Case Collection

Long-Case by Tompion
Long-case clock by Thomas Tompion

Case of British Butterflies Lepidoptera
A collectors case of British butterflies. There are some 59 breeding butterflies in the UK and four former breeders, as well as rare migrants like the monarch all the way from America

Carbolic Smoke Ball / 1893
Advertisement for The Carbolic Smoke Ball Co. which claimed to offer a cure for a wide variety of ailments. This led to a court case on grounds of deception & a landmark ruling

Set of glass eyeballs. Each shell illustrates a disease or abnormality affecting the eye. The set was hand crafted in the late 1920s by ocularists of Theodore Hamblin Ltd

Jewish Scroll Ms
A carved Esther scroll case depicting the story of Purim. This is a Jewish manuscript from Eastern Europe

Veiled Egyptian Woman - Cairo. Date: circa 1910s

Army Chaplain in Great War Deeds, WW1
An Army Chaplain holding a night service on the battlefield, with a packing case as an altar and a tin mug as a chalice. Reproduction of a painting by A C Michael in Great War Deeds

Chrysina limbata, silver chafer beetle
Silver chafer beetle specimen. The beetles have a base pigment covered by several colourless microscopically thin layers called laminae

The Barrister (oil on canvas)
BAL15031 The Barrister (oil on canvas) by Davidson, Thomas (fl.1863-1908); Roy Miles Fine Paintings; English, out of copyright

Advert for Mappin & Webb Ermeto Movado pocket watch 1934
Ermeto Movado watches a new model at a new price. Built for a life-times service, they have strong outer cases ensuring double glass breakage. Date: 1934

Wardian case with plants
A Wardian case, containing several plants

Postman in the Snow
This stalwart postman does his duty and delivers the post rain or shine, or in this case, thick winter snow. No chance of exceeding the 30 mile per hour speed limit!

Barrow-in-Furness - Coppernob
Barrow-in-Furness Railway Station. From 1907-1941 the famous Furness Railway steam locomotive " Coppernob" was preserved in a special glass case outside the station

Lawyer / Mlle Miropolski
WOMAN DEFENDS WOMAN: THE LEGAL FEMINIST Lady Lawyer, Mlle. Miropolsky pleading the case of a client in the Paris Law Courts. Date: 1908

WWI - Battle of Champagne - Spent shell casings
WWI - Spent shell cases from just one battery after the first day of the Battle of Champagne (25th-30th September 1915) Date: 1915

Owen Jones Egyptian 10
The ornaments in this plate are taken from Mummy-cases in the Louvre (1-5), from the Tomb at Thebes (6+7), from a Mummy-case (8+9) and from the ceilings of various tombs

Sher. Holmes Thinking
THE ADVENTURE OF THE DANCING MEN Sherlock Holmes studies the case at his desk

The Fishmongers Shop

William Ballantine
SERGEANT WILLIAM BALLANTINE English lawyer who led case for Tichborne Claimant Date: 1812 - 1887

Fire Safety Hop Pickers
Notice to Hop-pickers giving advice as to fire prevention and what to do in case of a fire. Issued by Fire Offices Committee Fire Protection Association

Paranormal / Combustion
ALARMING CASE OF SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION Papa - emerging from a gin palace - is spontaneously combusted, to the surprise of his wife and child

Africa, South Africa, Gauteng, Pretoria, local lawn bowling club, equipment bag

Portrait of historical figures and view of the Parisian cafe Le Procope
JLJ4668410 Portrait of historical figures and view of the Parisian cafe Le Procope: Benjamin Franklin, Jean Jacques Rousseau, Voltaire, Jean D Alembert, Moliere, Maximilien Robespierre

Advertisement for Louis Vuitton hairbrushes. 1929

Judaism. Torah scroll case wrapped in black. Libya, 1889. Carved wood and cotton. Case: Gift of the Moshav movement, through Rabbi Menahem Hacohen and Bracha Yaniv, Survey of Synagogues

Pocket watches and wristwatches 1929
A selection of pocket watches that register the minutes, seconds and fifth of seconds and a golfers pocket watch that has pure white metal case and also ladies wristwatches with lever moverment

Moss capsule (Homalothecium sericeum) SEM
Moss spore capsule. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of the open mouth of a capsule (spore case) of a the moss Homalothecium sericeum

Advert for Parker Duofold pens
Parker Duofold fountain pen and pencil in a case " give all your friends the best gift this year" Date: 1926

Oh, Cheese it! by W. Heath Robinson
A remarkable case of absence of mind in a Dutch restaurant. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans

Newsagents Shop / Crippen
A newsagents shop at the time of the Crippen case with a billboard announcing " Fresh evidence at Bow Street - Full Report"

Miami Poltergeist Case
Julio Vasquez, focal point of poltergeist outbreak in the store-room of a store at Miami, Florida, investigated by William Roll

Coral Gallery c. 1895
Photograph of coral display cases by Anthony Gepp. The Coral Gallery opened in 1881 in the West Wing of the Waterhouse Building. Date: 1881

Advert for Tyme, Ermeto Movado ladies pocket watch 1933
Tyme, the best pocket watch made. Small and compact, yet absolutely protected against all causes of trouble. Can be carried in any pocket or hand-bag with other articles. Date: 1933

West Derby Union, Liverpool - Alder Hey Nurses Home
Nurses home at Alder Hey Hospital. The hospital was opened in 1915 by the West Derby Union, Liverpool. Originally used for chronic and bed-ridden case, it later became a childrens hospital

Advert for Mappin & Webb Ermeto Movado pocket watch 1933
Ermeto Movado watches are the last word in efficiency. The movements are doubly protected against dust, damp, and breakage by an inner and outer case

Michael Foot seen here arriving at 10 Downing Street March 1974 following the Labour Partys victory

Specimens of type, Leadenhall Press, London
Specimens of type from The Leadenhall Press, Ltd, 50 Leadenhall Street, London EC. circa 1900

Louis Vuitton advertisment
Advertisment for the Louis Vuitton showroom in New Bond street, London. 1928

Advert for John Pound & Co dressing case 1912
Ladys real pigskin dressing case, with solid silver fittings. Advertisement John Pound & Co dressing cases. John Pound became Lord Mayor of London in 1904

77 mm German engraved artillery shell case - Bezalel School
77 mm. German artillery shell case engraved at the Bezalel School in Jerusalem. Inlaid silver and copper damascene work including three silver date trees

Advert for Stockings by Bear Brand 1933
Bear Brands newest expression in silken luxury. Dull lustred, gossamer thread and softest strength. 1933

Central Criminal Court, The Old Bailey, engraved by H. Melville (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF173667 Central Criminal Court, The Old Bailey, engraved by H. Melville (engraving) (b/w photo) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

CROQUET, c1900. Croquet balls. Line engraving, c1900

Advert for Yardley Lavender 1932
Yardley Lavender, The lovable gift most welcome and acceptable of all delightful things at Christmas time. Date: 1932

Unemployed miners, Cilfynydd, Pontypridd
Unemployed miners at Cilfynydd near Pontypridd in South Wales. They watch the buckets tipping slag in case any lumps of coal can be found. Date: circa 1936

Dinoflagellate plankton, SEM
Dinoflagellate plankton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the calcareous (calcium-based) test (shell) of a dinoflagellate Calciodinellum sp

British soldiers take interest in an Egyptian lady
Humourous Postcard - World War One era. British soldiers (a sailor and a Scots infantryman) take interest in an Egyptian lady who stroll demurely along under a pink parasol

Asprey Christmas presents, 1926
Colour advertisement for Asprey of Bond Street displaying a wide variety of Christmas present ideas, including an attache case, a shagreen cigarette box, leather handbag, crocodile handbag pochette

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"Unveiling the Intriguing World of 'Case': A Journey Through Time and Objects" Step into the past with us as we explore various captivating cases that have left their mark on history. In 1893, the Carbolic Smoke Ball case made headlines, showcasing a legal battle over false advertising and consumer rights. This landmark case set a precedent for future consumer protection laws. Delve into the fascinating Case of British Butterflies Lepidoptera, where meticulous research and preservation efforts led to an exquisite collection that educates generations about these delicate creatures' beauty. Gaze upon a mesmerizing Set of Glass Eyeballs, crafted with precision to restore sight and dignity to those in need. These remarkable prosthetics serve as a testament to human resilience and innovation. Travel to Cairo through time as you encounter the enigmatic Veiled Egyptian Woman - her allure captured forever in this intriguing case. Unravel her story amidst ancient traditions and modern complexities. Discover tales of bravery from an Army Chaplain in Great War Deeds during WW1. This poignant case sheds light on unsung heroes who provided solace amidst chaos, reminding us of humanity's strength even in times of darkness. Witness nature's wonders within the Wardian Case filled with vibrant plants; marvel at its ingenious design that allowed botanists to transport exotic flora across continents, revolutionizing horticulture forever. Unfold centuries-old wisdom within the Jewish Scroll Ms - a sacred text encapsulated within an ornate case. Its intricate calligraphy serves as a reminder of faith's enduring power throughout generations. Behold Chrysina limbata, the silver chafer beetle encased in splendorous glory; admire nature's artistry preserved for eternity within this tiny yet magnificent specimen box. Immerse yourself in The Barrister (oil on canvas), capturing not only legal expertise but also emotions etched onto faces during courtroom dramas - an eloquent portrayal of justice's pursuit.