Adam Charles Black Collection (page 9)

Dr. Lettsoms House, Camberwell, c1805, (1912). Artists: Unknown, George Samuel Elgood
Dr. Lettsoms House, Camberwell, c1805, (1912). A view of Grove Hill, Camberwell, the residence of the physician and philanthropist John Coakley Lettsom (1744-1815)

The Old Effra Milk House, c1880, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

The Brockley Jack Inn, c1912, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

In College Road, Dulwich, (1912)
In College Road, Dulwich, c1912, (1912). One of the large Georgian houses built when the village of Dulwich was one of the most sequestered spots near London

Dulwich College, c1912, (1912)
Dulwich College, 1912. The letters patent by James I on 21 June 1619 authorised Edward Alleyn to establish a college in Dulwich to be called the College of Gods Gif t, in Dulwich in Surrey

Old Cottages in Merton Road, Tooting, c1890, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

The Club house at Ranelagh, c1890, (1912)
The Club-house at Ranelagh, c1890, (1912). The Ranelagh Club, a famous polo club located at Barn Elms in South West London, founded in 1878 as a split-off from the Hurlingham Club

Brixton Road, c1912, (1912). The great southern thoroughfare of london. From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

Morden College, Blackheath, 1751, (1912). Morden College is a long standing charity which has been providing residential care in Blackheath, south east London, for over 300 years

View of Wandsworth, Surrey, c1780, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

Guys Hospital, c1900, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

The Old Elephant and Castle Inn, c1785, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

Vaux Hall Manor House, c1813, (1912). Manor House, Vauxhall shown as it stood in 1644, the site is now occupied by the MI6 building. From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant

The Old St. Thomass Hospital in Bermondsey, which replaced the earlier monastic buildings in 1701, and was sold in 1862, c1854, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant

The Fort at Vauxhall erected for the defence of London during the Civil War, c1810, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

Waterloo Railway Station, as it appeared when first built, c1848, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

The Skin Market, Bermondsey, in the Middle of the Nineteenth Century, c1840, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

The Kings Bench Prison as it appeared in 1823, c1827, (1912). The Kings Bench Prison, Southwark, took its name from the Kings Bench court of law in which cases of defamation

One of the Forts erected by the Parliament for the defence of London during the Civil War, c1808, (1912). One of the Forts erected by the Parliament for the defence of London during the Civil War

The Globe on the Bank-side where Shakespeare acted, c1600, (1912). The Globe Theatre, a theatre in London associated with William Shakespeare

The South Side of St. Saviours, Southwark, showing the former nave, c1825, (1912)
The South Side of St. Saviour s, Southwark, showing the former nave, c1825, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

Tooley Street in the First Half of the Nineteenth Century, c1840, (1912).Tooley Street is a road in central and south London connecting London Bridge to St Saviours Dock

Part of the Site of St. Thomass Hospital at Southwark Being Cleared for Railway Purposes, c1862, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

A Gentlemens Seat on Stockwell Common, 1792, (1912). A Gentlemans Seat on Stockwell Common, Angells House later known as Stockwell Park House. From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant

Severndroog Castle, Shooters Hill, 1807, (1912). Artists: Sir William James, FR Hay
Severndroog Castle, Shooters Hill, 1807, (1912). Severndroog Castle, Oxleas Wood, Shooters Hill in south-east London, designed by Richard Jupp (1728-1799)

A General Prospect of Vauxhall Gardens, c1756, (1912). Artist: Samuel Wale
A General Prospect of Vauxhall Gardens, c1756, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

In Greenwich Park on Whit Monday, c1802, (1912). Artist: Samuel Rawle
In Greenwich Park on Whit Monday, c1802, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

Gold, silver, and lead tickets admitting to Vauxhall Gardens, c1740, (1912). Artist: James Stow
Gold, silver, and lead tickets admitting to Vauxhall Gardens, c1740, (1912). Originally from designs by William Hogarth (1697-1764). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant

Monteagle House, Near St. Saviours Church, Southwark, 1808, (1912). Artist: J Pass
Monteagle House, Near St. Saviours Church, Southwark, 1808, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

John Tradescants House at Kennington, c1883, (1912). Artist: Elias Ashmole
John Tradescants House at Kennington, c1883, (1912).The Musaeum Tradescantianum was the first museum open to the public to be established in England

The Circular Window of the Hall of Winchester House (Winchester Palace), Southwark, 1835, (1912). Artist: David Roberts
The Circular Window of the Hall of Winchester House (Winchester Palace), Southwark, 1835, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

A Cairo Street, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Cairo Street, 1903. From World Pictures, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Dorothy Menpes. [A. & C. Black, London, 1903]

Fruit Stall, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Fruit Stall, 1903. From World Pictures, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Dorothy Menpes. [A. & C. Black, London, 1903]

Wimbledon Common and the Windmill, c1900, (1912). Wimbledon Windmill, in 1816, Charles March, a carpenter of Roehampton gained permission to build the windmill, completing the project in 1817

An admission ticket to Vauxhall Gardens, 1786, (1912). A printed ticket for the Vauxhall Jubilee of 1786, a celebration of Spring Gardens own history

A Mock Election in the Kings Bench Prison, c1828, (1912). Artist: Bonner
A Mock Election in the Kings Bench Prison, c1828, (1912). In July 1827, the inmates of the Kings Bench Prison, Borough, South London

The Wellington Testimonial Clock Tower which stood at the South End of London Bridge, as it appeared in 1854, c1854, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant

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Adam Charles Black was a man of many interests and talents. Born in Clapham in 1812, he had a deep connection to the Holy Trinity Church that stood proudly in his neighborhood. The church's majestic architecture and rich history fascinated him, leading him to delve into its past with great enthusiasm. In 1912, Adam embarked on an exciting journey to explore the world of art. He stumbled upon Mortimer L Menpes' captivating masterpiece titled "Street in Venice. " Mesmerized by the artist's ability to capture the essence of this enchanting city, Adam found himself transported to the bustling streets and picturesque canals. Art seemed to be a recurring theme in Adam's life as he discovered another gem by Menpes called "A Family Group. " This painting from c1887 evoked feelings of warmth and nostalgia within him. It depicted a harmonious family unit, reminding Adam of his own cherished loved ones. However, it wasn't just art that captivated Adam; nature also held a special place in his heart. In 1903, he came across Menpes' breathtaking creation titled "A Mountain Torrent. " The raw power and beauty of nature portrayed in this artwork left him awestruck. Adam's love for exploring historical sites led him to King Edward the Confessor's Palace at Borstal (Brill) in 1908. Standing amidst ancient ruins filled with stories untold ignited his imagination and fueled his passion for uncovering forgotten tales from London's past. His thirst for adventure took him far beyond England's borders when he set foot on Mount Cook, New Zealand, in 1924. Surrounded by towering peaks and vast expanses of untouched wilderness, Adam felt humbled by Mother Nature’s grandeur. Back home again but still craving exploration closer to home; Wandsworth caught Adam’s attention through Menpes’ piece named "The Causeway. " This artwork showcased Wandsworth’s unique charm, with the pound and its quaint surroundings taking center stage.