Wray Collection

Wray Castle, holiday home of Beatrix Potter, Windermere, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

KING KONG, 1933. Starring Fay Wray

Fay Wray (1907-2004), Canadian-born American actress, 20th century. Wray is probably best known for her performance in the original King Kong (1933)

Canna flaccida. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney
FLO4665877 Canna flaccida. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821.; (add.info.: Canna flaccida)

Fay Wray Below the Sea movie advertisement

Fay Wray in Viva Villa (1934) wearing a Dolly Tree creation
Fay Wray in Viva Villa (1934) wearing a Dolly Tree gown Date: 1934

Canna flaccida. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821

John Ray, English botanist and zoologist (1627-1701)
John Ray, English botanist and zoologist, author of Historia Plantarum (1627-1701). Portrait engraved on steel by W.H. Lizars, from Sir William Jardines The Naturalists Library, 1833, Edinburgh

Sir Cecil Wray in the Pillory, May 7, 1784. May 7, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Sir Cecil Wray in the Pillory, May 7, 1784

The Westminster Deserter Drum d Out of The Regiment, May 18, 1784. May 18, 1784
The Westminster Deserter Drum d Out of The Regiment, May 18, 1784

Madam Blubber On Her Canvass, April 22, 1784. April 22, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Madam Blubber On Her Canvass, April 22, 1784

Madam Blubbers Last Shift or The Aerostatic Dilly, April 29, 1784. April 29, 1784
Madam Blubbers Last Shift or The Aerostatic Dilly, April 29, 1784

Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, March 30, 1784. March 30, 1784
Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, March 30, 1784

The Rival Candidates, April 8, 1784. April 8, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Rival Candidates, April 8, 1784

Lancaster LA2 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lancaster LA2 8

The scrutiny, or examination of the filth, 1784. Five men, holding their noses and examining chamber pots, with devils in the background on either side. One man is vomiting

The Westminster mendicant, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Westminster mendicant, 1784. A blind beggar, Sir Cecil Wray, being led by his dog. This satire is a reference to Wrays lack of success in contesting the Westminster constituency at the 1784

The Westminster Watchman, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Westminster Watchman, 1784. Charles James Fox as a watchman. In the background, two sham watchmen, Lord Hood and Sir Cecil Wray

Sir Cecils budget for paying the national debt, 1874. Chelsea Hospital falling into ruins, whilst pensioners are fleeing. In the distance Sir Cecil Wray is being mobbed by a group of maid-servants

The Westminster Deserter drum d out of the regiment, 1784. Artist
The Westminster Deserter drum d out of the regiment, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray being drummed away from the hustings in Covent Garden. Sam House is in the centre and Charles James Fox is on the right

The Rival Candidates, 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
The Rival Candidates, 1784. The three candidates for the Westminster constituency at the 1784 general election. Charles James Fox in the centre, in the pose of orator

Westminster Races... 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
Westminster Races... 1784. Showing the three candidates for the Westminster constituency in the 1784 general election, Samuel Hood, Charles James Fox and Cecil Wray

Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray stands between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. One of many satires on Wrays unpopular election proposals to abolish Chelsea

Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray is standing between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. The maid is standing on a paper inscribed Tax on servants

Three ladies of the royal family of Perak, Malay Peninsula, 1902. Artist: L Wray
Three ladies of the royal family of Perak, Malay Peninsula, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

A View of the Great Industrial Exhibition in Hyde Park, 1859. Artist: JC Armytage
A View of the Great Industrial Exhibition in Hyde Park, 1859. International exhibition organised by Henry Cole and Prince Albert, in London, 1 May to 11 October 1851

Fay Wray, Canadian-born American film actress, 1934-1935. Fay Wray (1907-2004) is best remembered for her performance in the original King Kong (1933)

John Ray, Also Spelled Wray, 1627 To 1705. English Naturalist And Botanist. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

John Ray Also Spelled Wray 1627-1705 Leading 17Th Century English Naturalist And Botanist From Old Englands Worthies By Lord Brougham And Others Published London Circa 1880 s

Convent, School and Orphanage at Bartrams, Hampstead, London
View of the new convent, school and orphanage at Bartrams, Hampstead, north London, designed by C.G. Wray. Date: 1874

KING KONG POSTER, 1933. King Kong film poster, 1933

Homerton Roman Catholic Orphanage Design
Architects design by C.G. Wray for a new orphanage for Roman Catholic children. Date: 1882

Group photo, British Army officers, including Lieutenant Colonel Lord (Baron) Wynford and Brigadier General Wray. Date: circa 1914

Daniel Wray
DANIEL WRAY churchman and antiquary Date: 1701 - 1783

Drawings Prints, Print, Sir Cecils Budget, Paying National Debt, Publisher, Subject
Drawings and Prints, Print, Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, Publisher, Subject, Subject, Artist, Elizabeth Darchery, Sir Cecil Wray, Samuel House, Charles James Fox

Drawings Prints, Print, Westminster Mendicant, Artist, Subject, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Westminster Mendicant, Artist, Subject, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Sir Cecil Wray, Hannah Humphrey, British, London 1757-1827 London, British

Drawings Prints, Print, Madam Blubber, Last Shift, Aerostatic Dilly, Publisher, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, Madam Blubbers Last Shift or The Aerostatic Dilly, Publisher, Artist, Subject, Subject, Hannah Humphrey, Thomas Rowlandson, Sir Cecil Wray, Lady Albinia Hobart

Drawings Prints, Print, Westminster Watchman, Subject, Artist, Sir Cecil Wray, Admiral Samuel Hood
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Westminster Watchman, Subject, Artist, Subject, Sir Cecil Wray, Admiral Samuel Hood, Thomas Rowlandson, Charles James Fox, British, Yorkshire 1734-1805 Lincolnshire

Drawings Prints, Print, Westminster Deserter, Drum d Out Regiment, Subject, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Westminster Deserter Drum d Out of The Regiment, Subject, Artist, Subject, Publisher, Charles James Fox, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel House, Sir Cecil Wray

Drawings Prints, Print, Sir, Cecil, Wray, Pillory, Artist, Publisher, Subject, Thomas Rowlandson
Drawings and Prints, Print, Sir Cecil Wray in the Pillory, Artist, Publisher, Subject, Subject, Thomas Rowlandson, Hannah Humphrey, Charles James Fox, John Jackson, Samuel House, Sir Cecil Wray

James Taylor Wray of the Bedale Hunt with his Dun Hunter Possibly signed, lower right: " [?]", Anson Ambrose Martin, active 1830-1844, British

FAY WRAY (1907-2004). Canadian-born American actress. Still from the motion picture King Kong, 1933

ERICH VON STROHEIM (1885-1957). Austrian (naturalized American) actor and film director. With Fay Wray in a scene from The Wedding March, 1927

Christopher Wray
Sir CHRISTOPHER WRAY Lord Chief Justice of England, at the age of 59

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"Wray: A Captivating Blend of History, Nature, and Hollywood Glamour" Discover the enchanting Wray Castle nestled in the picturesque Windermere, within the breathtaking Lake District National Park. Once a holiday home for beloved author Beatrix Potter, this stunning estate is steeped in history and charm. While Wray Castle may not be associated with King Kong himself, it shares an intriguing connection with Fay Wray, the Canadian-born American actress who starred in the iconic 1933 film. Her captivating performance alongside the colossal ape has forever etched her name into cinematic history. Beyond her role as Ann Darrow in King Kong, Fay Wray's talent graced numerous other films of the 20th century. From thrilling adventures below the sea to historical dramas like Viva Villa (1934), she captivated audiences with her undeniable presence on-screen. But let us not forget that "Wray" holds more than just Hollywood allure. In London's Hampstead neighborhood lies Bartrams - once home to a convent, school, and orphanage where countless lives were touched by its benevolent spirit. Delving deeper into history reveals another notable figure bearing the name "Wray. " Sir Cecil Wray found himself facing public humiliation when he was placed in the pillory on May 7th, 1784. This event was captured vividly by Thomas Rowlandson's skilled hand. Continuing our journey through time brings us to May 18th of that same year when The Westminster Deserter Drum was drummed out of The Regiment – yet another fascinating glimpse into centuries past. And finally, we encounter Madam Blubber On Her Canvass on April 22nd also depicted by Thomas Rowlandson. These historical snapshots remind us that "Wray" encompasses tales both grand and ordinary from different eras. As we explore these diverse facets of "Wray, " let us not overlook the botanical world.