Greats Collection

Jack Hobbs by Smithson Broadhead
Jack Hobbs (Sir John Berry Hobbs), English cricketer (1882-1963), in a painting by W. Smithson Broadhead, specially done for The Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News in 1925

Deteriorating army of Darius the Great in desert - According to Polyaenus, Sirakes, a pastor of Saka, mislead Darius the Greats army to desert for death

Madame Tussaud, literary corner, the grand hall (b / w photo)
3643266 Madame Tussaud, literary corner, the grand hall (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Tussaud, literary corner, the grand hall)

The Seeds and Fruit of English Poetry, 1845 (oil on canvas)
AMO98733 The Seeds and Fruit of English Poetry, 1845 (oil on canvas) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 34x46 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Peter the Great House at Deptford 1850
Peter the Great House at Deptford. near the docks was the seat of john Evelyn called Says or Sayes Court, where Peter the Great

The Old Water Gate, Thames Embankment, London and part-view of the House in which Peter the Great (of Russia) lived whilst resident in the capital. Date: circa 1910s

1690 / Boyars Robes Cut
Peter the Greats policy of Westernisation includes a decree that courtiers and officials wear Western clothes. Thus the long robes of the Boyars are shortened. Date: 1698

1690 / Boyars Sleeves Cut
Peter the Greats policy of Westernisation includes a decree that courtiers and officials wear Western clothes. Here he cuts the long sleeves of the Boyars. Date: 1698

CHARLEMAGNE or CHARLES I (742-814). King of the Franks and the Lombards (768-814) and Holy Roman Emperor (800-814). Charles the Greats throne. Carolingian art. GERMANY. NORTH RHINE-WESTPHALIA

Sarcofagus following a crystalline style (Roman art), 4th c. It was Alfonso III the Greats sarcofagus. From left to right, the scenes are: 1. - The resurrection of Lazarus, 2

Frederick the Greats Mausoleum, Potsdam, Berlin, Germany. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Benzine motor
Photograph captioned The new power and the old potenate; Benzine motor adopted for use in the Russian army passing Peter the Greats statue

English Coronation Stone
The English Coronation Stone, Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey, dating back to 901. Alfred the Greats son Edward the Elder was the first of seven Saxon kings to be crowned on it

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"Unveiling the Legends: A Glimpse into the Greats" Step into a world where greatness knows no bounds. From the masterful strokes of Jack Hobbs by Smithson Broadhead to the haunting sight of Darius the Great's deteriorating army in the desert, history unfolds before your eyes. In Madame Tussaud's literary corner, immerse yourself in a grand hall filled with black and white photographs that whisper tales of forgotten brilliance. As you admire "The Seeds and Fruit of English Poetry" on canvas, feel the essence of creativity blooming through time. Transporting you further back, Peter the Great House at Deptford 1850 stands as a testament to an era long gone. The Old Water Gate on Thames Embankment invites you to witness London's rich heritage etched upon its weathered stones. Traveling even deeper into history, discover Boyars Robes Cut in 1690 - an exquisite display of craftsmanship that reflects aristocratic elegance. And right beside it, Boyars Sleeves Cut unveils intricate details woven with utmost precision. Returning to Madame Tussaud's grand hall captured in black and white photography once more, let your gaze fall upon Fred Perry - a symbol of sporting excellence that transcends generations. But our journey doesn't end there; we delve further back to encounter CHARLEMAGNE or CHARLES I (742-814), King whose legacy echoes through centuries past. Finally, behold Sarcofagus following a crystalline style from ancient Rome - an artifact shrouded in mystery and wonder that whispers secrets lost within its crystal walls. These they have left their indelible mark on humanity’s tapestry – each one representing triumphs, struggles, and timeless inspiration. Join us as we unravel their stories and pay homage to those who shaped our world.