Leicester Collection (page 9)

William Shakespeare: Wolsey, Leicester Abbey (Henry VIII) (engraved illustration)
" Beautiful Victorian illustrations depicting famous scenes from Shakespeares plays.Wolsey at Leicester Abbey (from William Shakespeares Henry VIII). C W Cope (Artist), W Greatbach (Engraver)

Drawing of the rose window at Chartres: Simon de Montfort (colour litho)
LSE3089852 Drawing of the rose window at Chartres: Simon de Montfort (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Simon de Montfort)

Old Town Hall, Leicester (b / w photo)
5200238 Old Town Hall, Leicester (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Town Hall, Leicester)

Visit of the Prince of Wales to Leicester (engraving)
1623791 Visit of the Prince of Wales to Leicester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of the Prince of Wales to Leicester)

The Earl of Leicester (colour litho)
612188 The Earl of Leicester (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Leicester, Agriculture, 4 Augsut 1883)

The Bar Point-to-Point Steeplechase, 12 April (litho)
1629596 The Bar Point-to-Point Steeplechase, 12 April (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bar Point-to-Point Steeplechase, 12 April, Events and Competitors)

Discovery of Ancient Wall Paintings (engraving)
1096150 Discovery of Ancient Wall Paintings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Discovery of Ancient Wall Paintings)

Billsdon Grammar School, trade card (engraving)
731622 Billsdon Grammar School, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Billsdon Grammar School, trade card)

St Mary, Leicester (colour litho)
2803320 St Mary, Leicester (colour litho) by Corner, Sidney (active 1880-1889); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Mary, Leicester)

King Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, near Leicester, 22 August 1485, towards the end of the Wars of the Roses (1455-1487). Date: 1485

No Quarter to Traitors - Prince Edward (later King Edward I) fighting against Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, at the Battle of Evesham, 4 August 1265, part of the Second Barons War (1264-1267)

Leicester Square, London Date: circa 1900

The Countess of Leicester tears up her husbands letter in the presence of Varney
3037004 The Countess of Leicester tears up her husbands letter in the presence of Varney and Foster, illustration from Kenilworth, c.1910 (colour litho) by Ford

Amy examines the Earl of Leicesters orders, illustration from Kenilworth, c
3037000 Amy examines the Earl of Leicesters orders, illustration from Kenilworth, c.1910 (colour litho) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

Three improved Leicesters in a pen at 1858 Smithfield Club Christmas Show
3036017 Three improved Leicesters in a pen at 1858 Smithfield Club Christmas Show, 1858 (oil on canvas) by Vine, John (c.1809-67); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Three Meers, Permanent Address: 14 Leicester Street, London - new tricks for 1910, a surprise for 1911, up to date ideas for 1912, and some more for 1913. Date: 1910

Shirley Kellogg in Razzle Dazzle! - a revue by Albert de Courville, Wal Pink and Basil Macdonald Hastings, with music by Herman Darewski and Manuel Klein

Fat and Lean - Daniel Lambert contrasted with a thin woman seated on his knee
3106941 Fat and Lean - Daniel Lambert contrasted with a thin woman seated on his knee, 1806 (engraving) by Williams, C. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Old Bow Bridge, Leicester (engraving)
1612737 The Old Bow Bridge, Leicester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Bow Bridge, Leicester)

Photograph of Leicester PH, Picadilly Circus, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

New Members of the New House of Commons (engraving)
1603366 New Members of the New House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the New House of Commons)

A Communist Club-Room in Leicester Square
A Communist club-room in Leicester Square - French refugees in London

Members who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b / w photo)
1600296 Members who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members who did not sit in the Last Parliament)

Members of the House of Commons who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b / w photo)
1600252 Members of the House of Commons who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Strength in Bronze, sculptures by Dora Gordine
Page from The Graphic reporting on the bronze sculptures by a young Russian girl, Dora Gordine, at the Leicester Galleries in 1928. Date: 1928

Dolls of the children of the Earl and Countess of Leicester
Dolls representing the children of the Earl and Countess of Leicester on a satin coverlet. Wooden dolls dressed by the young Princess Victoria

Dolls of the babies of courtier Alice, Countess of Rothesay
Dolls representing the twin babies of courtier Alice, Countess of Rothesay, in a cradle of satin and lace. Wooden dolls dressed by the young Princess Victoria

Queen Elizabeth wooden doll dressed by young Princess
Queen Elizabeth, a wooden doll dressed by young Princess Victoria after the character played by Zoe Beaupre in the ballet Kenilworth with crown, pearls and golden dress

The Earl and Countess of Leicester dressed by Princess
The Earl and Countess of Leicester dolls dressed by young Princess Victoria after characters in the ballet Kenilworth. Mlle. Porphirin Brocard danced the role of Amy Robsart, Lady Leicester

Catherine Countess of Claremont doll dressed by Princess
Catherine Countess of Claremont doll dressed by young Princess Victoria. Color plate after an illustration by Alan Wright from Frances H. Lows Queen Victorias Dolls, George Newness, London, 1894

The National Provincial Branch Bank of England, Leicester (engraving)
1589037 The National Provincial Branch Bank of England, Leicester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Provincial Branch Bank of England)

Phoenix engine by Robert Stephenson & Co for the Railway. Side elevation, line drawing. Date: 1832

Samson engine by Robert Stephenson & Co for the Railway. Side elevation, line drawing. Date: 1833

Atlas engine by Robert Stephenson & Co for the Railway. Side elevation, line drawing. Date: 1834

Comet engine by Robert Stephenson & Co for the Railway. Side elevation, line drawing. Date: 1832

Liverpool engine by E Bury & Co for the Railway. Side elevation, line drawing. Date: 1834

The first ten engines constructed for the L&S Railway
Table listing the first ten engines constructed for the L&S Railway, 1832-1839. Detailing: name and number of engine; name of maker; makers number; date when delivered (in steam)

Leicester Poor Childrens Holiday Homes, Girls Home
Children outside one of the girls homes, part of Leicester Poor Childrens Holiday Homes. Date: Date unknown

Leicester Poor Childrens Holiday Home, Mablethorpe
Girls in a dormitory at the Leicester Poor Childrens Holiday Home, Mablethorpe. Date: circa 1950

Leicestershire (engraving)
6003551 Leicestershire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leicestershire. Illustration for The Childrens Friend (1872).); © Look and Learn; English

Roman mosaic pavement found at Blackfriars, Leicester. 2nd century

Exhibition of needlework by Mary Linwood, London
Exhibition of needlework by Mary Linwood (1755-1845) at Old Savile House, Leicester Square, London. early 19th century

Circus poster with clown and acrobats. 20th century

Circus poster with ringmaster, clowns and acrobats. 20th century

House of the Fifteenth Century, at Leicester. In which it is said Richard III slept the night before the Battle of
663255 House of the Fifteenth Century, at Leicester. In which it is said Richard III slept the night before the Battle of Bosworth (engraving) by English School

Reproduction of Signatures of the Tudors and their Court from
STC146720 Reproduction of Signatures of the Tudors and their Court from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (pen and ink on paper) by Essex

New Coventry Street, Leicester Square, London
New building in New Coventry Street, Leicester Square, London, one of several public improvements made during 1845. Date: 1845

View inside Penshurst Castle, Tonbridge, Kent, by this time accessible via the new railway from London to Dover. From left to right can be seen the Elizabeth Gallery, Barrack Room, Prison

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Discover the rich history and vibrant spirit through its captivating art, iconic stadiums, and unforgettable moments. Step into the heart of sporting greatness at King Power Stadium Art, home to the legendary Leicester City Football Club. Feel the energy as you explore Filbert Street Art, a tribute to Leicester City's former ground that witnessed countless victories. Immerse yourself in rugby heritage at Welford Road Stadium Art, where the mighty Leicester Tigers have left their mark on the city's sporting legacy. Transport yourself back to the 1950s with a vintage poster advertising a Cooks Tours railway excursion, capturing an era of leisurely travel and exploration. Join in on promotion celebrations that echo throughout Leicester's streets, filling them with joyous cheers and jubilant spirits. Take in breathtaking views from Soho in London atop a rooftop terrace, offering an enchanting perspective of this bustling metropolis. Indulge your imagination with brochure illustrations by W Barratt & Co Ltd from Northampton – each stroke bringing life to unseen wonders waiting to be discovered. Witness Miss Dorothy Paget's Golden Miller thundering across racetracks as it captivates audiences with its grace and power. Reflect upon history's sacrifices as British soldiers stand alongside tanks in trenches during World War I at Ribecourt, France – reminding us of our collective resilience. Marvel at The Kings Mill nestled within Castle Donington, Leicestershire – an architectural gem steeped in timeless beauty. Leicester is more than just a city; it is a tapestry woven together by artistry, triumphs on fields and tracks alike, historical landmarks standing tall against time’s passage. Come experience all that this remarkable place has to offer.