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Frank William Collection

Frank William was a skilled craftsman and creator of various unique items during the late 1930s and early 1940s

Background imageFrank William Collection: Whaler Lamp, 1938. Creator: William Frank

Whaler Lamp, 1938. Creator: William Frank
Whaler Lamp, 1938

Background imageFrank William Collection: Toleware Tin Cannister, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank

Toleware Tin Cannister, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank
Toleware Tin Cannister, c. 1937

Background imageFrank William Collection: Toleware Tin Coffee Pot, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank

Toleware Tin Coffee Pot, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank
Toleware Tin Coffee Pot, c. 1937

Background imageFrank William Collection: Two Spouted Torch, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank

Two Spouted Torch, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank
Two Spouted Torch, c. 1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Trap Gun, c. 1936. Creator: William Frank

Trap Gun, c. 1936. Creator: William Frank
Trap Gun, c. 1936

Background imageFrank William Collection: Wagon Makers Chisel, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank

Wagon Makers Chisel, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank
Wagon Makers Chisel, c. 1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Toleware Tea Caddy, c. 1938. Creator: William Frank

Toleware Tea Caddy, c. 1938. Creator: William Frank
Toleware Tea Caddy, c. 1938

Background imageFrank William Collection: Skillet, 1938. Creator: William Frank

Skillet, 1938. Creator: William Frank
Skillet, 1938

Background imageFrank William Collection: Snubber for Bull, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank

Snubber for Bull, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank
Snubber for Bull, c. 1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Log Marker, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William Frank

Log Marker, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William Frank
Log Marker, 1935/1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Pewter Doll, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank

Pewter Doll, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank
Pewter Doll, c. 1937

Background imageFrank William Collection: Handmade Auger, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank

Handmade Auger, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank
Handmade Auger, c. 1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Hawsing Iron, 1939. Creator: William Frank

Hawsing Iron, 1939. Creator: William Frank
Hawsing Iron, 1939

Background imageFrank William Collection: Jug, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank

Jug, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank
Jug, c. 1937

Background imageFrank William Collection: Gingham Doll, c. 1938. Creator: William Frank

Gingham Doll, c. 1938. Creator: William Frank
Gingham Doll, c. 1938

Background imageFrank William Collection: Colonial Lamp, 1938. Creator: William Frank

Colonial Lamp, 1938. Creator: William Frank
Colonial Lamp, 1938

Background imageFrank William Collection: Clock (Chronometer), 1941. Creator: William Frank

Clock (Chronometer), 1941. Creator: William Frank
Clock (Chronometer), 1941

Background imageFrank William Collection: Cleaver, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William Frank

Cleaver, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William Frank
Cleaver, 1935/1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Cranberry Harvesting Scoop, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank

Cranberry Harvesting Scoop, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank
Cranberry Harvesting Scoop, c. 1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Chopping Knife, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank

Chopping Knife, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank
Chopping Knife, c. 1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Nut Head Doll #2, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William Frank

Nut Head Doll #2, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William Frank
Nut Head Doll #2, 1935/1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Babys Shoe, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank

Babys Shoe, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank
Babys Shoe, c. 1937

Background imageFrank William Collection: Bullet Mold, c. 1940. Creator: William Frank

Bullet Mold, c. 1940. Creator: William Frank
Bullet Mold, c. 1940

Background imageFrank William Collection: Anchor Trip Hook, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank

Anchor Trip Hook, c. 1942. Creator: William Frank
Anchor Trip Hook, c. 1942

Background imageFrank William Collection: Library of Captain Harvey, Hampstead, c1903. Artist: Frank William Brookman

Library of Captain Harvey, Hampstead, c1903. Artist: Frank William Brookman
Library of Captain Harvey, Hampstead, c1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1903-4, edited by William Gamble. [A. W. Penrose & Co. London, 1903-4]

Background imageFrank William Collection: The Music-Room, Captain Harveys House, Hampstead, c1903. Artist: Frank William Brookman

The Music-Room, Captain Harveys House, Hampstead, c1903. Artist: Frank William Brookman
The Music-Room, Captain Harveys House, Hampstead, c1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1903-4, edited by William Gamble. [A. W. Penrose & Co. London, 1903-4]


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Frank William was a skilled craftsman and creator of various unique items during the late 1930s and early 1940s. His talent knew no bounds, as evident from his diverse creations. The Whaler Lamp, designed in 1938 by William Frank, exudes an aura of maritime elegance that transports you to the golden age of seafaring adventures. Toleware Tin Cannister and Coffee Pot, both crafted around 1937, showcase Frank's attention to detail and commitment to functional artistry. One cannot help but marvel at the ingenuity behind Frank's Two Spouted Torch from circa 1942 - a testament to his innovative spirit. Equally impressive is the Trap Gun he created in 1936; it stands as a symbol of his craftsmanship merging with practicality. Frank's expertise extended beyond household items; he also excelled in tools such as the Wagon Makers Chisel (c. 1942) and Handmade Auger (c. 1942). These instruments bear witness to his dedication towards producing high-quality implements for fellow craftsmen. Intriguingly, even everyday objects like Toleware Tea Caddy (1938), Skillet (1938), Snubber for Bull (c. 1942), Log Marker (1935/1942), and Pewter Doll (c. 1937) were transformed into works of art under Frank's skillful hands. Frank William left an indelible mark on history through his exceptional creations - each piece reflecting not only his technical prowess but also capturing the essence of its purpose or era beautifully.