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Babes - Weir Collection - Drawing. Public domain image.

Babes - Weir Collection - Drawing. Public domain image.

For six nights only! 'Babes'. Burlesque Company. Printed by Clement-Smith & Co[mpan]y, Lithographer, London.

Forth Bridge - Queensferry cantilever from end of Hawes Pier

Forth Bridge - Queensferry cantilever from end of Hawes Pier

Photograph of the Queensferry cantilever from end of Hawes Pier. In this picture we have one differing from any of the preceding. As its title denotes, the principal feature in it is the cantilever itself, toge... More

Forth Bridge - Birds'-eye view of Inchgarvie and surrounding country

Forth Bridge - Birds'-eye view of Inchgarvie and surrounding country

Photograph of the Forth Bridge under construction, birds'-eye view of Inchgarvie and surrounding country. A result obtained from the apex of Queensferry cantilever after it had reached its full height, and a no... More

Pattisons ad 21 - Victorian era public domain image

Pattisons ad 21 - Victorian era public domain image

Pattison's Whisky Ad Public domain photograph of an advertising poster, advertisement, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Black eyed See-Usan - Weir Collection

Black eyed See-Usan - Weir Collection

Theatre poster for a revival of F. C. Burnand's 1884 Burlesque of Douglas William Jerrold's Black-Eyed Susan, called Black Eyed See-Usan. Every evening. Printed by Clement-Smith & Co[mpan]y, 317 Strand, London, W.C.

Forth Bridge - Detail of the top member

Forth Bridge - Detail of the top member

Photograph of a detail of the top member. Detail of the whole length between verticals including junctions. It would be interesting to know the number of visitors who have passed through the works and, being br... More

Forth Bridge - Queensferry cantilever and eight spans of approach viaduct

Forth Bridge - Queensferry cantilever and eight spans of approach viad...

Photograph of the Queensferry cantilever and 8 spans of approach viaduct. One of the few views showing approach viaduct south side, but has a slight defect in its perspective, on which account a better view was... More

Pattisons docks2 - A drawing of a harbor with barrels and ships

Pattisons docks2 - A drawing of a harbor with barrels and ships

Advertisement for Pattison's Whisky Public domain photograph of train tracks, car, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

British officer writing home - WWI - Western Front

British officer writing home - WWI - Western Front

A British officer writing home from the Western Front during World War One. Sitting on some sandbags and surrounded by scattered debris, this officer is writing a letter home. He is wearing puttees (protective... More

Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - BRAID-ALLABAN - The Central Highlands
Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - GLOTTIANA PRÆFECTVRA SVPERIOR - Upper Clydesdale
Edinburgh Castle John Slezer - Drawing. Public domain image.

Edinburgh Castle John Slezer - Drawing. Public domain image.

Edinburgh Castle from the north-east Public domain image of 16th-17th-century architecture, palace, castle, historical city building, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Forth Bridge - Fife superstructure from sea shore

Forth Bridge - Fife superstructure from sea shore

Photograph of the Fife superstructure from sea shore. This view was taken from a spot only approachable two or three times a year, namely, at the lowest spring tides. It serves well to show the progress of the... More

Mynheer Jan 02 - Weir Collection

Mynheer Jan 02 - Weir Collection

May 30, six nights. 'Mynheer Jan'. Printed by Stafford & Co., Netherfield, Nottingham.

Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - CANTYRA - Kintyre
Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - NITHIA - Nithsdale
Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - TEVIOTIA - Teviotdale
Forth Bridge - General view from North Queensferry hills depicting the three cantilevers at very nearly their full height

Forth Bridge - General view from North Queensferry hills depicting the...

Photograph of the Forth Bridge under construction, general view from North Queensferry hills. A view depicting the three cantilevers at very nearly their full height. The rising ground some 100 feet above sea l... More

Forth Bridge - General views from high ground back of South Queensferry 02

Forth Bridge - General views from high ground back of South Queensferr...

Photograph of general views from high ground back of South Queensferry. These views make an angle of about 35 degrees with the centre line and were taken when Queensferry cantilever was ready for first lift, t... More

Forth Bridge - Queensferry superstructure, showing arrangement of lifting platforms

Forth Bridge - Queensferry superstructure, showing arrangement of lift...

Photograph of the Queensferry superstructure, showing arrangement of lifting platforms. Here we have the work at a stage shown by no other picture. The plates having been secured from a point a little to the l... More

Jacobite broadside - Funeral Ticket for Lord Lovat

Jacobite broadside - Funeral Ticket for Lord Lovat

Lord Lovat (c. 1667-1747) 8 1/2x 12 3/4

Jacobite broadside - Lord Lovat's Trial 02

Jacobite broadside - Lord Lovat's Trial 02

Sketch of Lord Lovat's Trial Just part of the entire sketch, shows Lord Lovat inbetween 2 men and one man sitting in front of them text: "In the possession of the Hon.ble Horace Walpole" "Published August 1 179... More

Detail, from- Jacobite broadside - Simon, Lord Lovat and two others (cropped)

Detail, from- Jacobite broadside - Simon, Lord Lovat and two others (c...

Simon, Lord Lovat and two others Portrait of olderman from waist up, in full armour

Forth Bridge - Queensferry cantilever from end of approach viaduct

Forth Bridge - Queensferry cantilever from end of approach viaduct

Photograph of the Queensferry cantilever from end of approach viaduct. Here we have a view taken from a point somewhat to the right of centre line and a considerable height above sea level, as a result of which... More

Jacobite broadside - Electress Sophia and her daughter

Jacobite broadside - Electress Sophia and her daughter

Electress Sophia and her daughter Public domain photograph of female portrait, 18th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Jacobite broadside - Proposed coinage of the Stuarts

Jacobite broadside - Proposed coinage of the Stuarts

Proposed coinage of the Stuarts 4 extra large, 2 large, 4 medium, and 2 small coins with pictures of the Stuarts and ships, Classical figures, and an Angel

Jacobite broadside - Simon Lord Lovat 03

Jacobite broadside - Simon Lord Lovat 03

Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat (c. 1667- 1747) 15 3/8x 14 1/8 "The Lord Lovat as He appear'd at the time He was taken" below: "Among them there was a Politician with more Heads than a Beast in Vision And more Intrigu... More

Jacobite broadside - Westminster Hall during the trial of Lord Lovat

Jacobite broadside - Westminster Hall during the trial of Lord Lovat

Engraving of Westminster Hall during the trial of Lord Lovat Show Lord Lovat's trial, building completely full for trial

Jacobite broadside - William Boyd?, George Mackenzie, Simon Fraser

Jacobite broadside - William Boyd?, George Mackenzie, Simon Fraser

5 oval portraits with titles: Earl of Kilmarnock, Earl of Cromartie, Lord Lovat, Lord Balmerino, Charles Ratcliffe Esq.

Pattison'sSepoy mutiny1870

Pattison'sSepoy mutiny1870

Pattison's Whisky Advertisement

Scotia Depicta - Elcho Castle -Plate-

Scotia Depicta - Elcho Castle -Plate-

Plate XXXVI/b - John Claude Nattes made drawings of suitable scenes on the spot; etchings are by James Fittler.

Ticket of leave man - Weir Collection

Ticket of leave man - Weir Collection

'The ticket of leave man'. Printed by Stannard & Son, 7, Poland St., London, W.

Forth Bridge - Inchgarvie superstructure, showing erection of skewbacks

Forth Bridge - Inchgarvie superstructure, showing erection of skewback...

Photograph of the Inchgarvie superstructure, showing erection of 'skewbacks'. Mistakenly dated 14 Dec. 1887 [really 1886]. This is the first view in the series of Inchgarvie superstructure. To any one familiar ... More

Adam Bede - Weir Collection

Adam Bede - Weir Collection

For six nights only, commencing Monday, September 7th. Caption: 'I don't forget what's owing to you as a gentleman but in this thing we are man to man'. Printed by Stafford & Co., Netherfield, Nott[ingham].

Jacobite broadside - Lord Lovat a Spinning

Jacobite broadside - Lord Lovat a Spinning

Lord Lovat (c. 1667-1747) 8 5/8x 6 1/2 Lord Lovat dressed as a woman, spinning to hide from the guards, but they found him and have out their guns and are checking around the house

Jacobite broadside - Lovat's Ghost on Pilgrimage

Jacobite broadside - Lovat's Ghost on Pilgrimage

Lord Lovat (c. 1667-1747) 12 7/8x 7 1/8 Picture of Lord Lovat, headless, in a grave yard, carrying his own head, with a monk's habit on, and chain of the crucifiction around neck, holding a long walking stick. ... More

Poster - Pattisons stationery2 - Public domain lithograph

Poster - Pattisons stationery2 - Public domain lithograph

letterhead of Pattison's Ltd. Public domain photograph of an advertising poster, advertisement, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

1888 Dog art detail, from- Confusion - Weir Collection (cropped)

1888 Dog art detail, from- Confusion - Weir Collection (cropped)

'Confusion'. Six nights only. Monday, 14th March. Printed by Clement-Smith & Co[mpan]y, Lithographer, London. Published June 28, 1888, by Clement-Smith & Co[mpan]y, 317 Strand.

Jacobite broadside - Lord Lovat's Trial

Jacobite broadside - Lord Lovat's Trial

Sketch of Lord Lovat's Trial Judge listening to Lord Lovat, two men next to Lovat, one with big ax/beheading weapon text: "In the possession of the Hon.ble Horace Walpole" "Published August 1 1791 by W. Birth H... More

Jacobite broadside - Tandem Triumphans

Jacobite broadside - Tandem Triumphans

Picryl description: Public domain image of armed forces, cavalry, infantry, 18th-19th century war, military conflict, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Mikado 03 - Weir Collection

Mikado 03 - Weir Collection

Monday 20th September - Six nights only. D'Oyly Carte's Opera Company. 'The Mikado'. By W.S. Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan. Printed by W.S. Johnson, 60, St. Martins Lane, London, W.C.

Jacobite broadside - Countess of Cromarty, Isabel Gordon (d.1769) wife of the 3rd Earl of Cromarty

Jacobite broadside - Countess of Cromarty, Isabel Gordon (d.1769) wife...

Countess of Cromarty, Isabel Gordon (d.1769) wife of the 3rd Earl of Cromarty Portrait of woman with flowers and trees in background, hands on a basket of flowers

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Rupert (1619- 1682)

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Rupert (1619- 1682)

Portrait of Prince Rupert (1619- 1682) Son of Elizabeth of Bohemia and Frederick V of Bohemia

Scotia Depicta - Cullean Castle -Plate-

Scotia Depicta - Cullean Castle -Plate-

Plate XIX/b - John Claude Nattes made drawings of suitable scenes on the spot; etchings are by James Fittler. - John Claude Nattes made drawings of suitable scenes on the spot; etchings are by James Fittler.

Actress in costume by a chair - Weir Collection

Actress in costume by a chair - Weir Collection

Actress in costume by a chair. Public domain photograph of 19th-century female portrait, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Actress in dancing costume 02 - Weir Collection

Actress in dancing costume 02 - Weir Collection

Actress in dancing costume. Public domain photograph of 19th-century actress of burlesque, operetta, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Adventures of Roderick Random - Title

Adventures of Roderick Random - Title

Adventures of Roderick Random - Title Public domain scan of 1820s woodcut print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Babes in the wood - Weir Collection

Babes in the wood - Weir Collection

Leith Walk. Mr Beryl's First Royal Pantomime 85-86. 'The Babes in the Wood'. Every Evening until further notice. Printed by R. Arthur Lithographer, Kyle S., Glasgow.

Beautiful old song of The babes in the wood - Title

Beautiful old song of The babes in the wood - Title

Beautiful old song of The babes in the wood - Title image

Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - CARRICTA BOREALIS - Mid Ayrshire
Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - KIRCVBRIENSIS - East Kirkcudbright
Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - SCOTIA REGNUM - Kingdom of Scotland
Blaeu - Atlas of Scotland 1654 - VISTVS INSVLA - The Uists and Barra
Claudian - Weir Collection

Claudian - Weir Collection

'Claudian' by W. G. Wills & H. Herman. Produced under the sole Direction of Mr Wilson Barrett. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 10th December. Printed by Clement-Smith & Co[mpan]y, ... More

Emigration - Weir Collection

Emigration - Weir Collection

6 nights only. Hubert O'Grady as 'Hughey the Stowaway' in his great play 'Emigration'. Commencing Monday, September 7th [1885]. Caption: 'I'm better than I was, before I was as bad as I am, now.'. Printed by Da... More

Ernestine Rosa Cooke - Weir Collection

Ernestine Rosa Cooke - Weir Collection

John Henry Cooke's New Royal Circus East Fountainbridge (Lothian Road) Edinburgh.

Green bushes - Weir Collection

Green bushes - Weir Collection

Monday, April 27 [1885], six nights only. 'The Green Bushes'. Printed by David Allen & Sons, Belfast.

Hoodman blind - Weir Collection

Hoodman blind - Weir Collection

By Henry A. Jones and Wilson Barrett. Printed by Forbes Co., Boston, U.S.A.

Horses in art detail, Jilt - Weir Collection (cropped)

Horses in art detail, Jilt - Weir Collection (cropped)

Monday, May 16, for six nights. Dion Boucicault's Company. 'The Jilt'. Under the management of Fred W. Sidney. Printed by Stafford & Co., Netherfield, Nott[ingham].

I had a horse (1) - Title

I had a horse (1) - Title

I had a horse (1) - Title image

Jacobite broadside - Anne, Duchess of Hamilton

Jacobite broadside - Anne, Duchess of Hamilton

Anne Cochrane d.1724 (daughter of John Cochrane 4th Earl of Dundonald & Anne Murray); wife of James Hamilton 5th Duke of Hamilton, 2nd Duke of Brandon.

Jacobite broadside - Bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland

Jacobite broadside - Bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland

Large oval portrait of Duke of Cumberland with text surrounding: William Duke of Cumberland" below is a small battle scene with text below that: "The head engraved by Mr. Scotin. Published according to Act of P... More

Jacobite broadside - Christmas card for 1918
Jacobite broadside - Cluny Macpherson, 1649
Jacobite broadside - Colonel James Gardiner 02

Jacobite broadside - Colonel James Gardiner 02

Colonel James GARDINER (1688- 1745) Colonel of Dragoons; religoius enthusiast Portrait of Colonel James Gardiner, from about elbow up

Jacobite broadside - Culloden

Jacobite broadside - Culloden

Emblematic print of Culloden 9 3/4x 14 3/4

Jacobite broadside - Doutelle - Public domain portrait engraving

Jacobite broadside - Doutelle - Public domain portrait engraving

Prince Charles Edward Stuart and Antoine WALSH landing at Moidart from the ship Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart and Walsh, standing on the shore, Prince handing Walsh a letter. Boat in background. Prin... More

Jacobite broadside - Duncan Forbes of Culloden (1685- 1747) 04

Jacobite broadside - Duncan Forbes of Culloden (1685- 1747) 04

Portrait of Duncan Forbes of Culloden, with hand written text below "Duncan Forbes of Culloden. Lord President of the Court of Session. The Patriot of 1745-45. Painted by Allan Ramsay Junior; son of the Poet."

Jacobite broadside - Field-Marshall General George Wade, 1673- 1748. Commander-in-chief in Scotland

Jacobite broadside - Field-Marshall General George Wade, 1673- 1748. C...

Field-Marshall General George Wade, 1673- 1748. Commander-in-chief in Scotland Portrait of General Wade, with clouds in background, sword in hand

Jacobite broadside - Francis Farquharson of Monaltire, "Baron Ban"

Jacobite broadside - Francis Farquharson of Monaltire, "Baron Ban"

Portrait of Francis FARQUHARSON of Monaltrie (1710- 1790) Portrait of Francis Farquaharson with text at bottom of portrait "Photogravure by Annan and Sons, Glasgow." title and then below "Born 1710. Died 1790"

Jacobite broadside - Front view of a house in the town of Elgin

Jacobite broadside - Front view of a house in the town of Elgin

Front view of a house in the town of Elgin, taken for Sir Rt. Calder 1802, by Alex Warren

Jacobite broadside - Front view of Heriots Hospital

Jacobite broadside - Front view of Heriots Hospital

Front view of Heriots Hospital Public domain image of 17th-18th-century architecture, palace, castle, historical city building, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Jacobite broadside - Gilder Roy in his genuine Highland Garb

Jacobite broadside - Gilder Roy in his genuine Highland Garb

6 1/2x9 1/4 Fl. St. 1/2R coloured Portrait of Gilder Roy in complete Highland outfit- kilt, sporran as well as sword and shield in fron of a gravestone and thirstle "XIV Miles to EDIN.R" with text below picture... More

Jacobite broadside - Gretna Green, Carlisle- Published by Charles Thurnam

Jacobite broadside - Gretna Green, Carlisle- Published by Charles Thur...

Gretna Green, Carlisle: Published by Charles Thurnam Public domain image of 17th-18th-century architecture, palace, castle, historical city building, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Jacobite broadside - Henry, Prince of Wales (1594- 1612) 04

Jacobite broadside - Henry, Prince of Wales (1594- 1612) 04

Henry, Prince of Wales (1594- 1612) Eldest son of James VI and I

Jacobite broadside - Jacobites Hopes or Perkin Riding in Triumph

Jacobite broadside - Jacobites Hopes or Perkin Riding in Triumph

Another version of 20.7 and 20.8- but not as similar or large. A smaller picture of just Prince Charles in his chariot being led by the Pope and drawn by two asses, 2 tigers, and 2 dragons with Catholic figures... More

Jacobite broadside - James Francis Edward Prince of Wales

Jacobite broadside - James Francis Edward Prince of Wales

Line engraving on paper Portrait of Prince James as young child, in dress and feathery hat

Jacobite broadside - James IV (1473- 1513) King of Scots

Jacobite broadside - James IV (1473- 1513) King of Scots

James IV (1473- 1513) Reigned 1488-1513 6 1/4x 4 3/4

Jacobite broadside - James VI and I (1566-1625)

Jacobite broadside - James VI and I (1566-1625)

James VI and I (1566-1625). King of Scotland, 1567-1625. King of England and Ireland, 1603-1625

Jacobite broadside - Jenny Cameron, c. 1700-1790 02 crop

Jacobite broadside - Jenny Cameron, c. 1700-1790 02 crop

Portrait Jenny Cameron, c. 1700-1790. Adventuress, supporter of Charles Edward Stuart Portrait of Jenny Cameron from waist up, looks younger than in other portraits (has dark hair, not a wig or light hair)

Jacobite broadside - John of Gant Mounted or Mars on his Journey If Musick be the Food of Love Play on

Jacobite broadside - John of Gant Mounted or Mars on his Journey If Mu...

13 3/4x 9 A picture of the Duke of Cumberland and his Savoyard girl on a horse with the brother of the girl calling out after in horror "My Dear Sister Stop 'e Stop 'e Stop 'e O I fear she's gine for aye" The D... More

Jacobite broadside - Marquis of Queensberry
Jacobite broadside - Mary of Modena and Father Petre with the infant

Jacobite broadside - Mary of Modena and Father Petre with the infant

Mary of Modena and Father Petre with the infant 9 1/4x 7 1/4 Portrait of Mary of Modena with hand on cradle of infant, and Father Petre with arm around shoulder, hand below neck and text in Dutch? Below

Jacobite broadside - Mary, Queen of Scots (1542- 1587)

Jacobite broadside - Mary, Queen of Scots (1542- 1587)

Mary, Queen of Scots (1542- 1587) Reigned 1542- 1567 6 1/4x 4 3/4

Jacobite broadside - Miniature of Prince Charles Edward Stuart as a child 02

Jacobite broadside - Miniature of Prince Charles Edward Stuart as a ch...

Miniature of when a child Miniature portrait of Prince Charles as very young child

Jacobite broadside - Miniature portrait of Prince Henry as a boy

Jacobite broadside - Miniature portrait of Prince Henry as a boy

Miniature as a boy Miniature portrait of Prince Henry as a boy, elbow up

Jacobite broadside - Pickle the Spy

Jacobite broadside - Pickle the Spy

Portrait of Colonel Alistair MACDONNELL of Glengarry (1725- 1761) Portrait of Alistair Macdonell, standing in kilt, with hand resting on table. A shorter man with dark hair to his left, unnamed, holding a gun/sword

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Maria Clementina as young woman

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Maria Clementina as young woman

same as SP 111 77/1 Portrait of Maria Clementina as young woman, hand resting on table, with crown on table, dressed in very fine dress, fur robe around shoulders

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Montrose

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Montrose

Portrait of Montrose--removed from an 18C printed book?

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart 03

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart 03

Portrait of Prince Charles, dressed in tartan, with hat, from waist up, in oval

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart 07

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart 07

3x2 1/2 To w 3/4L Small oval portrait of Prince Charles as young man, elbow up

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Henry from his middle age, in clerical attire

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Prince Henry from his middle age, in ...

Portrait in clerical attire Portrait of Prince Henry from his middle age, in clerical attire, with cross around neck

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Princess Maria Clementina 02

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Princess Maria Clementina 02

Public domain photograph of portrait painting, 17th-18th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Princess Maria Clementina 08

Jacobite broadside - Portrait of Princess Maria Clementina 08

Portrait Portrait of Princess Maria Clementina, next to table holding a book, crown on table, dark shawl over head

Jacobite broadside - Prince Charles Edward Stuart 18

Jacobite broadside - Prince Charles Edward Stuart 18

Portrait of Prince Charles , from waist up, in breastplate, with trees in the distance, as a young man

Jacobite broadside - Prince Henry in clerical robes with handwritten note

Jacobite broadside - Prince Henry in clerical robes with handwritten n...

Portrait presented to the Scots College in Rome by Prince Henry Portrait of Prince Henry in middle age, dressed in clerical robes, and ornate cross, handwritten note: "Cardinal York prestened by himself to the ... More

Jacobite broadside - Queen Anne - Public domain portrait engraving

Jacobite broadside - Queen Anne - Public domain portrait engraving

Queen Anne Public domain photograph of female portrait, 18th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Jacobite broadside - Royston House, now Caroline Park
Jacobite broadside - Stature, dress, and likeness of the rebel lords

Jacobite broadside - Stature, dress, and likeness of the rebel lords

Speech made by High Lord Steward when passing sentence on Lords Kilmarnock, Cromarty, and Balmerino. With engraving, then four columns of text reporting the executions (1746). Single Sheet. Broadsheet with pict... More

Jacobite broadside - Tracing of an image of Prince CharlesEdward Stuart?
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