Marr Collection

JAMES DOUGLAS (1358-1388). 2nd Earl of Douglas and Mar. Scottish statesman. The death of Douglas at the Battle of Otterburn. Oil on canvas by Charles Landseer (1799-1879)

Ernest Shackleton with James Marr and Norman Mooney, 1921, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Ernest Shackleton with James Marr and Norman Mooney, 1921, (1935). British explorer Shackleton (1874-1922) with boy scouts Marr and Mooney, specially chosen to accompany the expedition

Advert, The Marr Typefounding Co Ltd, Edinburgh
Advert, The Marr Typefounding Co Ltd, Macdonald Road, Edinburgh, Scotland. 1905

Advert, Hamilton, Marr & Co, Timber Merchants, Glasgow
Advert for Hamilton, Marr & Co, Timber Merchants, Govan Saw Mills, Govan, Glasgow, Scotland. 1905

A man seated in a chair on a stepped platform holds an audience, two pointing men stand in the foreground, from a series of five illustrations after Jacques Philippe Joseph de Saint-Quentin for The

Doncaster DN5 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Doncaster DN5 7

SD Marrs Tracta open sports and R Peatys Singer open 4-seater at the JCC Half-Day Trial, 1930
Tracta Open sports, 1929 1481 cc.Reg. No. UW118. Entry No: 25. Driver: Marr, S.D. Background: Singer Open 4-seater. 848 cc.Reg. No. OU9988. Entry No: 24. Driver: Peaty, R. J.C.C. Half-day Trial

Cleveland Petrol Station, Marr, South Yorkshire, 1963. Artist: Michael Walters
Cleveland Petrol Station, Marr, South Yorkshire, 1963. An early 1960s petrol station in the village of Marr, close to the A1 between Doncaster and Barnsley

Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton Seen Here With The Two Boy Scouts, Norman Mooney (Left) And James William Slessor Marr (Right), Who Accompanied Him On The Shackleton

EDWARD RICKENBACKER (1890-1973). American aviator. Officers of the 94th Aero Pursuit Squadron: Lieutenants Rickenbacker and Douglas Campbell and Captain Kenneth Marr

Picture No. 10863186
Birrarung Marr Park, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Date:

Picture No. 10863187
Federation Bells at Birrarung Marr Park: the 39 bells are computer-controlled and ring daily. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Date:

Augustine of Hippo / Marr
SAINT AUGUSTINE OF HIPPO and his vision whilst writing in the garden. Date: 354 - 430

JOHN ERSKINE (1675-1732). 22nd Earl of Mar. Scottish Jacobite military leader and politician. Mezzotint and line engraving, 18th century, after the painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller

Marr Street, Tunis, Tunisia. Date ca. 1899

The Illumination of Edinburgh Old Town to celebrate the Marr
Engraving showing the illumination of the Old Town, Edinburgh, 23rd January 1874. This grand display was to celebrate the marriage of the Duke of Edinburgh, second son of Queen Victoria

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In this captivating collection of images, we catch glimpses of the enigmatic figure known as Marr. From historical encounters to advertisements and snapshots in time, Marr's presence is felt across various realms. One photograph takes us back to 1921 when Ernest Shackleton stands alongside James Marr and Norman Mooney. The trio appears united, perhaps embarking on a daring expedition or sharing tales of adventure. Their camaraderie hints at shared experiences that have shaped their lives. Moving forward to 1935, an advert for The Marr Typefounding Co Ltd in Edinburgh catches our attention. This glimpse into the world of typography sparks curiosity about the craftsmanship behind printed words and its impact on communication. Another advert introduces Hamilton, Marr & Co - Timber Merchants based in Glasgow. We imagine a bustling timber yard where woodworkers skillfully shape raw materials into functional pieces that stand the test of time. A man seated on a stepped platform holds an audience captive while two men point towards something unseen. What knowledge or story lies at the center of their attention? It remains a mystery waiting to be unraveled. Doncaster DN5 7 Map provides geographical context, reminding us that even within mundane details lie hidden stories waiting to be discovered. The JCC Half-Day Trial in 1930 showcases SD Marrs Tracta open sports car and R Peatys Singer open 4-seater vehicle racing through challenging terrains. These machines embody speed, thrill, and human determination pushing boundaries against nature's obstacles. A petrol station named "Marr" emerges from South Yorkshire's landscape in 1963 captured by artist Michael Walters' brushstrokes. This scene evokes nostalgia for simpler times when filling up with fuel meant more than just topping off your tank; it was an opportunity for connection amidst daily routines. Scotlands Industrial Souvenir adverts remind us that businesses bearing the name "Marr" are scattered throughout Scotland like puzzle pieces forming a larger picture of the country's industrial prowess.