Melville Collection (page 6)

Olympic poem
A satirical take on the Olympics by Alan Melville. 1948

Durani Villager with gun, Afghanistan
A Dooraunee Villager with his Arms. An Afghan man wearing a long cloak and carrying a firearm with a long bayonet. 1815

Old Sail ships Galapagos Island Isabela
" Albemarle Island" (now Isabela) hand coloured engraving by Huyot and Bepard facing page 520 in All Around the World published in 1872 by William Collins & Son

Galapagos giant tortoise and sail ship
Sail boat visiting Galapagos (Daphne Major island in background) and Giant tortoise, photo composite. The Galapagos was visited by Charles Darwin in his Beagle voyages

BENJAMIN BRITTEN (1913-1976). English composer. E. M. Forster, Benjamin Britten
BENJAMIN BRITTEN (1913-1976). English composer. E.M. Forster, Benjamin Britten, and Eric Crozier at work on the libretto of Billy Budd, an adaptation of Herman Melvilles novella. Photograph, 1950

Theatre, famous names of 1925 by Nerman
A series of caricatures of some of the most famous names of the London stage in 1925, including Austin Melford, Cicely James, Gilbert Childs, Anita Elson, Davy Burnaby, Betty Chester

Bright Young People
Group photograph of William Acton, Mrs Arthur Bendir, Elizabeth Ponsonby, Harry Melville and Babe Plunket-Greene taken at the fancy dress ball hosted by David

Melville / Dundas / 1st Visc
Henry Dundas 1st Viscount Melville and Baron Dunira Statesman

The Zulu war. Sketches at Rorkes Drift by Lieutenant H C Ha
Graves of Lieutenant Coghill and Melville who died trying to secure the colours of the 24th Regiment and were awarded posthumous Victoria Crosses

Whaling / Sir John Ross
Sir John Ross on his first expedition: a whale hunt in Melville Bay. Date: 1818

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"Melville: A Journey through Time and Imagination" Step into the world of Melville, a name that echoes with literary genius and timeless tales. From the depths of his imagination to the pages of history, Herman Melville left an indelible mark on literature. Intriguingly, amidst his prolific career, we catch a glimpse of Melville's connection to one iconic masterpiece - "Moby Dick. " The only known picture drawn during his lifetime showcases this legendary white whale in all its grandeur. A wood engraving from the late 19th century brings forth the essence of Melville's creation. But who was Herman Melville? In this captivating journey, we uncover fragments of his life. From Ivanhoe to The Dolly Sisters in the Merry Countess, he ventured beyond boundaries and explored various genres with finesse. Yet there is more to discover within the realm of "Melville. " Enter another dimension where names intertwine – meet Melville Macnaghten. Was it coincidence or fate that these two figures shared a moniker? Perhaps their paths crossed in some mysterious way yet unknown. As our voyage continues, we stumble upon remnants from nature's past - Skulls, jaws, and sclerotic bones belonging to none other than dodos. These extinct creatures fascinate us with their enigmatic existence; their story intertwined with our own curiosity for what once roamed this earth. A wood engraving captures Roelandt Saverys' painting depicting these elusive birds – an artistic tribute preserving their memory for generations to come. It serves as a reminder that even in extinction lies beauty worth cherishing. And then there are moments etched in history like Zulu War's Recovery of Colours of the 24th in Buffalo River - events that shaped nations and defined bravery against all odds. Amidst turmoil and conflict emerges stories that inspire resilience and courage within us all.