Distiller Collection

Gin Lane, 1751. Artist: William Hogarth
Gin Lane, 1751.The scene is the St Giles slums. A child falls to its death from the arms of its drunk mother who sits with ulcerated legs. A skeletal figure holds an empty glass

Gin Lane, February 1, 1751. Creator: William Hogarth
Gin Lane, February 1, 1751

Racial Type / Buchanan
James Buchanan wears checked jodhpurs, gaiters & boots, a red waistcoat, a wing collar & tie, a tweed jacket with rounded front borders & a low crowned top hat

Aeneas Coffey's still for the continuous production of spirit
5310072 Aeneas Coffey's still for the continuous production of spirit; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Aeneas Coffey's still for the continuous production of spirit in large quantities)

A single boiler cooker and distiller for sea water, 1850
3330533 A single boiler cooker and distiller for sea water, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a single boiler cooker and distiller for sea water, designed by W.H)

Wallachians Distilling Slievovitz; A Visit to the Danubian Principalities, 1875. Creator: Nelson Boyd
Wallachians Distilling " Slievovitz" ; A Visit to the Danubian Principalities, 1875. [Slivovitz is a type of spirit made from plums

Wine maker and dealer, from The Hindus, or the Description of their Manners
STC439597 Wine maker and dealer, from The Hindus, or the Description of their Manners, Costumes and Ceremonies, c.1808-12 (coloured etching) by Solvyns

An illegal distiller defending his home (colour litho)
2807720 An illegal distiller defending his home (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An illegal distiller defending his home)

Chinese distiller making Cho-Chou or brandy in a vat on a furnace. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin

Recipients of Coronation Honours (b / w photo)
1600738 Recipients of Coronation Honours (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recipients of Coronation Honours)

Illicit Still, Donegal (b / w photo)
2794803 Illicit Still, Donegal (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illicit Still, Donegal)

Distiller (engraving)
2801966 Distiller (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Distiller. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

A worker at the Black and White whisky blending and bottling plant in Stepps in Scotland May 1972

Raboin. emile, Pierre. 41 ans, ne a Ouzoir-sur-Loire (Loiret). Distillateur. Assoc. de malfaiteurs. 28/2/94, 1894

Jamard. Alphonse, Ernest. 51 ans, ne a Paris. Distillateur. Anarchiste. 28 / 2 / 94
Jamard. Alphonse, Ernest. 51 ans, ne a Paris. Distillateur. Anarchiste. 28/2/94. 1894

Police raid on an illicit distillery, 1930. Creator: Unknown
Police raid on an illicit distillery, 1930. La Police Fait Irruption Dans Une Distillerie Clandestine. Officers arrest men at an illegal alcohol distilling operation in Lille, France

Distillers, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot
Distillers of brandy, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

Sir Joseph Mawbey 1st Baronet Portrait English
Sir Joseph Mawbey, 1st Baronet, 1730 - 1798. English politician, member of the House of Commons. From a print by John Dixon after the painting by Robert Edge Pine

Thomas Robert "Tommy"Dewar, 1st Baron Dewar, 1864 - 1930. Scottish whisky distiller
Thomas Robert " Tommy" Dewar, 1st Baron Dewar, 1864 - 1930. Scottish whisky distiller. From The Business Encyclopaedia and Legal Adviser, published 1907

Label for Big Cat, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Old Rampart, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Whipple Creek, Kentucky Corn Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Kentucky Nectar, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, distilled and bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Lick Run, Kentucky Corn Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Water distiller for lifeboats by G. H. Davis
Fresh water from the sea: a simple distiller for lifeboats. The K.M. Distiller, producing fresh water and hot drinks, and other life-saving devices for castaways, in use during the Second World War

Brandy, brandywine distilling. Historic engraving from Denmark. distilling wine, alcohol, caramel colouring, fermenting fruits, eaux-de-vie, fruit flavouring, snifter or tulip glass

distiller with designations AF, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1689

distiller with indications AK, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1689

Distiller with two barrels, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1693

Brandy, brandywine distilling. Historic engraving from Denmark. distilling wine, alcohol, caramel colouring, fermenting fruits, eaux-de-vie, fruit flavouring, snifter or tulip glass

Chemistry experiment, 19th century
Chemistry experiment, 19th-century artwork. The apparatus at left is being used for distillation, with gas-fuelled bunsen burner at far left heating liquids in glass retorts

Water still in a laboratory. The still is used for producing distilled water for use in experiments. Water in the main tank is heated by an element (brown, lower centre)

Distillery, 19th century artwork. Workers participating in various stages of the distillation process. At left, the boiler is being refuelled

Hodges Manual Engine
Hodges manual Fire-engine. It was presented by the inhabitants of Lambeth to Mr F Hodges, a local distiller who maintained an efficient fire- brigade at his own expense!

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"Exploring the Art and History of Distillers: From Gin Lane to Illicit Stills" Step into the captivating world of distillers as we journey through time, uncovering fascinating glimpses into their craft. In 1751, artist William Hogarth's masterpiece "Gin Lane" vividly depicted the social consequences of excessive gin consumption in London. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder of the impact that distilling can have on society. Delving further back in time, we encounter an intriguing image titled "Racial Type / Buchanan, " which offers a glimpse into the diverse cultures involved in distillation practices. The label for Big Cat Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey transports us to America's bourbon heartland, where generations have perfected this beloved spirit. Meanwhile, Whipple Creek Kentucky Corn Whiskey showcases another facet of American distilling heritage – corn-based spirits with deep-rooted traditions. Moving across continents, Nelson Boyd's depiction of Wallachians Distilling Slivovitz takes us on a visit to the Danubian Principalities in 1875, offering insight into Eastern European distillation customs. The artistry and craftsmanship behind wine-making are also celebrated through depictions like "Wine maker and dealer" from The Hindus' description. It highlights how different cultures embrace various forms of distilled beverages as part of their traditions and daily lives. However, not all aspects surrounding distillation were legal or glamorous. An illegal distiller defending his home captures the dangerous allure associated with illicit production methods. Similarly, a Chinese distiller making Cho-Chou or brandy sheds light on unique techniques employed by different regions around the globe. Trade cards such as those featuring James Morton and Charles Bedell remind us that these skilled artisans were not only craftsmen but also entrepreneurs who left their mark on history. Even royalty recognized their contributions; some recipients received Coronation Honours for their exceptional skills within this ancient craft.