Winkle Collection

Winkle Street, Calbourne, Isle of Wight - Painted by artist Frank E Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Beerbohm Tree as Rip Van Winkle, based on the story by Washington Irving, probably at Her Majestys Theatre, London. circa 1900

Joseph Jefferson in his bicycle Chair (The Palm Beach Coach) - Florida, USA. Joseph Jefferson, commonly known as Joe Jefferson (18291905) - American actor

Heathletics. New water sports for the holidays; sea golf, winkle cricket and Ocean Pingpong. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary

Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown CBE
Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, CBE, DSC, AFC, FRAeS, RN, born 21 January 1919. RAeS President 1982-1983, left, with Henry Kremer. Date: 1919

Home of Rip Van Winkle, Sleepy Hollow, Catskill Mountains. Date c1902

Trails left on sand-covered rock from Edible periwinkle (Littorina littorea) grazing on algae. Cornwall, UK. May

Rip Van Winkle - Judith Gardenier, Rip Van Winkle's married daughter, with his grandson. Artist: Arthur Rackham

WW2, Rip Van Winkle
An illustration which shows Peter the Royal Air Force pilot, sat in the cockpit of his yellow fighter plane, with Hendrick Hudson on the back! Date: circa 1940

Cyril Maude, actor manager, as Rip van Winkle
Cyril Maude, actor manager (1862-1951), as Rip van Winkle, theatrical portrait in rustic costume, with long beard and cooking pot

The Duel After the Ball. " Mr. Winkle's eyes being closed, prevented his observing the very extraordinary
1000826 The Duel After the Ball. " Mr. Winkle's eyes being closed, prevented his observing the very extraordinary and unaccountable demeanour of Doctor Slammer

Winkle Street, Calbourne, Isle of Wight by Terry Whitworth

Place marker - Wee Willie Winkle
Place marker - Willie Winkles here to show ______________ the way to go. Date: circa 1937

Rip van Winkle (litho)
1597875 Rip van Winkle (litho) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rip van Winkle. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 September 1897)

Illustration for The Pickwick Papers by Cecil Aldin (colour litho)
6026681 Illustration for The Pickwick Papers by Cecil Aldin (colour litho) by Aldin, Cecil Charles Windsor (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

FREDERICK LESLIE actor, here as Rip van Winkle in the play of that name. Date: CIRCA 1883

As Flown by Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Bro?
As Flown by Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, Cbe, Dsc, Afc, Fraes, Rn (Born 21 January 1919) Former Royal-Navy Officer

The Staircase of the Chambre des Pairs, Paris, France, 1829. Artist: J Winkle
The Staircase of the Chambre des Pairs, Paris, France, 1829

The Duel After The Ball. "Mr. Winkles Eyes Being Closed, Prevented His Observing The Very Extraordinary And
The Duel After The Ball. " Mr. Winkles Eyes Being Closed, Prevented His Observing The Very Extraordinary And Unaccountable Demeanour Of Doctor Slammer

Mr. Winkle Returns Under Extraordinary Circumstances. Illustration From The Charles Dickens Novel The Pickwick Papers By H.K. Browne Known As Phiz

Brighton Winkle Stall
Queueing up at a winkle stall in Brighton, Sussex, England. Winkles are eaten with a pin, to winkle them out of their shells. Date: mid 1960s

Winkle seller, 1869
Man selling fine fresh winkles from a cart, 1869 Date: 1869

Misfitz - Rip Van Winkle. early 20th century

Winkle - Duke of Gloucesters pet Scottish terrier
A portrait of Winkle, a Scottie dog belonging to Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester. Date: 1931

Caricature of Fred Leslie, English actor and singer
Caricature of Fred Leslie (Frederick George Hobson, 1855-1892), English actor, singer, comedian and dramatist. Seen here in the role of Rip Van Winkle

DICKENS: PICKWICK PAPERS. Illustration by Felix O.C. Darley for Charles Dickenss The Pickwick Papers, showing Mr. Winkle and hunters with two hunting dogs. Engraving, c1873

MINA VAN WINKLE (1875-1933). American suffragist and social worker. Photograph, 1915

Cartoon of Common Periwinkle (Littorina littorea), an underwater sea snail using tentacle to put food in open mouth

Pickwick Papers, Permit me to introduce my friends, Mr. Tupman, Mr. Winkle, Mr
Pickwick Papers, " Permit me to introduce my friends, Mr. Tupman, Mr. Winkle, Mr. Snodgrass"

John Quidor, The Return of Rip Van Winkle, American, 1801-1881, 1849, oil on canvas

Winkle Street - Calbourne, Isle of Wight Date: circa 1910s

Flat Periwinkle (Littorina obtusata) eggs, attached to wrack frond, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, March

Washington Irving (1782-1859) American man of letters, c1880. Author of Rip Van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (1819-1820)

Washington Irving (1783-1859), American author and diplomat, born in Manhattan. He is best remembered for his short stories such as The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip van Winkle. Engraving

Two Crowned prickly winkle shells (Tectarius coronatus)

Pile of fresh winkles, high angle view

Littorina sp. periwinkle
A comparison of various periwinkle specimens (Littorina), held at the Natural History Museum, London

The return of Rip Van Winkle

Our merchant marine, the Rip Van Winkle of the sea. Illustration shows Rip Van Winkle, his beard long and his clothes tattered, asleep near an abandoned ship building yard

Robt. McWade as Rip Van Winkle. Date c1879

Irving / Rip / Koatskill Mtn
Rip encounters the odd inhabitants of the Koatskill Mountains. Date: First published: 1819

Irving / Rips Return
Rips return to the village. Date: First published: 1819

Irving / Rip Van Winkle
The village boys troop after Rip, their hero. Date: First published: 1819

Myth of Urashima
The legend of Urashima Taro, a humble fisher-lad, resembles that of Rip van Winkle : he is carried by a tortoise to the Dragons Palace where he lives with the Princess for ages

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Rip van Winkle encounters the Man with the Keg, who entices him to drink too much of his Hollands, sending him to sleep for twenty years

England / Iow / Calbourne
The picturesque Winkle Street, Calbourne, Isle of Wight, possibly named after John Winkle, rector of Shalfleet (1339 - 1347)

Mountain Railway USA 2
This electric funicular in the Catskill Mountains gives tourists a thrill unknown to Rip van Winkle (whose adventures took place here) as they swoop down and up again

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"Winkle: A Journey Through Time and Tales" Step into the world of winkle, where stories intertwine with history and legends come to life. From Beerbohm Tree's portrayal of Rip Van Winkle to Joseph Jefferson's bicycle chair in The Palm Beach Coach, the stage is set for a captivating adventure. In the realm of sports, we encounter Heathletics, a term coined by Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown CBE. His remarkable achievements soar high like a bird in flight, leaving us inspired by his indomitable spirit. Traveling further, we find ourselves amidst the enchanting landscapes that served as home to Rip Van Winkle himself - Sleepy Hollow nestled within the majestic Catskill Mountains. Here lies the essence of tranquility and mystery that has captivated generations. Venturing across oceans brings us to Winkle Street on Calbourne's Isle of Wight. This quaint location holds its own charm and whispers tales from times gone by. Amidst World War II chaos emerges an unexpected connection - Cyril Maude takes center stage as Rip Van Winkle once again. In this turbulent era, his performance serves as an escape from reality for those seeking solace through art. But let us not forget Mr. Winkle's misadventures at "The Duel After the Ball. " As his eyes remain closed, Doctor Slammer's peculiar behavior goes unnoticed – a comical twist in this tale full of surprises. Nature leaves its mark too; trails left on sand-covered rocks bear witness to Edible periwinkles' presence (Littorina littorea). These small creatures remind us that even in seemingly insignificant moments lie traces worth exploring. Woven together like threads in a tapestry, these hints paint a vivid picture of winkle’s multifaceted nature – spanning time periods and genres alike. So embark on this journey with open hearts and curious minds because within each winkle lies an untold story waiting to be discovered.