Pyall Collection

Combined Naval and Military Forces, Burma, 27th March, 1825, (1944). Creators: Thomas Stothard
Combined Naval and Military Forces, Burma, 27th March, 1825, (1944). Scene from the First Anglo-Burmese War, fought between the British and Burmese empires

A Trip Up Loch Lomond, 1825. Creator: George Hunt
A Trip Up Loch Lomond, 1825. Passengers with telescopes and a bagpiper aboard the paddle steamer Marian in the Highlands of Scotland

The Celebrated Tom Thumb, c1830. Creator: Unknown
The Celebrated Tom Thumb, c1830. Horse pulling a carriage as people cheer in the background

Bedford Conservatories terrace at Covent Garden Market, Westminster, London, 1831. View with figures on the terrace filled with plants, including a man bent over a rose bush with a pruning knife

The new General Post Office, City of London, c1830. Artist: Henry Pyall
The new General Post Office, City of London, c1830. North-east view with the Royal Mails (and carts) preparing to start. The destinations are shown in the bottom margin

General Post Office, City of London, 1830. Artist: Henry Pyall
General Post Office, City of London, 1830. North-east view of the old General Post Office with the Royal Mail carriages preparing to depart

The Tunnel, Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1833. Artist: Thomas Talbot Bury
The Tunnel, Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1833. The worlds first intercity railway, the Liverpool & Manchester Railway opened on 15 September 1830

Near Liverpool, looking towards Manchester, Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1833. The worlds first intercity railway, the Liverpool & Manchester Railway opened on 15 September 1830

Taking in Water at Parkside, Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1833. The worlds first intercity railway, the Liverpool & Manchester Railway opened on 15 September 1830

View of the Railway across Chat Moss, Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1833. The worlds first intercity railway, the Liverpool & Manchester Railway opened on 15 September 1830

Coaches employed on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1831. Artist: Henry Pyall
Coaches employed on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1831. The locomotive Northumbrian, various passenger carriages and carriages for cattle. Plate 7 from Liverpool & Manchester Railway

London and Bath Steam Carriage, 1840, c1800-1840. Artist: Henry Pyall
London and nath Steam Carriage, 1840, (19th century)

Train crossing Chat Moss, Lancashire, 1831. Artist: Henry Pyall
Train crossing Chat Moss, Lancashire, 1831. A large 12 square mile peat bog five miles west of Manchester, Chat Moss was considered unsuitable for the building of rail tracks

The Tunnel, 1831. Artist: Henry Pyall
The Tunnel, 1831. The worlds first passenger railway, the Liverpool and Manchester opened on 15 September 1830. Its principal engineer was George Stephenson (1781-1848)

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"Exploring History Through the Art of Pyall: A Glimpse into Naval Forces, Travel, and Architecture" Step back in time as we delve into the captivating world depicted by artist Henry Pyall. From combined naval and military forces to picturesque landscapes, Pyall's artwork offers a window into various facets of history. In 1825, Pyall takes us to Burma with his creation "Combined Naval and Military Forces. " This stunning piece showcases the strength and unity of these two powerful entities. Moving on to George Hunt's "A Trip Up Loch Lomond, " painted in the same year, we are transported to the breathtaking Scottish Highlands. The serene beauty captured here invites us to embark on our own journey through this majestic landscape. "The Celebrated Tom Thumb, " dating back to around 1830, introduces us to an enigmatic figure whose fame has stood the test of time. Though created by an unknown artist, this portrait allows us a glimpse into popular culture during that era. It also turns his attention towards architecture with his depiction of Bedford Conservatories terrace at Covent Garden Market in Westminster. Painted in 1831, this artwork showcases both elegance and functionality within urban spaces. Henry Pyall's fascination with architectural marvels continues with his portrayal of "The new General Post Office" located in London's City district around 1830. This grand structure stands as a testament to progress and innovation during that period. Venturing beyond London city limits, Thomas Talbot Bury captures the essence of Liverpool and Manchester Railway through his painting titled "The Tunnel. " Completed in 1833, it highlights not only engineering triumph but also symbolizes connectivity between cities. Continuing along this railway line brings us face-to-face with scenes like "Taking in Water at Parkside" and "View of the Railway across Chat Moss. " These artworks from 1833 provide glimpses into everyday life surrounding transportation systems during that time.