Stokes Collection

The wassail bowl
Locals gather round to drink hot mulled cider out of the wassail bowl. Artists: Alan Wright & Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

St Elizabeth of Hungary Spinning Wool for the Poor, 1901. Elizabeth (1207-1231) was the daughter of Andras II of Hungary. After the death in 1227 of her husband Louis IV, Landgrave of Thuringia

Childhoods Treasures, 1886, (c1930). Creator: Marianne Stokes
Childhoods Treasures, 1886, (c1930). Children with a litter of newborn puppies. Painting in the Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery, Nottingham

Smoking the Bees / Stokes
Smoking the bees

Juan Fernandez firecrown, Sephanoides fernandensis (female). Critically endangered. (Stokes hummingbird, Trochilus stokesii)

Blackheath Rugby Team: Latter, Carpmael, Stokes, Lohden, Spurling, Tarbutt, Dixon, Rigby, Finlinson, De Winton, Fegan, Maud, Thomson, Harris, Maturin, Cope, Cattell, Wilson. 1890s

Last of the Charlies -- watchman at Brixton Hill, London
The last of the Charlies (the traditional nickname for watchmen). Seen here is Mr R Stokes at his watchmans box, 160 Brixton Hill, South London, well equipped with a truncheon

Beagles
The beagle is a breed of small scent hound, similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound and was developed primarily for hunting hare. Artist: George Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Stag Hounds
The Staghound was a pack hound used to hunt red deer. It is now extinct. Artist: George Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Pointer
The Pointer is a medium-sized breed of pointing dog developed in England. It is used to find game for hunters. Artist: George Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Otter Hounds
The Otterhound is a rough-coated hound with an imposing head, originally bred for hunting. It has great strength and a strong body with long striding steps

Fox Hounds
The foxhound is a type of large hunting hound bred for strong hunting instincts, a keen sense of smell, and their bark, energy, drive, and speed. Artist: George Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Borzoi
The Borzoi or Russian Hunting Sighthound is a Russian breed of hunting dog of sighthound type, formerly used for wolf hunting. Artist: George Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Basset Hounds
The Basset is a scent hound that was originally bred for the purpose of hunting hare. Artist: George Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Basset Hound
The Basset is a scent hound that was originally bred for the purpose of hunting hare. Artist: George Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Stuart Stokes 3000 Metres Steeplechase Commonwealth Trials City Of Manchester Stadium, Manchester, England 16 June 2002 Date: 16 June 2002

Advert, A Stokes & Co, Birmingham Advert, A Stokes & Co, Birmingham
Advert, A. Stokes & Co, Birmingham and London, wood and metal screws. 1904

Bake-house in a Cornish Village by Adrian Stokes
A bake-house in a Cornish village. Loaves are carefully weighed before the baker shovels them into the oven. Date: 1888

Newtown Football Team, Wales: Lloyd, Harper, Goodwin, Townsend, Worthington, Stokes, Morgan, Pryce-Jones, Pryce-Jones, Mytton, Parry, Chapman, Tucker. 1890s

Dr. Johnsons Penance, 1880 (oil on canvas)
659819 Dr. Johnsons Penance, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Stokes, Adrian Scott (1854-1935); 118.5x184 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr. Johnsons Penance. Adrian Scott Stokes (1854-1935)

Part of Tenby Town and Harbour, 1853. Creator: George B. Stokes
Part of Tenby Town and Harbour, 1853

The Setting Sun, c1897, (c1930). Creator: Adrian Stokes
The Setting Sun, c1897, (c1930). Woman milking cows at sunset by the sea. Painting in the Harris Museum & Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire. From " Modern Masterpieces of British Art"

The Queen and the Page (There Once Was A King by Heinrich Heine). Private Collection

An Angel, c1905. Artist: Marianne Stokes
An Angel, c1905. From The Studio Volume 19, [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1900]

Study for St Elizabeth of Hungary, c1895 (1901). Elizabeth (1207-1231) was the daughter of Andras II of Hungary. After the death in 1227 of her husband Louis IV, Landgrave of Thuringia

Sir WIlfred Stokes
Sir Wilfred Stokes (1860-1927) - Between 1915 and 1918 Stokes worked for the inventions branch of the Ministry of Munitions

Brother Hal 3 years Stokes Stockton & Lothrop
Brother Hal, 3 years; Stokes, Stockton & Lothrop; about 1880; Albumen silver print

Debutante dress show 1939
Society girls as amateur mannequins at Dorothy Laws dress show in March 1939. From left to right, the group shows Miss Anne Nettlefold, Miss Joan O Malley, Miss Muriel Cunningham, Miss Pamela Stokes

ALICE PAUL (1885-1977). American social reformer. Photographed c1920

Guerillas
1818: A Spanish guerrilla stokes his rifle with a long stick. It was these Spanish freedom fighters who weakened Napoleons hold on Spain during the Peninsular War of 1808 to 1814

An extended African-American family round the fire Date: circa 1890s

HRH George, The Prince of Wales - The Volunteer Stoker
HRH George, The Prince of Wales (1865-1936) - as a Volunteer Stoker! The photograph was taken in 1909 on board the HMS Indomitable with the Officers and Members of his suite

Robert Morley and Michael North on a train
Robert Morley (1908-1992), British actor, and Michael North (Charles Edward Fletcher Stokes, 1902-1960), BBC producer and light music composer

Stoking the fire before heading to bed on Christmas Eve
A young boy in nightshirt and nightcap stokes the fire with his Mother before heading to bed on Christmas Eve, to dream of the joy, fun and raft of surprises the morrow may bring... Date: 1912

Zeebrugge, landing on the mole, 1918
" The men were magnificent" : landing on the mole from HMS Vindictive. The story of the landing on Zeebrugge Mole was vividly told in the account issued by the Admiralty

Royal Academy Selection Committee, 1929
The Royal Academy Selection Committee choosing the pictures for the summer exhibition in 1929. Photograph taken at Burlington House during the work of selection

Preparing for Santa
Excited boys the night before Xmas, getting ready for Santas visit. Artists: Alan Wright & Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

Choosing the Christmas turkey
Farmer and his butcher selecting a nice fat turkey for Xmas dinner. Artists: Alan Wright & Vernon Stokes Date: circa 1910

G Stokes, Shropshire Light Infantry and Royal Engineers
G. Stokes, Shropshire Light Infantry and Royal Engineers, 1914-1918, sitting on a rather large cart horse. Photograph

George Gabriel Stokes
Sir GEORGE GABRIEL STOKES Irish mathematical physicist at Cambridge Date: 1819 - 1903

Sir John Stokes
SIR JOHN STOKES military engineer Date: 1825 - 1902

GEORGIA: HOUSE, c1940. The Stokes-McHenry House on South 2nd Street in Madison, Georgia. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1940

ALICE PAUL (1885-1977). American social reformer. Oil over a photograph, c1920

Clarence H. White, Rose Pastor Stokes, American, 1871 - 1925, 1909, photogravure

Man stokes the fire with a bellows, Jan Luyken, wed. Pieter Arentsz & Cornelis van der Sys (II), 1711

Dr. Johnsons Penance, from the Picture by Adrian Stokes, Exhibited at the Royal Academy, Uk, 1881

SIR GEORGE GABRIEL STOKES (1819-1903). British (Irish born) mathematician and physicist. Original cabinet photograph, 1870

The Fireman of a Gentlemans Club
Character portrait of the Fireman of a Gentlemans Club - whos role was to stoke and feed all of the open fires throughout the establishment. Date: 1892

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"Stokes: A Captivating Glimpse into Marianne Stokes' Diverse Artistic World" Step back in time with St Elizabeth of Hungary Spinning Wool for the Poor, 1901, a masterpiece by Marianne Stokes that showcases her exceptional talent. This painting captures the compassion and selflessness of St Elizabeth as she dedicates herself to helping those in need. Intrigue your senses with The Wassail Bowl, an enchanting piece that immerses you in the festive spirit. Created by Marianne Stokes, this artwork transports you to a joyous gathering where friends and family come together to celebrate life's blessings. Childhoods Treasures, 1886 (c1930), another gem from Marianne Stokes' collection, evokes nostalgia and sentimentality. This captivating work invites us to reminisce about our own cherished childhood memories and treasured keepsakes. Delve into the fascinating world of Smoking the Bees / Stokes, where art meets nature. With meticulous attention to detail, Marianne Stokes captures a moment of tranquility as smoke is used to calm bees during honey extraction—a testament to humanity's harmonious relationship with nature. Experience the thrill of sportsmanship through Blackheath Rugby Team—an energetic portrayal capturing the camaraderie and passion within this renowned team. Through her brushstrokes, Marianne Stokes immortalizes their dedication on canvas for generations to admire. Meet "The Last of the Charlies, " a watchman at Brixton Hill in London—Marianne Stoke's tribute to hardworking individuals who safeguarded our communities. This poignant depiction pays homage to unsung heroes whose tireless efforts ensured safety throughout history. Embark on an adventure with Stag Hounds—a mesmerizing artwork showcasing these majestic creatures amidst breathtaking landscapes. Through her skillful use of color and composition, Marianne Stoke brings forth their elegance while capturing their wild spirit. Explore various hunting scenes brought to life by Marianne Stokes' artistic prowess.