Wheeler Collection

Penny Farthing Cyclists, Fowey, Cornwall. August 1992
Approaching the Bodinnick Ferry are these penny farthing cyclists en route for Plymouth to raise funds for Macmillan Nursing Charity

Reliant Robin Only Fools Horses Del Boy

Morgan Super Aero 3 wheeler

SEWING MACHINE, c1890. Wheeler & Wilson industrial sewing machine. Line engraving, c1890

BSA three wheeler sports car and driver, South Wales
Mr Jack Holt driving his 1932 BSA three wheeler sports car, bought in 1938 from Morgan of Caerphilly. Probably photographed in the Haverfordwest area, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Sir Mortimer Wheeler
Portrait of Sir Mortimer Wheeler (1890 - 1976), archaeologist and broadcaster, seated at his desk in the British Academy. Through the medium of television

Piaggio Ape 500 pickup

FAB 1 Thunderbirds Car

Shops at Caledonian Road, North London. Date: circa 1905

Humpty Dumpty by Dorothy Wheeler
A little boy and girl stare up at a wall on which sits a very superior looking Humpty Dumpty wearing a crown and an eye glass

Inclined Plane Clock
Clock using an inclined plane designed by Maurice Wheeler, rector of Sibberton

Two Mashona tribeswomen pounding maize and millet, Zimbabwe, Africa, 1936. Artist: Wide World Photos
Two Mashona tribeswomen pounding maize and millet, Zimbabwe, Africa, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Cultural landscape at John Day River - USA, Oregon, Wheeler, John Day River, Kimberly, near

Snow babies - A Christmas Carol by Dorothy Wheeler
A snow baby, dressed all in white, sits on a snowy branch, singing a Christmas carol with a robin. Date: c.1925

Raleigh Three-Wheeler car Camping on Dartmoor
Raleigh 3-wheeler car, the Raleigh Safety Seven (introduced in 1933) taken on a camping jaunt onto Dartmoor. Raleigh shut down their Motor Department in 1935 Date: circa 1934

Mrs Wheeler
MRS WHEELER actress ?

1927 Morgan Aero 1100cc three-wheeler car
Jolly woman posing for a photograph seated in a fabulous 1927 Morgan Aero 1100cc three-wheeled car at the seafront in Margate, Kent. 1927

A witch-doctor, Uganda, Africa, 1936. Artist: Wide World Photos
A witch-doctor, Uganda, Africa, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Locomotive Breath
Holger Droste

Painting of Old Royal Car Pattern, India
3610005 Painting of Old Royal Car Pattern, India by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Painting of Horse Cart, India
3610001 Painting of Horse Cart, India by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Aerial view of a country road amid fields against blue clear sky

Doug Pinkerton, high wheeler -2
Champion racing cyclist Doug Pinkerton racing his high-wheel, or penny farthing bicycle. First published The Sunday Correspondent Date: 1990

Doug Pinkerton, high wheeler -1
Champion racing cyclist Doug Pinkerton racing his high-wheel, or penny farthing bicycle. First published The Sunday Correspondent Date: 1990

The Ingenious Spinning Jenny Invented by James Hargreaves, c1925. James Hargreaves, (c1720-1778), English inventor. From Cassells Romance of Famous Lives, Volume 3 by Harold Wheeler

Dante Aligheri - Dante and Beatrice in the Garden, c1925. Artist: Cesar Saccagi
Dante Aligheri - Dante and Beatrice in the Garden, c1925. Dante Alighieri, (1265-1321), Italian poet. From Cassells Romance of Famous Lives, Volume 1 by Harold Wheeler

A Kikuyu warrior, Kenya, 1936. Artist: Martin Johnson
A Kikuyu warrior, Kenya, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

A woman from the Sara-Kaba tribe, Congo Republic, Africa, 1936. Artist: Wide World Photos
A woman from the Sara-Kaba tribe, Congo Republic, Africa, 1936. Her beauty has been ruined to prevent rivals. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler

Tossing the caber at the Highland games, Scotland, 1936. Artist: Fox
Tossing the caber at the Highland games, Scotland, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Erosion landscape in Painted Hills - USA, Oregon, Wheeler, John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Painted Hills

Baslow Nether End early 1900s

H. E. Wheeler Decorations
An illustration showing an array of printed linens and furniture at 55, Victoria Street, Westminster. Date: circa 1915

Odds and Ends
An illustration for an article written by Doctor A. W. Oxford, in Colour Magazine, titled Odds and Ends. The image shows an array of items

Punch and Judy with elves, Dorothy M Wheeler
Christmas Command Performance! illustration of elves watching Punch and Judy show, surprising the drummer and the dog. Dorothy M Wheeler, illustrator, (1891-1966)

Dorothy Lee (1911-1999) was born Marjorie Millsap. An American actress and comedian, she appeared in nearly thirty films, often with the comedic duo Wheeler and Woolsey. Date: circa 1932

Cover design, Foxy the Footpad, picture story book
Foxy, the Footpad - children's book cover design by Dorothy Wheeler

Illustration, Foxy the Footpad, by Dorothy Wheeler
Foxy, the Footpad - study for children's book by Dorothy Wheeler

Children climbing down to the beach with bucket and spade

Hiller OH-23G Raven 615245
Hiller OH-23G Raven 64-15245 (msn 1754), at Wheeler Air Force Base, in Hawaii Date: circa 1980

Advert cover, Wheeler & Wilson's Sewing Machines
Advert cover, Wheeler & Wilson's gold medal lock stitch Sewing Machines, Queen Victoria Street, London, and Bold Street, Liverpool

Advert, Wheeler & Wilson's No. 6 Sewing Machine
Advert, Wheeler & Wilson's new rotary-hook lock-stitch No. 6 Sewing Machine, price £9. Date: 1875

Advert, Wheeler & Wilson's Sewing Machines, Cabinets and Hand Machines. Date: 1875

A plate design showing elves pulling a sleigh filled with toys through a wood. Date: Christmas Number 1923

Brentford public fountain for people and animals at Kew Bridge. Erected at the request of Mrs. Wheeler on memorial to her late husband, Samuel Wheeler at a cost of £1600. Date: 1877

Loading a passenger's luggage on the roof of a four-wheeler at St Pancras station, London. Date: C. 1920
Loading a passenger's luggage on the roof of a four-wheeler at St Pancras station, London. Date: C.1920

Eric Wheeler Race Horse Trainer 23 March 2000 Date: 23 March 2000

Flatavan (Super Caravan) of Melville Hart & Co. of St. Stephens House, Westminster leaving Buckingham Palace, London. Flatavans were able to provide sleeping

Girl riding a vintage peddle tricycle along the sidewalk
Amercian girl riding a vintage peddle tricycle along the sidewalk. Date: circa 1909

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"Wheeler: A Journey Through Time and Wheels" Step back in time to August 1992 in Fowey, Cornwall, where Penny Farthing Cyclists gracefully pedaled through the picturesque streets. Reminiscent of a bygone era, these vintage bicycles brought a touch of nostalgia to the charming coastal town. Speaking of iconic wheels, who could forget the hilarious antics of Del Boy and his trusty Reliant Robin from "Only Fools and Horses"? This three-wheeled wonder became synonymous with comedy as it zoomed around the streets, bringing laughter to millions. For those seeking a taste of luxury on three wheels, the Morgan Super Aero 3 wheeler was an epitome of elegance. With its sleek design and powerful engine, this British gem turned heads wherever it went. On a more practical note, we have the Piaggio Ape 500 pickup – a versatile workhorse that effortlessly maneuvered through narrow city streets. Its compact size made it perfect for navigating busy urban environments while carrying essential cargo. In another realm entirely but equally fascinating is the Wheeler & Wilson industrial sewing machine from c1890. This marvel revolutionized textile production and paved the way for modern-day fashion as we know it today. Now let's shift our attention to something out-of-this-world – FAB 1 Thunderbirds Car. Straight from Tracy Island came this futuristic vehicle that captivated imaginations with its cutting-edge technology and sleek design. Truly an icon among sci-fi enthusiasts. Venturing into sports cars territory brings us to BSA three-wheeler sports car in South Wales. The adrenaline-fueled adventures behind its wheel left spectators breathless as drivers pushed boundaries on winding roads with exhilarating speed. Beyond automobiles lies Sir Mortimer Wheeler – an archaeologist whose groundbreaking discoveries unveiled ancient civilizations' secrets buried beneath layers of time. His contributions forever changed our understanding of history's rich tapestry.