Cradock Collection

The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Seat of Operations (b / w photo)
1599142 The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Seat of Operations (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Seat of Operations)

Views in the Cape Colony (engraving)
1624735 Views in the Cape Colony (engraving) by Warry (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views in the Cape Colony. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 October 1886)

Otway, c1800. Creator: John Thornthwaite
Otway, c1800. Portrait of Thomas Otway (1652-1685), English dramatist of the Restoration period

The Rescue Of The Princess Royal And Her Family From The Book The Year 1912 Illustrated Published London 1913

Cradock, Eastern Cape Province, Cape Colony, South Africa
Gilfillan Bridge, Cradock, Eastern Cape Province, Cape Colony, South Africa. Date: circa 1930

South Africa Cape Colony - Cradock Dutch Church - Porticoed church with spire. Part of Box 169 Boswell Collection - South Africa Cape Colony. Date: circa 1900

South Africa Cape Colony - Cradock Street - Wide concourse - people and buildings on left, church tower in background. Part of Box 169 Boswell Collection - South Africa Cape Colony. Date: circa 1900

Joseph Cradock - 2
JOSEPH CRADOCK Writer of plays, travel notes (he climbed Snowdon !) and a novel against gambling; in his later years he lived on turnips and roasted apples. Date: 1742 - 1826

Joseph Cradock - 1
JOSEPH CRADOCK Writer of plays, travel notes (he climbed Snowdon !) and a novel against gambling; in his later years he lived on turnips and roasted apples. Date: 1742 - 1826

South Africa - Cradock the Dutch Church, Eastern Cape
Lantern slide of Cradock the Dutch Church. (Eastern Cape). Part of Box 287 South Africa Diamond Mines, part of Boswell Collection, slide no. 31 Date: circa 1890s

C. E. Cradock-Hartopp, Vanity Fair, WH in 1912
SIR CHARLES EDWARD CRADOCK-HARTOPP 5th Baronet (1858-1929) Educated at Eton. Served in Scots Fusiliers in Egypt in 1882. Landowner - 2200 acres. Caption: Topps Date: 1858-1929

Peacocks, Doves, Turkeys, Chickens and Ducks by a Classical Ruin Signed, lower center: " M. Cra[?]", Marmaduke Cradock, 1660-1716, British

MARY BEALE (1633-1699). Nee Cradock. English painter. Self-portrait, holding a portrait of her two sons, Bartholomew and Charles. Oil on canvas, c1665

Rear Admiral Sir Christopher Cradock
Rear Admiral Sir Christopher " Kit" George Francis Maurice Cradock (1862-1914), British admiral who served in the Boxer Rebellion and during the First World War

Die Tuishuise, heritage houses, Cradock, Eastern Cape, South Africa, Africa

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Cradock, a town steeped in history and rich with captivating sights. From the black and white photographs of "The Last of Lotters Commando" and "The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Seat of Operations, " we catch a glimpse into the tumultuous past that shaped this remarkable place. The engravings depicting "Views in the Cape Colony" transport us to an era long gone, showcasing the beauty that once graced these lands. Intriguingly, John Thornthwaite's c1800 creation titled "Otway" adds another layer to Cradock's story, leaving us curious about its connection to this enchanting town. As we explore further, we stumble upon the majestic Dutch Church standing proudly against time's relentless march. Its presence speaks volumes about Cradock's spiritual heritage. Walking down Cradock Street is like stepping back in time; each building whispers tales of days gone by. The Eastern Cape Province holds within it this gem called Cradock – a testament to South Africa's vibrant history. Joseph Cradock emerges as a prominent figure through his portraits - one after another capturing his essence and influence on this land. His legacy lives on as we admire his contributions to shaping Cradock into what it is today. As our journey continues, Vanity Fair introduces C. E. Cradock-Hartopp from 1912 - an intriguing character who surely left their mark on this beloved town. And then there is "The Rescue Of The Princess Royal And Her Family, " immortalized within pages from 1912 Illustrated published in London 1913 – yet another chapter woven into Craddock’s narrative. Cradock beckons explorers seeking more than just beautiful landscapes; it invites them to delve deep into its historical tapestry where stories intertwine with every step taken along its streets or inside its churches.