Watson Collection (page 5)

The cutters Rosamond, Carina and Sonya racing downwind, 1911. Creator
The cutters Rosamond, Carina and Sonya racing downwind, 1911

The racing cutter Creole under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The racing cutter Creole under sail, 1911. Creole was built in 1890 from designs of G L Watson for Colonel Villiers Bagot

The 179 ton White Heather and 221 ton Britannia racing upwind, 1921. Creator
The 179 ton White Heather and 221 ton Britannia racing upwind, 1921

The 221 ton cutter Britannia at anchor with prize flags, 1921. Britannia was owned by King George V. One of the most successful racers of its day, in 1913 it won 8 of the 13 races it entered

The Big Class yachts Britannia, Ma oona, and Carina sailing in light winds, 1913

The 40-rater cutter Carina leaves wake, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40-rater cutter Carina leaves wake, 1911. Carina was designed by George Lennox Watson for Admiral Montagu and built in 1894

Libertys motor launch underway, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Libertys motor launch underway, 1914. Liberty was built for Joseph Pulitzer in 1908. Designed by George Lennox Watson she was one of the largest private yachts of her day

The 40-rater cutter Carina heeling in good wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40-rater cutter Carina heeling in good wind, 1911. Carina was designed by George Lennox Watson for Admiral Montagu and built in 1894

The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing with spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing with spinnaker, 1913. Carina was designed by George Lennox Watson for Admiral Montagu and built in 1894

The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing full sail downwind, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing full sail downwind, 1913. Carina was designed by George Lennox Watson for Admiral Montagu and built in 1894

The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing close-hauled, 1913. Carina was designed by George Lennox Watson for Admiral Montagu and built in 1894

The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing on a reach, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40-rater cutter Carina sailing on a reach, 1911. Carina was designed by George Lennox Watson for Admiral Montagu and built in 1894

The 40-rater cutter Carina at anchor with flags, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40-rater cutter Carina at anchor with flags, 1911. Carina was designed by George Lennox Watson for Admiral Montagu and built in 1894

The 766-ton steam yacht Sayonara, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 766-ton steam yacht Sayonara, 1912. Sayonara was built in 1911 to G.L. Watsons design for Archduke Charles Stephen of Austria

Lowering Libertys motor launch, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Lowering Libertys motor launch, 1914. Liberty was built for Joseph Pulitzer in 1908. Designed by George Lennox Watson she was one of the largest private yachts of her day

Libertys motor launch alongside Liberty, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Libertys motor launch alongside Liberty, 1914. Liberty was built for Joseph Pulitzer in 1908. Designed by George Lennox Watson she was one of the largest private yachts of her day

Start of Cowes to Weymouth Race: Carina, Adelaide, Ma oona, Britannia, 1913. Creator
Start of Cowes to Weymouth Race: Carina, Adelaide, Ma oona and Britannia not finding much wind, 1913

Britannia sails close-hauled, 1933. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Britannia sails close-hauled, 1933. This photograph shows Britannia after its conversion to J-Class bermuda rig in 1931

Britannia sails downwind under spinnaker, 1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Britannia sails downwind under spinnaker, 1935. This photograph shows Britannia after its conversion to J-Class bermuda rig in 1931

Britannia sailing without topsail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Britannia sailing without topsail, 1911. Britannia was owned by King George V and was used for cruising in 1911

Norada, Britannia & Maudrey sailing in gentle winds, 1913. Creator
Norada, Britannia & Maudrey sailing in gentle winds, 1913

The 221 ton gaff-rigged cutter Britannia sailing under spinnaker. Britannia was owned by King George V and was one of the most successful racers of its day

Britannia sails close-hauled, 1931. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Britannia sails close-hauled, 1931. This photograph shows Britannia after its conversion to J-Class bermuda rig

Gloucester, c1896. Artist: HW Watson
Gloucester, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Ripon Minster, c1896. Artist: C Watson
Ripon Minster, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Fountains Abbey, c1896. Artist: C Watson
Fountains Abbey, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Sir Brook Watson, Bart. Chairman of Lloyds 1796-1806, c1803, (1928)
Sir Brook Watson, Bart. Chairman of Lloyds 1796-1806, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Watson and the Shark, 1778, by John Singleton Copley

Cottage erected in St Jamess Park for the Ornithological Society of London, Westminster, 1844
Cottage erected in St Jamess Park for the Ornithological Society of London, Westminster, London, 1844. A view of Duck Island Cottage

View of the National Provincial Bank at no 112 Bishopsgate Street, City of London, c1840

Ludgate Hill, 1884. Artist: Charles John Watson
A street scene in Ludgate Hill, London, 1884

Frazer-Nash BMW 319 / 55 of E Violet Watson passing Bill Brunells Standard, Scottish Rally, 1938
Centre: Frazer-Nash BMW 319/55. 1936 1911 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. BDV536. Driver: Watson, Miss. E.V. Finished: 3rd. of 27 Chassis No. 56.127. Right: Standard Avon Flying Sixteen. 1936 2143 cc

Armstrong-Siddeley Special Burlington sports saloon of AP Watson at the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1934
Armstrong-Siddeley Siddeley Special, Burlington sports saloon. 1933 4960 cc. Reg. No. JK3636. Entry No: 128. Driver: Watson, A.P. Car colour is blue/grey. R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally.Date: 10-14.6.34

MG PA of Miss E Violet Watson competing in the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1934. Artist: Bill Brunell
MG PA 1934 847 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. OD8743. Event Entry No: 88. Driver: Watson, Miss. E.V. Finished: 29th out of 59 Chassis No. PA0279. Place: R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally. Date: 10-14.6.34

SS Jaguar 100 open 2-seater and Humber saloon competing in the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1939
SS Jaguar 100 Open 2-seater. 1938/39 Reg. No. DDV777.Entry No: 4. Driver: Watson, Miss. E. Violet. Background: Humber Saloon 1938 Vehicle Reg. No. DVC883. Entry No: 6. R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally

Singer Le Mans, Ford V8 and MG J2 at the Sunbac Inter-Club Team Trial, 1935. Artist: Bill Brunell
Right: Singer Le Mans. 1934 972 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. AHP560. Event Entry No: 81. Driver: Frame, G.M. Left: Ford V8 Saloon 1934 3622 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. US7746. Event Entry No: 82

Miss EV Watsons MG J3 climbing Nailsworth Ladder, Sunbac Colmore Trial, Gloucestershire, 1934
MG J3 746S cc. Reg. No. OD6791. Event Entry No: 101 Driver: Watson, Miss. E.V. Chassis No. J3772. Nailsworth Ladder Gloucestershire. Sunbac Colmore Trial. Date: 24.2.34

AL Watsons MG 18 / 80 with sports body competing in the Inter-Varsity Trial, November 1931
MG 18/80 sports body c 1931 2468 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. GP7508. Event Entry No: 47 Driver: Watson, A.L. Place: Inter-Varsity Trial. Date: Nov-31

Wolseley Hornet of AL Watson competing in the Inter-Varsity Speed Trial, Eynsham, Oxfordshire, 1932
Wolseley Hornet 1271 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. GW4635. Event Entry No: 37. Driver: Watson, A.L. Finished: 3rd. In class. Place: Eynsham, Oxford. Inter-Varsity Speed Trial. 27.2.32

Bentley of FE Elgood and MG Magna of MB Watson racing at a MCC meeting, Brooklands, Surrey, 1933
Bentley Open 4-seat touring body. 2996 cc. Entry No: 3. Driver: Elgood, F.E. Left: MG Magna 1933 1086 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. AGP799. Entry No: 22. Driver: Watson, M.B. Brooklands. M.C.C

WJ Watsons Vauxhall at the RAC Isle of Man TT race, 10 June 1914. Artist: Bill Brunell
Vauxhall 3308 cc. Event Entry No: 17 Driver: Watson, W.J. Possibly at weighing-in. Retired with a broken crankshaft. Place: Isle of Man. R.A.C. T.T. Race. Date: 10.6.14

AP Watsons Lagonda and AS Lustys Riley Lynx at the chicane, JCC Members Day, Brooklands, 1939
Lagonda 4480 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. EPE97. Event Entry No: 31 Driver: Watson, A.P. Left Riley Lynx 1936 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. JD7593. Entry No: 9 Driver: Lusty, A.S. Place: Brooklands, The chicane

Cars on the start line at the MCC Members Meeting, Brooklands, 10 September 1938
Triumph 1991 cc. Reg. No. BYV1. Event Entry No: 10 Driver: Wells, C.V. Right of centre Alvis 1842 cc. Reg. No. ELL477. Driver: Watson, W.J. Right of centre Triumph 1767 cc. Driver: Wills, A.G

Bobby Watson, Brecon Jazz Festival, Brecon, Powys, Wales, August, 1999. Artist: Brian O Connor
Bobby Watson, Brecon Jazz Festival, Brecon, Powys, Wales, August, 1999

Bobby Watson, Ronnie Scotts, Soho, London, November, 1989. Artist: Brian O Connor
Bobby Watson, Ronnie Scott s, Soho, London, November, 1989

Bobby Watson, Shaw Theatre, London, March, 1985. Artist: Brian O Connor
Bobby Watson, Shaw Theatre, London, March, 1985

Pub landlord, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Artist: Michael Walters
Pub landlord, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Mr Jack Watson with his newly installed microwave oven in the Bulls Head in the town of Mexborough

Portrait of Sir Charles Watson, 1775. Found in the Collection of Fondazione Cariplo

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"Unveiling the Secrets: Watson's Journey through Time and Fields" From unraveling the double helix to solving perplexing mysteries, it has left an indelible mark in various realms. In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick astounded the world with their groundbreaking DNA model, paving the way for modern genetics. Just like Sherlock Holmes relied on his trusted companion Dr. John Watson during their thrilling escapades, we find them nestled in a first-class carriage, ready to embark on another enigmatic case. The train becomes a symbol of their unwavering partnership as they navigate through treacherous puzzles together. Sidney Paget's iconic illustration from "The Adventure of Silver Blaze" captures Holmes and Watson at the height of their detective prowess. With keen observation skills and deductive reasoning, they become synonymous with unrivaled intelligence. Beyond crime-solving duos, even football teams bear witness to the name "Watson. " From Blackpool FC in 1936 to Celtic Football Club in 1905-1906, these athletes embody resilience and teamwork – qualities that parallel those displayed by our beloved detectives. As we delve into Arthur Conan Doyle's tales further, we witness Dr. John Watson observing Sherlock Holmes diligently working over intricate cases. Their synergy is palpable; it is this dynamic that propels them towards triumph against all odds. However, not limited to fictional characters or historical figures alone does this name prevail – Ella Watson emerges as a US Government Chairwoman in Gordon Parks' photograph "American Gothic. " Her determination echoes throughout time as she breaks barriers and shatters stereotypes. Shane Watson takes up the mantle as an Australian cricketer who exemplifies dedication and skill on the pitch. His achievements remind us that success can be attained through perseverance and hard work. In "The Adventure of Norwood Builder, " Sherlock Holmes once again showcases his unparalleled intellect alongside his loyal companion Dr. John Watson.