Watches Collection

Rolex wrist watch advertisement, 1931
Advertisement for iconic watch brand Rolex, the worlds most accurate wrist watch. Date: 1931

Rolex precision watches 1937
A selection of womens wristwatches for Rolex, Oyster watch that is waterproof, dustproof, anti magnetic and unbreakable glass. Products for Army & Navy catalogue. Date: 1937

Moses / Millais / Hands Up
MOSES Hebrew prophet and lawgiver watches the Israelites defeat the Amalekites, his arms held up by Aaron and Hur to ensure success

Rolex wrist watches advertisement

Paris Gargoyle
Black Peter the stone gargoyle of Notre Dame is 250ft above the ground. All Parisienne children know he watches out for naughty children

English Prizefighters
A pair of bruisers slug it out with their bare fists while a genteel crowd watches the action

Advert for The Rolex Oyster waterproof wrist watch 1930
Jabez Wolffe timing Miss Micky West for forth-coming attempt on Channel records. The most accurate wrist watch in the World made waterproof. Date: 1930

Advert for Mappin & Webb Ermeto Movado pocket watch 1934
Ermeto Movado watches a new model at a new price. Built for a life-times service, they have strong outer cases ensuring double glass breakage. Date: 1934

Napoleon and Spyglass
Mounted on his horse Marengo, He watches the progress of a battle with the aid of a spy- glass

Sir Isaac Newton -
SIR ISaC NEWTON - watches the apples dropping in his Lincolnshire garden - and wonders why they fall ? Date: 1642-1727

Flood at Johnstown / USA
A mother watches helplessly as her husband and young duaghter are swept away by the raging waters of a flood that hit Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Jungle Book. Mowgli. Baloo
Baloo the bear, with Mowgli seated on his back, runs with wolves whilst Shere Khan the tiger watches in the background

Little Mermaid / Ak / Col Pc
The little mermaid sits and watches the swans being fed

Mowgli & Wolves. Jungle
Shere Khan the tiger watches Mowgli with his wolf family

Napoleon at Moscow
He watches Moscow burn

Mariner, Watersnakes
The Mariner, the dead albatross slung round his neck, watches the sea snakes and blesses them as living things in his desolate world

Advertisement for John Eaton, Goldsmith and Jeweller, 53 Snig Hill, Sheffield, Yorkshire, 1907
From an original at Sheffield City Libraries: y13089

Pocket watches and wristwatches 1929
A selection of pocket watches that register the minutes, seconds and fifth of seconds and a golfers pocket watch that has pure white metal case and also ladies wristwatches with lever moverment

Glasgow Rangers players (left to right) Stuart McCall, Ally MCoist, Andy Goram, Richard Gough and Ian Durrant (centre) went along to Lain Jewellers in Glasgow to seal a sponsorship deal with Ebel

Emperor Nero watches Rome burn, whilst playing his Lyre
Roman Emperor Nero watches Rome burn from the Tower of Maecenas on the Esquiline Hill, whilst singing and playing the lyre. Painting by Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916). Polish Artist Date: 64 AD

Advert for Mappin & Webb fine jewellery 1934
Fine jewellery by Mappin & Webb, showing diamond cluster rings, brooches, earrings, watches, cufflinks and charms. Date: 1934

Gentlemens pocket watches with lever movement 1929
Selection of gold gentlemens pocket watches, products for Harrods catalogue jewellery department. Date: 1929

Shy Girl & Shy Robin 19C
A shy little girl watches a shy little robin on the window sill

Offenbach Hoffmann
(The Tales of Hoffmann) The closing scene of the Venetian episode : Hoffmann watches as Guilietta goes off with another lover

Concepts / Angels
A Guardian Angel watches over a child as she crosses a dangerous bridge

LONDON / HYDE PARK 1892
A nanny watches children play by the Serpentine, Kensington Gardens. Date: 1892

Advert for Asprey mens leather wrist watches 1938
Aspreys stock of mens watches is representative of finest work of the recognised leaders in the craft of watchmaking. Date: 1938

Advert for Tyme, Ermeto Movado ladies pocket watch 1933
Tyme, the best pocket watch made. Small and compact, yet absolutely protected against all causes of trouble. Can be carried in any pocket or hand-bag with other articles. Date: 1933

Advert for Mappin & Webb Ermeto Movado pocket watch 1933
Ermeto Movado watches are the last word in efficiency. The movements are doubly protected against dust, damp, and breakage by an inner and outer case

Young lady watching the couples dancing at a Grand Ball
Young lady smiles as she watches couples dancing at a Grand Ball from behind a large fan. Date: 1923

Expanding gold bracelet wristwatches 1929
Ladies gold expanding bracelet wristwatches, lever movement, with square and rectangle faces, products for Harrods catalogue jewellery department. Date: 1929

Advert for Bensons luminous wrist watch 1915
Bensons active service wristlet watch, fully luminous figures and hands and self closing cover. Date: 1915

Old Man Watching Cricket
An old man in a flat cap stands and watches a cricket match being played on Giggs Hill Green, Thames Ditton, Surrey, England. Date: 1950s

Two Horses in the stable with puppies
Two Horses (one black, one white) peer over the edge of their stable dividing wall at two small puppies (Terriers?) sitting on a blanket on the lower bench. Date: 1910s

Asprey Christmas presents, 1926
Colour advertisement for Asprey of Bond Street displaying a wide variety of Christmas present ideas, including an attache case, a shagreen cigarette box, leather handbag, crocodile handbag pochette

Boy Scrumping Apples
A little boy climbs a fence in order to steal some enticing- looking apples: a little dog watches approvingly

Gulliver / Lilliput / Sport
Gulliver watches the sports of the courtiers

German Guardian Angel
A guardian angel watches over a small child as it gathers flowers in the German countryside on a fine summers day

Oyster Stall, England
A bowler-hatted oyster seller watches while a workman, with his cap on the side of his head, helps himself to Cleethorpes oysters : probably in Lancashire

Roman Soldier on Guard
A Roman soldier, on guard duty on a cold winters day, watches as festive fare is carried to the banqueting hall

Beach Scene 1912
A little boy and girl play with their spades on the beach, while their mother, looking rather cold, holds their coats and watches over them

Napoleon and Shark
On board the Northumberland, travelling to Saint Helena, he watches with interest when a shark is captured

Life on a barge, Henley-on-Thames - early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Baking Tea-Bread
A young boy sits at the kitchen table and watches his mother baking tea-bread. Date: 1940s

Racehorse Training 1909
A trainer watches one of his jockeys ride a horse around the turf. Date: 1909

Paris Ecaillere 18C
A Frenchman treats himself to an oyster on the streets of Paris while the ecaillere watches to see whether he approves it

Baptism Jesus / Royaumont
Jesus is baptised by John the Baptist in the river Jordan : the Holy Spirit, in the form of a dove, watches overhead

Baby Weighed by Nurse
A nurse weighs a small baby while its mother watches

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"Timeless Elegance: A Glimpse into the World of Watches" Step back in time to 1931, when Rolex first captured hearts with their exquisite wrist watches. The iconic Rolex precision watches of 1937 set a new standard for accuracy and craftsmanship. In the enchanting painting "Moses, " Millais showcases a man wearing a Rolex wrist watch, symbolizing strength and sophistication. With hands up high, this timepiece becomes an emblem of power and style. Advertisements from that era highlighted the exceptional features of Rolex watches. The English Prizefighters proudly displayed their reliable companions on their wrists, while the Paris Gargoyle stood tall as a guardian of elegance. The advert for the revolutionary Rolex Oyster waterproof wrist watch in 1930 showcased its durability even during challenging times like the devastating flood at Johnstown, USA. This remarkable timepiece proved its resilience amidst chaos. Not only did pocket watches make a statement in fashion, but they also held historical significance. Mappin & Webb Ermeto Movado pocket watch from 1934 was an epitome of class and sophistication - an accessory fit for Sir Isaac Newton himself. From mythical creatures to great leaders, these captivating stories intertwine with horology. The Little Mermaid gracefully adorns her wrist with Ak/Col Pc's masterpiece - a testament to timeless beauty. Napoleon relied on his trusty spyglass to conquer nations; similarly, he trusted his faithful timepiece by his side. They have always been more than just tools; they are symbols representing our connection to history and our desire for precision and elegance.