Reeve Collection

Telfords suspension bridge across the Menai Straits
The suspension bridge across the Menai Straits, built by Thomas Telford in 1819-1826. Together with a similar bridge across the Conway River it completed the main route to Ireland via Holyhead

Nerium or oleander, Nerium oleander (Nerium odorum). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Crape myrtle, Lagerstromia indica. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878

Bay Middleton, winner of the Derby 1836, being led to the paddock at Epsom Racecourse in front of fashionable crowds in
5912952 Bay Middleton, winner of the Derby 1836, being led to the paddock at Epsom Racecourse in front of fashionable crowds in the Grand Stand. Color print after an engraving by R.G

Horses and jockeys racing in the Great St. Leger Stakes at Doncaster Racecourse, 1836. Anticipation
5912955 Horses and jockeys racing in the Great St. Leger Stakes at Doncaster Racecourse, 1836. Anticipation... Who is the winner

Ada Reeve music hall singer 1874-1966
Ada Reeve (Adelaide Mary Reeve) music hall singer, pantomime favourite, stage and screen actress. Wearing full length pleated skirt and high black hat with ostrich feather. Holding long gloves

Canterbury Tales - The Reeve
The Reeve, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Altdorf, Switzerland - Statue of William Tell
1910

The Taglioni Windsor Coach, c1837, (1941). Creator: Richard Gilson Reeve
The Taglioni Windsor Coach, c1837, (1941). A coach pulled by four horses travels through the English countryside, with male passengers riding on the outside

PLEASANCE SMITH (nee Reeve) wife of sir James E Smith, botanist, depicted when she was aged 24, with another 80 years before her (she will be 104 when she dies !) Date: 1773 - 1877

Ruff (colour litho)
3121127 Ruff (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Page 46. The Ruff, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670016 Page 46. The Ruff, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

The Manciple and Reeve, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643703 The Manciple and Reeve, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manciple and Reeve, from The Canterbury Tales)

Dermot Reeve Warwickshire CCC 14 April 1995 Date: 14 April 1995

The man of law was a discreet person (colour litho)
956056 The man of law was a discreet person (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gateway to Chaucer published by Thomas Nelson and Sons circa 1915)

Butterflies, musical play from the Apollo Theatre, London, touring to the Princes Theatre, Bristol, starring Ada Reeve. Libretto by W J Locke, music by J A Robertson, lyrics by T H Read. Date: 1908

Musical comedy, The Medal and the Maid, music by Sidney Jones. Miss Ventnor (Miss Ada Reeve), song, In My Curriculum (words by Charles H Taylor). Date: 1900s

Bower of beauty, Pandorea jasminoides (Tecoma jasminoides) and yellow trumpetbush, Tecoma stans (Tecoma velutina). Handcoloured lithograph by D

China rose or Chinese hibiscus, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Bottlebrush, Callistemon linearis (Calistemon linearis). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Sandpaper vine, Petrea volubilis (Petraea stapelia). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Coralbush, Jatropha multifida. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878

Blue plumbago, Plumbago auriculata
Blue plumbago or Cape leadwort, Plumbago auriculata (Plumbago capensis). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates

Nepal trumpet flower, Beaumontia grandiflora
Nepal trumpet flower or heralds trumpet, Beaumontia grandiflora. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Philippine violet, Barleria cristata
Philippine violet, bluebell barleria or crested Philippine violet, Barleria cristata. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with

Flamevine, Pyrostegia venusta
Flamevine or orange trumpetvine Pyrostegia venusta (Bignonia venusta). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates

Crown of thorns, Euphorbia milii (Euphorbia bojeri). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Elephant creeper, Argyreia nervosa. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878

White orchid-tree, Bauhinia acuminata. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878

Lesser bougainvillea or paperflower, Bougainvillea glabra (Bougainvillia glabra). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with

Clustervine, Jacquemontia pentanthos (Convolvulus pentanthus). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima (Poinsettia pulcherrima). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Laurel clockvine or blue trumpet vine, Thunbergia laurifolia. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Sweet acacia, Acacia farnesiana
Sweet acacia or needle bush, Acacia farnesiana. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878

Golden dewdrop, Duranta erecta
Golden dewdrop, pigeon berry or skyflower, Duranta erecta (Duranta plumieri). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured

Yellow oleander, Thevetia nerifolia
Yellow oleander or lucky nut, Thevetia nerifolia (Thevetia nereifolia). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates

Asian pigeonwings, butterfly pea or Darwin pea, Clitoria ternatea. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L

Old Stabling (the Black Castle) of copper slag built by Mr
2832509 Old Stabling (the Black Castle) of copper slag built by Mr. Reeve at Arnos Vale, Brislington (pencil & w/c on paper) by Rowbotham

Dermot Reeve - England cricketer Date: 1980s - 1990s

Ruffs displaying to a Reeve, illustration from British Birds
740959 Ruffs displaying to a Reeve, illustration from British Birds by Kirkman & Jourdain, 1966 (colour litho) by Gronvold

Fox Hunting, 1806, (1944). Creator: Richard Gilson Reeve
Fox Hunting, 1806, (1944). Traditional English hunting scene with foxhounds and riders. Aquatint made mid 19th century after a work of 1806. From " Horses of Britain", by Lady Wentworth

R. Gibson, (1803-1889), 1830. Creator: Unknown
R. Gibson, (1803-1889), 1830. Richard Gibson Reeve (1803-1889) British artist and engraver. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard. [Thomas Tegg, R. Griffin and Co. J

The Chase of the Roebuck, 1834, (1936). Creators: Henry Thomas Alken, Richard Gibson Reeve
The Chase of the Roebuck, 1834, (1936). From Original Drawings by Walter Parry Hodges of hunting scenes in Dorset. Hunters and hounds pursue a roebuck. Aquatint engraving

Interior view of the west ante-room in Carlton House, Westminster, London, 1818. Artist
Interior view of the west ante-room in Carlton House, Westminster, London, 1818

Interior view of the Rose Satin Drawing Room in Carlton House, Westminster, London, 1818

Interior view of the lower vestibule in Carlton House, Westminster, London, 1819

St Pancras New Church on the Euston Road, London, c1822. Artist: T Kearnan
St Pancras New Church on the Euston Road, London, c1822. View showing street sellers, pedestrians and horse-drawn vehicles

Banquet for Queen Victoria at the Guildhall, London, 1837. Artist: RG Reeve
Banquet for Queen Victoria at the Guildhall, London, 1837. Interior view of the Guildhall during a royal banquet for Queen Victoria, with guests seated at tables

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"Reeve: A Captivating Journey through Time and Nature" Step into the world of "reeve" and explore its diverse meanings and connections. From Telford's suspension bridge across the Menai Straits to the vibrant Flame lily, Gloriosa superba, this word takes us on an enchanting journey. Intriguingly, "reeve" also brings to mind the Crape myrtle, Lagerstromia indica, with its delicate blossoms that grace gardens with beauty. Just like these flowers, our understanding of "reeve" blooms as we delve deeper into its various contexts. One notable mention is Pleasance Smith – a name associated with creativity and talent. Another remarkable figure is Ada Reeve, a renowned music hall singer from 1874 to 1966 who captivated audiences with her melodious voice. Literature enthusiasts may recall The Reeve from Chaucer's Canterbury Tales—a character whose story adds depth to this multifaceted term. Meanwhile, Altdorf in Switzerland proudly displays a statue honoring William Tell—an iconic reeve known for his bravery and legendary archery skills. The Taglioni Windsor Coach created by Richard Gilson Reeve in 1837 evokes images of elegance and grandeur—transporting us back in time to witness historical craftsmanship at its finest. Shifting gears towards modern times, a group photo captures women police officers outside KLM offices—a testament to progress and empowerment within law enforcement. Similarly inspiring is Sutton United FC football team from 1936—an embodiment of teamwork and dedication on the field. Lastly, let us not forget about Ruff—the color litho that reminds us how art can transcend time through captivating imagery. From engineering marvels like bridges to botanical wonders such as oleander or flame lilies; from talented individuals leaving their mark on stages worldwide to historical events etched into memory—each connection paints a vivid picture of the word "reeve" and its rich tapestry of meanings.