Brooke Collection

RUPERT BROOKE (1887-1915). English poet. Photographed, 1913, by Sherill Shell

Rupert Brooke, c. 1915
Photographic portrait of Rupert Chawner Brooke (1887-1915), the English poet, pictured c.1915

RUPERT BROOKE (1887-1915). English poet. Photographed in 1913 by Sherril Schell

Countess of Warwick at sons wedding
The Countess of Warwick, Frances Evelyn Maynard, Lady Brooke, leaving St Margarets Church, Westminster, after the marriage of her son Lord Brooke (Leopold Guy Francis Maynard Greville)

Rupert Brooke
RUPERT BROOKE English writer, in 1913

Rupert Brooke
RUPERT BROOKE English writer, in 1913

Brooke and Suppliants
SIR JAMES BROOKE Rajah of Sarawak, listening to suppliants who come to him asking for his help or intervention

Tim Brooke-Taylor and Caroline Ellis
Tim Brooke-Taylor (1940-2020), English comic actor, pictured with British actress Caroline Ellis (1950-)

Churchill and Montgomery crossing the Rhine, 1945
British Prime Minister, Winston Churchill, on the German-held east bank of the Rhine, with Field Marshall Montgomery (in beret) and Field Marshall Brooke (immediately behind Churchill)

Lord Brooke, later 6th Earl of Warwick
Lord Brooke (Leopold Guy Francis Maynard Greville, 1882-1928) who married Miss Elfrida Marjorie Eden on 29 April 1909 at St Margarets Church, Westminster

Winston Churchill and Sir Alan Brooke
Prime Minister Winston Churchill, left, chats with General Sir Alan Brooke, Chief of the Imperial General Staff, on the bridge of the warship which is carrying them to General Sir Bernard Montgomerys

Fire in Danbury Street, Islington, N1, with people trapped, on 25 May 1958. Showing the side of the building, with a shop at ground level

Lord Roberts inspects Rugby School OTC
Lord Roberts, former Commander-in-Chief of the British Army and recipient of the Victoria Cross during the Indian Mutiny, visits Rugby School in February 1906 where he inspects the schools Rifle Club

The Improved Ladys Own Sewing Machine by Leigh & Crawford, Brooke Street, Holborn, London EC. 19th century

RUPERT CHAWNER BROOKE (1887-1915). English poet. Photographed in 1913 by Sherril Schell

Sir James Brooke / Census
SIR JAMES BROOKE Governor of Labuan, later Rajah of Sarawak, at a time when the overseas population of the British Empire numbered 139 million

Sir Charles Brooke / Vfair
SIR CHARLES ANTHONY JOHNSON BROOKE Second Rajah of Sarawak, after his uncle

Handels London Home
GEORGE FREDERIC HANDEL his London home, 57 Brooke Street

MG Magnettes of Henry Leslie Brooke and Bill Hughes, JCC International Trophy, Brooklands, 1937
MG Magnette 1087S cc. No: 24 Driver: Brooke, H.L. Background MG Magnette 1087S cc. No: 26 Driver: Hughes, W. Place: Brooklands. J.C.C. International Trophy. Date: 2.8.37

The Owl and the Pussycat by Edward Lear Date: 1922

Woman and girl outside a shop, Handsworth, Birmingham. Date: circa 1910

Elfrida Marjorie Eden, later Countess of Warwick
Miss Elfrida Marjorie Eden (1887-1943), who married Lord Brooke (Leopold Guy Francis Maynard Greville, later 6th Earl of Warwick) on 29 April 1909 at St Margarets Church, Westminster

Cynthia Brooke, actress
Cynthia Brooke, Australian born actress, (1875??1949) in the title role as the Second Mrs Tanqueray by Arthur Wing Pinero. Theatrical portrait in elaborate cloak, with feather boa

Laplanders and Reindeer brought to London by W Bullock Date: 1822

Captain Harry Willes Darell de Windt, 1856 -1933, seen here aged 35. Explorer and travel writer
878578 Captain Harry Willes Darell de Windt, 1856 -1933, seen here aged 35. Explorer and travel writer and aide-de-camp to his brother-in-law Charles Brooke, Rajah of Sarawak

Brooke Foss Westcott, 1825 - 1901. British bishop of Durham, biblical scholar and theologian
2603464 Brooke Foss Westcott, 1825 - 1901. British bishop of Durham, biblical scholar and theologian. From The Review of Reviews, published 1891 by English School, (19th century)

Brooke Bennett USA 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Matt Dawson & Robin Brooke England V New Zealand Rugby Union 09 October 1999 Date: 09 October 1999

Robin Brooke Hangs On New Zealand V Tonga Rugby Union 03 October 1999 Date: 03 October 1999

Eric Miller, Cullen & Brooke Ireland V New Zealand 18 November 1997 Date: 18 November 1997

Robin Brooke New Zealand Rugby Union 18 November 1997 Date: 18 November 1997

Zinzan Brooke New Zealand Rugby Union 16 December 1991 Date: 16 December 1991

Henry Brooke Jockey Wetherby Raceday, Wetherby Racecourse Wetherby Racecourse, Wetherby, England 23 November 2011 WETHERBY RACEDAY, WETHERBY RACECOURSE, ENGLAND, OCTOBER 2011 Date: 23 November 2011

Robert Lord Brooke (engraving)
820663 Robert Lord Brooke (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Lord Brooke. Robert Greville)

Cynthia Brooke as Paula Ray in The Second Mrs Tanqueray, by Pinero Date: 1890s

Rudyard Kipling
Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936). A portrait by Leslie Brooke (1862-1940) of an English journalist, short-story writer, poet, and novelist born in India

Advertisement for Brookes Monkey Brand Household Soap
1890 UK Magazine Brookes Soap Advert Date: 1890

Photograph of Lord Brooke PH, Walthamstow, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Page in The Bystander magazine 1936 featuring photographs of four aristocratic children - David Greville, Lord Brooke, the future 8th Earl of Warwick (who sold Warwick Castle to Madame Tussaud s)

Sarawaks Hundred Years under rule of White Rajahs
Page from The Illustrated London News reporting on a centenary of rule of the state of Sarawak in Malaysia by white rajahs, beginning in 1838 with James Brooke

Brookes rhododendron, Rhododendron javanicum ssp. brookeanum (Rhododendron brookeanum). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens

The Queens Royal Visit to Northern Ireland
Various scenes from The Queen and the Duke of Edinburghs visit to Northern Ireland. Date: 1953

Sketch cover - the Ranee of Sarawak in Biarritz
Sylvia Leonora, Lady Brooke, Ranee of Sarawak, born The Hon. Sylvia Leonora Brett, (1885 - 1971). Married Charles Vyner Brooke in 1911

The Jumblies - Edward Lear - Endpapers featuring a Pelican, a Bong Tree and Kangaroo. Date: 1922

The Dong with a Luminous Nose - Edward Lear
The Dong wanders through the Bong Trees playing his pipe with his amazing luminous nose (woven out of the bark of a Twangum Tree) tied to his head with cords - nonsense poem by Edward Lear. Date: 1922

The Duck and the Kangaroo - Edward Lear. The Kangaroo leaps over the duck. Date: 1922

A Poker, A Shovel, a Pair of Tongs and a Brush
Smiling Fireplace tools - A Poker, A Shovel, a Pair of Tongs and a Brush. Date: 1922

The Jumblies and Other Nonsense Verses by Edward Lear
The Jumblies go to sea in a sieve - Nonsense verse by Edward Lear Date: 1922

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"Remembering Rupert Brooke: A Poet's Journey Through Time" In this captivating photograph from c. 1915, we catch a glimpse of the enigmatic Rupert Brooke, an English poet whose words continue to resonate with readers even today. Captured in 1913 by the talented Sherill Shell, this portrait showcases Brooke's contemplative gaze and hints at the depth of his poetic soul. Brooke (1887-1915) was a literary force to be reckoned with during his tragically short life. His verses captured the essence of love, war, and nature with unparalleled beauty and sensitivity. As we delve into his works, we are transported back to a time when poetry held immense power over hearts and minds. The Countess of Warwick stands proudly beside her son on his wedding day in another snapshot featuring Brooke. This image not only highlights their familial bond but also offers a glimpse into the world that inspired him – one filled with aristocracy and grandeur. But it wasn't just weddings and celebrations that occupied Brooke's thoughts; he delved deep into societal issues as well. The mention of "Brooke and Suppliants" alludes to his involvement in social causes beyond poetry – perhaps advocating for justice or championing those less fortunate. As we explore further glimpses into history, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Caroline Ellis make an appearance alongside our beloved poet. Their connection remains unknown but serves as a reminder that art often intertwines lives across generations. Moving forward through time, Churchill and Montgomery crossing the Rhine in 1945 remind us that even amidst great turmoil, literature endures as a beacon of hope. Perhaps these leaders found solace within Brooke's verses during times of uncertainty? Lord Brooke takes center stage next - later known as the 6th Earl of Warwick - reminding us that greatness can come from unexpected places. Similarly, Lord Roberts inspecting Rugby School OTC signifies how inspiration can be found in the most unexpected of settings.