Run Collection

R. Bannister Runs Mile
Roger Bannister of Great Britain, with a time of 3 mins 59.4 seconds, becomes the first person to run a mile in under 4 minutes, at the Iffley Road Sports Ground, England

JACKIE ROBINSON (1919-1972). John Roosevelt Robinson, known as Jackie. American baseball player. As a member of the Brooklyn Dodgers

The Favourite Wins by H. M. Bateman
Humorous illustration by H.M. Bateman showing a reversal of roles. A group of jockeys in different coloured silks sprint for the finishing post while excitable horses in the stands cheer on the winner

WALL STREET: BEARS & BULLS. Bulls and Bears in the Market. An allegorical painting by William H. Beard, 1879

Bugatti Veyron Pur Sang (limited edition of just 5 cars) 2009 silver black Goodwood FOS 2009

At the Start of the Cresta Run, St. Moritz, 1912
Photograph showing a member of the St. Moritz Tobogganing Club leaping onto his machine at the top of the Cresta Run, 1912. This famous course was first laid out in 1884

Snow Leopard - Running through snow with rocks behind. 4MR335
TOM-798 Snow Leopard - Running through snow with rocks behind Panthera uncia Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Norton. Isle of Man TT
500cc Norton racing at the Isle of Man TT, an annual motorcycle event run on the Isle of Man in May/June of most years since 1907. It regarded as one of the most dangerous racing events in the world

Skinny-Dippers
A British policewoman chasing after a group of naked street boys by the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London. (Photo by Reg Speller/Getty Images)

Illustrations of a Sealyham terrier puppy by Cecil Aldin
Illustrations of a Sealyham terrier called Bunch, by Cecil Aldin. Seen here running away from his owners (left) and winding his lead round his masters legs (right). Date: 1932

Cave of Plato, Jan Saenredam, Cornelis Cornelisz. van Haarlem, 1604

Siberian Tiger / Amur Tiger - in winter snow. C3A2288
TOM-1598 Siberian Tiger / Amur Tiger - in winter snow Panthera tigris Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

White horses of Camargue running through the water, Camargue, France

Trevithicks Railway
Richard Trevithicks London Railway and Locomotive at Euston Square, run as an entertainment before the potential of his new high pressure steam engine became fully realised

Blackheath versus London Scottish Rugby match
A rugby match between Blackheath and London Scottish rugby clubs. The picture shows Harry Coverdale of Blackheath being collared at the end of a great run

The ship Kapunda, 1887
The British emigrant Ship, Kapunda, which was run down and sunk off the Coast of Brazil with the loss of 298 lives in 1887

SS Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse, 1900
Photograph of the North German Lloyd Liner Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse at sea, 1900. This liner was built by the Vulcan Shipyards at Stettin with the aim of winning the Blue Riband

Pheidippides Runs
BATTLE OF MARATHON Athenian courier Pheidippides sent to Sparta to request help when the Persians landed at Marathon in 490 BC, died after completing his run

Siberian Tiger / Amur Tiger - in winter snow C3A2292
TOM-1599 Siberian Tiger / Amur Tiger - in winter snow Panthera tigris Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Roger Bannister breaking the tape to become the first man to run a mile in four minutes (b / w photo)
5999311 Roger Bannister breaking the tape to become the first man to run a mile in four minutes (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Waifs and Strays Society Pyrford St Nicholas
Children, some using crutches, at St Nicholas Hospital, Pyrford, run by the Waifs and Strays Society. Date: circa 1909

Cheery Families - Master Butt the Brewers Son. 1890s

Locomotive Pacific, Southern Miniature Railway, Woking, En
Locomotive Pacific, Southern Miniature Railway, Woking, Surrey, England. Run for the Benefit of the Southern Railway Servants Orphanage. Date: 1920s

Non-Stop Scotsman
11th May 1928: The 150 ton LNER Pacific class locomotive Flying Scotsman, pulling the train of the same name, leaving Kings Cross Station in London on its first non-stop run to Edinburgh

A sack race in Swanley, Kent. 1939

Farm for sale at Solva, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
A rather run-down farm for sale at Solva, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales. The windows are in a poor state, and one of them is boarded up

The Cresta Run, St. Moritz, 1912
Photograph showing the Cresta Run, with its Crows Nest and grandstand (top) on a St. Moritz race day in 1912. This famous course is the home venue for the St

Jesus at Cana Marriage
Invited to a wedding at Cana, when they run out of wine Jesus cleverly turns water into wine which is even better than what they have been drinking up to now

The Flying Scotsman
1929: The locomotive engine the Flying Scotsman leaving Kings Cross Station, London, for its 392-mile run to Scotland. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bugatti Veyron Pur Sang (limited edition of just 5 cars) 2009 silver black Goodwood FOS 2009

DOG - Dalmatian running through buttercup field
JD-23439 DOG - Dalmatian running through buttercup field John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Sailors Knots
A variety of knots used by sailors for a variety of purposes. Some run, some slip, others stay put... Date: 1926

Grassmoor colliery and training centre, Mining
Grassmoor, North Derbyshire Area Training Centre for miners was opened in 1957. A group of trainees in shorts run across a field, the colliery sits on the hillside above

Neptune Steamship
Since this paddle steamer is depicted on the Elbe, it is doubtless employed on the England to Hamburg run. The other ship is the Caledonia

Duncan Dunbar Sail Ship
One of several clippers employed on the Australia run by noted ship owner Duncan Dunbar, who is credited with inventing the clipper concept

The Scarecrow - WIlliam Kiddier
Oil on Canvas 63.5 x 76.2

Tam O Shanter (after the poem by Robert Burns) - Eugene Delacroix
Oil on Canvas 26.2 x 30.8

Two cheetahs sprint after their quarry

The Flying Scotsman
The last run of the famous and popular steam locomotive The Flying Scotsman here leaving Kings Cross railway station, London, England, on its way back to Scotland

Consolidated B-24 Liberator final assembly line at Ford Motor Companys Willow Run plant Of the total 18, 482 built, this one plant produced a half

Childrens Exercise Drill at Cleevedon Toddlers Home, South
Staff take young children through an exercise drill at the Cleevedon Toddlers Home, South Norwood, run by the Reformatory and Rescue Union (later known as the Childrens Aid Society)

Lacrosse
A run up the field. From a postcard published by CW Faulkner Date: 1903

An Autumnal, mushroom fantasy
Mushrooms personified, in this unusual illustration featuring three naked women and a child with mushroom caps upon their heads

Rugby at Rugby School
AT RUGBY SCHOOL A crowd of schoolboys run after the ball at Rugby

Public Schools Championships at White City
The junior 100 yards final, showing P. Deane (no. 1) of Ardingly winning the race from H. G. Mackenzie (no. 9), of West Bridgford, in 10.6 seconds. Mackenzie later won the 250 yards in 28.5 seconds

Battle of Bull Run / Jahn
The first of two battles of Bull Run was the first major clash of the Civil War. Both were major victories for the Confederate forces

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Tatters chasing the car
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- Tatters, a wire-haired fox terrier, not wishing to be left behind, chasing his masters car on hearing the horn sounding. Date: 1927

Dog - Australian Sheepdog / Shepherd Dog - with ball in mouth
LA-9689 Australian Sheepdog / Shepherd Dog - with ball in mouth Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Run: A Journey through Time, Speed, and Freedom" In the world of sports, we witness extraordinary feats that push the boundaries of human capabilities. One such iconic moment was captured in 1954 when Roger Bannister shattered records by becoming the first man to run a mile in under four minutes. His determination and relentless pursuit of excellence inspired generations to chase their dreams. Another trailblazer who left an indelible mark on history was Jackie Robinson. This courageous American baseball player broke barriers as he sprinted towards racial equality. In a game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Robinson's lightning-fast steal home left fans awestruck at his sheer speed and agility. While some races are fought on fields and tracks, others take place amidst towering skyscrapers on Wall Street. Bulls and bears engage in an eternal struggle for dominance in the market, beautifully depicted in William H. Beard's allegorical painting from 1879. The race for financial success is one that tests both endurance and strategy. But not all they are measured by timers or stock tickers; some are fueled by pure adrenaline and passion for automobiles. The Bugatti Veyron Pur Sang epitomizes luxury with its limited edition status - only five lucky individuals can experience its breathtaking speed firsthand. Nature too has its own runners - majestic creatures like the snow leopard gracefully navigate treacherous terrain as they bound through snow-covered landscapes with rocks trailing behind them. Their elegance reminds us of nature's untamed beauty. Speaking of nature's wonders, imagine galloping alongside white horses running freely through crystal-clear waters in Camargue, France. These magnificent creatures symbolize freedom itself as they embrace their wild spirit without any inhibitions. Sometimes running takes us back centuries ago to ancient Greece where Pheidippides embarked on a legendary journey from Marathon to Athens to deliver news of victory during war times – forever immortalizing his name as a symbol of perseverance. In the realm of art, running takes on various forms.