story book, Atlantic Spy, written by Frank Elias. The image depicts an explosion from a direct hit on a large ship. Date: 1940

WW2 - British Fighter Vs Italian Bomber
An illustration for a WW2 children's short story, Chattamama The Baboon, written by W. H. Morris. The image depicts a dog fight between a British fighter plane and an Italian bomber

WW2 Comic Illustrations
A pair of comical WW2 illustrations showing an airman attempting to tighten up a loose wheel mid flight, the second scene depicts a pair of worried faces as the men watch their aircraft's tail

WW2 - Blenheim Bombers Attacking Warship
A striking illustration which depicts a WW2 scene in which British Blenheim bomber planes attack a German ship of war. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 - Wellington Bombers In Kiel
This illustration is an artist's impression of the first British air aggressive action of WW2, the raid on Kiel, the image depicts Wellington bomber planes in action. Date: circa 1940s

How Do The Walls Look?
A short story illustration which depicts a scene of three wartime sisters splashing paint around a room, making quite the mess. Date: circa 1940

WW2 - The Man In Air Force Blue
A short story illustration which depicts a group of young wartime women staring at a man wearing a Royal Air Force blue uniform, preparing his cigarette. Date: circa 1940

WW2 - W. A. A. F. With Commanding Officer
A WW2 short story illustration which depicts a scene where the commanding officer is snarling towards a member of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force. Date: circa 1940

WW2 Birthday Card
A WW2 birthday greetings card, the illustration depicts a jolly scene between servicemen of the Royal Air Force, British Army and Royal Navy. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 Christmas Card, Put Out That Light!
A comical WW2 Christmas greetings card, the illustration depicts a scene in which an Air Raid Precautions warden demands that Sanda Claus puts out his light. Date: circa 1940s

WW2, London Civil Defence Christmas Card
A WW2 Christmas greetings card issued by the London Civil Defence. The image depicts Winston Churchill doffing his hat, saluting the London Civil Defence services. Date: 1941

Dragons - Tournai font at All Saints Church, East Meon
A close-up detailed view of the dark limestone Tournai font at All Saints Church, East Meon, Hampshire. Likely a gift from Bishop Henry de Blois

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The Tapestry of Bayeux is a remarkable work of art that tells the story of the Norman conquest of England. Spanning over 70 meters in length, this intricate tapestry depicts scenes from the historic battle and its aftermath. Another powerful symbol of women's fight for equality is the Suffragette W. S. P. U Holloway Brooch. This small yet significant accessory represents the determination and courage of suffragettes who fought tirelessly for women's right to vote. In a celebration of aviation history, the Hendon Aerial Pageant showcases breathtaking displays by skilled pilots and their aircraft. This vibrant event captures the excitement and innovation surrounding early aviation. Traveling back in time, we come across a fascinating Portolan chart from 1591. This detailed map provides an insight into how sailors navigated through the vast Pacific Ocean centuries ago, relying on their knowledge and skills to explore uncharted territories. T Mackenzie's painting "Scheherazade" transports us into Arabian Nights with its vivid colors and captivating storytelling. The artist skillfully brings to life Scheherazade's tales that kept her husband enthralled night after night. Venturing into nature, we encounter wild cattle roaming freely in their natural habitat. These majestic creatures remind us of the beauty and diversity found within our world's ecosystems. Chloe Preston's artwork "Collared from Cruft s. " captures both elegance and playfulness as it portrays a dog adorned with a prestigious collar at one of Britain’s most renowned dog shows - Crufts. It highlights not only canine beauty but also celebrates our unique bond with animals. Tragically, history reminds us that witch hunts were once prevalent as innocent individuals like this woman were burned at stake for witchcraft accusations. This haunting image serves as a reminder to learn from past injustices and strive for tolerance today. Shakespearean theater comes alive in "The Wrestling Scene in As You Like It.