Cecil Collection (page 36)

Lord Edward Cecil
EDWARD HERBERT CECIL Fourth son of third Marquess of Salisbury, Lord Cecil fought in the Boer War, and married Violet Maxse

Boer / Rhodes at Kimberley
Cecil Rhodes watching the effect of the Long Cecil gun on the enemy trenches

Wimbledon Manor House built by Sir Thomas Cecil, 1st Earl of Exeter in 1588, re-modelled and then demolished in 1732 to make way for a new building

Racial / W Africa / Ashanti
Captain Sir Cecil Armitage, Chief Commissioner of Northern Territories, Gold Coast (1910- 20) photographed at Accra with a group of Ashanti kings

Robert Cecil / & Autograph
ROBERT CECIL, 1st Earl of Salisbury and 1st Viscount Cranborne

William Earl Salisbury
WILLIAM CECIL, second earl of SALISBURY statesman, supported Parliament in the Civil War for fear of losing his estates with his autograph

Edward Cecil Wimbledon
Sir EDWARD CECIL, viscount WIMBLEDON military and naval commander, largely in the Netherlands. - with his autograph

Robert Cecil Salisbury
ROBERT CECIL, earl of SALISBURY - statesman instrumental in setting James I on the English throne, for which he was comfortably rewarded. - with his autograph Date: 1563 - 1612

William Cecil Burghley
WILLIAM CECIL, baron BURGHLEY (or Burleigh) statesman, first minister to queen Elizabeth with his autograph

Sir Cecil Spring-Rice
SIR CECIL SPRING-RICE British Ambassador to the United States from 1912 to 1918, he also wrote the text to the hymn I Vow to Thee My Country

Cecil Rhodes / Rire 1900
CECIL RHODES Statesman, entrepreneur and imperialist in South Africa, caricatured by Leandre

Cecil B. De Mille
CECIL B. DE MILLE American film director - working on The Sign Of The Cross, 1932

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"Cecil: A Captivating Journey through Art, Literature, and History" Step into the enchanting world Aldin, a renowned artist whose works have captured the hearts of many. From his delightful illustrations in "A House Full" to the mischievous charm depicted in "Ticked Off, " Aldin's artistry knows no bounds. But Cecil is not just about Aldin; it also brings to mind influential figures like Cecil Rhodes, whose legacy shaped history. And let us not forget the captivating tales woven by Charles Dickens himself, beautifully brought to life by none other than Cecil Aldin. In the midst of post-war London in 1945, amidst rubble and resilience, we catch a glimpse of hope with "City of London 1945. " It serves as a reminder that even in times of adversity, beauty can still be found. And then there are those heartwarming moments shared between man and his best friend. In an illustration by Cecil Aldin capturing a dog walking scene or witnessing the bond between two scamps - these images evoke feelings of joy and companionship. Cecil Beaton, Rex Whistler & Stephen Tennant at Cap Ferrat transport us to glamorous days gone by. Their presence reminds us that creativity flourishes when great minds come together. As Christmas approaches on Hills adorned with snowflakes in "Christmas Is Coming, " we are reminded once again of Aldin's ability to capture both nostalgia and anticipation for this festive season. "The Two Friends" portrayed by Aldin showcases loyalty and friendship that transcends time. These timeless themes continue to resonate with audiences today. So join us on this captivating journey through artistry, literature, and history as we explore all things Cecil – where imagination meets reality under the skillful hand of artists like Cecil Aldin.