Maurice Collection

Paul Dirac / Nobel 1933
PAUL ADRIEN MAURICE DIRAC British physicist

Harold Abrahams wins 100m - 1924 Olympics
Harold Maurice Abrahams, CBE, (18991978) - a British athlete of Jewish origin. He was champion in the 100 metres sprint at the 1924 Olympics in Paris (July 7th)

Ufo / Masse / Valensole
Working early in the morning in his Lavender field, Maurice Masse, comes across an alien craft and its occupants

The Royal Family of Great Britain 1897 (the year of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee). 1897

JUNGLE BOOK, 1903. Mowgli and the lone wolf. Illustration by Edward and Maurice Detmold for The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, 1903

Archaeopteryx - bird-like dinosaur
Archaeopteryx - a genus of bird-like dinosaurs that is transitional between non-avian feathered dinosaurs and modern birds. Date: Late Jurassic Period

BATTLE OF FONTENOY, 1745. Marshal Maurice de Saxe leads French forces against the Anglo-Dutch-Hanoverian Pragmatic Army at Fontenoy, Austrian Netherlands (present-day Belgium), 11 May 1745

DUKE ELLINGTON (1899-1974). American musician and composer. Photographed in 1934 by Maurice Seymour

Maurice Ravel / Photo
MAURICE RAVEL French musician

Beverstone Castle 1732
North view of Beverstone Castle, near Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England, a 13th century stone enclosure fortress or manor house founded by Maurice de Gaunt

DENIS: MUSES, 1893. The Muses. Oil on canvas by Maurice Denis, 1893

Harold Macmillan at the United Nations General Assembly
Photograph of (Maurice) Harold Macmillan speaking to the United Nations General Assembly, 29th September 1960. In a powerful speech the British Prime Minister spoke on Britains colonial record

Paris-Brest Race 1901
This year the Paris-Brest race, the senior French cycle race, is won by Maurice Garin

Maurice Ravel / Nauer
MAURICE RAVEL French musician

General Sarrail / Stamp
General MAURICE SARRAIL (1856 - 1929) commander of the third army at the battle of the Marne (1914) then the French forces in the Orient (1915-1917)

Map of Mauritius, illustration from Paul et Virginie by Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre
XIR180649 Map of Mauritius, illustration from Paul et Virginie by Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre (1737-1814) engraved by Dyonnet, 1836 (coloured engraving) by Dufour, A.H

Proconsul africanus
An illustration of the extinct primate, Proconsul africanus. Like Dendropithecus, they mostly lived in tropical forests in East Africa during the Miocene about 50 million years ago

Congress of Vienna (1814-1815). Engraving
Congress of Vienna. Conference of ambassadors of European states chaired by Austrian statesman Metternich (1814-1815). Colored Engraving

Poster advertising Maurice Chevalier Cherry Brandy. Date: early 20th century

Maurice Gamelin
General Marie (or Maurice) Gustave Gamelin (1872-1958), supreme head of the French fighting forces at the beginning of World War Two

The 96 ft ketch Julnar, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 96 ft ketch Julnar, 1911. Julnar was designed by William Fife and built at Southampton by Summers & Payne to the order of Sir Maurice FitzGerald, the Knight of Kerry, in 1909

L M Korenava as Water in Maeterlinks The Bluebird
L M Korenava as Water in Maurice Maeterlincks The Bluebird directed by Konstantin Stanislavsky (Stanislavski) for his Moscow Ats Theatre Date: circa 1908

BOOK WEEK, 1960. Hurray for books! Poster by Maurice Sendak, 1960

Prince Rupert of Teck
Photograph of Prince Rupert of Teck, son of Princess Alice of Albany and Prince Alexander of Teck. Ruperts grandfather was Prince Leopold, Queen Victorias youngest son

Inclined Plane Clock
Clock using an inclined plane designed by Maurice Wheeler, rector of Sibberton

Instruction sheet, How to Dance the Jitterbug, by Adele England of the Locarno School of Dancing, Streatham, SW London. 1939

Maurice and Eleonora at the Acacia, 1926
The famous dancer Maurice Mouvet and Eleanora Ambrose, the daughter of a Kansas City oil millionaire, captured by Annie Fish giving an exhibition dance at the Acacia in Paris. Date: 1926

Life by Maurice Cowan and Fred Rome
Life revue by Maurice Cowan & Fred Rome; music Frederick Chappelle. First produced Hippodrome, Portsmouth, 3th May and London Palladium 30th August 1926

Zena Dare as a nurse, WW1
Mrs Maurice Brett, formerly the theatre and music hall star, Zena Dare pictured in her uniform as a nurse working in France during the First World War. She married the Hon

JUNGLE BOOK, 1903. Akela the lone wolf. Illustration by Edward and Maurice Detmold for The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, 1903

Woman in white wool dress with pink trim losing her hat
Woman in white wool dress with pink trim, belt of crocheted roses, losing her hat in the wind. Robe de drap blanc borde d un ourlet couleur de rose, ceinture des roses en crochet

JUNGLE BOOK, 1903. Mowgli leaving the jungle. Illustration by Edward and Maurice Detmold for The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, 1903

Maurice Farman S7 Longhorn 355
Maurice Farman S7 Longhorn, 355

Champagne Jules Mumm and Co (1894). Poster by Maurice Realier-Dumas. Art Nouveau

MAURICE RAVEL (1875-1937). French composer. In his pyjamas. Portrait by Achille Ouvre, 1909

Harold Macmillan addressing the Conservative Party Conferenc
Photograph showing (Maurice) Harold Macmillan (1894-1986) delivering his speech to the Conservative Party conference at Scarborough, Yorkshire, 15th October 1960

Utrillo and Guitry
MAURICE UTRILLO French painter, best known for his Parisian street scenes, with the actor and dramatist SACHA GUITRY (1885-1957), in Montmartre, Paris, 1955

Talleyrand / Boilly
PRINCE CHARLES-MAURICE TALLEYRAND-PERIGORD Prince de Benevent French statesman

Music cover, Tra-La-La! or Scraps, words by R P Weston and Fred J Barnes, music by Maurice Scott, sung by Ben Albert. 1906

A Prayer to the Madonna, c1877-1912, (1912). Artist: Maurice Bompard
A Prayer to the Madonna, c1877-1912, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Advert / Neige Cevennes
Neige des Cevennes - beauty creams and liquids Date: 1930

Maurice Farman S7 Longhorn

Maurice Farman S7 Longhorn N5000
Maurice Farman S7 Longhorn, N5000

(Joseph) Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) French composer, at the piano. After a photograph

The Dolly Sisters resting, Paris
The Dolly Sisters with Maurice Chevalier and Yvonne Valle, resting during a perfomance of Paris en Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925 1925

Talleyrand (Sasso)
CHARLES MAURICE, prince TALLEYRAND French statesman

CLARENCE DARROW (1857-1938). American lawyer. Photograph by Maurice Goldberg, 1931

LAND YACHTS, 1649. Two land yachts designed by Simon Stevin for Prince Maurice of Orange to entertain his guests in the Netherlands. Engraving, 1649

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"Maurice: A Journey Through Time and Achievements" Step into the world of Maurice, where history unfolds through remarkable individuals and events. From Nobel laureates to sporting triumphs, mysterious sightings to artistic masterpieces, this name has left an indelible mark on various realms. In 1933, Paul Dirac, a brilliant physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics, was awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize. His groundbreaking work continues to shape our understanding of the universe. The year 1924 witnessed Harold Abrahams' historic victory in the 100m race at the Olympics. With sheer determination and lightning speed, he etched his name in athletic history as a symbol of perseverance and excellence. Speaking of mysteries, there was a peculiar incident involving UFO sightings in Valensole by farmer Maurice Masse. This encounter sparked intrigue and curiosity about extraterrestrial life forms that still captivate our imagination today. Traveling back further in time takes us to 1897 when The Royal Family of Great Britain stood united as symbols of tradition and continuity amidst changing times. Their influence resonated far beyond their borders, shaping nations across generations. Delving even deeper into history brings us face-to-face with Archaeopteryx – a bird-like dinosaur that bridged ancient worlds with its unique characteristics. Its discovery revolutionized our understanding of evolution's intricate tapestry. The Battle of Fontenoy in 1745 saw Marshal Maurice de Saxe leading French forces against formidable foes. His strategic brilliance exemplified leadership during turbulent times while leaving an enduring legacy on European battlefields. Shifting gears from war to music brings us Duke Ellington – an American musician and composer whose jazz compositions continue to enchant listeners worldwide. In this captivating photograph taken by Maurice Seymour in 1934, we glimpse Ellington's timeless charisma. Maurice Ravel stands tall among musical geniuses; his compositions have enthralled audiences for generations.