Hughes Collection

Jane Russell in The French Line (1954) - an RKO Radio Picture. Directed by Howard Hughes Date: 1954

South Condurrow Mine, Camborne, Cornwall. June 1908
Mill at the 130 level. Miner guiding ore into trolley from above. Carpenters saw hanging from the side of chute framework. Pieces of loose timber standing nearby

Flashman and Tom

Dream Idyll (A Valkyrie), 1902, (1905) Artist: Edward Robert Hughes
Dream Idyll (A Valkyrie), 1902. From The Connoisseur 1905 [Otto Limited, London, 1905.]

CHARLES EVANS HUGHES (1862-1948). American jurist. Steel engraving, c1930

LANGSTON HUGHES (1902-1967). American writer. Oil over a photograph, 1939, by Carl Van Vechten

The Long Engagement, 1859. Artist: Arthur Hughes
The Long Engagement, 1859. Found in the collection of the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

Midsummer Eve, c1871-1914. Artist: Edward Robert Hughes
Midsummer Eve, c1871-1914

Prince Andrew in Caricature
Prince Andrew, Duke of York (b. 1960), caricatured by David Hughes wearing his naval uniform. Date: 1986

Viaduct across the Sankey Valley, 1831 (colour aquatints, partly hand-coloured)
1198423 Viaduct across the Sankey Valley, 1831 (colour aquatints, partly hand-coloured) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77) (after); 26.5x66 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

April Love by Arthur Hughes, Pre-Raphaelite artist. 19th century

Meeting at the Guildhall on Behalf of the Jews in Russia, 18
Engraving showing a meeting held at the Guidhall, London, in 1890 to raise funds on behalf of Russian Jews. The prominent figures shown are (from left to right)

Leonara Hughes, 1921
The famous cabaret / ballroom dancer Leonara Hughes, partner to Maurice Mouvet wearing a moleskin wrap from Selfridge s, 1921 Date: 1921

Ball-room dancing at the Piccadilly Hotel, London
Londons most popular partners, Miss Leonora Hughes and Mr Maurice, giving an exhibition dance during supper at the Piccadilly Hotel

Female Munitions Workers
The Australian Premier, William Hughes, reviews female munitions workers at Cardiff, escorted by Phyllis Ayrton

Transmitting table and keyboard of the Hughes printing telegraph, 1859
3479595 Transmitting table and keyboard of the Hughes printing telegraph, 1859; (add.info.: Transmitting table and keyboard of the Hughes printing telegraph, 1859.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

"Black Horse Cavalry" under the leadership of "Woodruff", 1910
1576170 "Black Horse Cavalry" under the leadership of "Woodruff", 1910; (add.info.: The charge of the Black Brigade' "Black Horse Cavalry" under the leadership of)

Hughes microphone, 1879
3479288 Hughes microphone, 1879; (add.info.: Various views of Hughes microphone, dated November 1879.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Hughes' microphone, 1879
3479401 Hughes' microphone, 1879; (add.info.: Various views of Hughes' microphone. Dated November 1879.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Carbon microphone, invented in 1878 by David Edward Hughes (1831-1900), English inventor. From R
537741 Carbon microphone, invented in 1878 by David Edward Hughes (1831-1900), English inventor. From R. Wormell Electricity in the Service of ManLondon, 1890

Alan Hughes Master Of Ceremonies World Snooker Champs The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield 19 April 2004 Date: 19 April 2004

Travelling on the Liverpool and Machester Railway, 1831, (1945). Creator: SG Hughes
Travelling on the Liverpool and Machester Railway, 1831, (1945). Steam locomotives on the Liverpool & Manchester Railway (L&MR)

A natural arch in the rocks at Nanjizal, St Levan, Cornwall. 1907
The wife of one of the photographic club members stands in the arch with a waterfall in the background. Nanjizal is also known as Mill Bay. Photographer: T. Mitchell

Hughie Green - British Actor and Television Presenter
Hughie Green (1920-1997) - British Actor and Television Presenter. By the age of 14 Hughie Green had his own BBC radio show and created

View of cove looking out to sea, Portloe, Veryan, Cornwall. July 1912
Boats and fishermen on the beach, including FH123 on the slipway. There are several figures in view including three boys and a dog

MG Magnettes of Henry Leslie Brooke and Bill Hughes, JCC International Trophy, Brooklands, 1937
MG Magnette 1087S cc. No: 24 Driver: Brooke, H.L. Background MG Magnette 1087S cc. No: 26 Driver: Hughes, W. Place: Brooklands. J.C.C. International Trophy. Date: 2.8.37

The Duchess of Marlborough and the Marquess of Blandford
Consuelo Vanderbilt (1877 - 1964), American heiress and first wife of Charles Spencer-Churchill, 9th Duke of Marlborough. She married the duke in 1895 after being coerced into the marriage by her

Hughes XF-11 44-70156, 2nd proto Type. First flight 5 April 1947 by Howard Hughes. Arrived at Eglin Field, Florida, in December 1948 from Wright Field, Ohio

The Nativity, 1858. Creator: Arthur Hughes
The Nativity, 1858

The Valkyres Vigil, 1906. Private Collection

Queen Victoria in the dress she wore at her Golden Jubilee service, 1887. Artist: Hughes & Mullins
Queen Victoria in the dress she wore at her Golden Jubilee service, 1887. Victoria (1819-1901), the longest reigning British monarch

Environs of London

Boo-Hooray Music Cover
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for Boo-Hooray, words and music by Jimmy Hughes and Fred Godfrey, featured and broadcast by Henry Hall, who can be seen in the portrait photograph

The Plough Team
A watercolour painting which shows the strength of a team of three workhorses pulling along a plough, with a farmer standing just behind as they crest the hill. Date: circa 1923

The Hussey
A watercolour painting of a mischevious looking girl powdering her nose at a dressing table mirror, three of her friends are standing behind her. Date: 1921

Audrey
A portrait oil painting of a girl, Audrey Hughes, sat casually on the edge of a bed, wearing a blue check patterned dress, with a half eaten cake of biscuit in her hand. Date: circa 1919

The Nevinson Room, Studio Club
A watercolour painting in stark colours, looking down at at the interior of The Nevinson Room, where a gathering of men and women are having tea at some tables

Restaurant
A painting which depicts the scene of a busy two tiered restaurant, people can be seen happily drinking and dining at the tables, from both the ground floor and first floor. Date: circa 1916

Unrepentant
A simple illustration of two figures looking fairly smug, with no regrets in the world. Date: circa 1916

Clown Couple
This illustration shows a happy looking man and woman wearing baggy clown costumes. Date: circa 1915

Colour Magazine Poster Gallery Page
A poster design used as a promotion of Colour Magazine's poster gallery, depicting a gentleman wearing a matching yellow suit and top hat, with a monocle

Radiograph used by Titanic officer Harold Godfrey Lowe
White Star Line, RMS Titanic - Henry Hughes & Son boxed radiograph used by Fifth Officer Harold Godfrey Lowe. 10 inches. Date: early 20th century

Ocean Liners - items from collection of Miss Irwin
Ocean Liners - fascinating extensive collection of Lancastria printed ephemera, Canadian Pacific, Canberra collected by Miss Irwin, later Mrs Hughes around 1933. Date: circa 1930s

Teak footstool recycled from a ship
Teak footstool with small plaque Made by the Hughes Bolckow Shipbreaking Company from teak taken from Esperance Bay. 17.5 inches. Date: 20th century

Cunard Line - teak coffee table recycled from a ship
Cunard Line - teak circular coffee table with small plaque Made by the Hughes Bolckow Shipbreaking Company from teak taken from R.M.S. Aquitania. 22 inches. Date: 20th century

Captain John Treasure Jones Archive - sextant
Captain Treasure Jones Archive - a Henry Hughes and Son Husun sextant that was the personal property of Captain Jones. The sextant was used and remained with him through his career

Cunard Line, table from RMS Aquitania
Cunard Line - teak coffee table bearing brass label Hughes Bolckow Shipbreaking Company, teak taken from RMS Aquitania'. 32 x 19 inches. (2 of 2)

Davis Cup Tennis
Scenes from the Second Round of the Davis Cup tennis contest, played between Great Britain and Rumania in Torquay. This year, Britain ultimately made it through to the semi-finals

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"Hughes: A Multifaceted Legacy of Art, Literature, and Justice" From the sultry allure of Jane Russell in The French Line to the depths of South Condurrow Mine in Cornwall, Hughes captivates with its diverse range. In the realm of art, Edward Robert Hughes mesmerizes us with Dream Idyll (A Valkyrie), a masterpiece that transports us to ethereal realms. Meanwhile, Arthur Hughes enchants our hearts with his tender portrayal in April Love and The Long Engagement. But it's not just visual arts that bear the name Hughes. Charles Evans Hughes emerges as an eminent American jurist whose steel engraving captures his unwavering commitment to justice. Hughes extends beyond borders and genres; Langston Hughes stands tall as an influential American writer who fearlessly tackled social issues through his poignant words. Carl Van Vechten immortalizes him through oil over a photograph - a testament to their shared passion for artistic expression. Yet, there is more to discover within this vast tapestry. Viaduct across the Sankey Valley takes us on a journey back in time while Prince Andrew's caricature adds a touch of humor amidst historical events. Finally, Meeting at the Guildhall on Behalf of Jews in Russia reminds us of humanity's capacity for compassion and unity even during challenging times. Through these glimpses into various aspects bearing the name "Hughes, " we are reminded that this legacy encompasses far more than meets the eye – it intertwines artistry, justice, literature, history, and empathy into one captivating narrative.