Rawson Collection

Lady Leconfield on a motorbike
Lady Leconfield (1892-1956), born Beatrice Rawson. The motorbike was a present for her adopted son. Date: 1940

Biggest experimental airship built at the time, designed by Dr. Barton and F. L. Rawson flying over Alexandra Palace, London. Date: 22nd July 1905

Harry Rawson
Admiral Sir Harry Holdsworth Rawson (1843 - 1910), senior officer in the Royal Navy. Date: 1900

CATALEPSY, ARGENTINA
CATALEPTIC TRANCE ? At Rawson Hospital, Cordoba, Argentina, a 19-year old girl, supposed dead, recovers consciousness in the mortuary Date: 1940

Electrical Supplies 1889
A page from The Ironmonger Diary and text Book, Woodhouse & Rawson United, Limited, electrical supplies. Date: 1889

The Salutation, book cover, 15th century, (1881). Creator: W. Rawson
The Salutation, book cover, 15th century, (1881). Etching of a gilt metal panel made in Germany, depicting a biblical scene, decorating the wooden cover of a book

Lieutenant Wyatt Rawson, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

The Barton-Rawson Airship leaving Alexandra Palace, London, England in 1905 on its first and unsuccessful flight. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Harry Rawson
Admiral Sir Harry Holdsworth Rawson (1843 1910), chiefly remembered for overseeing the British Benin Expedition of 1897 that burned and looted the city of the Kingdom of Benin, now in Nigeria

Rear-Admiral H. H. Rawson (1843-1910)
Photograph of Rear-Admiral H.H. Rawson of the Royal Navy, 1897. In August 1896 Rear-Admiral Rawson was in charge of the British warships that took part in the shortest war in history - 40 minutes of

Plan of the Wincobank Estate, the property of J. E. Barker, esquire, as allotted for sale, 1856
Surveyor: T. D. Jeffcock, Sheffield.Lithographer: W. Monkhouse, York.From Freehold lands and coal field at Wincobank, Sheffield, 7 October 1856 (Local Studies Library: Sale Plans)

CIVIL WAR: UNION ARMY, 1865. Parade of Union troops in Washington, D. C. May 1865
CIVIL WAR: UNION ARMY, 1865. Parade of Union troops in Washington, D.C. May 1865. Engraving after A.L. Rawson by Augustus Robin, 1865

The Advance on Benin: Map Showing the Route of the Expedition, 1897: the Main Portion
THE ADVANCE ON BENIN: MAP SHOWING THE ROUTE OF THE EXPEDITION, 1897: The main portion of the punitive expedition against the King of Benin under Admiral Rawson went up the river Benin to Warigi

HARRY RAWSON (1843-1910). English admiral. Rawson (second from left) and his officers on board a ship in Cagliari, Italy. Photograph, 1902

JERUSALEM: GRAIN MARKET. The grain market at Jerusalem. Wood engraving, American, 1876, after a drawing by Albert Leighton Rawson (1829-1902)

Sledge Hauling, British Arctic Expedition, 1875-1876
Engraving showing a sledging party hauling their load up a steep incline to reach a depot at Cape Rawson, British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876

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"Rawson: A Legacy of Innovation, Adventure, and Artistry" Step into the world of Rawson, a name that resonates with innovation, adventure, and artistry. From Lady Leconfield fearlessly riding a motorbike to the awe-inspiring Barton-Rawson Airship soaring over Alexandra Palace in 1905, it has left an indelible mark on history. Dr. Barton and F. L. Rawson's creation was no ordinary airship; it was the largest experimental marvel of its time. As it gracefully floated above London's skyline on that fateful day in July 1905, hearts raced with anticipation for what lay ahead. But Rawsons were not limited to aviation triumphs alone. Harry Rawson stands as a testament to their diverse accomplishments. Whether commanding naval forces or navigating uncharted territories like Catalepsy in Argentina, his spirit embodied the family's relentless pursuit of greatness. Yet beyond these daring exploits lie other facets of the Rawson legacy - one steeped in creativity and intellect. Electrical Supplies 1889 showcased their expertise in harnessing electricity's power while The Salutation book cover revealed their artistic finesse dating back to the 15th century. The lineage continued with Lieutenant Wyatt Rawson making his own mark around c1882, embodying bravery and resilience just like those who came before him. And let us not forget Lady Warrender gracing Madame Yevonde Goddesses' portrait as Ceres - a symbol of beauty intertwined with mythology. Rear-Admiral H. H. Rawson (1843-1910) exemplified leadership within both family and military realms alike – leaving behind an enduring legacy etched into history books forevermore. Even through setbacks such as the ill-fated flight from Alexandra Palace depicted in The Pageant of the Century published in 1934 – where dreams took flight but ultimately fell short –the spirit of exploration and innovation remained undeterred.