Petter Galpin Collection

Charles Haddon Spurgeon, British Baptist preacher, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin
Charles Haddon Spurgeon, British Baptist preacher, c1890. Spurgeon (1834-1892) preached his first sermon at the age of sixteen, and quickly became known for his oratory skills

Lochiels Charge at Killycrankie, 27 July 1689, (c1880). The Battle of Killiecrankie was fought between Highland Scottish clans supporting King James II and VII

Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours, 1879, (c1880). Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Defences at Rorkes Drift, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880
Plan of the Defences at Rorkes Drift (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Marches near Isandhlwana between Jan. 12th and 22nd, 1879, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

The Battle of Stirling Bridge, 11 September 1297, (c1880). The Battle of Stirling Bridge was a battle of the First War of Scottish Independence

Guadaloupe, c1880. Artist: W. P
Guadaloupe, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Plan of the Battle of Isandhlwana, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-1885)
Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-85). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Umballa, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Cathcarts Hill, c1880. Episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

President Krugers Country House, c1880. Episode of the First Boer War, (1880-1881). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Road from the Shutargardan Pass to Cabul, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

General Gordon, c1885. Charles George Gordon, (1833-1885), British Army officer. After a photograph by Adams & Scanlan. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

William Wallace, c1270-1305, (c1880). Sir William Wallace (c1270- 23 August 1305) was a Scottish knight who became one of the main leaders during the Wars of Scottish Independence in the late 13th

Battle of Navarino, c1880. Artist: C. R
Battle of Navarino, c1880. Episode of Greek War of Independence (1821-1832). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Colonel Fitzgeralds Charge at San Sebastian, c1880. Field Marshal Sir John Forster FitzGerald (c1785-1877), Irish officer in the British Army. Episode of the Peninsula War (1807-1814)

Ismailia, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

General Sir Frederick Haines, Commander-in-Chief of the Army in India, c1880. Frederick Paul Haines (1819-1909), British Army officer. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Captain St. John Frome, c1880. Episode of the Second Anglo-Afghan War, from 1878 to 1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Lord Alcester, c1882. Frederick Beauchamp Paget Seymour, 1st Baron Alcester (1821-1895), British naval commander. After a photograph by J. McLardy. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol

Battle of Baba Wali: The Highlanders Clearing a Village, c1880. Episode of the Second Anglo-Afghan War, from 1878 to 1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Edward III, c1880. Edward III (1312-1377), King of England. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Burning of Coomassie, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Captain Sartorius, c1880. Reginald William Sartorius (1841-1907), British Indian Army officer. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

King Koffees Palace, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Amoaful, c1880. Artist: W. P
Amoaful, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874).From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Advance of Highlanders, c1880. Artist: T. R
Advance of Highlanders, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

A Skirmish in the Forest, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

In the Bush, c1880. Artist: John Greenaway
In the Bush, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

On the march from Elmina, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Sir Garnet Wolseley, c1880. Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley (1833-1913), Anglo-Irish officer. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol

A Cape Coast King and his Court, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Village on the West Coast of Africa, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Warrior of Elmina, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

View of the Himalayan Range, c1880. Episode of the Bhutan War (1864-1865). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Tattooing a Maori Chief, c1880. Episode of the First Taranaki War (1860-1861). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

New Zealand War-Dance, c1880. Episode of the First Taranaki War (1860-1861). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

New Zealand Landscape, c1880. Episode of the First Taranaki War (1860-1861). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Fall of Lucknow, c1880. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Captain Hope Johnstone Bringing News of the Capture, c1880. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Teheran, c1880. Artist: Joseph Swain
Teheran, c1880. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Captain Peel, c1880. Sir William Peel (1824-1858), British naval officer. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

An Incident in the Mutiny at Allahabad, c1880. Artist: C. R
An Incident in the Mutiny at Allahabad, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Sir James Outram, c1880. Sir James Outram, 1st Baronet, (1803-1863), British Army officer. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Allahabad, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Benares, c1880. Artist: Richard Principal Leitch
Benares, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Fort William, c1880. Artist: Richard Principal Leitch
Fort William, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

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"Petter Galpin: Capturing History through Art and Illustration" Petter Galpin, a renowned artist and illustrator, left an indelible mark on the world of art with his exceptional talent for capturing historical moments. Born in the late 19th century, Galpin's work encompassed various subjects, from influential figures to significant events that shaped nations. One of his notable pieces is a portrait of Charles Haddon Spurgeon, a British Baptist preacher who made a profound impact on religious discourse during the late 1800s. Through intricate brushstrokes and attention to detail, Galpin immortalized Spurgeon's charismatic presence in this captivating artwork. Galpin also ventured into documenting landscapes and cultures beyond Britain. His portrayal of Guadaloupe transports viewers back to the vibrant Caribbean island in the late 19th century. With vivid colors and meticulous precision, he brings forth its natural beauty and cultural richness. The artist's fascination with history extended to military campaigns as well. In "Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours, " Galpin depicts a crucial battle fought during the Anglo-Zulu War in South Africa. This artwork showcases his ability to convey intense action while preserving historical accuracy. Galpin's expertise also shines through in detailed maps like "Plan of Defences at Rorkes Drift" or "Plan of Marches near Isandhlwana. " These meticulously crafted illustrations provide invaluable insights into strategic planning during these critical moments in history. Not limited to war-related subjects alone, Petter Galpin captured scenes from other significant events too. One such piece portrays troops landing at Khedives Palace after Alexandria's bombardment during Egypt's political upheaval in 1882. Moreover, Galpin showcased his artistic versatility by creating portraits of prominent individuals like Anthony Ashley Cooper, Earl of Shaftesbury – an English politician known for championing social reforms that improved working conditions for many.