Overend Collection

Richard I, Coeur de Lion landing at Jaffa (Joppa), September 1191, (c1880). Artist: William Heysham Overend
Richard I, Coeur de Lion landing at Jaffa (Joppa), September 1191, (c1880). Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199) was the eldest son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine

1866 / London / City Panic
Black Friday. A scene in Lombard Street during the panic in the city arising from the Overend Gurney crisis

The Overend and Gurney Trial (engraving)
1056974 The Overend and Gurney Trial (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Overend and Gurney Trial)

Advert, J & E Overend, Wire Works, Glasgow, Scotland
Advert for J & E Overend, Charing Cross Wire Works, North Street, Glasgow, Scotland, makers of wire products of every description. 1905

East Northamptonshire PE8 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of East Northamptonshire PE8 6

Captain William Walpole intercepting the Duke of Saldanhas ships, Liberal Wars, 1829 (c1890)
Captain William Walpole intercepting the Duke of Saldanhas ships during the Liberal Wars fought over the Portuguese succession, 1829 (c1890)

Battle of Navarino: HMS Asia engaging the ships of Capitan Bey and Moharram Bey, 1827 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

The Final Attack at the Spingawi Khotal, (1901). Creator: William Heysham Overend
The Final Attack at the Spingawi Khotal, (1901). At the Battle of Peiwar Kotal, November 1878, during the Second Afghan War

Gradually They Drove The Sepoys Back, 1902. Artist: William Heysham Overend
Gradually They Drove The Sepoys Back, 1902. The Siege of Lucknow occurred during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The first siege had lasted 87 days, the second siege a further 61

The cover of The Illustrated London News, 29th May 1875. Artist: WJ Palmer
The cover of The Illustrated London News, 29th May 1875. Preparing to start on a sledge journey. The British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876, led by Sir George Strong Nares

Victory. A prize crew taking possession of a captured enemy ship. After an original painting by WH Overend

The queen leaving Kingstown, royal visit to Ireland, c1849, (1888). Artist: William Heysham Overend
The queen leaving Kingstown, royal visit to Ireland, c1849, (1888). Queen Victoria and her family wave goodbye in what is now known as Dun Laoghaire

The christening of Princess Louise, c1848, (1900). Artist: William Heysham Overend
The christening of Princess Louise, c1848, (1900). The princess, daughter of Queen Victoria, was baptised at Buckingham Palace chapel, London

Prince Albert deerstalking, c1840s, (1900). Artist: William Heysham Overend
Prince Albert deerstalking, c1840s, (1900). Queen Victorias German husband hunting deer in Scotland. Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria by Robert Wilson, (1900)

Presentation to the Queen, c1850s, (1900). Artist: William Heysham Overend
Presentation to the Queen, c1850s, (1900). Prince Albert, who was Chancellor of Cambridge University from 1847 until his death in 1861, presenting an address to his wife, Queen Victoria

Arctic Life, Cutting a Way Out of the Ice from Winter Quarters, 1875. Artist: W Palmer
Arctic Life, Cutting a Way Out of the Ice from Winter Quarters, 1875. An engraving from the Illustrated London News, (29 May 1875). Hand-coloured later

Richard I, Coeur de Lion landing at Sandwich, 14 March 1194, (c1880). Artist: William Heysham Overend
Richard I, Coeur de Lion landing at Sandwich in Kent, 14 March 1194, (c1880). Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199), was the eldest son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine

Committed for Trial, 1869. Artist: John Tenniel
Committed for Trial, 1869. A ruined man consoles his daughter. This refers to the trial of the former members of the firm of Overend, Gurney & Co

William H Overend
WILLIAM HEYSHAM OVEREND Prolific illustrator : much of his work appeared in the Illustrated London News. Date: 1851 - 1898

Welcome. DRAWN BY W. H. OVEREND
Welcome. DRAWN BY W.H. OVEREND

While I grabbed him to help him inboard, Abraham was hoisting the sail. DRAWN BY W.H. OVEREND

It seemed an eternity ere the cold grey of dawn hovered in the east. DRAWN BY W. H
It seemed an eternity ere the cold grey of dawn hovered in the east. DRAWN BY W.H. OVEREND

I took her hand and lifted it to my lips DRAWN BY W. H. OVEREND

The effect of his speech was to cause the whole of them to extend their arms towards us with the forefingers of both hands together. DRAW N BY W.H. OVEREN D

Have they read the message, do you think, Mr. Jones? DRAWN BY W. H. OVEREND

The Samaritan is Still on Board, Drawn by W. H. Overend

A Quick Question, Drawn by W. H. Overend
A Quick Question, Drawn by W.H. Overend

A Conversation on a Ship, Drawn by W. H. Overend

While he Addressed the Boatmen, the Others Stood Doggedly Looking On: Drawn by W.H. Overend

On Board the Light of the World, Drawn by W. H. Overend
On Board the Light of the World, Drawn by W.H. Overend

Searching for Someone at Sea. Drawn by W. H. Overend

He Seized the Brim of his Hat; Drawn by W. H. Overend

As the Clipper Stormed Past, Drawn by W. H. Overend

Helga Took me by the Arm, Drawn by W. H. Overend

Source Size = 4981 x 3754
The Overend and Gurney Trial, 1870

SIR RICHARD GRENVILLE (1542-1591). English naval commander and adventurer. Aboard the Revenge during the Battle of Flores, 1591. Illustration, 1894, by William Heysham Overend

A battery of rolling mills producing steel rail. Illustration by the British artist William Heysman Overend (1851-1898). Engraving from Great Industries of Great Britain (London, c1880). Engraving

Arrival of the Great Western at New York (1838), c1895. Steam ship designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) and built by William Patterson (1795-1869) of Bristol

SIEGE OF KHARTOUM, 1884. General Charles George Gordon and Egyptian troops aboard a gunboat in the Nile during an unsuccessful attempt to break the siege of Khartoum by Sudanese forces of the Mahdi

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"Exploring the Remarkable Artistic World of William Heysham Overend" Step into the captivating world of William Heysham Overend, a talented artist whose works spanned various historical events and landscapes. From Richard I's legendary landing at Jaffa to the City Panic in 1866 London, Overend's art captures moments frozen in time. Intriguingly, his artistic prowess extended beyond historical scenes. The Overend and Gurney Trial engraving showcases his ability to depict dramatic courtroom moments with precision and detail. Meanwhile, an advertisement for J & E Overend Wire Works in Glasgow reveals another facet of his talent – commercial art. Overend's versatility shines through as he delves into naval battles such as Captain William Walpole intercepting the Duke of Saldanhas ships during the Liberal Wars. His depiction of HMS Asia engaging Capitan Bey and Moharram Bey's vessels in the Battle of Navarino transports viewers back to this intense maritime clash. Not limited to history alone, it also ventured into documenting contemporary conflicts like The Final Attack at Spingawi Khotal. With Gradually They Drove The Sepoys Back and The Shell Burst Among Her Bow Guns, he vividly portrays warfare from different perspectives. One cannot overlook his masterpiece depicting The Battle of Yalu—a stunning portrayal capturing both beauty and brutality on canvas. This artwork exemplifies how Overend skillfully captured pivotal moments throughout history. Finally, we come across an enchanting cover illustration by WJ Palmer for The Illustrated London News featuring one of Overend's works—an enticing glimpse into Victorian-era publications that showcased his artistry. William Heysham Overend leaves behind a legacy that immerses us in significant historical events while showcasing his exceptional talent as an artist. Through each stroke on canvas or engraved line on paper, he invites us to explore worlds long gone but forever preserved through his remarkable creations.