Self Made Collection

A small mini car built by owner Jerry Vullings, pictured in the car. It is possible that in 1989, this was the smallest mini influenced car in existence. Picture taken 27th August 1989

George Stephenson, mending his neighbours clocks (engraving)
5999242 George Stephenson, mending his neighbours clocks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Stephenson, mending his neighbours clocks)

Sir Henry Havelock, teaching his men their religious duties (engraving)
5999236 Sir Henry Havelock, teaching his men their religious duties (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Havelock)

Robert Burns, return to Edinburgh (engraving)
5999241 Robert Burns, return to Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Burns, return to Edinburgh)

Mr Charles Sydney Goldmann (colour litho)
612977 Mr Charles Sydney Goldmann (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Charles Sydney Goldmann, A self-made African, 28 January 1904)

William Cobbett, pointing out the girl he would marry (engraving)
5999245 William Cobbett, pointing out the girl he would marry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Cobbett, pointing out the girl he would marry)

Benjamin West, trying to draw the childs portrait (engraving)
5999235 Benjamin West, trying to draw the childs portrait (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benjamin West, trying to draw the childs portrait)

Baron Humboldt, showing the poor his empty drawe (engraving)
5999234 Baron Humboldt, showing the poor his empty drawe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baron Humboldt, showing the poor his empty drawer)

John Opie, coming back in silk coat and lace ruffles (engraving)
5999233 John Opie, coming back in silk coat and lace ruffles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Opie, coming back in silk coat and lace ruffles)

Sir Thomas Lipton, Bt. 1926 (colour litho)
473376 Sir Thomas Lipton, Bt. 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton)

Stylish young lady wearing a self-made hurdling outfit. Date: 1923

Elf cutting up a piece of paper

Using scissors to cut out snowflake shapes for Christmas decorations

Raphael and Fra Bartolommeo working on a self-made doll, Philippus Jacobus van Bree, c. 1816 - c. 1832

Girl presenting her homemade Oreo brownie cupcakes

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"Self-made: A testament to determination and ingenuity" Jerry Vullings, the proud owner of a small mini car he built from scratch, showcases his self-made creation with a beaming smile. George Stephenson, renowned for his mechanical prowess, lends a helping hand by mending his neighbor's clocks—a true display of self-made expertise. Sir Henry Havelock takes on the role of mentor as he passionately teaches his men their religious duties in an engraving that epitomizes self-made leadership. Robert Burns returns triumphantly to Edinburgh in an enchanting engraving capturing the essence of a self-made poet who defied all odds. Mr Charles Sydney Goldmann stands tall in a vibrant color lithograph—an embodiment of success achieved through sheer determination and being self-made. William Cobbett points out the girl he would marry in an evocative engraving that symbolizes love found amidst one's journey towards becoming self-made. Benjamin West tirelessly attempts to draw a child's portrait in an engrossing engraving depicting the perseverance required on the path to being self-made. Baron Humboldt humbly shows the poor his empty drawer—a poignant reminder that even those who are truly self-made never forget their roots or those less fortunate. John Opie returns adorned in silk coat and lace ruffles—an exquisite portrayal of how talent can transform one into a refined individual through their own efforts—self made indeed. Sir Thomas Lipton, Bt. , captured beautifully in a 1926 color lithograph, exemplifies entrepreneurial spirit and ambition—a shining example of someone who is truly self made. A stylish young lady confidently dons her meticulously crafted hurdling outfit—an empowering image representing both athleticism and creativity born out of being self made. An elf skillfully cuts up pieces of paper—symbolic imagery showcasing how even the smallest acts of creation can contribute to one's self-made journey.