Postponed Collection

The Metropolitan Underground Railway, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Metropolitan Underground Railway, 1862. Stations of the world's first passenger-carrying designated underground railway. 'Paddington Junction; Chapel St

Une station infiniment trop prolongée, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Une station infiniment trop prolongee, 19th century

Advert for Cannes Film Festival
An advert for what would have been the first Cannes Film Festival, in September 1939. The outbreak of World War II meant it was cancelled. The first Cannes Festival eventually happened in 1946

This photograph was taken the night before King Edward VII was taken seriously ill. He had to undergo an operation causing his coronation to be postponed until August. Date: 1902

Delaying the announcement of dawn, c. 1767 / 68. Creator: Suzuki Harunobu
Delaying the announcement of dawn, c. 1767/68

The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race, the Press Boat in a Fog on Saturday Morning, and the Race Postponed
1613927 The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race, the Press Boat in a Fog on Saturday Morning, and the Race Postponed, the Race on Monday Morning (engraving) by Robinson

Edward VII coronation postponed 1902
When the news that Edward VII, (Prince of Wales at the time), was taken ill with appendicitis two days before the planned Coronation in July, anxious people gathered around Buckingham Palace

Rovers get ready... Although Kingston Rovers game with Castleford at Craven Park on Saturday has not been officially postponed yet, Rovers are ready

Original date for Coronation, decorations in London 1902
Coronation decorations in City of London, unfortunately the soon to be King, Edward VII fell seriously ill with appendicitis and underwent an emergency operation two days before the ceremony

Advert for Elkington Co - Original date coins June 1902 Advert for Elkington
Advertisement for a selection of medals and coins in bronze, silver or gold, for the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra on the 26th June 1902

Preparing the original date for Coronation 1902
Preparing for Edward VIIs coronation, unfortunately two days before the due date 26th June 1902, Edward became seriously ill with appendicitis and underwent an emergency operation

The Death - Postponed, 1822, (1922). Artist: Robert Pollard
The Death - Postponed, 1822, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Edward VII coronation postponed
When the news that Edward VII, (Prince of Wales at the time), was taken ill with appendicitis two days before the planned Coronation in July, anxious people gathered around Buckingham Palace

Shamrock IV at sea in rough weather, WW1
The Shamrock IV at sea in rough weather at the start of the First World War. The America Cup was postponed because of the war, but the Shamrock was already at sea, and continued on to New York

Newspaper boys holding posters announcing King Edward VII s
Prior to Edwards coronation he became ill and had to have an operation causing the coronation to be postponed to August. Date: 2nd July 1902

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The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race: the Press Boat in a Fog on Saturday Morning, and the Race Postponed. the Race on Monday Morning, 1880

The Press Boat in Fog on the day of the Boat Race, 1880
Engraving showing the press boat in the River Thames at Putney, on the day of the Oxford University vs. Cambridge University Boat Race, 1880

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"Postponed: A Glimpse into History's Interruptions" Step back in time to the eve of King Edward VII's ill-fated coronation in 1902. This captivating photograph captures the anticipation and excitement that filled the air, only to be shattered by a sudden illness that forced a delay until August. The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race also fell victim to unforeseen circumstances, as dense fog enveloped the press boat on Saturday morning, resulting in an unprecedented postponement until Monday. Delve deeper into history with Suzuki Harunobu's artwork depicting the delaying announcement of dawn during the late 18th century. Witness how even nature can dictate our plans and alter our expectations. In another intriguing twist, Elkington & Co advertised their original date coins for June 1902 but had to adapt when events took an unexpected turn. The theme of postponement continues with Robert Pollard's thought-provoking painting "The Death - Postponed" from 1822 (1922). It serves as a poignant reminder that life often throws us curveballs, forcing us to reschedule our plans and confront mortality head-on. Amidst these historical snapshots lies a common thread – resilience. Whether it be Edward VII persevering through his health challenges or Shamrock IV braving rough seas during World War I, humanity has always found ways to overcome setbacks and forge ahead. As we reflect on these moments frozen in time, let them serve as reminders that life is unpredictable; however, it is in these moments of delay where strength is tested and character forged. So embrace those unexpected twists with grace because sometimes what seems like a setback may just be an opportunity waiting patiently for its rightful moment to shine.