Alderman Of London Collection

City Justice, 1880. Artist: Spy
City Justice, 1880. Alderman Sir Robert Walter Carden, British banker, politician and magistrate. Carden (1801-1888) served as Lord Mayor of London from 1857-1858

An Alderman of the City of London in civic costume, 1805. He is dressed in long robes and holds a three-cornered hat

Edward Backwell (engraving)
6020951 Edward Backwell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Backwell. Illustration for Historical Portraits)

Edward Backwell, Alderman of London (engraving)
664819 Edward Backwell, Alderman of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Backwell, Alderman of London)

The Industrious Prentice Alderman of London, the Idle One Brought Before Him & Impeached by his Accomplice: Industry and Idleness, plate 10, September 30, 1747

Mr. Alderman Brown, the newly elected chamberlain, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Mr. Alderman Brown, the newly elected chamberlain, 1844. Portrait after Samuel Lane of Anthony Brown, Chamberlain of the City of London:for upwards of 40 years has been a member of the Corporation

The C-r-l-e Column, 1821. Artist: John Baker
The C-r-l-e Column, 1821.Queen Caroline (depicted non-satirically) wearing Bergamis miniature stands on the columns summit

The Lord Mayor [Brass Crosby] and Alderman Oliver, imprisoned in the Tower of London, 1771. Crosby and Oliver clashed with Parliament over the publication of parliamentary debates

Satire, 1771. A satire relating to the imprisonment in the Tower of London of the Lord Mayor, Brass Crosby, and Alderman Oliver, titled Virtue disgraced and Vice Triumphant

Britannia congratulating the Lord Mayor of London, 1771. Artist: Bland
Britannia congratulating the Lord Mayor of London, 1771. Britannia congratulating the Right Hon Brass Crosby, Esq, Lord Mayor and Mr Alderman Oliver, on their Releasement from the Tower

Sir William Garrard, Lord Mayor 1555, c1568(?). Garrard held numerous offices including Alderman, Lord Mayor of London (1555-1556) and MP for the City. He was a livery man of the Haberdashers Company

Alderman John Boydell, 1801. Artist: Sir William Beechey
Alderman John Boydell, 1801. Boydell (1720-1804) was Alderman, Sheriff and Lord Mayor of London. An engraver by profession he made the first major bequest to the Guildhall collection

Sir James Duke, Alderman of the City of London, 1868. Portrait of Duke, sitting with his right arm resting on a table and wearing fur-lined robes. He served as Lord Mayor of London in 1848

Turtle doves and turtle soup!!, 1822. Artist
Turtle doves and turtle soup!!, 1822. A scene on board the Royal Yacht. George IV is wearing Highland dress and kneeling at the feet of Lady Hell-fling-stone

The property tax for ever!!!, 1816. Artist
The property tax for ever!!!, 1816. A scene in the Guildhall. Alderman John Atkins is haranguing the audience on the matter of the income tax. Sir William Curtis is wearing sailors trousers

Benefits of a plentiful harvest, 1813. Artist
Benefits of a plentiful harvest, 1813. Lord Mayor Scholey sitting enthroned and pointing to a pair of scales where a loaf is much lighter than the prescribed weight

The Death of Boney by Sir Wm Biscuit!, 1809. Artist
The Death of Boney by Sir Wm Biscuit!, 1809. Above the image are the words Glorious news from the expedition!!!; showing Sir William Curtis leaning from a small open boat towards the shore

A peep into the Blue Coat School!!!!!!!!!, 1815. Artist
A peep into the Blue Coat School!!!!!!!!!, 1815. Showing a pig in military uniform (General Sir Eyre Coote) standing on its hind legs and being birched by three Christs Hospital boys

A civic louse in the state bed!!!, or the Corporation conglomorated!!, 1824. Artist
A civic louse in the state bed!!!, or the Corporation conglomorated!!, 1824. The City aldermen and Lord Mayor John Garratt examining an enormous louse on the Mansion House state bed

Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions... 1819. Artist
Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions, or the R-ts most gracious answer to both sides of the question at once, 1819. The Prince Regent standing on a dais

Mother Cole, 1821. An inebriated Queen Caroline is shown slumped in an armchair with a glass of brandy in her hand; behind her stands a servile

Grand entrance to Bamboozl em, 1821. Queen Caroline and Alderman Matthew Wood heading a procession through the City, met by a group of Radical reformers

Humpty Dumpty sat on a Wall... 1821. Artist: Richard Dighton
Humpty Dumpty sat on a Wall... 1821. Alderman Wood lies in the mud outside Brandenburgh House. The cartoon refers to the fact that although Wood supported her

A late arrival at Mother Wood s, 1820. Queen Caroline appears on the balcony of Alderman Sir Matthew Woods house before a street full of traffic

The exile restored... 1820
The exile restored or the spies, spawns & spewers of scurrility abuse & defamation set to work, 1820. Sir John Stoddart sitting on a chair

Tomb of Lancelot Andrews in the Lady Chapel, St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, 1851. Lancelot Andrews (1555-1626) was the last Bishop of Winchester to live at Winchester House in Southwark

Tomb of Lancelot Andrews, St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, 1764. Lancelot Andrews (1555-1626) was the last Bishop of Winchester to live at Winchester House in Southwark

Monument to Alderman Richard Humble and family, St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, c1700. A fine altar tomb under a canopy, with the kneeling figures of the Alderman and his two wives behind him

Lord Mayors feast at Guildhall, 1786, no dinner - no ball, 1786. London aldermen around and on an empty table. Alluding to the death of Amelia, aunt of George III

Queen Carolines procession
Luciferas procession, Fairy-queen, 1821. Queen Caroline as Lucifera sitting in a coach made of objects which figured in the evidence against her

An old friend with a new face or the baron in disguise, 1821. A bison with the head of Bartolomeo Pergami is embraced by Queen Caroline

The man of the woods & the cat-o -mountain, 1821. A monkey with Alderman Matthew Woods head squats beside a plump cat with the head of Queen Caroline; he puts his left hand on her shoulder

Moments of pleasure, 1820. Queen Caroline, seated on a couch receives the news of the Bill of Pains and Penalties being dropped and Alderman Matthew Wood dances around in front of her

The secret insult! or bribery & corruption rejected!!!, 1820. Queen Caroline stands facing Lord Hutchinson, who begs her to abandon her claim to the throne; on the right is Alderman Matthew Wood in

Stewards Court of the Manor of Torre Devon, 1820. Artist
Stewards Court of the Manor of Torre Devon, 1820. Scene of the House of Lords as arranged for the Bill of Pains and Penalties intended to strip Queen Caroline of her tittles

Hunting a Mare, 1819. An ass, with the profile of Lord Mayor of London John Atkins, flees from Henry Hunt and a crowd of jeering followers

Smoak Jack the alarmist, extinguishing the second Great Fire of London (a la Gulliver)!!!, 1819. Alderman Atkins stands on balcony of Mansion House directing a jet of water on little Jacobins below

The civic chair - or - John Lumps progress in City honors, c1815. Six scenes with verse below of the stages of John Lumps career

Weird sisters, preparing for the royal visit, 1830. Artist: Robert Seymour
Weird sisters, preparing for the royal visit, 1830. The top image depicts Aldermen as the witches of Macbeth preparing a cauldron of turtle soup for the Lord Mayors banquet

William Whetenhall, Sheriff of London 1440-1441, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

William Cantelowe, Sheriff of London 1448-1449, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Mercers Company

John Hatherle, Lord Mayor 1442-1443, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Ironmongers Company

Thomas Catteworth, Lord Mayor of London 1443-1444, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

Unidentified London alderman in aldermanic robes, c1450

Thomas Pomeroy, Prior of Holy Trinity, in aldermanic robes, c1450

Geoffrey Feldynge, Lord Mayor of London 1452-1453, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Mercers Company

Thomas Scott, Lord Mayor of London 1458-1459, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Drapers Company

John Sutton, Sheriff of London 1440-1441, in his aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Goldsmiths Company

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"The Alderman of London: Guardians of Justice and Tradition" In the bustling streets of London, a group of esteemed individuals known as the Aldermen have played a pivotal role in shaping the city's history. With their distinctive civic costumes and unwavering commitment to justice, these figures have left an indelible mark on society. Dating back to 1805, an engraving depicts an Alderman adorned in his traditional regalia. This image serves as a reminder of the rich heritage that these individuals carry with them. Their attire symbolizes not only their status but also their dedication to upholding law and order within the City. One such notable figure is Edward Backwell, whose portrait from 1880 showcases his influential role as a City Justice during that era. Backwell's legacy lives on through this artwork, serving as inspiration for future generations who seek to follow in his footsteps. The industrious Prentice Alderman depicted in another piece highlights the importance placed upon hard work and diligence within this esteemed position. Conversely, we are reminded of those who failed to live up to these standards when witnessing Mr. Alderman Brown being brought before justice after his election in 1844. Throughout history, there have been instances where even the most powerful figures faced adversity. The imprisonment of Lord Mayor Brass Crosby and Alderman Oliver in the Tower of London during 1771 stands as a testament to their unwavering principles amidst political turmoil. However, it is not all trials and tribulations for these guardians of justice; they are also celebrated by Britannia herself. In Bland's artwork from 1771 titled "Britannia congratulating the Lord Mayor, " we witness how even national personifications recognize and acknowledge their vital contributions. The significance attached to this prestigious title can be traced back centuries ago with Sir William Garrard's portrayal as Lord Mayor in 1555. His depiction captures both power and authority while emphasizing continuity and tradition.