Tom Collection

Theatre, A Cuckoo in the Nest 1925, Nerman
A scene from A Cuckoo in the Nest, a popular farce playing in London in 1925. Here, the impeccable husband is discovered by his wife and in-laws in a ladys bedroom (equally impeccable)

The second fight between Harry Paulson and Tom Paddock, 1851 (late 19th or early 20th century). Artist: Pugnis
The second fight between Harry Paulson and Tom Paddock, 1851 (late 19th or early 20th century). An illustration from Famous Fights

Old & Young Tom Morris
A golf match involving Willie Park, Old Tom Morris, and Young Tom Morris at Leith Links, Scotland

THE CLANCY BROTHERS, 1962. Irish folk group The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem. Photograph by James J. Kriegsmann, 1962

Lady Godiva rides her horse naked through the streets of Coventry while Peeping Tom looks on Date: 1860

The England Test cricket XI at Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 1899. Artist: WA Rouch
The England Test cricket XI at Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 1899. Englands team in WG Graces final Test, against Australia at Trent Bridge

Sri Lanka - Geta Beraya and Udekkiya players
Traditional Sri Lankna drums and drummers. The standing player is holding a hill country drum called the Geta Beraya (a drum with a knot)

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, handler at Peterborough Show
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Tom Newman, the Duke of Beauforts huntsman, taking part as a handler at the Peterborough Foxhound Show

Suffragette Vote For Shes. An aggressive looking cat holds a sign reading, Vote For Shes, in its paw. Captioned, the suffragette Down with the Tom Cats. Date: circa 1907

Poster for Blackpool Ice Drome
A poster advertising the Ice Drome ice rink at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Posters for the Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead, 1898 (litho)
XJF448219 Posters for the Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead, 1898 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Originally a music hall)

Horse / Shire Honest Tom
SHIRE HORSE Honest Tom bred by Mr Welcher of Watton, Norfolk

Orangutans 4Mp278
TOM-1610 Orangutans Asia Pongo pygmaeus Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Tom Thumb + Butterfly
He rides on the back of a butterfly

The Battle Between Cribb and Molineaux, September 28, 1811, October 3, 1811. Cribbs second was John Gully and his bottle-holder Joe Ward

Wonders of the cinema organ by G. H. Davis
Noises played for films: wonders of the cinema organ. Thunder, shots and tom-toms controlled by an organist: a film-theatre organ that creates sound effects. Date: 1929

London Gin Palace 1820
Tom and Jerry at a London Gin Shop, drinking Blue Ruin with a variety of fellow-customers

Flashman and Tom

Tom Sayers, champion of England, and his battles

Oxford / Christ Church
Oxford: Christ Church College Tom Quadrangle

Sayers V Heenan 1860
English champion Tom Sayers fights the American challenger for the belt. Unresolved, the fight is stopped by the police

MARK TWAIN American writer, creator of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn

Uncle Toms cabin - as it will have to be played if Johnson wins. Illustration shows in a theatrical production of Uncle Toms Cabin, heavyweight champion boxer Jack Johnson standing over Simon Legree

The Great Fight for the Championship

Johnson V Perrins 1789
Tom Johnson and Isaac Perrins square up to each other at Banbury

Thomas Paine (Romney)
THOMAS PAINE Radical political writer and freethinker

JD 9477
JD-9477 Siamese cats - mating John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: 020 8318 1401

Frankel With Jockey Tom Queally. Horse Ebor Festival, York Racecourse York Racecourse, York, England 22 August 2012 EBOR FESTIVAL, YORK RACECOURSE, ENGLAND, AUGUST 2012 Date: 22 August 2012

Transfield circus family
Members of the Transfield family, who ran a popular travelling circus in the late 19th century. Pictured in their costumes are Ann Polly, Teddy Beppo, Tom, Florrie and Rose. Date: 1953

Metropolitan Police officer, PC Tom Smith
Studio photograph of the Metropolitan Police officer, PC Tom Smith, wearing the new eight button tunic which replaced the old Peelers tailcoat in 1864. The top hat remains as before. Date: 1864

Dick Turpin shoots fellow highwayman, Tom King Date: 1839

One Mans Meat- by George Studdy
Bonzo, the comic canine creation of George Studdy, looks away in horror (or boredom) as his owner peers a little more closely with the help of a pair of binoculars at a bevy of bathing beauties at

Survivors of the Battle of Balaklava, 1875
Series of engraved portraits showing the surviving British participants of the Charge of the Light Brigade of the Battle of Balaclave, Crimean War, pictured in 1875

Mature Bighorn Sheep - Ram Northern Rockies, Late Fall. MS350
TOM-1585 Mature Bighorn Sheep - Ram Jasper National Park, Northern Rockies, Canada, Fall Ovis canadensis Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Record Sleeve, Pinky and Perky
78rpm Record Sleeve, Pinky and Perky, the sensational TV singing stars. 1958

Old farmer with dog in orchard
Farmer, Tom Herring with his old sheepdog in the orchard of his farm Walterstone, Herefordshire Date: circa 1975

Old and Young Tom Morris, c1870. Scottish golfer Old Tom Morris (1821-1908) was one of the outstanding figures of early competitive golf

The Proverbs, 1939. Artist: Tom Chadwick
The Proverbs, 1939. From The Studio Volume 119. [The Studio Ltd, London & New York, 1940]

Stonewall Jackson (1824-1863). American military. Portrait (1864) by J.W. King. National Portrait Gallery. Washington D.C. United States

Allan Robertson and Tom Morris playing golf. 1889

Austin Reed. Tom Purvis. Advertisement for mens overcoats. Date: 1937

Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - Ewe & Ram. Canadian Rockies. Winter. MS454
TOM-1587 Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - Ewe & Ram jasper natioanl park, Canadian Rockies. Winter. Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black and white cat in backstreet, Bradford, Yorkshire
A black and white cat sits on the flagstones in a back street in Bradford, Yorkshire, England. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1988

Skating, 1820, c1910. Creator: Tom Browne
Skating, 1820, c1910. One of a set of advertisements showing Johnnie Walkers Striding Man in various sporting scenarios

Label design, Tom Smiths Christmas Crackers. circa 1900

Not a Word! Personalities at the Derby by The Tout
Not a Word! Everyone know this years Derby winner. What they may be doing just before the race on June 6. Caricatures of notable personalities of the turf drawn by The Tout for The Tatler magazine

Picture No. 10859730
CAT - ginger and white tabby Tom with sunflowers Date:

Schenectadyputter
The Schenectadyputter. Cartoon by Tom Wilkinson Date: 1911

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Tom, a name that echoes through time and history. From the England Test cricket XI in 1899 to Lady Godiva's legendary ride, it has witnessed it all. Just like Old & Young Tom Morris, who left an indelible mark on the world of golf with their exceptional skills. In the late 19th or early 20th century, Harry Paulson and Tom Paddock engaged in a fierce fight captured by artist Pugnis. Their determination and resilience symbolize the spirit of competition that lives within every Tom. Music also resonates with this timeless name. The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem enchanted audiences with their Irish folk tunes in 1962, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations. But they are not limited to sports and music; they can be found across various cultures. In Sri Lanka, Geta Beraya and Udekkiya players embody traditional art forms passed down from generation to generation. Even artists like Cecil Aldin recognize the charm of Toms as seen in his illustration at Peterborough Show where he showcases their unique bond with animals such as horses. Toms have always been adventurers too. As evidenced by a postcard from Tom Mudd aboard RMS Titanic, they fearlessly explore new horizons even amidst uncertainty. And let's not forget about Honest Tom - whether it be horses or shires, his integrity shines through as he embodies trustworthiness and reliability. The allure of London Gin Palaces in 1820 attracted many Toms seeking camaraderie over a glass of gin while enjoying lively conversations that would shape friendships for years to come. Lastly, even orangutans are captivated by the name "Tom. " These intelligent creatures share our fascination for this timeless moniker which seems to transcend species boundaries. Throughout history and across different realms – be it sportsmen or musicians, fighters or explorers – Toms have left an indelible mark.