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The Pontcysyllte AqueductThe fantastic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct near Wrexham. Designed by Thomas Telford and William Jessop and finished in 1805, the aqueduct is the longest and highest aqueduct in Britain
Wherefore Art Thou, Radio? By William Heath RobinsonIt has been suggested that during the Spring, 2 L O should devote one night a week to amatory music for those under the subtle influence of the vernal season
More Golfing Notes, by William Heath RobinsonSome suggestions for the novice. Illustrations showing various devices to assist golfing skills. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary
Riviera holiday makers on the pisteIllustration by William Heath Robinson showing skiiers intrigued by the appearance of glamorous Howard. K. Elcock characters
The Sites of London, by William Heath RobinsonHumorous designs for London fancy dress parties by William Heath Robinson. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans
Fort William and Ben Nevis, Scotland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900
Rejected by the inventions board" Rejected by the inventions board. VII -The Gallipoli Shell-Diverter for returning the Enemys Fire" There were other theatres of war besides he Western Front
Statue of William Tell and his son in Altdorf, Switzerland (Richard Kissling, 1895) Date: circa 1930s
Gardens at Gravetye Manor, near East Grinstead, SussexView of the gardens at Gravetye Manor, near East Grinstead, West Sussex, showing daffodils growing in the foreground, and the Elizabethan manor house in the background
Guiltcross Union Workhouse, Kenninghall, NorfolkThe Guiltcross Union Workhouse, designed by William Thorold, was erected in 1836-7 at Kenninghall, Norfolk. After its closure in 1902 the site was acquired by the Rev Harold Burden
Union Workhouse, Sleaford, LincolnshireAn aerial view of the Sleaford Union workhouse. Designed by William J Donthorn, the building was erected in 1837-8 on East Gate in Sleaford, Lincolnshire. The site later became known as Slea View
Walton Hospital, LiverpoolWalton Hospital, Rice Lane, Walton on the Hill, Liverpool. The central clock tower concealed a large water storage tank. The building was designed by William Culshaw
Overtime at a Christmas cracker factory by William Heath RobColour illustration by William Heath Robinson depicting one of his usual contraptions designed to solve the increase in demand for Christmas crackers during the forthcoming festive season
Some Cricket NoveltiesTo be introduced next season, official. For the assistance of fielders and batsman. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evan"
Dr. Beebe climbing out of his bathysphere, August 1934Photograph of Dr. William Beebe and his two-ton iron bathysphere off St. George, Bermuda, 11th August 1934. Dr. Beebe and his photographer, Otis Barton
Captain Sir John Franklin (1786-1847)Engraving of Captain Sir John Franklin in his Royal Navy uniform, pictured shortly before departing on his ill-fated Arctic expedition of 1845
Tottenham Hotspur vs. Sheffield United, F. A. Cup Final, 1901Photograph of the 1901 F.A. Cup Final between Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield United held at Bolton. The Cup was won by Tottenham
W. G. Grace batting at Gravesend, 1913Photograph of Dr. William Gilbert Grace (1848-1915) batting in the Gravesend vs. Eltham cricket match, held at Gravesend cricket ground, 1913
Wedding Feast by William Heath RobinsonFinely detailed colour illustration by William Heath Robinson (1872-1944) showing a wedding feast amid a rural setting. Robinson would follow this image with two more in subsequent years
Heath Robinson - Lancing-WheelRECOMMENDED TO THE WAR OFFICE (REPLY AWAITED) Patent Applied For: The New Lancing-Wheel for Teaching Young Lancers to Lance. A typically convoluted contraption created by William Heath Robinson
Morris / Kelmscott ManorWILLIAM MORRIS English writers home, Kelmscott Manor, near Lechlade, Oxfordshire
Proclamation of the German Empire in Versailles (Janury 18, 1871). William I of Prussia becomes Emperor of Germany. Litography
The summit, Ben Nevis, Fort William, Scotland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900
Bayeux Tapestry (1 of 8)A black and white depiction of the Bayeux Tapestry. In this section, Harold Godwinson meets with King Edward the Confessor and sails to France
A Madame Yevonde portrait of the Duchess of GloucesterPrincess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester (1901-2004) with her two sons Prince William (left) and Prince Richard (right), the current Duke of Gloucester
More Golfing Notes by William Heath RobinsonSome suggestions for the novice golfer on ways to improve their game from a Club Guider for hitting the ball on the exact spot and a Stymie Bridge for overcoming obstacles
Assassination of Sir Curzon WyllieThe assassination of Sir William Hutt Curzon Wyllie (1848-1909), an official of the British Indian government, at the Imperial Institute, South Kensington, London
Quiet music practice / W H RobinsonWhen practicing ones musical instrument, there is only one person who wants to hear it - the aspiring performer. A simple adjustment (as here depicted to the horn)
Central heating for cars / W H RobinsonThe Autofooetjoye central heating device, consisting of a small zinc water tank glued to the back of the car, warmed by an oil stove with connecting pipework that the driver can rest his feet
Diana, Princess of Wales (1961-1997) on a visit to St Columb, Cornwall
Testing a new type of steering gear / W Heath RobinsonIllustration by William Heath Robinson. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library
Fort William, Loch Linnhe and Ben Nevis (the tallest mountain in Great Britain)
Sir Edward ElgarSir Edward William Elgar, 1st Baronet, OM, GCVO (1857-1934), English composer. He composed oratorios, chamber music, symphonies, instrumental concertos, and songs
Union Workhouse, Downham Market, NorfolkThe Downham Union workhouse at Downham Market, Norfolk. The building, designed by William J Donthorn, was erected in 1836. It later became the Howdale County Home
If Unhealthy, be healthy: If Healthy by HealthierAn energetic man starts the day in his dressing gown by diving off the mantelpiece of his living room, using his wifes head as a springboard
Mr and Mrs W. E. GladstoneColour illustration of William Ewart Gladstone, English Liberal statesman, (1809-98) together with his wife, Catherine Gladstone (1812-1900), nee Glynne, enjoying tea in the garden at their home
Skiiers out of place in the RivieraA humorous illustration showing out of place William Heath Robinson characters receiving curious glances from glamorous holiday makers in a Howard. K. Elcock illustration
The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice, BarroEngraving showing the Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by pack ice in Barrows Straits, September 1849. These two ships were used by Sir James Clark Rosss Expedition of 1848-1849 to search
The End of Sir John Franklins Arctic Expedition, 1845Engraving showing the end of Sir John Franklins ill-fated Arctic expedition of 1845, entitled They Forged the last link with their lives. This engraving was taken from a painting by W
Knitting SweetheartSassy wartime woman lounging in a chair knitting while a portrait of her boyfriend or husband smiles from the canvas
William I the ConquerorWILLIAM I THE CONQUEROR Defeated Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 to claim the English throne
Corry / Vanity Fair 1877MONTAGU WILLIAM LOWRY CORRY BARON ROWTON Statesman and philanthropist, Disraelis private secretary
Davenport BrothersIra Davenport on the left, his brother William on the right : preparing to bind them inside their cabinet are Mr Fay and Mr Cooper, who will ensure that no trickery is involved
Blackheath GofferTo the Society of Goffers (golfers) At Blackheath Mr William Innes, merchant, plays golf on the heath. A caddy holds his clubs
Newcastle / Swing BridgeThe opening of the new swing bridge at Newcastle-on-Tyne on June 15th 1876. The bridge was designed by William Armstrong
Plants / Dianthus BarbatusSweet William, or Bearded Pink
Battle of HastingsBATTLE OF HASTINGS The battle rages between the armies of Harold and William, Duke of Normandy
Stowe House C18ThSir Richard Temples House at Stowe, designed by William Cleere & begun in 1676. This view dates from a later period when many improvements have been made. Now Stowe School