Old Father Nile Size:S: 36 x 28cm The name 'John Towneley' is

The name 'John Towneley' is written on the flyleaf

His keen eyes are looking out over the Channel towards France and his whole demeanour suggests that he is ready and able should the French attempt any offensive

1821) for Martin van Marum

was the first black player selected to the United States Davis Cup team and the only black man ever to win the singles title at Wimbledon

Old Father Nile Size:S: 36 x 28cm The name 'John Towneley' is'Old Father Nile', (1893). Ancient Roman sculpture also known as 'Colossus of the Nile', of the river god with sphinxes and crocodiles. From the Vatican, Rome. Illustration from Portfolio of Photographs of Famous Cities, Scenes and Paintings, (The Werner Company, Chicago, c1893).