Pall Collection

The Zulu war. Scene of the Battle of Isandula (Isandhlwana)
After the Battle of Isadhlwana. A description by Lieutenant Crealock reads, Day waned and the night hung over the hill, when we reached the last ridge, beyond which lay what had been our camp

The Pall Mall Gazette - Armistice Signed - Official
Newspaper - The Pall Mall Gazette - Monday November 11 1918 with headline Armistice Signed - Official. Commemorative Art

Smoke of the Potteries
The pall of smoke from the factories of the Potteries - the six towns of Staffordshire where the ceramic industry is located. Date: early 20th century

Policeman and Call Box
A police officer on the beat south of Pall Mall, central London, reports back to the station using a police call box

Map of the Pall Mall area of London
Map of the Charing Cross, Pall Mall and Pimlico area of central London showing, the famous thoroughfare of Pall Mall with its numerous club houses

The Reform Club, 1969
The smoking room of the Reform Club on Pall Mall, London in 1969. The Reform Club was founded in 1836, in Pall Mall, in the centre of what is often called Londons Clubland

St James Park / Mall / C1710
Pall Mall and the Royal Palace of St James s, next to the park Date: Circa 1710

Swimming Baths, Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London
View of the Swimming Baths of the Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London. The club was founded in 1897. Date: circa 1920s

Pallas mastiff bat, Vespertilio molossus. Vespertilio molossus Pall. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Jacques de Seve from Johann Christian

Brookes and Whites Clubs, London 1796
Wealthy gentlemen patronise the exclusive Brookes (Whig) and White s(Tory) Clubs, at Pall Mall, London. Brookes is shown on the right

Carlton Club 1855
The Carlton Club, Pall Mall

Shopping for Fabric 1809
A throng of mostly feminine customers scrutinize the stock at Messrs. Harding, Howell & Co. at 89 Pall Mall. Fabrics cascade from displays in the drapery department

Pallas tube-nosed fruit bat, Nyctimene cephalotes. Vespertilio cephalotes Pall. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Nussbiegel after an illustration by Johann Bernhard Gottfried Hopfer

Men playing the royal game of croquet or pall mall, 1717
Men playing the royal game of croquet or pall mall, le jeu royal de la passe, designed for Louis XV in 1717. Lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse)

Marquess Of Buckingham's Pall Mall House Staircase
An architectural drawing of a unique staircase with a pair of grand pillars to each side, with scrollwork decoration at the top of each, a feature inside Buckingham House in Pall Mall

Hatch Mansfield and Co Advertisement
An advertisement for Hatch Mansfield & Co. Limited, London based winemakers, promoting old master port wine, ideal for hunting flasks, clubs and messes

Portrait of Edwin Evans
A portrait painting of English music critic, Edwin Evans, who is leaning his elbow on the table, casually smoking a pipe. He wrote books which championed the music of Claude Debussy in particular

Hampton and Sons Advertisement
An advertisement for Hampton & Sons Ltd, which promotes the sale of carpets and furnishing fabrics. The images show three examples of carpets

Studies in a London Poor Quarter Date: 1904

Mudlarks on the Thames Shore, London Date: 1904

A London Policeman Date: 1904

St Peter and St Paul's Church, Lavenham, Suffolk Date: 1895

St Mary's Church, Stoke-by-Wayland, Suffolk Date: 1895

St Mary the Virgin Church, Stoke-by-Wayland, Suffolk Date: 1895

Nelson Bay, Sydney, Australia Date: 1895

Daimler Motor Company, Pall Mall, London
Offices and showrooms of the Daimler Motor Company, Pall Mall, London Date: 1911

The First Gaslight in Pall Mall, London Date: 1907

Exterior of the Reform Club, Pall Mall, London. Date: 1872

The War Office, Pall Mall, London Date: circa 1900

The United Service Club, Pall Mall, London Date: circa 1900

The Athenaeum Club, Pall Mall, London Date: circa 1900

Army and Navy Club, Pall Mall, London Date: circa 1900

Final Examples of Art-Workmanship from the Manchester Exhibition (engraving)
2785834 Final Examples of Art-Workmanship from the Manchester Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Interior of the old Royal Academy in Pall Mall, representing the exhibition of 1771. Date: 1771

Pall Mall, London, horses and carriages
Vintage 19th century photograph: Pall Mall, London

Photograph of Pall Hotel, Yeovil, Somerset. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Silver vase surmounted by a winged figure representing the Flight of Genius presented to George Smith, proprietor of the Pall Mall Gazette by members of the medical profession in London

War leaders as pall bearers of the Unknown Warrior
At the Cenotaph, 11th November 1920. The twelve war leaders as pall bearers for the coffin of the Unknown Warrior: left to right Sir Hedworth Meux, Earl Beatty, Sir Henry Jackson

Army & Navy Club
A view of the front of the Army and Navy Club in Pall Mall, London in 1851. It was founded by Lieutenant-General Sir Edward Barnes (1776-1838) in 1837. Date: 1875

Shakespeare Gallery
A view of The Boydell Shakespeare Gallery in Pall Mall, London, was the first stage of a three-part project initiated in November 1786 by engraver

War Office
A view of the War Office, Pall Mall, London, 1850. Date: 1875

Carlton House
View of the Grand Staircase, Carlton House in 1820. Carlton House was a mansion in London, best known as the town residence of the Prince Regent for several decades from 1783

Pall Mall or Palle Melle
Pall Mall mallets and ball. A 16th and 17th century lawn game. A precursor to croquet. Date: 1875

Early Water Supply of London (engraving)
5213402 Early Water Supply of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Early Water Supply of London)

William Thomas Stead, author and journalist
William Thomas Stead (1849-1912), author and journalist, Editor of The Pall Mall Gazette. circa 1900s

The game of Pall Mall

Mallet and ball used in game of Pall Mall
Mallet and ball used in the game of Pall Mall

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"Pall: A Tapestry of History, War, and Legacy" Step into the realms of history as we unravel the captivating tales behind the word "pall. " From the blood-soaked battlegrounds of The Zulu war to the signing of an armistice reported by The Pall Mall Gazette, this word carries a weighty significance. Imagine standing amidst the remnants of Isandula (Isandhlwana), witnessing firsthand the scene where bravery clashed with adversity. Feel your heart stir as you read about Sir Francis Drake's burial at sea near Portobelo, Panama—a solemn farewell that echoes through time. But "pall" is not limited to wars and battles alone; it encompasses everyday life too. Picture a diligent policeman stationed beside a call box in London's bustling streets—his presence ensuring safety and order. Inhale deeply as you catch a glimpse of smoke billowing from Potteries, reminding us of industrial prowess and craftsmanship. Travel back in time with us to C1710 when St James Park/Mall flourished—a vibrant hub for social gatherings and leisurely strolls. And just around the corner lies Royal Automobile Club's Swimming Baths on Pall Mall—an oasis where elegance meets relaxation. Delve further into nature's wonders—the Pallas mastiff bat, Vespertilio molossus—majestic creatures that roam our skies silently yet command respect. Marvel at Thomas Pickett's London Trade Card showcasing his skill as a Brasier—an artisan whose craft adds warmth to homes across generations. In moments both joyous and somber, "pall" has played its part in commemorating lives lost or celebrated. Witnessing Edith Cavell's funeral procession evokes profound emotions—a testament to her selflessness etched forever in history. Lastly, let us not forget Brookes and Whites Clubs—established in 1796—which have stood tall throughout centuries as pillars of camaraderie and exclusivity.