Sowerby Collection

Girl Guides Gardening by Millicent Sowerby
Two girl guides pictured in a garden in the spring raking the grass and planting seeds

Meteorolites and meteorites
An engraving of meteorites by J. Sowerby, 1812. Illustration comes from the Sowerby Collection

Vintage Lorry outside The Old King Cross Inn, King Cross, Yo
Vintage Lorry outside The Old King Cross Inn (awaiting identification), King Cross, Halifax, near Sowerby Bridge, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1910s

Sewing in the Garden by Millicent Sowerby
Two girl guides sit in a picturesque garden knitting socks and comforters after their exertions gardening

White flowers and green tea leaves, Thea bohea, Camellia sinensis
5856743 White flowers and green tea leaves, Thea bohea, Camellia sinensis by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: White flowers and green tea leaves, Thea bohea, Camellia sinensis)

Common furze or whin, Ulex europaeus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800

Sweet cicely, Myrrhis odorata
Sweet cicely or great chervil, Myrrhis odorata (Scandix odorata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800

Field gromwell, Buglossoides arvensis (Lithospermum arvense). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1793

Spear thistle, Cirsium vulgare (Carduus lanceolatus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1793

Common saffron crocus, Crocus sativa. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby after an illustration by L.W. from Edward Hamiltons Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London, 1852

Common jonquil, Narcissus jonquilla. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Girls and their toy horse - Two girls in the garden giving their dolly a ride on the wooden horse. Artist: Millicent Sowerby Date: circa 1920

Wold meteorite
Watercolour of the Wold meteorite, Yorkshire by Hariet Topham, 1797. Image from Sowerby Collection

Picking Apples by Millicent Sowerby
Two girl guides and a brownie lend a hand by picking apples in a picturesque orchard

Cuddling pussy - Young girl in the garden giving the cat a hug. Artist: Millicent Sowerby Date: circa 1920

Pale narcissus or primrose peerless, Narcissus biflorus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a drawing by James Sowerby for Smith's "English Botany, " London, 1795

Coralline species, Corallina auriculariaeformis. (Cactus coralline, Halimedia opuntia?) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new

Ergot of rye, Claviceps purpurea (Secale cornutum). Handcoloured lithograph by Charlotte Caroline Sowerby from Edward Hamiltons Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London, 1852

Sowerby Bridge Railway Station, early 1900s

Sowerby Bridge Railway Station

Sowerby Bridge - Bolton Brow Prospect Inn

Sowerby Bridge - Canal Wharf - Fire engine

Sowerby Bridge - Gratrix Lane

Sowerby Bridge - Rush Ceremony 1906

Sowerby Bridge - West Street

Wharfe Street, Sowerby Bridge, early 1900s

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West Street, Sowerby Bridge

Sowerby early 1900s

Sowerby Bridge West Street early 1900s

Rush ceremony, Sowerby Bridge

Sowerby Bridge Bolton Brow early 1900s

Sowerby Bridge Rush Ceremony early 1900s

Gratix Lane, Sowerby Bridge

Sowerby Bridge Gratrix Lane early 1900s

Fire engine, Canal Wharf Sowerby Bridge

Sowerby Bridge Canal Wharf Fire Engine early 1900s

Bolton Brow, Sowerby Bridge

Scarlet and yellow flowered greater Indian cress, Tropaeolum majus
5856740 Scarlet and yellow flowered greater Indian cress, Tropaeolum majus by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Scarlet and yellow flowered greater Indian cress or nasturtium, Tropaeolum majus)

Scarlet flowered Indian pink, Spigelia marilandica
5856653 Scarlet flowered Indian pink, Spigelia marilandica by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Scarlet flowered Indian pink or perennial wormgrass, Spigelia marilandica)

Ipecacuan, Ipecacuanha
5856780 Ipecacuan, Ipecacuanha by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Ipecacuan, Ipecacuanha, showing leaves, root and tendrils)

Long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa
5856765 Long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Root rhizome, leaves and yellow flowers of the long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa)

Narrow leaved ginger, Zingiber officinale
5856763 Narrow leaved ginger, Zingiber officinale by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Rhizome, leaves and pink flowers of the narrow-leaved ginger, Zingiber officinale)

Common arum, Arum maculatum
5856762 Common arum, Arum maculatum by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Root tuber, purple flower spadix and leaf outline of the common arum, Arum maculatum)

Sweet flag, Acorus calamus
5856761 Sweet flag, Acorus calamus by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Long sword-shaped leaf and conical spike flower of the Sweet flag, Acorus calamus)

Common mulberry tree, Morus nigra
5856756 Common mulberry tree, Morus nigra by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Leaves, yellow flowers, purple and red berries of the common mulberry tree, Morus nigra)

Roots, rhizome, leaves and flower of contrayerva, Dorstenia contrajerva
5856753 Roots, rhizome, leaves and flower of contrayerva, Dorstenia contrajerva by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Roots, rhizome, leaves and flower of contrayerva, Dorstenia contrajerva)

Sassafras tree, Laurus sassafras
5856748 Sassafras tree, Laurus sassafras by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: White flowered branch of the Sassafras tree, Laurus sassafras)

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"Sowerby: A Captivating Blend of Nature's Delights" Step into the enchanting world of Sowerby, where meteorolites and meteorites illuminate the sky with their celestial dance. Amidst this cosmic spectacle, delicate white flowers sway gracefully alongside vibrant green tea leaves, Thea bohea and Camellia sinensis, creating a symphony of colors and scents. Millicent Sowerby, a skilled gardener and Girl Guide enthusiast, unveils her horticultural prowess in "Girl Guides Gardening. " Her expertise shines through as she cultivates a garden brimming with life outside The Old King Cross Inn in King Cross, Yo. A vintage lorry adds an element of nostalgia to this picturesque scene. In "Sewing in the Garden, " Millicent Sowerby showcases her creative talents amidst nature's bounty. As hops cascade down trellises like verdant waterfalls and common furze or whin blooms vibrantly nearby, she weaves threads of imagination into beautiful fabric creations. Discover the hidden treasures that lie within Sowerby's botanical haven. Sweet cicely releases its aromatic fragrance while field gromwell paints the landscape with its azure hues. Spear thistle stands tall as a guardian against intruders while common saffron crocus adds splashes of golden radiance to every corner. Immerse yourself in the allure of Sowerby's gardens where common jonquil dances joyfully under sunlit skies. Let your senses be captivated by this harmonious blend of flora and fauna carefully curated by Millicent Sowerby herself. Experience serenity amongst nature's wonders at Sowerby – a sanctuary where beauty blossoms at every turn.