Matthew Collection

The guardian angel, 1897. Private Collection

WILLIAM TECUMSEH SHERMAN (1820-1891). American army commander. Photographed by Mathew Brady, c1864

The Four Evangelists, from a facsimile copy of the Book of Kells, pub
STC386340 The Four Evangelists, from a facsimile copy of the Book of Kells, pub. by Day & Son (colour litho) by Irish School

The Lords Prayer
From the Gospel of Matthew, chapter vi, verses 3 - 13

Matthew Pariss Map of Great Britain showing rivers & towns in the south of England & part of Wales, c. 1250 (1944)
Many place-names are still recognisable today. The word Auster, written over the English Channel at the bottom, refers to wind bringing heavy cloud cover and fog

Group photo, Millwall Athletic football team
Millwall Athletic football team for the 1895-1896 season, including Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary and Trainer, as well as the players themselves. circa 1895

PORTRAIT OF SAINT MATTHEW. Book of Lindisfarne Gospels. Written and illuminated about 700 A.D. probably in the monastry on Lindisfarne or Holy Island off the Northumberland coast

The Guardian Angel (after Pietro da Cortona). Artist: Ferri, Ciro (1634-1689)
The Guardian Angel (after Pietro da Cortona). Private Collection

Toulouse geese with dewlap, cock and hen. Oie de Toulouse a bavette, Anser anser domesticus. Bred by James Watts, winners of five first prizes

CIVIL WAR: IRISH BRIGADE. Father William Corby (seated right) and other chaplins of the 69th New York Infantry (Irish Brigade) at Harrisons Landing, Virginia, July 1862. Photographed by Mathew Brady

Parable of the Sower : The Christians responsibility for production. (Matthew Chapter 13, Mark Chapter 4 and Luke Chapter 8)

Boulton and Watt steam engine with planetary gear, 1795 Date: 1795

General view of the engine Date: 1795

Matthew Hopkins
Self-appointed Witchfinder- General in East Anglia, responsible for many false accusations of witchcraft

SAINT MATTHEW. Illumination from an Austrian Gospel, mid-13th century

MATTHEW: VI, 28-30.....consider the lilies of the field....... Text decorated with white lilies

Petrie at Daphne
The Pharoahs Palace at Daphne being excavated by renowned archaeologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie (1853 - 1942) who devoted his life to studying Egyptian culture

Captain Webb 1875
Captain Matthew WEBB is sustained with hot coffee during his first-ever Channel swim

Matthew Hopkins
Self-appointed Witchfinder- General in East Anglia, responsible for many false accusations of witchcraft

Webb / Channel / Medals Cdv
MATTHEW WEBB Swimmer of the Channel in 1875, seen here wearing two medals

The Transfiguration of Christ, 1516-1520, by Raphael (1483-1
Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino) (1483-1520). Italian painter. The Transfiguration of Christ, 1516-1520. Pinacoteca Vaticana. Vatican City

Hydromys chrysogaster, water rat
Plate 1 from a collection of 49 original watercolour drawings of animals by Ferdinand Lucas Bauer (1760-1826), from the H.M.S. Investigator expedition to Australia, 1801-1803

SAINT MATTHEW. Writing his gospel at the dictation of an angel. Manuscript illumination, c816-835, from from the Ebbo Gospels, produced at the Benedictine abbey of Hautvillers, near Rheims, France

James Watt, Scottish engineer and inventor, 1833. Watt (1736-1819) was born at Greenock on the Clyde, Scotland, and showed an interest in engineering and invention from an early age

Frontispiece to The Holy Bible, pub. by Robert Barker
XJF105496 Frontispiece to The Holy Bible, pub. by Robert Barker, 1611 (engraving) (b&w photo) by Boel, Cornelis (c.1576-1621); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

The Parable of the Seed - Matthew 15. circa 1688

Psephotus dissimilis, hooded parrot
Plate 14 from Ferdinand Lucas Bauers zoological watercolours and drawings observed during Captain Matthew Flinders circumnavigational survey of Australia (Investigator 1801-1803)

MATTHEW HOPKINS (d. 1647). English witch-finder. Hopkins with two witches and their familiar spirits. Line engraving, 1792, reproducing an engraving of 1647

Trier, Germany - St Matthias Abbey
Germany - Trier. The oldest City in Germany - St Matthias Abbey Date: 1909

Poster advertising Matthew Gloag & Son of Perth, Scotland -- famed for ports -- with a scene of port being loaded on the River Douro in Portugal

Capt Webb / Niagara / Scrap
Captain Matthew WEBB survives Niagara Falls

The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes, Matthew XV, 36 (engraving)
5218753 The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes, Matthew XV, 36 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes, Matthew XV, 36)

Douglas DC-3S N1R (msn 4129) of the BROOKLYN DODGERS (Brooklyn National League Baseball Club), marked with Dodgers World Champions just behind the entry door

Saint Matthew, dated 1518. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
Saint Matthew, dated 1518

The Tribute Money, 1560s. Artist: Titian (1488-1576)
The Tribute Money, 1560s. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Matthew Henry - English Bible commentator and writer
Matthew Henry (1662-1714) - English Bible commentator, minister of a Presbyterian congregation at Chester and writer. Also known as a nonconformist divine and theologian. Date: circa 1700s

GEORGE ARMSTRONG CUSTER (1839-1876). American army officer. Custer (seated wearing the uniform of a major general) with his wife, Elizabeth, and brother, Tom: photographed by Mathew Brady in 1865

MAP OF ENGLAND, c1250. One of the earliest detailed maps of Great Britain extant, drawn about 1250 A.D. by Matthew Paris, artist, historian and monk of St. Albans

Saint Matthew the Evangelist. Artist: El Greco, Dominico (1541-1614)
Saint Matthew the Evangelist. Found in the collection of Museo del Greco, Toledo

SIOUX CHIEFS. (Left to right) Red Fox; Bearskin; Red Dog; Rocky Bear; Living Bear: wood engraving after a photograph by Mathew Brady

CONGRESSIONAL PUGILISTS. American cartoon, 1798, engraving on the fight in Congress between Roger Griswold (wielding cane) and Matthew Lyon, the most notable victim of the Sedition Act of 1798

Matthew Alexander Henson, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, wearing fur hat and fur coat. Date c1910

Commodore Matthew C. Perry, three-quarter length portrait, standing, facing slightly left with left hand resting on sword. Date between 1854 and 1858

St Matthew / Evang / Celtic
SAINT MATTHEW THE EVANGELIST A carpet page that would have introduced St Matthews gospel in a Celtic Bible

Matthew Boulton / Sharp
Matthew Boulton Engineer

Matthew Arnold
MATTHEW ARNOLD Writer and critic

Formula BMW World Final
Matt Hamilton (GBR), crosses the finishing line. Formula BMW World Final, Valencia, Spain, 24-26 November 2006. DIGITAL IMAGE

Jesus on the cross, from The Bible Picture Book published by Thomas Nelson, c
3482273 Jesus on the cross, from The Bible Picture Book published by Thomas Nelson, c.1950 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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Matthew, the guardian angel of history, has left his mark throughout the ages. In 1897, a stunning illustration in the Book of Kells depicted St. Matthew with intricate detail and devotion. Inspired by faith, he transcribed The Lord's Prayer for all to seek solace in its words. The portrait of Saint Matthew found within the ancient Lindisfarne Gospels showcases his divine presence illuminated around 700 AD. As if transcending time itself, this depiction captures his essence as a guiding force for humanity. In an unexpected twist, Matthew's influence extends beyond religious realms into sports and geography. A group photo immortalizes him as part of the Millwall Athletic football team - showcasing his versatility and love for competition. Matthew Paris' map from 1250 reveals another facet of his character - a cartographer mapping rivers and towns across England and Wales with meticulous precision. His attention to detail is evident even centuries later. But it doesn't stop there; Matthew's impact reaches far beyond borders or fields. Ciro Ferri's artwork "The Guardian Angel" pays homage to Pietro da Cortona while capturing Matthew's watchful eye over mankind. Even technological advancements bear witness to Matthew’s handiwork – Boulton and Watt steam engines equipped with planetary gears revolutionized industry under his guidance. Nature too finds itself blessed by Matthew’s touch; Toulouse geese adorned with dewlaps reflect both beauty and fertility that he bestowed upon them. Yet amidst these diverse influences lies an unwavering commitment to service during times of strife. Father William Corby alongside other chaplains were captured by Mathew Brady during the Civil War – their dedication inspiring countless soldiers on their darkest days. Finally, an Austrian Gospel from the mid-13th century illuminates Saint Matthew once more – reminding us that through artistry and spirituality combined, he continues shaping our collective narrative today. Matthew remains a timeless figure whose legacy spans across centuries, continents, and disciplines.