Devices Collection

The Kinecar by William Heath Robinson
Double page illustration by William Heath Robinson (1872-1944) showing a well-equipped omnibus transporting passengers while they watch a film

Russian Imperial Eagle
The Russian Imperial two- headed eagle surrounded by heraldic devices of the provinces of Imperial Russia

The Coat of Arms of Peebles, a royal burgh in Tweeddale, Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Date: circa 1900

More Golfing Notes, by William Heath Robinson
Some suggestions for the novice. Illustrations showing various devices to assist golfing skills. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary

King George VI - Thanking British Children
A certificate from King George VI to the children of Great Britain on 8th June, 1946 - issued as a momento for sharing in the hardships and ultimate triumph during World War Two

Fusion research, tokamak device
Nuclear fusion research. Cutaway computer artwork of the planned ITER tokamak device. It will be the first full scale fusion device to produce energy at a level of an electricity-producing power

Total hip replacement, X-ray
Total hip replacement. Coloured frontal X-ray of a female pelvis with a total hip replacement (white, lower right). The replacement hip consists of a ball and shaft

A simple device for removing a wart
Contrary to the title of this picture, a complicated and convoluted machine to help a sufferer remove a wart from his head

Mutoscope at Gravesend
New Road, Gravesend (Kent) - notice the premises of The Wonderful Mutoscope (a forerunner of the cinema) - Admission Free !

Ufos / Reich Device
One of Wilhelm Reichs weather-influencing devices which also affect UFOs, and could perhaps destroy them

Nanorobots, artwork
Nanorobots, computer artwork. Nanotechnology is an area of science concerned with producing mechanical entities on the scale of nanometres (billionths of a metre)

BRITANNIA
Britannia depicted with various devices emblematic of Britains greatness

Talbot Heraldic Dog
The TALBOT, a symbolical heraldical mythical kind of hunting dog

Observatory on the summit of Ben Nevis, Scotland
Observatory on the summit of Ben Nevis, Fort William, Scotland Date: 1908

Public arms: Thetford; Tiverton; Warrington; Berwick-upon-Tweed; Wisbech (engraving)
6008991 Public arms: Thetford; Tiverton; Warrington; Berwick-upon-Tweed; Wisbech (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration, blue diskette

Promotional photograph for the IBM 1410
A female computer technician sits at an IBM 1410, in a promotional photograph for this business computer system. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

The method of linking up hands and feet of sitting mediums
Undated photograph showing the method of linking up hands and feet of sitting mediums by means of electrical control. This is one of series of photographs documenting Harry Prices investigations into

Coal Mine Machinery
Improved Machinery for working Coal Mines - devices for conveying the coal along the galleries and up the shafts

Reynaud Praxinoscope
A young girl is fascinated by the illusion of movement given by Reynauds praxinoscope

Telephone / Bell & Gray
An imaginary conversation between Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray, using their own telephone devices

Illustration, film camera

Manufacture of circuit boards
A complicated multi-component electronic device for manufacturing circuit boards. It consists of a number of miniature soldering irons to attach the electrical components and a magnifying camera

Edisons Vitascope
This was one of Edisons several ingenious but ultimately impracticable attempts to invent the motion picture

FIREWORKS 1747 - 7
Techniques of firework making in 18th century France : various types of whirling and spinning devices

DECOUPAGES
Light, shining through cunningly torn paper, casts grotesque shapes on the wall

Projecting Praxinoscope
Reynauds praxinoscope adapted for projection onto a screen : later he would adapt it for projection in a large hall

Reynaud Praxinoscope 2
Reynauds device with central lamp, drum holding the images, and a handle for turning it, giving the illusion of movement

Annunciation from Book of Hours, MS 92 f.27r, Western France, 1490-1510 (pen & ink with tempera on parchment)
8374249 Annunciation from Book of Hours, MS 92 f.27r, Western France, 1490-1510 (pen & ink with tempera on parchment) by French School, (15th-16th century); 22.8 x 14.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Electric Permanent Waving Machine 1928
A permanent electric waving machine, medusa, Serpents, exhibited at the Hairdressers Annual Exhibition. Date: 1928

Incendiary devices, ARP training exercise during WW2

Innovative Starting Gate
An innovative starting gate, designed by Professor H. Rottenburg, being tested at a public schools athetics meeting. Date: 1932

William Henry James project is just one of many ingenious devices whereby the power of steam is harnessed to road transportation. Date: 1828

A rotating zootrope : the image seen through the slits as the drum spins give the illusion of movement. Date: 1881

EDISON'S KINETOSCOPE Reproducing to the eye the effect of human motion by means of a swift and graded succession of pictures'. Date: 1894

HARE'S APPARATUS
Robert Hare's device for communicating with the dead Picture 1 of 2 Date: circa 1854

Arms and devices for public schools, late 19th century (colour litho)
3245529 Arms and devices for public schools, late 19th century (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Public arms: Denbigh; Rothesay; Selkirk; St Andrews; Hedon (engraving)
6008993 Public arms: Denbigh; Rothesay; Selkirk; St Andrews; Hedon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Denbigh; Rothesay; Selkirk; St Andrews; Hedon)

Public arms: Clackmannanshire; West Suffolk; Surrey; East Suffolk; Caithness (engraving)
6008988 Public arms: Clackmannanshire; West Suffolk; Surrey; East Suffolk; Caithness (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Public arms: Galway; Oban; Kinghorn; Wicklow; Whitehaven (engraving)
6008979 Public arms: Galway; Oban; Kinghorn; Wicklow; Whitehaven (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Galway; Oban; Kinghorn; Wicklow; Whitehaven)

Public arms: Dumfriesshire; Midlothian; East Sussex; Nairnshire; Kirkwall (engraving)
6008974 Public arms: Dumfriesshire; Midlothian; East Sussex; Nairnshire; Kirkwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Public arms: Eye; St Ives, Huntingdonshire; Haddington; Queensborough; Totnes (engraving)
6008971 Public arms: Eye; St Ives, Huntingdonshire; Haddington; Queensborough; Totnes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eye; St Ives)

Hammond organ (litho)
6009425 Hammond organ (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hammond organ. Illustration for See How It Works)

Later stages of record manufacture (litho)
6009429 Later stages of record manufacture (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Later stages of record manufacture)

Public arms: Montgomery; Cardiganshire; Northamptonshire; West Riding, Yorkshire; Culross (engraving)
6008999 Public arms: Montgomery; Cardiganshire; Northamptonshire; West Riding, Yorkshire; Culross (engraving) by English School

Public arms: Wolverhampton; Carlisle (engraving)
6008967 Public arms: Wolverhampton; Carlisle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wolverhampton; Carlisle)

Public arms: Marlborough; Longton (engraving)
6008958 Public arms: Marlborough; Longton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marlborough; Longton)

Public arms: Berwickshire; Ayrshire; Luton; Derby; Maryborough (engraving)
6008952 Public arms: Berwickshire; Ayrshire; Luton; Derby; Maryborough (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Devices have always been at the forefront of human innovation, enabling us to achieve remarkable feats and conquer new frontiers. From the whimsical contraptions depicted in William Heath Robinson's "The Kinecar" to the powerful symbol of strength embodied by the Russian Imperial Eagle, they have shaped our world. Even royalty has recognized their significance, as seen when King George VI thanked British children for their contributions during challenging times. And while some devices may seem complex, like the tokamak device used in fusion research or the intricate Coat of Arms of Peebles, others are more straightforward yet equally effective – such as a simple wart removal device. In medicine, devices play a crucial role in improving lives. Take total hip replacement surgeries, where X-ray technology ensures precision and success. Meanwhile, on lighter notes, we find that even leisure activities benefit from ingenious inventions; just ask golfers who rely on William Heath Robinson's humorous insights in "More Golfing Notes. " Technology continues to push boundaries with advancements like Mutoscope at Gravesend or speculation about UFOs and Reich Devices captivating our imagination. And let us not forget about nanorobots - tiny marvels showcased through stunning artwork - which hold immense potential for revolutionizing various industries. Through it all stands Britannia herself – an enduring symbol representing Britain's resilience and progress throughout history. As we navigate this ever-evolving world driven by devices both grand and humble alike, let us celebrate these creations that shape our lives and pave the way for a brighter future.