Jeffery Collection

CANTERBURY TALES. The beginning of the prologue to Chaucers Canterbury Tales. A 15th century manuscript page

CANTERBURY TALES, c1490. Woodcut of the Knight from the edition of Chaucers Canterbury
CANTERBURY TALES, c1490. Woodcut of the Knight from the edition of Chaucers " Canterbury Tales" printed by Richard Pynson in London, c1490

PROLOGUE: THE KNIGHT. Woodcut from the Prologue to Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales, from William Caxtons second edition, c1484

GEOFFREY CHAUCER (c1340-1400). English poet. Stipple engraving, English, 19th century

Dennis Neilson-Terry and Mary Glynne in a new play, The Honourable Mr Tawnish, based on the novel by Jeffery Farnol, at the Shakespeare Theatre, Liverpool. 1924

Fisticuffs
An advertisement illustration showing two smartly dressed men engaged in a fist fight, two women look on in fright. Date: circa 1939

Jeffery, First Lord Amherst (engraving)
666483 Jeffery, First Lord Amherst (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeffery, First Lord Amherst)

Butchers receipts, J Jeffery, Silverstone, Northants
Butchers receipts, J Jeffery of Silverstone, Northamptonshire, dated 1910, 1929 and 1939. 1910-1939

The Royal Agricultural Societys International Exhibition, Ancient and Modern Implements (engraving)
1099648 The Royal Agricultural Societys International Exhibition, Ancient and Modern Implements (engraving) by English School

Montreal, near Sevenoke, in the County of Kent, from Edward Hasted s, The History and Topographical Survey of the County of Kent, vols. 1-3, 1777-90

Amherst, (1717-1797), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Amherst, (1717-1797), 1830. Jeffery Amherst (1717-1797) officer in the British Army and Commander-in-Chief of the Forces, architect of the Seven Years War and the first British Governor General

He Pointed To A Rusty Iron Staple, 1928. Creator: Charles Edmund Brock
" He Pointed To A Rusty Iron Staple", 1928. Illustration originally published in " The Broad Highway" by Jeffery Farnol, [Sampson Low]

Jeffery Farnol (1878-1952), English author, early 20th century. Farnol, along with Georgette Heyer, was responsible for the Regency romantic genre of novel writing

MUTT AND JEFF, 1907. The comic strip cartoon characters created by H.C. Bud Fisher in 1907

John Jeffery
JOHN JEFFERY English churchman, archdeacon of Norwich Date: 1647 - 1720

VANCOUVER ISLAND, 1778. Captain James Cook at Nootka Sound, Vancouver Island, Canada, in 1778. Drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

CANADIAN MOUNTIES, 1873. Officers of the North West Mounted Police, 1873. Pen-and-ink drawing by C.W. Jefferys

CANADA: JESUIT MISSIONARY. A Jesuit missionary preaching to the Native Americans in 17th century Canada. Line drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

JACQUES CARTIER at the Huron-Iroquois village of Hochelaga (at present-day Montreal) in 1535, where he learned from the Native Americans that silver and gold could be found nearby

FRONTIER TRADING POST. A trading post on the colonial frontier. Drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

THE CANTERBURY TALES. Woodcut of the Knight in Chaucers Canterbury Tales
THE CANTERBURY TALES. Woodcut of the Knight in Chaucers " Canterbury Tales" from the edition printed at London, c.1490, by Richard Pynson

CHAUCER: CANTERBURY TALES. The beginning of the Prologue to Geoffrey Chaucer s
CHAUCER: CANTERBURY TALES. The beginning of the Prologue to Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales in William Caxtons second edition, c1484

FRENCH & INDIAN WAR, 1758. The Marquis de Montcalm and his French troops repulse the British attack led by General James Abercrombie at Fort Carillon (later Fort Ticonderoga), 8 July 1758

Rambler automobile factory, Kenosha, Wisconsin, USA
Aerial view of the Rambler automobile factory, Kenosha, Wisconsin, USA. It later became the Jeffery factory, and later still Nash Motors. Date: circa 1910

FRONTIER MAIL COACH, c1830. A mail coach makes its way over muddy roads on the Canadian frontier, c1830: illustration by C.W. Jefferys

JOHN CABOT (c1450-c1499). Ital: Giovanni Caboto, Italian explorer and navigator. On his ship " Mathew" off the coast of Newfoundland in 1497: drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

ROALD AMUNDSEN (1872-1928). Norwegian polar explorer, with his crew navigating the northwest passage in the 47-ton sloop Gjoa, 1903-06. Drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

WOLFE AT QUEBEC, 1759. General James Wolfe leading the British thin red line into battle against the French on the Plains of Abraham outside Quebec City, 13 September 1759. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

HABITATION OF QUEBEC, 1608. Drawing by Charles W. Jefferys after an engraving in the works of Samuel de Champlain

JACQUES CARTIER (1491-1557). French sailor and explorer. Cartier with his men meeting with the Hurons and Iroquois of the St. Lawrence River in 1535. Illustration by C.W. Jefferys

PIERRE ESPRIT RADISSON (c1636-c1710). French fur trader and explorer. Radisson and Medard Chouart, Sieur des Groseilliers, exploring the Hudson Bay region of Canada. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

Whiteleys Original Hidden Hand Co. by Jno. B. Jeffery Pr. & Eng. 1884, woodcut, color

Harry M. Clark, manager. Poster advertising manager of the play, The hidden hand. By Jno. B. Jeffery Pr. & Eng. 1884

A vieu of Plymouth, engraving 1780, Lord Amherst, Lieutenant General of the Ordnance, wearing military uniform, looking into a peepshow for a view of the progress of the war in America

Portrait of a Woman, Possibly Frances Cotton, Lady Montagu, of Boughton Castle, Northamptonshire An Unknown Woman Called Elizabeth, Wife of Edward, Lord Montagu of Boughton Inscribed in artists hand

CANADIAN MOUNTIES, 1873. Officers of the North West Mounted Police, 1873. Pen-and-ink drawing by C.W. Jefferys

CANADA: BRITISH EMIGRANTS. British emigrants aboard a ship to Canada, seeking to escape the economic depression in Great Britain in the aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars, c1830

PILGRIMS TO CANTERBURY. Detail of an English illuminated manuscript, c1400

SIEUR de LA VERENDRYE (1685-1749). French Canadian explorer. Drawing by C. W. Jefferys
SIEUR de LA VERENDRYE (1685-1749). French Canadian explorer. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN (1567-1635). French explorer in North America. Champlain taking an observation with his astrolabe on the Ottawa River in 1613. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

CHAUCER: TITLE PAGE. Title page of first collected edition of Geoffrey Chaucers Works, c1532

VANCOUVER ISLAND, 1778. Captain James Cook at Nootka Sound, Vancouver Island, Canada, in 1778. Drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

JOHN CABOT (1450-1498). Italian navigator and explorer. Cabot and his ship Mathew off the coast of Newfoundland in 1497. pen and ink drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

COMIC: MUTT & JEFF, 1918. Panels from a Mutt & Jeff comic strip by H. C. Bud Fisher
COMIC: MUTT & JEFF, 1918. Panels from a Mutt & Jeff comic strip by H.C. Bud Fisher, 1918

CANTERBURY TALES, 1478. The first page of the first printed edition of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales, printed by William Caxton in 1478

CHAUCER: CANTERBURY TALES. A page from the early 15th century Lansdowne manuscript of Chaucers Canterbury Tales showing the beginning of the Merchants Tale

THE SQUIRE. Woodcut from the Prologue to Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales, from William Caxtons second edition, c1484

CANTERBURY TALES. Tale of Melibeus from a c1450-60 manuscript of Chaucers Canterbury Tales

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"Jeffery: Unraveling the Tales of a Timeless Poet" Step into the enchanting world of Geoffrey Chaucer, an English poet whose words have transcended centuries. From the woodcuts depicting his renowned Canterbury Tales to the intricate illuminations in manuscripts, Chaucer's literary genius continues to captivate hearts and minds. In this captivating journey, we delve into the prologue of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, where he introduces us to a diverse cast of characters. Among them is the valiant Knight, portrayed with striking detail in woodcut illustrations from that era. These engravings bring forth his noble presence and chivalrous spirit. Geoffrey Chaucer himself comes alive through 19th-century stipple engravings and line drawings inspired by illuminated manuscripts like Ellesmere. His poetic prowess shines through these artistic renditions as they capture his essence and immortalize his legacy. Beyond literature, Jeffery takes on various forms across time and space. From fisticuffs depicted in theatrical plays featuring Dennis Neilson-Terry and Mary Glynne to historical figures like John Jeffery or First Lord Amherst engraved for posterity, there are countless echoes of this name throughout history. Even mundane aspects find their place within Jeffery's realm - butchers' receipts bearing J Jeffery's name from Silverstone, Northants remind us that everyday life intertwines with grand narratives. The Royal Agricultural Society's International Exhibition showcases ancient and modern implements that shaped our agricultural heritage - perhaps even inspiring some tales told by Chaucer himself. Finally, we glimpse Montreal near Sevenoke in Kent County through Edward Hasted's historical account - a testament to how places can bear witness to stories yet untold. As we unravel the tapestry woven around "Jeffery, " it becomes clear that this name carries profound significance across different realms - be it literature or daily life.