Seppings Wright Collection

The Crimean War, 1854-56, The Bombardment of Sveaborg by the Baltic Fleet, (1901). Episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856)

The Crimean War: The Bombardment of Odessa by the British Fleet, April 21, 1854, (1901). The port of Odessa on the Black Sea is fired upon by ships of the Royal Navy

The Rebellion of Arabi Pasha in Egypt, 1882: The Bombardment of Alexandria... (1901)
The Rebellion of Arabi Pasha in Egypt, 1882: The Bombardment of Alexandria by the British Fleet, (1901). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War

The Debacle: On the Track on a Fleeing Command, 1901. Creator: HC Seppings Wright
The Debacle: On the Track on a Fleeing Command, 1901. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VI", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]

Cronjes Stronghold on the Modder River, 1900. Creator: HC Seppings Wright
Cronjes Stronghold on the Modder River, 1900. Piet Cronjes Boer army and British forces in entrenched opposition on the Modder River. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol

Stormberg Pass - The Scene of General Gatacres Operations, 1900. Creator: HC Seppings Wright
Stormberg Pass - The Scene of General Gatacres Operations, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. II", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Colonel Pilchers Attack on Sunnyside Kopje, 1900. Creator: HC Seppings Wright
Colonel Pilchers Attack on Sunnyside Kopje-Canadian and Australian Contingents Receive Their " Baptism of Fire". 1900

Sammy, 1892. Creator: Stuff
Sammy, 1892. Australian cricketer Sammy Woods (1867-1931). [Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, London, 1892]

Masked dancers of Opaina, River Apaporis, Brazil. A print from Customs of the World, Volume II Hutchinson and Co, Paternoster Row, London

The Borana Bororansi dance, Somaliland. A print from Customs of the World, Volume II Hutchinson and Co, Paternoster Row, London

Powder play, Morocco. A print from Customs of the World, Volume II Hutchinson and Co, Paternoster Row, London

Russians bringing up guns and ammunition for the assault at Erzrum, 1916, (c1920). Artist: Stuff
Russians bringing up guns and ammunition for the assault at Erzurum, Turkey, First World War, 1916, (c1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great

Russian soldiers in winter uniform, Galician front, Poland, World War I, December 1914. Artist: Stuff
Russian soldiers in winter uniform, Galician front, Poland, World War I, December 1914.The Russians advanced into Galicia after defeating the Austro-Hungarian army in the early months of the war but

Russian trenches in the mountains of Galicia, World War I, 1915, (1929). Artist: Stuff
Russian trenches in the mountains of Galicia, World War I, 1915, (1929). The Russians advanced into Galicia after defeating the Austro-Hungarian army in the early months of the war but were forced to

Hoxton Division, 1899. Artist: Stuff
Hoxton Division, 1899. James Stuart (1843-1913) British mathematician and engineer, champion of university education for women

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"Seppings Wright: Capturing the Turbulent Times of War and Culture" Step into the world of Seppings Wright, a talented artist who skillfully depicted historical events and cultural traditions through his captivating illustrations. In 1901, he immortalized the intense moments of The Crimean War with "The Bombardment of Odessa by the British Fleet. " The image transports us to April 21, 1854, where we witness the sheer power unleashed upon this city. Moving forward in time, Wright's brushstrokes take us to Egypt in 1882 during "The Rebellion of Arabi Pasha, " showcasing "The Bombardment of Alexandria. " The chaos and destruction are palpable as explosions light up the night sky. Returning to The Crimean War, specifically 1854-56, we find ourselves amidst "The Bombardment of Sveaborg by the Baltic Fleet. " Wright's attention to detail allows us to feel the tension as warships unleash their fury upon this fortress. But it is not only warfare that captures Seppings Wright's artistic eye. In his piece titled "The Debacle: On the Track on a Fleeing Command, " created in 1901, he portrays a scene filled with desperation and urgency. It serves as a reminder that even in times of conflict, humanity endures. Wright also turns his lens towards South Africa during its tumultuous period. His depiction titled "Cronjes Stronghold on Modder River" showcases an impregnable fortification under siege while capturing both sides' determination. In another work from South Africa entitled "Stormberg Pass - The Scene of General Gatacres Operations, " we witness soldiers navigating treacherous terrain with unwavering resolve. These images remind us that bravery knows no bounds when faced with adversity. Shifting focus slightly closer to home but still within South Africa lies Colonel Pilcher's valiant attack on "Sunnyside Kopje.