Number 12 Collection

German Protection against gas bombs, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
German Protection against gas bombs, between c1910 and c1915. German soldier wearing a face mask to protect against gas attacks during World War I.

Illustration in black and white of the Last Supper
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Cars before the start of the Irish Grand Prix, Phoenix Park, Dublin, 1930. Artist: Bill Brunell
OM Open 4-seat body. 3000S cc. Entry No: 12. Driver: Fronteras, E. Centre: OM Open 4-seat body. 3000S cc. Entry No: 11. Driver: Minoia, Cav. N. Right of centre: OM Open 4-seat body. 3000S

Vauxhall 30-98 of Humphrey Cook off the road at the Caerphilly Hillclimb, Wales, 1922
Vauxhall Event Entry No: 12. Driver: Cook, H.W. Place: Caerphilly Hillclimb. Date: 28.6.22

Vauxhall 30-98 of Humphrey Cook competing in the Caerphilly Hillclimb, Wales, 1922
Vauxhall 30-98 Open 4-seater. 4524 cc. Event Entry No: 12. Driver: Cook, H.W. Place: Caerphilly Hillclimb. Date: 28.6.22

Leon Cushman working on his Bugatti Brescia at the JCC 200 Mile Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1922
Bugatti Brescia 1496 cc. No: 16. Driver: Cushman, L. With cowled radiator. Background: Enfield-Allday 1496 cc. No: 12. Driver: Barnato, W. Retired with seized engine after 10 laps Brooklands. J.C.C

ERA of Arthur Dobson racing at Crystal Palace, London, 1939. Artist: Bill Brunell
ERA 1488S cc. Event Entry No: 12. Driver: Dobson, A.C. Place: Crystal Palace Race Meeting. Date: 1.7.39

Temperino of JS Wood and Salmson of Andre Lombard at the JCC 200 Mile Race, Brooklands, 1921
Temperino 1089 cc. No: 12. Driver: Wood, J.S. Completed 30 laps. Background: Salmson 1097 cc.Entry No: 16. Driver: Lombard, A. Brooklands. J.C.C. 200-mile Race. Date: 22.10.21

JS Wood in his Temperino at the JCC 200 Mile Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1921. Artist: Bill Brunell
Temperino 1089 cc. Entry No: 12. Driver: Wood, J.S. Background: Salmson 1097 cc. Event Entry No: 16. Driver: Lombard, A. Brooklands. J.C.C. 200-mile Race. Date: 22.10.21

Flares, Jockey: R. A. Jones, 1939
Flares, Jockey: R.A. Jones, 1939. Winner of the Ascot Gold Cup in 1938. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Racing for the Grand Prix, Strasbourg (1922), 1937. Artist: Gordon Crosby
Racing for the Grand Prix, Strasbourg (1922), 1937. From Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists, edited by Sir Malcolm Campbell. [Blackie & Son Limited, London and Glasgow, 1937]

Map of Palestine
Illustration of a map of Palestine

Front, back covers printed, same sheet, collection, love letters, number 12, Jose Guadalupe Posada
Front and back covers printed on the same sheet for a collection of love letters (number 12), Jose Guadalupe Posada (Mexican, 1851-1913), ca. 1900-1910

Sunset at 12 Apostles
The sunset timing at the most famous rock and place in Australia, Twelves Apostles, Victoria, Australia

Japanese machines enjoyed a great sucess in the two lightweight solo events during the frist day of the Tourist Trophy Race at Douglas, Isle of Man

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"Number 12: A Glimpse into the Thrilling World of Racing" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of racing with number 12. This captivating black and white illustration of the Last Supper sets the stage for a journey through iconic moments in motorsport history. Transporting us to Dublin, 1930, we witness the anticipation before the Irish Grand Prix at Phoenix Park. The roaring engines of vintage cars fill the air as they prepare to unleash their power on the track. Among them is Humphrey Cook's Vauxhall 30-98, a true symbol of speed and elegance. Rewind further to Wales, 1922, where Cook's Vauxhall faces an unexpected twist at Caerphilly Hillclimb. Off-road but undeterred, it showcases resilience amidst adversity – a testament to both man and machine. Meanwhile, Leon Cushman meticulously fine-tunes his Bugatti Brescia at Brooklands' JCC 200 Mile Race in Surrey during that same year. His dedication exemplifies the passion that fuels these daredevils who push boundaries on every turn. The artistry captured by Bill Brunell transports us to Crystal Palace, London in 1939 when Arthur Dobson races his ERA against competitors from around the globe. The vibrant depiction breathes life into this historic event as spectators cheer on their favorites. Witness JS Wood's Temperino alongside Andre Lombard's Salmson at Brooklands' JCC race in 1921 – a thrilling display of skill and determination etched forever into racing lore. Flares illuminate R. A Jones astride his horse during a momentous Grand Prix race held in Strasbourg (1922) – an electrifying spectacle painted by Gordon Crosby that captures both speed and grace intertwined harmoniously.