John George Collection

Sender of the S. O. S. Signal for Help, (April 20), 1912. Creator: Unknown
Sender of the " S. O. S." Signal for Help, (April 20), 1912. John George Phillips (nicknamed Jack, 1887-1912) was the ships senior wireless operator who tried to save the Titanic

Tournament in celebration of the Christening of Sigismund, son of John George, Elector of Brandenburg, at Colln Castle
3101034 Tournament in celebration of the Christening of Sigismund, son of John George, Elector of Brandenburg, at Colln Castle, 1572 (etching) by German School

John George with the plans for Spandau Citadel in 1580 (colour litho)
725442 John George with the plans for Spandau Citadel in 1580 (colour litho) by Rohling, Carl (1849-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: John George with the plans for Spandau Citadel in 1580)

Arrival of King Christian IV of Denmark in Berlin on a visit to the John George, Elector of Brandenburg
3101255 Arrival of King Christian IV of Denmark in Berlin on a visit to the John George, Elector of Brandenburg, 6 October 1595 (etching) by European School

John George, Elector of Brandenburg, 1572 (woodcut)
3101261 John George, Elector of Brandenburg, 1572 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John George, Elector of Brandenburg (1525-1598), 1572

Leonhard Thurneysser, scholar and alchemist at the court of Elector John George of Brandenburg (woodcut)
3101264 Leonhard Thurneysser, scholar and alchemist at the court of Elector John George of Brandenburg (woodcut) by English School

Lambton Castle, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Lambton Castle, 1844. View of the the ancestral seat of the Lambton family, the Earls of Durham, near Chester-le-Street, County Durham

The Durham Monument, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Durham Monument, 1844. The Penshaw Monument in Sunderland, County Durham, was built to commemorate John Lambton, 1st Earl of Durham, Governor-General of British North America

Ceremony of laying the "Foundation Stone"of the Durham Monument
Ceremony of laying the " Foundation Stone" of the Durham Monument, on Penshaw Hill, 1844. The Penshaw Monument in Sunderland, County Durham, was built to commemorate John Lambton

John George Brown, 1860s. Creator: Unknown
John George Brown, 1860s

Meditation, ca. 1900-1910. Creator: John George Brown
Meditation, ca. 1900-1910

To Decide the Question, 1897. Creator: John George Brown
To Decide the Question, 1897

The Music Lesson, 1870. Creator: John George Brown
The Music Lesson, 1870

Elizabeth Smith, 1809. Creator: Robert Mitchell Meadows
Elizabeth Smith, 1809. Portrait of Elizabeth Smith (1776-1806), English translator, linguist, and Biblical scholar

The Earl of Durham, 1834. Creator: Richard James Lane
The Earl of Durham, 1834. Portrait of John George Lambton, 1st Earl of Durham (1792-1840), Governor-General of Canada. Lambton, known as Radical Jack, was a British Whig statesman

The Ocean Grave of the Titanic, and photograph of Jack Phillips, April 20, 1912. Sender of the " S. O. S." Signal for Help : John George Phillips (nicknamed Jack)

Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Creator: John Doyle
Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Satire depicting British politicians as animals. The sheep (or lamb) may be William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, who served as Home Secretary

John George (1525-1598), Elector of Brandenburg and Sabina of Brandenburg-Ansbach (1529-1575), Electress of Brandenburg. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Ways and Means, 1871. Artist: Coide
Ways and Means, 1871. A caricature of John George Dodson (1825-1897), British Liberal politician. Dodson served as MP for East Sussex, Chester and Scarborough

John George Lambton, Earl of Durham, 19th century. Artist: J Cochran
John George Lambton, Earl of Durham, 19th century. Ambassador at the court of Russia from 1835 to 1837

John George, Earl of Durham (1792-1840), 19th century. George was Governor General and high commissioner of British North America

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John George, a name that echoes through history with various accomplishments and connections. From being the sender of the S. O. S signal for help in 1912 to his role as the Elector of Brandenburg, John George's influence spans across different eras. In 1572, a tournament was held at Colln Castle in celebration of the christening of Sigismund, son of John George. This etching captures the grandeur and joyous atmosphere surrounding this momentous occasion. Anna Sofia, princess of Denmark and electress of Saxony, is depicted alongside her sons Johann Georg. Their regal presence showcases their noble lineage and connection to power. John George's involvement in architectural endeavors is evident in a lithograph showcasing him with plans for Spandau Citadel in 1580. His vision for fortifications reflects his strategic mindset and dedication to protecting his territories. The arrival of King Christian IV of Denmark in Berlin on a visit to John George further highlights his diplomatic prowess. This etching symbolizes alliances forged between powerful figures during that era. A woodcut from 1572 portrays John George himself as Elector of Brandenburg. The intricate details capture his authority and stature within society during this time period. Leonhard Thurneysser, a scholar and alchemist at John George's court, is immortalized through another woodcut. This depiction serves as a testament to John George's patronage towards scholars and intellectuals who contributed greatly to knowledge advancement during their time together. Moving forward in history, Lambton Castle stands tall as an unknown creator captures its majestic beauty in 1844. Perhaps it served as inspiration or refuge for future generations connected to the legacy left behind by individuals like John George. The Durham Monument also takes center stage with an unknown creator capturing its ceremonial laying foundation stone ceremony. It stands not only as an architectural marvel but also represents progress made under leaders like John George who prioritized development and growth.