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Arthur James Balfour Collection

Arthur James Balfour, a prominent British Conservative politician and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, left an indelible mark on history

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Robert Lansing, US Secretary of State, greeting Balfour, British Commissionn, 1917

Robert Lansing, US Secretary of State, greeting Balfour, British Commissionn, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Robert Lansing, US Secretary of State (right), greeting Balfour, British Commissionn, 1917

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Allied Commission To U.S. Seated On Lawn: Viviani And Balfour, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Allied Commission To U.S. Seated On Lawn: Viviani And Balfour, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Allied Commission To U.S
Allied Commission To U.S. Seated On Lawn: Viviani And Balfour, 1917. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit the home of George Washington

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon - In Groups Stolling About Grounds... 1917

Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon - In Groups Stolling About Grounds... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon - In Groups Strolling About Grounds, Most Important Persons Only: Lansing; Viviani; Balfour; Joffre; Chocheprat, 1917

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Allied Commission To U.S

Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Allied Commission To U.S
Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon, 1917. Viviani, French Minister of Justice, and British foreign secretary Arthur Balfour during a visit to the home of George Washington by the British &

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Awaiting His Arrival... 1917

Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Awaiting His Arrival... 1917
Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Awaiting His Arrival: Amb. Spring-Rice; Lansing; F.L. Polk; William Phillips, 1917

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Arrival At Union Station

Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Arrival At Union Station: Balfour, Lansing, Bill Nye, Col. Harts, 1917

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour M.P. O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Allied Commission, 1917

Arthur James Balfour M.P. O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Allied Commission, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Arthur James Balfour M.P. O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Allied Commission, 1917. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit the tomb of George Washington at

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917. Allied Commission For Other

British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917. Allied Commission For Other
British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917 - Allied Commission For Other Pictures At Mount Vernon. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917 - Allied Commission For Other

British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917 - Allied Commission For Other Pictures At Mount Vernon. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur Balfour, c1920s, (1941)

Arthur Balfour, c1920s, (1941). British statesman and Prime Minister Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour (1848-1930)

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1848 - 1930. British Conservative politician

Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1848 - 1930. British Conservative politician
2603466 Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1848 - 1930. British Conservative politician and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: The Right Honorable Arthur James Balfour (colour litho)

The Right Honorable Arthur James Balfour (colour litho)
726913 The Right Honorable Arthur James Balfour (colour litho) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Honorable Arthur James Balfour, MP)

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour, 1930s

Arthur James Balfour, 1930s
3507457 Arthur James Balfour, 1930s by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); (add.info.: Players cigarette card depicting Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour)

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour (b / w photo)

Arthur James Balfour (b / w photo)
6003989 Arthur James Balfour (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arthur James Balfour)

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: The Right Hon. A. J. Balfour (b / w photo)

The Right Hon. A. J. Balfour (b / w photo)
815967 The Right Hon. A. J. Balfour (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Hon. A. J)

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Mr Balfour replying to Mr Gladstones last speech as Prime Minister (engraving)

Mr Balfour replying to Mr Gladstones last speech as Prime Minister (engraving)
1064323 Mr Balfour replying to Mr Gladstones last speech as Prime Minister (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: At Number 10, Downing Street, c1922, (1945). Creator: Unknown

At Number 10, Downing Street, c1922, (1945). Creator: Unknown
At Number 10, Downing Street, c1922, (1945). Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) with Arthur Balfour, French President Raymond Poincare

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Lord Balfour speaking at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Palestine, 1927. Artist

Lord Balfour speaking at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Palestine, 1927. Artist
Lord Balfour speaking at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Palestine, 1927. Arthur James Balfour (1848-1930) was a British Conservative politician

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur Balfour speaking in the House of Commons, 1890s (1906)

Arthur Balfour speaking in the House of Commons, 1890s (1906). Balfour led the Conservative Party in the Commons from 1891, becoming Prime Minister in 1902. From Cassells History of England, Vol

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour 1st Earl Of Balfour England

Arthur James Balfour 1st Earl Of Balfour England
Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1848 - 1930. British Conservative politician, statesman and Prime Minister

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour, 1St Earl Of Balfour, 1848 A

Arthur James Balfour, 1St Earl Of Balfour, 1848 A

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Balfours Irrepressible Donkey, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain

Balfours Irrepressible Donkey, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
Balfours Irrepressible Donkey, 1888. Arthur James Balfour was the Chief Secretary for Ireland at the beginning of 1888 in Lord Salisburys Conservative administration.The cartoon is accompanied by a

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie

Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1926. Balfour (1848-1930) was a British Conservative statesman and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1902 until 1905

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, British statesman and Prime Minister, 1912

Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, British statesman and Prime Minister, 1912
Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, British statesman and Prime Minister, c1905. A Conservative, Balfour (1848-1930) was Prime Minister from 1902-1905

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Fidgety Joe, 1903. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne

Fidgety Joe, 1903. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
Fidgety Joe, 1903. The troubles of coalition government. Two parents representing the Duke of Devonshire and Arthur Balfour (centre)

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Professor Francis Maitland Balfour (1851-1882), Scottish embryologist, 1882

Professor Francis Maitland Balfour (1851-1882), Scottish embryologist, 1882. The brother of Conservative statesman AJ Balfour, Francis Balfour was killed in a climbing accident on Mont Blanc

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: Arthur James Balfour (1848-1930), Scottish-born British statesman and philosopher

Arthur James Balfour (1848-1930), Scottish-born British statesman and philosopher. Balfour served as Prime Minister of the Conservative government of 1902-1905

Background imageArthur James Balfour Collection: An Extra Liberal Dose, 1885

An Extra Liberal Dose, 1885. The Conservative, Arthur Balfour, offers a pauper a tonic that he has prepared. In the background



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Arthur James Balfour, a prominent British Conservative politician and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, left an indelible mark on history. Known for his intellect and statesmanship, Balfour's legacy is captured in various captivating images. In Joseph Swain's 1888 artwork titled "Balfours Irrepressible Donkey, " we catch a glimpse of Balfour's wit and charm. This portrayal showcases his ability to navigate political challenges with finesse. The Review of Reviews published in 1891 features a photograph capturing the essence of Arthur James Balfour, the man behind the title. With piercing eyes and an air of authority, he exudes confidence as he leads Britain through turbulent times. A color lithograph presents us with The Right Honorable Arthur James Balfour in all his glory. This vibrant depiction captures his charisma and influence during his tenure as Prime Minister. As time passes, we see glimpses of Lord Balfour throughout different eras - from black-and-white photographs to engravings that showcase him replying to Mr Gladstone's last speech as Prime Minister. These images serve as reminders of the pivotal role he played in shaping British politics. One particularly intriguing image takes us inside Number 10 Downing Street circa 1922. In this snapshot, we witness Balfour at work - making decisions that would shape the destiny of nations. Another powerful moment frozen in time is Lord Balfour speaking at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem during Palestine's tumultuous years in 1927. His presence symbolizes diplomacy and understanding amidst complex geopolitical circumstances. Throughout these images spanning decades, one thing remains constant: Arthur James Balfour was a visionary leader who dedicated himself to public service. From speaking passionately within the hallowed halls of Parliament to addressing crowds on historic occasions such as opening universities or responding eloquently to adversaries' speeches – each picture tells its own story about this remarkable statesman.