Watling Collection

Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe. Commanded a combined army of British tribes which rose up and sacked Camulodunum (Colchester)

Portrait of an Aboriginal man, named Bennelong
Drawing 41 from the Watling Collection titled Native name Ben-nel-long, as painted when angry after Botany Bay Colebee was wounded by Port Jackson Painter, c. 1790

Calyptorhynchus funereus, yellow-tailed black cockatoo
Watercolour 137 by Thomas Watling from the Watling Collection titled Banksian Cockatoo, native name Kar ratt

Telopea speciosissima, waratah
Drawing 432 from the Watling Collection by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797. Illustration entitled Warratta

London Fire Engine Establishment, list of fire stations
Formed in 1833, the LFEE took over firefighting in London from the various Insurance Company fire brigades. It had 19 fire stations and its headquarters was located at Watling Street, City of London

Octopus
Watercolour 401 by the Port Jackson Painter, from the Watling Collection

An eye-sketch of Port Stephens, to the north of Broken Bay
Drawing LS 4 from the Watling Collection titled High water at Port Stephens at 10 o clock by a Port Jackson Painter, 1791-1792

The London Salvage Corps HQ, 40-42 Watling Street
Built in 1907 and located in the City of London, the headquarters station of the London Salvage Corps until it moved to its new premises in 1960

Map of Guanahani or San Salvador showing Watling Island where Christopher Columbus made landfall in 1492
2915316 Map of Guanahani or San Salvador showing Watling Island where Christopher Columbus made landfall in 1492. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R

The First Landing of Columbus on San Salvador Island, West Indies, from The Great Explorers Columbus and Vasco Da Gama
3742815 The First Landing of Columbus on San Salvador Island, West Indies, from The Great Explorers Columbus and Vasco Da Gama, after a print in De Bry's Voyages

St. Paul's Cathedral from Watling Street, London, early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Grafton's Chiffonelle Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Grafton's Chiffonelle, a draper specialist in women's lingerie, using perfect washing fabrics. Date: circa 1920

Sketch of Olde Watling PH, Bow, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Sketch of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Nothing for the Olde Watling, Bow

Photograph of Olde Watling PH, Bow, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Exterior St Antholins Church in the City of London. Of medieval origin, it was rebuilt to the designs of Sir Christopher Wren, following its destruction in the Great Fire of London in 1666

Ancient and Modern Communication. The Roman Road, Watling Street, flanked by the tall pylons of Rugby Radio Station, Northamptonshire, England. Date: 1950s

FURS AT EXHIBITION
The display of furs, by Smith & Sons of Watling Street, especially the sables, attracts great interest. Date: 1851

St Antholins church
St Antholins was a church in Watling Street in the City of London. Of medieval origin, it was rebuilt to the designs of Sir Christopher Wren

The First Landing Of Columbus On San Salvador Island, West Indies. Christopher Columbus C. 1451 To 1506
The First Landing Of Columbus On San Salvador Island, West Indies. Christopher Columbus C.1451 To 1506. Italian Navigator, Colonizer And Explorer

Map Of Guanahani Or San Salvador Showing Watling Island Where Christopher Columbus Made Landfall In 1492. From The Book Life Of Christopher Columbus By Clements R. Markham Published 1892

Hydatina physis, rose-petal bubble shell
Watercolour 399 by the Port Jackson Painter, entitled Kallee dere, from the Watling Collection

Drawing 25 from the Watling Collection
25. Mr White, Harris & Laing visiting Botany Bay Colebee

Aboriginal weapons and implements
Drawing 78 from the Watling Collection titled Wig goon, Womarang, Woo da by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

A View of Sydney Cove, Port Jackson March 7th 1792
Drawing 21 from the Watling Collection titled A View of Sydney Cove - Port Jackson March 7th 1792 by a Port Jackson Painter, 1792

Native woman and child of Australia
37. Gur-roo-ee, 38. Bi-Gong, 39. Goo-nee-orol-gal, 40. Ban-nel-lang, 41. Ben-nel-long, 42. Native woman and child. Drawings 37-42 from the Watling Collection

Ban-nel-lang meeting the Governor
Ban nel lang meeting the Governor by apointment after he was wounded by Willemaring in September 1790. Watercolour drawing from the Port Jackson Painter collection c. 1790, Watling Drawing no. 40

NFS (Salvage Corps) workers at a fire, WW2
Salvage workers from Cannon Street fire station sub-station A2Z.2X (Watling Street) undertaking salvage work at a warehouse fire

Union Workhouse, Preston, Lancashire
The massive Preston Union workhouse erected in 1865-8 on Watling Street Road, Fulwood, Lancashire, for up to 1500 inmates

St Pauls from Watling Street, London, 1926
St Pauls from Watling Street, London, at night, 1926. Date: 1926

Old Countryside Road Sign. Pointing in one direction toward Watling Street and the other toward Stone Corner. Part of Box 129 Boswell Collection - Local Views. Date: early 1900s

Accipiter cirrocephalus, collared sparrowhawk
Watercolour 112 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled New Holland Sparrowhawk

Falco longipennis, Australian hobby
Watercolour 105 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled Lunated Falcon, Goo-roo-wang

Watling Street, Two Gates, Staffordshire
Watling Street, Two Gates, Tamworth, near Wilnecote, Staffordshire, England. Date: 1930s

London Watling Street
The church of saint Antholin, considered one of Wrens finest, will be destroyed in 1875 and the spire sold for 5. Date: 1829

Hurdle making in Cuxton, Kent. 1937

Hurdle making in Cuxton, Kent. Tanning the posts. 1937

Hurdle making in Cuxton, Kent. Splitting the wood. 1937

Blitz in City of London - Watling Street, WW2
Blitz in City of London - firefighters in action with hosepipes in Watling Street following a bombing raid on 16 September 1940

Watercolour 66 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 66 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

View of the entrance into Port Jackson Harbour
Drawing 4 from the Watling Collection titled A View of the Entrance into Port Jackson Harbour by a Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

Portrait of an Aboriginal boy named Nanbree
Drawing 34 from the Watling Collection titled Portrait of Nanbree by Thomas Watling, 1792-1797

Landscape with aborigines, in tondo surrounded by tools and
Drawing 76 from the Watling Collection titled A Native climbing a tree near his Bark Hut and Fire by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

Drawing 22 from the Watling Collection

A View of the coastline on the western side of Lord Howe Isl
Drawing LS 5 from the Watling Collection titled View of Lord Howe Island by a Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

Full-length portrait of an Aboriginal man named Cameragal, e
Drawing 53 from the Watling Collection titled Cameragal the chief of the most powerful Tribe in New South Wales by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

Portrait of an Aboriginal woman carrying a child on her shou
Drawing 42 from the Watling Collection titled A Native Woman and her Child by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

Aboriginal man armed for combat
Drawing 50 from the Watling Collection titled A Native of New South Wales equipt for Fight by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

Portrait of an Aboriginal man named Gur-roo-ee
Drawing 37 from the Watling Collection titled Portrait of Gur-roo-ee by Thomas Watling, 1792-1797

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"Watling: A Journey Through History, Nature, and Culture" Step into the world of Watling, a name that echoes through time and encompasses a rich tapestry of stories. From Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe who once roamed these lands with fierce determination to protect her people's freedom, to the vibrant presence of Calyptorhynchus funereus - the majestic yellow-tailed black cockatoo that graces our skies. As we wander down Watling Street in London, we uncover more hidden gems. The London Fire Engine Establishment stands proudly along this historic road, its list of fire stations serving as a testament to bravery and dedication. And just beyond it lies Telopea speciosissima, the waratah flower blooming with fiery red petals that symbolize strength and resilience. But let us not forget about the mysteries lurking beneath our oceans. Like an elusive octopus hiding in plain sight, Watling holds secrets waiting to be discovered by those willing to dive deeper into its depths. Moving on from aquatic wonders to human history, we encounter The London Salvage Corps HQ at 40-42 Watling Street. This place tells tales of heroism during times of crisis when brave souls risked their lives for others' safety. In this diverse tapestry called Watling Street, there is room for all cultures and peoples. Take Bennelong—an Aboriginal man whose portrait reminds us of the importance of recognizing indigenous heritage and preserving cultural diversity. And as if transported through time itself, St. Paul's Cathedral emerges majestically before us from Watling Street—a breathtaking sight that has inspired awe for centuries. Amidst all these historical marvels lie advertisements like Grafton's Chiffonelle and Cotton Voile—reminders that even amidst grandeur and tradition; fashion finds its way into every era.