Davis Collection

VARINA HOWELL DAVIS (1826-1906). Second wife of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America. Miniature, c1845

Famous snooker players (Jimmy White, Cliff Thorburn, Peter Ebdon, Denis Taylor, John Parrott, Stephen Hendry, Alex Higgins, Ray Reardon, John Virgo, Steve Davis, Ronnie O Sullivan) -

New British Sten gun by G. H. Davis
The Sten gun: the new British machine gun, introduced during the Second World War, explained in detail. It is a simplified Tommy-gun that fires almost any type of 9mm ammunition at 550 rounds per

Building of Sydney Harbour Bridge by G. H. Davis
Series of diagrams depicting the construction of Sydney Harbour Bridge by ILN special artist, G. H. Davis. At the time of building

British 25-pounder field gun by G. H. Davis
Considered at the time to be the best field gun in the world: the British 25-pounder. Diagrammatic drawings of a famous British weapon

Paul Chambers, 1960. Creator: Brian Foskett
Paul Chambers, 1960

New Reptile House at London Zoo by G H Davis
A map of the newly opened reptile house in London Zoo, detailing the layout of the exhibits. It also features diagrams demonstrating several functions of the house

Group photo, Millwall Athletic football team
Millwall Athletic football team for the 1895-1896 season, including Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary and Trainer, as well as the players themselves. circa 1895

BETTE DAVIS (1908-1989). American actress. Photographed in the role of Margo Channing in All About Eve, 1950

Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Liza Minnelli, Royal Albert Hall, London 1989. Creator
Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Liza Minnelli, Royal Albert Hall, London 1989. In April 1989, three of the greatest icons of American popular music, Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli and Sammy Davis Jr

FILM: BABY JANE, 1962. Joan Crawford, left, and Bette Davis as sisters in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? directed by Robert Aldrich, 1962

Miles Davis Quintet, 1960. Creator: Brian Foskett
Miles Davis Quintet, 1960

The ocean liner Normandie by G. H. Davis
The new giant French ocean liner which made a record Atlantic crossing in four days, three hours: the " Normandie" - a diagrammatic drawing of her interior construction by G. H

Celtic Football Club 1905-1906
Group photo, Celtic Football Club 1905-1906: Davis (Trainer), Campbell, M Leod, Watson, Hamilton, M Nair, Wilson, Garry, M Court, Adams, Young, Hay, Bennett, M Menemy, Loney, Quinn, Somers, M Nair

Britains frogmen divers by G. H. Davis
Introducing Britains frog-men: diving wreckers who blasted open a path to the Normandy beaches. These underwater commandos worked off the D-Day beaches

Singapore, bastion in the East, by G. H. Davis
Britains great bastion in the East: Singapore, stubborn obstacle to Japans ambitious projects in Southern Asia during the Second World War

British RAF aeroplanes in 1939 by G. H. Davis
The huge array of aircraft in the RAF in 1939, imposing for its size and variety. 37 types of machine, ranging from the Sunderland flying boat to light trainers

Two Wellington bombers by G. H. Davis
Two Wellington bombers: two outstanding aircraft ready to strike. Equally famous in attack and defence: a Wellington MK 1A and (above) a Wellington Mk II. Date: 1940

Jack DeJohnette, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1989. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jack DeJohnette, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1989

Lancaster Castle: John of Gaunts Tower, c1896. Artist: J Davis
Lancaster Castle: John of Gaunts Tower, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Coal mining by G. H. Davis
Coal mine working and outcrop production: how coal, so vital to every form of war industry, can be won from opencast veins at shallow depths. Date: 1944

Wonders of the cinema organ by G. H. Davis
Noises played for films: wonders of the cinema organ. Thunder, shots and tom-toms controlled by an organist: a film-theatre organ that creates sound effects. Date: 1929

Bette Davis (1908-1989) as an infatuated flapper in The Rich Are Always With Us, 1932

Danny Kaye and Bette Davis
Danny Kaye (1913-1987) American actor and singer with Bette Davis (1908-1989) American actress

Miles Davis Quintet, 1960. Creator: Brian Foskett
Miles Davis Quintet, 1960

Mileage and flight times across the world, 1961 by GH Davis
A map of the world together with various aircraft from British overseas airways and British European airways services to all six continents with mileage and flight times illustrated. Date: 1961

BETTE DAVIS (1908-1989). American actress

1957 nuclear test: Fall-out
Fallout: The sinister and prolonged after-effect of nuclear explosions: a drawing illustrating some characteristics of this haunting phenomenon.An illustration by special Illustrated London News

First world war air battle, by G. H. Davis
A colour illustration showing an air battle taking place in WWI

Andrew Johnson, President of the United States
Andrew Johnson, 17th President of the United States (1865-1869)

J. Davies Enys, Henry Scott Tuke (1858-1929)
Oil on canvas, Newlyn School, early 20th century. John Davies Enys (1837-1912) was born at Enys, near Penryn, Cornwall, and emigrated to New Zealand in 1861

Face on the Barroom Floor, Teller House Bar, Colorado, USA
The Face on the Barroom Floor is a painting on the floor of the Teller House Bar in Central City, Colorado, United States. It was painted in 1936 by Herndon Davis. Date: circa 1936

Max Factor make up booklet with Hollywood stars
Rochelle Hudson and Bette Davis demonstrate how to apply powder and rouge respectively in a Max Factor promotional booklet. Date: 1937

American schooner Westward - built by Herrehoff
The American schooner Westward - built by Herrehoff in 1910 and later owned by Mr Thomas Benjamin Davis - a magnificent schooner of 323 tonnes. In 1910 she sailed in eleven races and won them all

Britains Brabazon I passenger aircraft by G. H. Davis
A Leviathan of the skies: Britains Brabazon I airliner, designed to carry 72 long-distance passengers. A mammoth aerial express able to cover the England-Australia route in 48 hours

Bailey Bridge and Rhine victory by G. H. Davis
The Bailey Bridge: the British weapon which hurdled Allied armies across the Rhine barrier during the Second World War. Some constructional details of a great engineering invention

Ubiquitous bulldozer by G. H. Davis
The ubiquitous bulldozer: a mechanical tool of peace becomes an important weapon during the Second World War. Date: 1944

Nettuno-Anzio Front, Italy, by G. H. Davis
The battle of the beachhead -- an airmans view of the terrain. A pictorial map of the Nettuno-Anzio Front, showing roads, with the Alban Hills in the background

Nelsons flagship HMS Victory by G. H. Davis
The ship that links us today with our most famous naval victory and an epitome of the Royal Navys finest traditions: a sectional drawing of Nelsons flagship HMS Victory

German Tiger tank by G. H. Davis
The fangs of the Tiger revealed: another German super-weapon whose invincibility has been disproved. Details of the German Mark VI tank, a 56-ton monster whose 88mm gun fires a three foot long shell

German gliders in Battle of Crete by G. H. Davis
Landing air troops: German gliders of the Battle of Crete during the Second World War. By the use of gliders, parachutes and mass-produced aeroplanes for crash landings

A Cross-Section of H. M. S. King George V by G. H. Davis
A cross-section of a 35, 000-ton battleship, the H.M.S. King George V, the flagship of the Pacific Fleet, and one of the more modern battleships of its time

Bette Davis as Baby Jane Hudson in the film, Whatever Happened to Baby Jane, 1962
BETTE DAVIS (1908-1989). Bette Davis as Baby Jane Hudson in the film, Whatever Happened to Baby Jane, 1962

CONFEDERATE GENERALS. The Generals of the Confederate Army. Jefferson Davis, with red cloak, is at center left; Robert E. Lee, standing with saber, is at center right. Contemporary American lithograph

Miles Davis and his Fusion Group, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, 1991. Creator: Brian Foskett
Miles Davis and his Fusion Group, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, 1991

RAFs new gyro gun sight by G. H. Davis
Details of the RAFs new gyro gun sight, which makes every fighter pilot an accurate marksman. By means of two simple adjustments in action

RMS Transvaal Castle by G. H. Davis
Detailed cross-section drawing of the new mailship for the Union-Castle fleet, R.M.S. Transvaal Castle, which made her maiden voyage from Southampton to South Africa on 18 January 1962

BETTE DAVIS (1908-1989). Bette Davis and Ronald Reagan in the film Dark Victory, 1939

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"Davis: A Legacy of Talent and Innovation" a name that resonates with excellence in various fields, from snooker to film, from engineering to music. It represents a lineage of individuals who have left an indelible mark on their respective industries. In the world of snooker, Davis stands as one of the most famous surnames. The likes of Steve Davis and Joe they have dominated the sport, showcasing their exceptional skills and strategic prowess on the green baize. But it doesn't stop there. G. H. Davis, a British innovator, introduced groundbreaking inventions such as the New British Sten gun and contributed to monumental projects like the construction of Sydney Harbour Bridge. His expertise also extended to weaponry with his involvement in designing the British 25-pounder field gun. The creative realm has also witnessed the influence of Davis's legacy. Paul Chambers' iconic photograph captures Bette Davis in her unforgettable role as Margo Channing in "All About Eve, " showcasing her talent as an American actress par excellence. G. H. Davis's contributions were not limited to engineering; he played a pivotal role in creating new spaces for wildlife enthusiasts at London Zoo by constructing its impressive Reptile House. Music aficionados will recognize another facet of this illustrious surname through Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. , Liza Minnelli's captivating performance at Royal Albert Hall in 1989 - an event that epitomized musical brilliance and star power. Even sports found itself intertwined with this remarkable name when Millwall Athletic football team posed for a group photo capturing their camaraderie and dedication on the pitch. Film enthusiasts cannot forget Joan Crawford and Bette Davis's electrifying performances as sisters in "What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?" Directed by Robert Aldrich – a cinematic masterpiece that showcased both actresses' immense talents underlining why they remain legends today. G. H.