Detectives Collection

Trial of the Detectives at the Old Bailey
Trial of the Scotland Yard Detectives at the Old Bailey - examination of the convict Kurr. Date: 1877

1900s UK Sherlock Holmes Poster

Sherlock Holmes used in advertistment
7301580 Sherlock Holmes used in advertistment; Private Collection; (add.info.: An advertisement for the coffee substitute Postum featuring Sherlock Holmes and Dr)

The Bond Operator (engraving)
8667408 The Bond Operator (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bond Operator)

Protecting the innocent (engraving)
8667404 Protecting the innocent (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Protecting the innocent)

Discovering the "Spirits," at No 89, Street, NY (engraving)
8667402 Discovering the "Spirits," at No 89, Street, NY (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Discovering the "Spirits," at No 89)

A Rash Courtship (engraving)
8667398 A Rash Courtship (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rash Courtship)

William Pinkerton, 1850
3507339 William Pinkerton, 1850; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of William Pinkerton (1846-1923) son of Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884) a Scottish American detective

POPULAR NOVEL Investigating police officers find the body of a man, apparently strangled
6203420 POPULAR NOVEL Investigating police officers find the body of a man, apparently strangled; (add.info.: A few police investigators find the body of a man, apparently strangled)

President Abraham Lincoln, Allan Pinkerton and John Alexander McClernand at Antietam during the American Civil War
3507305 President Abraham Lincoln, Allan Pinkerton and John Alexander McClernand at Antietam during the American Civil War

McWatters and the Veteran (engraving)
8667414 McWatters and the Veteran (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: McWatters and the Veteran)

The Wax Finger discovered (engraving)
8667406 The Wax Finger discovered (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wax Finger discovered)

Descent upon Blanchard and the Gamblers (engraving)
8667403 Descent upon Blanchard and the Gamblers (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Descent upon Blanchard and the Gamblers)

Recovering the diamond ring (engraving)
8667399 Recovering the diamond ring (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recovering the diamond ring)

The Missouri Lawyer outwitted (engraving)
8667390 The Missouri Lawyer outwitted (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Missouri Lawyer outwitted)

Robert Pinkerton, 1850
3507318 Robert Pinkerton, 1850; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Robert Pinkerton (1848-1907) son of Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884) a Scottish American detective

Catching a flat (engraving)
8667646 Catching a flat (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catching a flat. Illustration for Knots Untied)

The Bogus Lottery Office (engraving)
8667400 The Bogus Lottery Office (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bogus Lottery Office)

Rescue of the will (engraving)
8667394 Rescue of the will (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rescue of the will)

Rescue of Nellie Wilson (engraving)
8667387 Rescue of Nellie Wilson (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rescue of Nellie Wilson)

Allan Pinkerton and George B McClellan, 1850
3507355 Allan Pinkerton and George B McClellan, 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884) a Scottish American detective

The birthplace of Allan Pinkerton, 1850
3507326 The birthplace of Allan Pinkerton, 1850; (add.info.: Photograph of the birthplace of Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884) a Scottish American detective

Restell at Sing Sing (engraving)
8667416 Restell at Sing Sing (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Restell at Sing Sing)

Break-down on Litchfield Hill (engraving)
8667411 Break-down on Litchfield Hill (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Break-down on Litchfield Hill)

Rescue of Hattie Newberry (engraving)
8667407 Rescue of Hattie Newberry (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rescue of Hattie Newberry)

"Ketch him and hould him!", Williams' Arrest (engraving)
8667401 "Ketch him and hould him!", Williams' Arrest (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Ketch him and hould him)

The Old Knickerbocker in the Detective's Office (engraving)
8667397 The Old Knickerbocker in the Detective's Office (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Knickerbocker in the Detective's Office)

The Wolf in Sheep's clothing (engraving)
8667396 The Wolf in Sheep's clothing (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wolf in Sheep's clothing)

The ceremony defeated (engraving)
8667393 The ceremony defeated (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ceremony defeated)

Fearful Dream of Old Mr Brooks (engraving)
8667388 Fearful Dream of Old Mr Brooks (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fearful Dream of Old Mr Brooks)

Dr Hudson's Stratagem with the Highwaymen (engraving)
8667665 Dr Hudson's Stratagem with the Highwaymen (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Hudson's Stratagem with the Highwaymen)

Allan Pinkerton and some of his other agents, 1850
3507244 Allan Pinkerton and some of his other agents, 1850; (add.info.: Photograph of Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884) a Scottish American detective

Allan Pinkerton, 1850
3507340 Allan Pinkerton, 1850; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884) a Scottish American detective, spy and creator of the Pinkerton National Detective Agency

Atlantic Beer Garden, Payne and Collins' Rendezvous (engraving)
8668099 Atlantic Beer Garden, Payne and Collins' Rendezvous (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atlantic Beer Garden)

McWatters' Spectacle Case (engraving)
8667415 McWatters' Spectacle Case (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: McWatters' Spectacle Case)

"Ten dollars a month!" (engraving)
8667409 "Ten dollars a month!" (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Ten dollars a month)

Seizure of Young Worden in Baltimore (engraving)
8667405 Seizure of Young Worden in Baltimore (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seizure of Young Worden in Baltimore)

The "Honest" Counterfeit money speculator (engraving)
8667389 The "Honest" Counterfeit money speculator (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Honest" Counterfeit money speculator)

Portrait of Officer Georges McWatters, late of the Metropolitan Police (engraving)
8667384 Portrait of Officer Georges McWatters, late of the Metropolitan Police (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Officer Georges McWatters)

Allan Pinkerton and George B McClellan, 1850
3507237 Allan Pinkerton and George B McClellan, 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884) a Scottish American detective

Beatrice Lillie in the comedy film Are You There? - appearing as an acrobat in Bagdad Daddies: the lady detective in a wonderful disguise. Date: 1931

A desperate character. A woman detective pupil at the Baker Street school for lady sleuths, run by Mr Kersey, in disguise as a man puts the finishing touches to her character in order to further a

Alec Guinness (1914 - 2000) portraying G. K. Chesterton's sleuth Father Brown in the 1954 film of the same name. In the United States the film was marketed under the title "The

The Trial of the Detectives and Mr Froggatt at the Central Criminal Court
1049834 The Trial of the Detectives and Mr Froggatt at the Central Criminal Court, Scene during the Examination of William Kurr (engraving) by Durand

The Charge against the Detectives, Sketches in Bow Street Police Court (engraving)
1049624 The Charge against the Detectives, Sketches in Bow Street Police Court (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Charge against the Detectives)

Samuel Dashiell HAMMETT
6203506 Samuel Dashiell HAMMETT by American Photographer; (add.info.: Samuel Dashiell HAMMETT (27 May 1894 - 10 January 1961), American writer

Sherlock Holmes uptodate (litho)
7201781 Sherlock Holmes uptodate (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sherlock Holmes uptodate)

PRIVATE EYE the brand of the private investigation agency "Pinkerton National Detective Agency"
6203532 PRIVATE EYE the brand of the private investigation agency " Pinkerton National Detective Agency" by American School

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"Unraveling Mysteries: A Glimpse into the World of Detectives" Step back in time to the captivating era of the 1900s UK, where iconic figures like Sherlock Holmes graced posters, embodying the essence of brilliant deduction. The allure of these detectives transcends time and space, as seen in Alec Guinness' portrayal of G. K. Chesterton's enigmatic sleuth Father Brown in the 1954 film "The Detective, " capturing hearts on both sides of the Atlantic. But detectives aren't limited to fictional realms; they exist in real life too. Beatrice Lillie's comedic performance as an acrobat-turned-detective in "Are You There?" showcases their versatility and unexpected skills. Even women found their place among these relentless pursuers of truth, with one determined detective pupil at Baker Street School for Ladies proving that gender is no barrier when it comes to solving mysteries. Delve deeper into history, and you'll uncover tales shrouded in darkness - from battling Thugs seeking vengeance to apprehending ruthless killers responsible for a bank cashier's demise. These gripping moments remind us that they can not just characters but heroes who bring justice to a world often plagued by crime. Witness dramatic courtroom scenes unfold during "The Trial of the Detectives" at Old Bailey or Bow Street Police Court, where William Kurr faces examination amidst intense scrutiny. Such glimpses offer a rare insight into how these dedicated individuals navigate legal proceedings while upholding their duty. Beyond fiction and historical accounts lies Samuel Dashiell Hammett - a renowned author whose works continue to inspire generations with his gritty noir detective stories that have become timeless classics. And let us not forget about private investigation agencies like Pinkerton National Detective Agency - epitomizing trustworthiness and professionalism through their brand name "Private Eye. " Their unwavering commitment ensures that secrets are unraveled and justice prevails even today.