Ambassadors Collection (#2)

The Eastern Question, a Meeting of Ambassadors in Constantinople at the House of Baron Calice (litho)
1051147 The Eastern Question, a Meeting of Ambassadors in Constantinople at the House of Baron Calice (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reception of the Italian Embassy in Morocco (oil on canvas)
702993 Reception of the Italian Embassy in Morocco (oil on canvas) by Ussi, Stefano (1822-1901); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Zulu War, Return of the Ambassadors from Cetewayo to Lord Chelmsford (engraving)
1099725 The Zulu War, Return of the Ambassadors from Cetewayo to Lord Chelmsford (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War)

Sir Henry Elliot presenting his Credentials to Sultan Abd-ul-Hamid at the Palace of Dolma Bagtche (engraving)
1053872 Sir Henry Elliot presenting his Credentials to Sultan Abd-ul-Hamid at the Palace of Dolma Bagtche (engraving) by English School

Marius and the Ambassadors of the Cimbri (colour litho)
960722 Marius and the Ambassadors of the Cimbri (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marius and the Ambassadors of the Cimbri)

Polish ambassadors informing Henry, Duke of Anjou that he bas been elected King of Poland, 1573 (engraving)
969170 Polish ambassadors informing Henry, Duke of Anjou that he bas been elected King of Poland, 1573 (engraving) by French School

The Corean Embassy to China, the Envoy and his Suite (engraving)
1061281 The Corean Embassy to China, the Envoy and his Suite (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Corean Embassy to China, the Envoy and his Suite)

The Count de Chreptowitch, the New Russian Ambassador (engraving)
1097835 The Count de Chreptowitch, the New Russian Ambassador (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Count de Chreptowitch, the New Russian Ambassador)

Reception of the Japanese Embassy by President Buchanan in the East Room of the White House, Washington (engraving)
1098828 Reception of the Japanese Embassy by President Buchanan in the East Room of the White House, Washington (engraving) by English School

Ambassador from the Emperor of Morocco, at Paris (engraving)
1101692 Ambassador from the Emperor of Morocco, at Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ambassador from the Emperor of Morocco, at Paris)

Sir Thomas Parry (aquatint)
726822 Sir Thomas Parry (aquatint) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Parry, English politician and diplomat during the Tudor period)

French ambassadors before Athelstan, 1920s (litho)
833013 French ambassadors before Athelstan, 1920s (litho) by Prater, Ernest (fl.1885-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation)

M Vincent Benedetti, Minister of France at Turin (engraving)
2773667 M Vincent Benedetti, Minister of France at Turin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Vincent Benedetti, Minister of France at Turin)

Lord Cowley, Her Majestys Ambassador to the Court of France (engraving)
2771899 Lord Cowley, Her Majestys Ambassador to the Court of France (engraving) by Janet, Gustave (b. 1829); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Cowley)

The Siamese Ambassadors at the Opera in Paris (engraving)
2773518 The Siamese Ambassadors at the Opera in Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siamese Ambassadors at the Opera in Paris)

The Queen of Spain receiving the Ambassadors from the Emperor of Morocco (engraving)
2773174 The Queen of Spain receiving the Ambassadors from the Emperor of Morocco (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reception of King Kofi Karikaris ambassadors in the English camp, Third Anglo-Ashanti War or First Ashanti Expedition (1873-1874, to rescue European missionary captives held in Kumasi)

State Reception of the Siamese Ambassadors in the Throne-Room at Windsor Castle (engraving)
2785876 State Reception of the Siamese Ambassadors in the Throne-Room at Windsor Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A historic act, the Italian-English agreement (colour litho)
2783791 A historic act, the Italian-English agreement (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An historic act, the Italian-English agreement)

The Emperor Daizong receiving a foreign embassy (chromolitho)
2783009 The Emperor Daizong receiving a foreign embassy (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emperor Daizong receiving a foreign embassy)

Japanese embassy, ambassadors, to the UK 1862
Vintage 19th century photograph: first Japanese embassy, ambassadors, diplomatic mission to the UK from Japan, 1862

Sketches of Marie Tempest and other brilliant
Marie Tempest and other brilliant actors in the comedy The Spot on the Sun at the Ambassadors Theatre, London, 1927 Date: 1927

Interior of the Ambassadors theatre-restaurant
A sketch of the interior of the Ambassadors theatre-restaurant with the Blackbirds show of 1926 in progress with Florence Mills as en garcon. Sketch by Hemjic Date: 1926

Sir Henry Drummond Wolff, GCB, the New Ambassador to Spain (engraving)
1614620 Sir Henry Drummond Wolff, GCB, the New Ambassador to Spain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Drummond Wolff, GCB)

The British Embassy at Therapia, Constantinople, Official Residence of the late Sir William White (engraving)
1614519 The British Embassy at Therapia, Constantinople, Official Residence of the late Sir William White (engraving) by English School

Arrival of the Corean Ambassador at Yokohama (engraving)
1602454 Arrival of the Corean Ambassador at Yokohama (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival of the Corean Ambassador at Yokohama)

The Ambassadors at Constantinople (b / w photo)
1605999 The Ambassadors at Constantinople (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ambassadors at Constantinople)

James Brydges, First Duke of Chandos (engraving)
1604153 James Brydges, First Duke of Chandos (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Brydges, First Duke of Chandos)

The Retiring British Ambassador at Rome, His Excellency Lord Currie (b / w photo)
1601392 The Retiring British Ambassador at Rome, His Excellency Lord Currie (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chinese Ambassador (engraving)
1587207 The Chinese Ambassador (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Ambassador. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 December 1842)

The Washington Fishery Conference (engraving)
1595152 The Washington Fishery Conference (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Washington Fishery Conference)

The Honourable Lionel Sackville West, the New British Minister to the United States (engraving)
1590691 The Honourable Lionel Sackville West, the New British Minister to the United States (engraving) by English School

Sir Paul Pindars House, Bishopsgate-Street (engraving)
1589853 Sir Paul Pindars House, Bishopsgate-Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Paul Pindars House, Bishopsgate-Street)

Baron de Courcel, the New French Ambassador to the Court of St Jamess (engraving)
1107699 Baron de Courcel, the New French Ambassador to the Court of St Jamess (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baron de Courcel)

The Grand Viziers audience with ambassadors. The Vizier treats his guests to a feast while musicians from the seraglio play military music. La sala d udienza del Gran Visir agli ambasciatori

Officials in the Public Ministry of Finance, Istanbul
Officials and accountants in the Public Ministry of Finance, Istanbul. The finance ministry is divided into 25 sections within the building. Ministerro Pubblico delle Finanze

Joseph Kennedy working at the US embassy, September 1939
Joseph Kennedy, photographed working at the US embassy, where his father worked at the time, to help with the processing of the rush of Americans trying to leave Britain

British ambassadors returned to England, September 1939
Sir Nevile Henderson, British ambassador to Germany, his wife and son, seen with Sir Nevile Bland, British ambassador to the Netherlands in England, having returned from Berlin

The Sir Paul Pindar, Bishopsgate Street, c. 1878 (b / w photo)
JHL394921 The Sir Paul Pindar, Bishopsgate Street, c.1878 (b/w photo) by Bool, Alfred & Bool, John (fl.1870s); Private Collection; (add.info)

King George III receiving the Turkish ambassador and suit (engraving)
820100 King George III receiving the Turkish ambassador and suit (engraving) by Brown, Mather (1761-1831) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Chess match at Parsloes (engraving)
614268 Chess match at Parsloes (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chess match at Parsloe s, February 23 1794, in the presence of the Turkish Ambassador)

The residence of Sir Paul Pindar (coloured engraving)
614352 The residence of Sir Paul Pindar (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The residence of Sir Paul Pindar, in the reign of James I)

View of the front of Sir Paul Pindars house (engraving)
614350 View of the front of Sir Paul Pindars house (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration depicting Bishopsgate Street (engraving)
614347 Illustration depicting Bishopsgate Street (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Bishopsgate Street showing people gathered in the Sir)

Hannibal Leads the Ambassadors rather a Fatiguing Walk Round Carthage (engraving)
669558 Hannibal Leads the Ambassadors rather a Fatiguing Walk Round Carthage (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info)

Swimming pool and suntan beach area - Ambassadors Hotel
A colorised representation of the swimming pool and suntan beach area at the Ambassadors Hotel, Hollywood, Los Angeles, 1920s Date: 1920s

The interior of the Cocoanut Grove, Los Angeles, 1930s Date: 1930s

Procession of the Doge and Venetian Officials, c. 1555-60 (woodcut) (b / w photo)
TPG188401 Procession of the Doge and Venetian Officials, c.1555-60 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Pagani, Matteo (fl.1538-62); Museo Correr, Venice

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"Exploring the World of Ambassadors: From Renaissance Art to Modern Times" Step into a captivating journey through history as we delve into the fascinating world of ambassadors. Hans Holbein The Younger's masterpiece, "The Ambassadors, " takes us back to 16th-century Europe, showcasing the intricate details and symbolism that defined diplomatic relations. Traveling further in time, we witness the Congress of Vienna in 1814-1815, where engravings immortalize the pivotal moments that shaped European politics and diplomacy. Lorenzo the Magnificent, an Italian Medici ruler from the 15th century, stands as a testament to his influential role in fostering cultural exchange and diplomacy during the Renaissance. Even advertisements have embraced this theme; a vibrant advert for Gordons Gin from 1929 showcases how they were associated with sophistication and refinement. Meanwhile, Ravoninahitriniarivo's albumen print captures Berlin's bustling atmosphere during May 1883 when diplomats convened to discuss international affairs. Diving into popular culture, Chocolat Guerin-Boutron's trade card brings ambassadors' historic words to life through vivid chromolithography. Harry Grattan's artwork offers a contemporary perspective on these esteemed figures who bridge nations together. Beyond artistry lies reality; take a dip into luxury at LA's Ambassadors Hotel swimming pool while admiring its stunning grounds. Or let your imagination soar amidst towers and views at Alhambra's Tower of Comares—an architectural marvel where Venetian ambassadors once received warm receptions in Damascus during their travels. Lastly, Kensington Girls take center stage—a wartime version presented by Gate Theatre—reminding us that even amid conflict or adversity, ambassadorial efforts persistently strive for peace and understanding across borders. From timeless paintings to real-life encounters throughout centuries past and present—ambassadors continue shaping our global narrative with grace and diplomacy.