Wernher Collection

Stralsund, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Stralsund, c1740. The city of Stralsund (Stralesunda in Latin), on the Baltic coast of Germany, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Pregnant Guppy N1024V under construction with On Mark Engineering at LAX - March 1962. the conversion was carried out in stages

Page from The Tatler featuring sisters Myra and Georgina Wernher, daughters of Lady Zia and Sir Harold Wernher and grand-daughters of Grand Duke Michael of Russia

Bolzano, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Bolzano, c1740. The city of Bolzano in Italy, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Olomouc, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Olomouc, c1740. The city of Olomouc in Moravia, (Czech Republic), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Eger, c1740. Creator: A GlaBer
Eger, c1740. The city of Eger in Hungary (Egra in Latin), with the river, churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated. From " Europaische Stadteansichten" by Martin Engelbrecht

Trento, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Trento, c1740. The city of Trento in Italy (Tridentum in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Passau, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Passau, c1740. The city of Passau in Germany, (Passavia in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Augsburg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Augsburg, c1740. The city of Augsburg in Germany, (Augusta Vindelicorum in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Lille, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Lille, c1740. The city of Lille in Flanders, (France), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated. On the right is a shop interior

Innsbruck, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Innsbruck, c1740. The city of Innsbruck in Austria (Oenipons in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Mainz, c1740. Creator: A GlaBer
Mainz, c1740. The city of Mainz in Germany (Moguntia in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, boats on the river, and churches and principal landmarks indicated

Nuremberg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Nuremberg, c1740. The city of Nuremberg in Bavaria, Germany (Numburgum in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Brno, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Brno, c1740. The city of Brno in Moravia (Czech Republic), with churches and principal landmarks indicated, and Spilberk Castle beyond

Regensburg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Regensburg, c1740. The city of Regensburg in Germany (Ratisbona in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Würzburg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Wurzburg, c1740. The city of Wurzburg in Germany, (Herbipolis in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Graz, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Graz, c1740. The city of Graz in Austria, (Graecium in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Leipzig, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Leipzig, c1740. The city of Leipzig in Germany (Lipsia in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Cambray, c1740. Creator: A GlaBer
Cambray, c1740. The city of Cambrai in France, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated. On the right is a textiles workshop

Lyon, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Lyon, c1740. The city of Lyon in France, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Namur, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Namur, c1740. The city of Namur in Belgium, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, the River Meuse and principal landmarks indicated

Countess Anastasia Mikhailovna de Torby (1892-1977), 1914. Artist: Anonymous
Countess Anastasia Mikhailovna de Torby (1892-1977), 1914. Found in the collection of Library of Congress, Washington D. C

Jena, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Jena, c1740. The city of Jena in Germany (Iena in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Tatler cover - Lady Zia Wernher and Lady Milford Haven
Front cover of the Tatler featuring sisters Lady Zia Wernher (Countess Zia Torby) and the Marchioness of Milford Haven (formerly Countess Nada Torby) at Downie Park, Killiemuir

Countess Nada and Zia Torby
Portraits of Countess Nada (Nadejda) Torby, later Marchioness of Milford Haven and Countess Zia (Anastasia) Torby, later Lady Zia Wernher, daughters of Grand Duke Michael Mikhailovitch of Russia

Countess Nada and Zia Torby & their mother
The Countess Torby, morganatic wife of Grand Duke Michael Mikhailovitch and her two daughters, Countess Nada (far left), later Marchioness of Milford of Haven and Countess Zia (2nd left)

The children of Grand Duke Michael Michaelovitch
Countess Anastasia Mikhailovna of Torby, CBE (9 September 1892 7 December 1977), otherwise styled Lady Zia Wernher, elder daughter of Grand Duke Michael Mikhailovich of Russia (standing)

Wernher Reading Room, Bedford College for Women, London
Wernher Reading Room, Bedford College for Women, Regents Park, London. Date: circa 1910s

Countess Zia and Nada Torby packing mittens for troops, WW1
Countess Zia Torby (later Lady Zia Wernher) and Countess Nada Torby (later Mountbatten), daughters of Grand Duke Michael and prominent figures in society organised this group of society ladies who

German physicist and rocket scientist. Oberth with officials of the Army Ballistic Missile Agency in Huntsville
HERMANN OBERTH (1894-1989). German physicist and rocket scientist. Oberth with officials of the Army Ballistic Missile Agency in Huntsville, Alabama, 1956. Left to right: Dr

Wernher von Braun

Manuscript depicting the visit of the Three Kings
Page from an illuminated manuscript, Leben der Maria, by the Bavarian priest Wernher (c 1170), depicting the visit of the Three Kings to the newly born Christ child. Date: 12th century

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"Wernher: A Tale of Timeless Elegance and Remarkable Connections" Step into the enchanting world of Wernher, a name that resonates with history and sophistication. Originating from Stralsund in 1740, this captivating story begins with the visionary creator Johann Georg Ringlin. His artistic prowess gave birth to masterpieces like the Pregnant Guppy N1024V, an awe-inspiring marvel still under construction. As we delve deeper into the annals of time, we encounter iconic figures gracing the pages of Tatler magazine. Lady Zia Wernher and Lady Milford Haven captivate our attention on its cover, exuding grace and charm. Countess Nada and Zia Torby emerge as intriguing characters in this tale; their elegance knows no bounds. Alongside them stands their remarkable mother, whose influence shaped their lives. The Tatler unveils another gem within its pages - sisters Myra and Georgina Wernher. Their beauty radiates through every photograph, leaving us mesmerized by their timeless allure. Journeying further back in time reveals more wonders crafted by Johann Georg Ringlin himself. Bolzano showcases his artistry with intricate details that transport us to a different era. Olomouc follows suit with its own unique charm while Eger captures our imagination with its ethereal beauty. Trento beckons us next as Johann Georg Ringlin's craftsmanship continues to astound us; each stroke tells a story of passion and dedication. Finally, Passau completes this extraordinary journey through time as Johann Georg Ringlin's creations stand tall against the test of ages. Wernher is not just a name but an embodiment of elegance intertwined with historical connections that transcend generations. From Stralsund to Tatler covers adorned by illustrious personalities like Lady Zia Wernher and Countess Nada - each chapter unfolds gracefully before our eyes.