Thistle Collection (page 7)

Congress of the British Association at Cardiff (engraving)
1591823 Congress of the British Association at Cardiff (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Congress of the British Association at Cardiff)

Human Frailty, c. 1656 (oil on canvas)
FIT58807 Human Frailty, c.1656 (oil on canvas) by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); 197.4x131 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Still Life of Forest Floor with Flowers, Mushrooms and Snails (oil on canvas)
RAF132064 Still Life of Forest Floor with Flowers, Mushrooms and Snails (oil on canvas) by Broeck, Elias van den (1650-1708); Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Dutch

Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack)
5929185 Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Militia knapsack, about 1795)

Rams horn silver-plated snuff mull, 27th Madras Native Infantry
5927042 RamAs horn silver-plated snuff mull, 27th Madras Native Infantry, 1857 (horn and silver) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Chanterelle, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999156 Chanterelle, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

The Duke of Fife, KT, PC, GCVO (litho)
2807899 The Duke of Fife, KT, PC, GCVO (litho) by Chesterton, Gilbert Keith (1874-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of Fife, KT, PC, GCVO)

4-pounds Scots (hat-piece) of James VI, Edinburgh mint, 1591 (obverse) (gold
FIT58855 4-pounds Scots (hat-piece) of James VI, Edinburgh mint, 1591 (obverse) (gold) (for reverse see 244626) by Scottish school, (16th century); diam: 0.29 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Do You Like Butter?
BON56108 Do You Like Butter? by Foster, Myles Birket (1825-99) (attr. to); Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; English, out of copyright

The Thistle (colour litho)
2638577 The Thistle (colour litho) by Milesi, J. (fl.1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator: J. Milesi Illustration from Plants and their application to ornament)

Corner of a Roman Garden, 1878 (oil on canvas)
AMO96925 Corner of a Roman Garden, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 30.5x92.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Birds, plate 35 from Fantaisies decoratives, engraved by Gillot
REV279420 Birds, plate 35 from Fantaisies decoratives, engraved by Gillot, published by Jules Rouam, Librairie de l Art, Paris, 1887 (colour engraving) by Habert-Dys

Raven: Great Corbie Crow (Corvus Corax), 1835 (hand-coloured engraving)
986245 Raven: Great Corbie Crow (Corvus Corax), 1835 (hand-coloured engraving) by Perrott, Charlotte L. E. (fl.1835) (after); 50x32.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Raven)

Sussa (Leaves, Flowers and Details) formerly attributed to James Bruce (1730-94
XYC151483 Sussa (Leaves, Flowers and Details) formerly attributed to James Bruce (1730-94) (w/c over graphite on paper) by Balugani, Luigi (1737-70); Yale Center for British Art

Saturday Afternoon, 1893
BRA33253 Saturday Afternoon, 1893 by King, Gunning (1859-1940); 76x63.5 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire, UK; eBradford Museums & Galleries; English, out of copyright

Rams horn silver-plated snuff mull, 27th Madras Native Infantry
5927041 RamAs horn silver-plated snuff mull, 27th Madras Native Infantry, 1857 (horn and silver) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack)
5929184 Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Militia knapsack, about 1795)

The late Marquis of Bute, KT (b / w photo)
1600238 The late Marquis of Bute, KT (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Marquis of Bute, KT)

The Baltic Fleet (engraving)
1608069 The Baltic Fleet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baltic Fleet. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 July 1855)

The American Yacht Volunteer, built to compete with the Thistle for the America Cup (engraving)
1591336 The American Yacht Volunteer, built to compete with the Thistle for the America Cup (engraving) by English School

Dr Johnson in the Highlands (engraving)
1063000 Dr Johnson in the Highlands (engraving) by Bogle, William Lockhart (fl.1881); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Johnson in the Highlands)

The Earl of Elgin, GCB, KT, Postmaster-General, Lord Rector of Glasgow University, etc (engraving)
1098382 The Earl of Elgin, GCB, KT, Postmaster-General, Lord Rector of Glasgow University, etc (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Glengarry badge, c. 1874-81 (white metal)
3043108 Glengarry badge, c.1874-81 (white metal) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Glengarry badge, other ranks)

Poppies, Buttercups, Daisies, Cornflowers, Thistles and other Wild Flowers in a facon de
827935 Poppies, Buttercups, Daisies, Cornflowers, Thistles and other Wild Flowers in a facon de Venise filigrana Glass Vase, with Pansies, a poppy and a dead-nettle on a Stone Ledge

Wildflowers in a landscape, c. 1890 (oil on canvas)
810533 Wildflowers in a landscape, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Costadau, Berthe (fl.1874-99); 119.4x170.2 cm; Private Collection; eJulian Simon Fine Art Ltd; French, out of copyright

Fruit and Thistle, 1925 (w / c on paper)
873819 Fruit and Thistle, 1925 (w/c on paper) by Demuth, Charles (1883-1935); 29.85 x45.72 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; eSan Diego Museum of Art; Museum purchase through the Earle W

Anglo Scottish American Friendship (colour litho)
3641573 Anglo Scottish American Friendship (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anglo Scottish American Friendship)

The Fox and the Sick Lion, from A Hundred Fables of Aesop, pub. 1903 (engraving)
3504445 The Fox and the Sick Lion, from A Hundred Fables of Aesop, pub.1903 (engraving) by Billingshurst, Percy J. (1871-1933); The Stapleton Collection; out of copyright

The Regalia of Scotland, Minor Articles of the Regalia (chromolitho)
2812016 The Regalia of Scotland, Minor Articles of the Regalia (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Regalia of Scotland, Minor Articles of the Regalia)

Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany visiting ex-Empress Eugenie, widow of Napoleon III of France
2779319 Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany visiting ex-Empress Eugenie, widow of Napoleon III of France, on her yacht Thistle (colour litho) by French School

Thistle Wallpaper Design, late 19th century (colour woodblock print on paper)
661067 Thistle Wallpaper Design, late 19th century (colour woodblock print on paper) by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Thistles and Foxglove; Chardons et Digitales, 1899 (oil on canvas)
652381 Thistles and Foxglove; Chardons et Digitales, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Ranson, Paul (1863-1909); 245.7x163.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Thistles and Foxglove; Chardons et Digitales)

Butterfly on Thistle Heads (w / c on paper)
2601897 Butterfly on Thistle Heads (w/c on paper) by Alexander, Edwin John (1870-1926); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; Scottish, out of copyright

Sandy Seashore, 1890
MEL48641 Sandy Seashore, 1890 by Signac, Paul (1863-1935); 65x81 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; French, out of copyright

Still Life with a Snake (oil on canvas)
AMO100606 Still Life with a Snake (oil on canvas) by Broeck, Elias van den (1650-1708); 52x40 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Dutch, out of copyright

Four beautiful women, wearing emblems of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland (chromolitho)
6029979 Four beautiful women, wearing emblems of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Four beautiful women)

The Sweet Rose - England, 1837: the Prickly Thistle, Scotland, 1876 (engraving)
5996517 The Sweet Rose - England, 1837: the Prickly Thistle, Scotland, 1876 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sweet Rose - England)

Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack)
5929183 Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Militia knapsack, about 1795)

Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack)
5929182 Militia knapsack, about 1795. (knapsack) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Militia knapsack, about 1795)

"The Rose, Shamrock, and Thistle, "Exhibition of the Society of British Artists (engraving)
1625551 " The Rose, Shamrock, and Thistle, " Exhibition of the Society of British Artists (engraving) by Baxter, Charles (1809-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Rose)

Yacht-Race for the America Cup, Trial-Race (16 September) between the American Yachts Mayflower and Volunteer
1591435 Yacht-Race for the America Cup, Trial-Race (16 September) between the American Yachts Mayflower and Volunteer, the Thistle in Company (engraving) by English School

Intended Marriage of the Eldest Daughter of the Prince of Wales (engraving)
1595972 Intended Marriage of the Eldest Daughter of the Prince of Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Still Life with Frog and Goldfinch (Thistles and Butterflies) (oil on canvas)
3743949 Still Life with Frog and Goldfinch (Thistles and Butterflies) (oil on canvas) by Withoos, Matthias (1627-1703); 85x67 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle)

A Bay Arab in a Coastal Landscape, 1779 (oil on panel)
991596 A Bay Arab in a Coastal Landscape, 1779 (oil on panel) by Stubbs, George (1724-1806); 82.5x101.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bay Arab in a Coastal Landscape)

Composite flowers: prepacket, donkeys thistle (or false acanth onopordum) and dandelion
FLO4610444 Composite flowers: prepacket, donkeys thistle (or false acanth onopordum) and dandelion. Coloured copper engraving

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"Emblem of Scotland: The Majestic Thistle and its Many Faces" The thistle, a symbol deeply rooted in Scottish heritage, has captivated hearts for centuries. From the regal Milk Thistle to the enchanting Musk Thistle, these resilient plants have become synonymous with Scotland's rugged beauty. Intricate Victorian botanical illustrations showcase the intricate details of each thistle species, capturing their unique allure. Just like the Flag of the Scottish Covenanters proudly displays this emblematic flower, it represents resilience and strength in adversity. A close-up of a Scottish thistle flower reveals its delicate yet prickly nature—a true reflection of Scotland itself. Even Partick Thistle FC football team from 1934-1935 found inspiration in this remarkable plant as they embraced its tenacity on the field. Dating back to 1843, a Canadian thistle botanical engraving showcases how far-reaching this captivating plant's influence truly is. Meanwhile, Leven Thistle Golf Club stands as a testament to both Scotland's love for golf and admiration for these beautiful blooms nestled alongside Scoonie Burn. Nature thrives amidst thistles too; an Annas Hummingbird gracefully feeds on nectar-rich blossoms while fluttering through Paradise. These flowers also attract vibrant Goldfinches that delightfully feast upon their seeds in Lower Saxony, Germany. Thistles hold significance beyond aesthetics; they are associated with prestigious orders of knighthood and high decorations—an honor bestowed upon those who embody courage and valor akin to this resilient plant. While often mistaken for thistles due to their striking appearance, Sea Holly adds another layer to Scotland's floral tapestry with its spiky blue petals reminiscent of ocean waves crashing against rocky shores. Toasting "Slàinte mhath. " (good health) with Scotch whisky or ale has long been accompanied by heartfelt words about beloved Scotland—its breathtaking landscapes adorned by majestic thistles that stand tall against the winds of time.