Standard Collection (page 2)

St Joan by Pauline Baynes
Joan of Arc (1412? - 1431), or Jeanne d Arc, French heroine, painted by Pauline Baynes in full armour riding a steed and carrying a standard with the fleur de lys

Fleet Street 1960S
Four Routemaster buses and an Evening Standard delivery van clogging up Fleet Street during the rush hour

Woman in a Kent Garden
A Kentish Garden A woman picks flowers from large herbaceous borders in a typical English garden

Evening Standard Seller
A woman sells the Evening Standard newspaper announcing the death of King George VI

Julius Caesar (Rubicon)
GAIUS JULIUS CAESAR Roman Emperor Seen here addressing his troops after crossing the Rubicon in 49 B.C

Autogyro Landing Pad
In tomorrows cities, the autogyro landing pad will be a standard feature, enabling travelers to fly directly to the city centre, landing on a rooftop

Wellington Construction
Assembly of a Wellington bomber at the Vickers factory. This was the RAFs standard light bomber at the outbreak of World War Two

Boy Scout Uniform and Badges, 1944. Creator: Kenneth Brookes
Boy Scout Uniform and Badges, 1944. Patrol leaders hat badge; scarf of troop colour; all-round cords for six badges; staff of shoulder height

Guidoriccio da Fogliano, fresco, Simone Martini (1284-1344), Globe Hall, Palazzo Pubblico, Siena Siena Palazzo Pubblico, Globe Hall Mural Painting Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Knight with the Arms of Jean de Daillon, c1480 (1946). Artist: Guillaume Desremaulx
Knight with the Arms of Jean de Daillon, c1480 (1946). This tapestry is held by the Montacute House, Somerset. From The Connoisseur Vol. 117, edited by H. Granville Fell. [The National Magazine Co

Henschel Hs 126 -the Luftwaffes standard tactical reconnaissance airtcraft

The Maid, 1900-1918. Artist: Frank Craig
The Maid, 1900-1918. Joan of Arc (1412-1431), the Maid of Orleans, at the head of French cavalry

B. S. A. Air Rifles, Birmingham Small Arms Company
B.S.A. Air Rifles, The Birmingham Small Arms Company Limited Date: circa 1910

Advert, Standard Fireworks. 1928

Review of Rhode Island and Maine Troops, 1861. Creator: James Walker
Review of Rhode Island and Maine Troops, 1861

Design for Scouts Enrolment Card, (1944). Creator: Robert Baden-Powell
Design for Scouts Enrolment Card, (1944). A scout stands under the scouting motto: Be Prepared. On the right is an image of St George, patron saint of England, killing the dragon

A Rowing Match at Richmond, 1793, (1942). Creator: Robert Clevely
A Rowing Match at Richmond, 1793, (1942). Part of the Celebrations for the Duke of Clarences Birthday. Boats on the River Thames at Richmond, (now part of Greater London)

Siena, Italy - Contrada - Giraffa (Giraffe)
Standard bearer of the Contrada of Giraffa (Giraffe), Siena, Italy. At birth you become a member of one of the 17 Contrade (Districts) and your life revolves around your Contrada

View of the River Thames and boats, c1900. Taken from Richmond Bridge, the view shows the quite river with a flotilla of rowing boats moored at the quayside

The River Thames with Richmond Bridge and Richmond Hill in the distance, London, 1867. View showing boats and barges on the water. Richmond is now in the London borough of Richmond upon Thames

Captain James Cook taking possession of New South Wales in the name of the British Crown, 1770. James Cook (1728-1779), English explorer, navigator and hydrographer, made three voyages of discovery

Bucker Bu 131B - the standard Luftwaffes primary trainer

Standard of Ur Babylonian art
The Standard of Ur. 2600 -2400 BC. Peace panel. Babylonian art. Mosaic. UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. London. The British Museum. Proc: IRAQ. Ur

Siena, Italy - Contrada - Drago (Dragon)
Standard bearer of the Contrada of Drago (Dragon), Siena, Italy. At birth you become a member of one of the 17 Contrade (Districts) and your life revolves around your Contrada

Convict in prison cell turning hand-crank

1951 Standard Vanguard Phase 1. Creator: Unknown
1951 Standard Vanguard Phase 1

Coastguard cottages, St Just in Penwith Churchtown, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Coastguard cottages with a White Ensign flying on the flagpole at the New Downs end of the town. The flag is flown by all serving Royal Navy warships, ships boats, Royal Marines craft

South Shields - All The Fun Of The Fair. 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Raby Castle, County Durham, home of the Duke of Cleveland, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Fight for a Turkish Standard, c. 1905, by Jozef Brandt (1841
Jozef Brandt (1841-1915). Polish painter. Fight for a Turkish Standard, c.1905. National Museum. Krakow. Poland

Medieval tournament. The two sides of the contest with the Knight of Honor at the center. Miniature in the Livre des tournois of Rene d Anjou (1465). National Library in Paris. France

The Standard of Ur. 2600 -2400 BC. War panel. Babylonian art. Mosaic. UNITED KINGDOM. London. The British Museum. Proc: IRAQ. Ur

FALL OF PETERSBURG, 1865. The Fall of Petersburg, Virginia, during the American Civil War, 2 April 1865. Lithograph, 1893, by Kurz & Allison

Standards of British Commonwealth Countries
Borne in the Coronation procession of Queen Elizabeth II: the standards of British Commonwealth countries. Date: 1953

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
DGC437487 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Falk, Benjamin J. (1853-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Saint James Major, c. 1315 / 1320. Creator: Simone Martini
Saint James Major, c. 1315/1320

Rustic sports in the Park - north view of Harewood House, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Rustic sports in the Park - north view of Harewood House, 1845. Celebrations at Harewood House near Leeds in Yorkshire. The events which gave rise to the Festival were the Coming of Age

Dye House at Konya-cho, Kanda, 1857. 1857. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Dye House at Konya-cho, Kanda, 1857

Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?, c1830s. Creator: GH Adcock
Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?, c1830s. Biblical scene, Acts 26: 14: And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul

Two Rogues Calling Themselves Weavers Made Their Appearance, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
Two Rogues Calling Themselves Weavers Made Their Appearance, c1930. An illustration from The Emperors New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

The Lady Chapel, Liverpool Cathedral, 1926. Designed by Giles Gilbert Scott and built on St James Mount, in the centre of Liverpool, this is the second largest Anglican cathedral in the world

Battle of Quatre Bras, 1815 (1906). Artist: Vereker Monteith Hamilton
Battle of Quatre Bras, 1815 (1906). British infantry fighting off an attack by French cavalry at the battle fought two days before Waterloo. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. V

The Battle of Texel, 1673 (c1920). Artist: Eugene Louis Gabriel Isabey
The Battle of Texel, 1673 (c1920). In 1653, the Dutch admiral Maarten Tromp was killed in a battle with the English navy off the coast of Texel, Holland

The Battle of Towton, 29 March 1461, (c1920). The Battle of Towton (1461) took place near Towton in Yorkshire and was one of the bloodiest ever battles fought in Britain

British military discipline, 19th century. A soldier, tied to the triangle, being flogged with a cat-o-nine-tails. In 1867 Parliament abolished flogging in the services

The Spanish Armada which threatened England in July 1588. The ships of the Spanish fleet are shown in combat with British vessels

The New Standard Theatre, 1845
The New Standard Theatre in Shoreditch, London, showing an equestrian spectacle taking place on stage in 1845, the year that the theatre first opened

La Marseillaise, detail from the eastern face of the Arc de Triomphe, 1832-35 (stone)
XIR65818 La Marseillaise, detail from the eastern face of the Arc de Triomphe, 1832-35 (stone) by Rude, Francois (1784-1855); Arc de Triomphe, Paris

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"Unveiling the Standard: A Journey through History and Heritage" Step into a world where history unfurls its vibrant tapestry, as we explore the captivating story behind the "standard. " From the majestic HMS Victory to the iconic flags that fluttered in triumph at Nelson's famous signal during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, this is a journey you won't want to miss. As you delve deeper into our exhibit, marvel at the meticulously crafted flags used by the Royal Navy, each one carrying with it tales of bravery and valor. Gaze upon awe-inspiring masterpieces like "The Battle of Waterloo" and "The Battle of Trafalgar, " immortalized on canvas for generations to come. Transport yourself back in time as Scipio Africanus meets Hannibal at their fateful encounter during the Battle of Zama. Admire ancient Roman costumes that evoke an era long gone but never forgotten. But it's not just history that beckons us; advertisements from yesteryears also have their place here. Discover an enchanting advert for Horlicks Malted, evoking memories of cozy evenings sipping warm goodness. And who can resist Patersons Camp Coffee? Let your senses be tantalized by its enticing aroma. Intrigue awaits around every corner as we introduce you to a charming Bedlington Terrier, also known as Rothbury Terrier – loyal companions throughout centuries past. Marvel at King George V Silver Jubilee celebrations captured on an ILN cover from 1935 – a testament to enduring traditions and royal splendor. Finally, witness engineering excellence with Rolls Royce/Snecma Olympus 593 Mk602 standard engine – a symbol of innovation and power propelling mankind forward. Join us on this extraordinary voyage through time where they are set high and legacies are forged. Immerse yourself in our exhibition filled with treasures that remind us why history is not just a collection of events, but a testament to the human spirit.