Arthur Wellesley Collection

The Army and Navy, Wellington and Nelson, c1805. Artist: Newton & Co
The Army and Navy, Wellington and Nelson, c1805. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) and Admiral Lord Nelson (1758-1805)

Map of the Battle of Waterloo, 18th June 1815 (19th century). Battle plan showing the positions of the British and French armies at the outset of the battle

British army advancing at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815
Duke of Wellington ordering the entire British line to advance at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Wellington at Waterloo (colour litho)
1268536 Wellington at Waterloo (colour litho) by Hillingford, Robert Alexander (1825-1904); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley)

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, 1814-1815, (1944). Creator: Thomas Lawrence
Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, 1814-1815, (1944). Portrait of Anglo-Irish soldier and future British prime minister Arthur Wellesley

The Forlorn Hope At Badajos, 1906. Artist: Vereker Monteith Hamilton
The Forlorn Hope At Badajos, 1906. British troops at the Siege of Badajoz, Spain, in 1812 during the Peninsular War. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. V

Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley
Major-General Arthur Wellesley in 1806, later Duke of Wellington. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-centry illustration

The Grenadier in Wilton Mews, Where Coachmen Drink No More, c1935. Creator: Unknown
" The Grenadier" in Wilton Mews, Where Coachmen Drink No More, c1935. Public house in Belgravia, London, built in 1720 as the officers mess for the senior infantry regiment of the British

Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815 (1888). Artist: John Atkinson II
Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815 (1888). The Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), British Commander, with his staff, doffing his hat to another officer as the battle rages around them

Battle of Quatre Bras, 1815 (1906). Artist: Vereker Monteith Hamilton
Battle of Quatre Bras, 1815 (1906). British infantry fighting off an attack by French cavalry at the battle fought two days before Waterloo. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. V

The Great Wellington Statue (engraving)
1617271 The Great Wellington Statue (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Wellington Statue)

Duke of Wellington and Napoleon Bonaparte
Vintage engraving of the Duke of Wellington and Napoleon Bonaparte

The Royal Anchor, Liphook, Hampshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Anchor, Liphook, Hampshire, 1936. The Royal Anchor hotel, 18th century coaching inn on the London to Portsmouth road

A Wellington Boot- or the Head of the Armye, 19th century. A satirical political cartoon of the Duke of Wellington. Wellington was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the British Army in 1827

Banquet commemorating the victory at Waterloo, 1836 (1900). A banquet held by the Duke of Wellington at Apsley House, his London residence, on 18 June 1836

Wellington & Nelson (lithograph)
7341647 Wellington & Nelson (lithograph) by Wilson, T.C. (fl.1837-41); 25.7x20 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: T.C. Wilson (artist); W. Clerk (engraver); F

The Duke of Wellington and Hodge. Arthur Wellesley, the victor of Waterloo
5912984 The Duke of Wellington and Hodge. Arthur Wellesley, the victor of Waterloo, talking to groundkeeper Hodge during a fox hunt

Wellington's final order at Waterloo in 1815, "Let the whole line advance"
6867183 Wellington's final order at Waterloo in 1815, "Let the whole line advance". Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, 1769-1852

Battle of Bussaco, Portugal, 1810 (colour litho)
8672949 Battle of Bussaco, Portugal, 1810 (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Bussaco, Portugal, Peninsular War, 1810)

ALAVA Y ESQUIVEL, Miguel Ricardo de (1771-1843). Spanish military man, politian and statesman.; Wellington
CUL4872622 ALAVA Y ESQUIVEL, Miguel Ricardo de (1771-1843). Spanish military man, politian and statesman.; Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of (1769-1852)

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of (1769-1852). Engraving. SPAIN. BASQUE COUNTRY. ALAVA. Vitoria
CUL4872577 Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of (1769-1852). Engraving. SPAIN. BASQUE COUNTRY. ALAVA. Vitoria. Museum of the Armeria (armoury); (add.info.: Wellington, Arthur Wellesley)

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington
3585828 Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington; (add.info.: Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) an Anglo-Irish soldier, statesman

Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852)
864520 Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852); (add.info.: Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) Anglo-Irish soldier and statesman

Duke of Wellington, 1850
1576147 Duke of Wellington, 1850; (add.info.: Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, (1769 - 1852), British soldier and statesman in retirement at Walmer Castle

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of (1769-1852). Portrait of the Duke of Wellington. Engraving. SPAIN
CUL4872505 Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of (1769-1852). Portrait of the Duke of Wellington. Engraving. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

Arcimboldesque portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington. (print)
7420000 Arcimboldesque portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington. (print); (add.info.: Arcimboldesque portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, 1769 - 1852)

Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (colour litho)
8663980 Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Duke of Wellington K. G., late 18th to 19th century (halftone)
7342307 The Duke of Wellington K. G., late 18th to 19th century (halftone) by British School, (18th-19th century); 24.8x15 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: W)

The Duke of Wellington
2613392 The Duke of Wellington.; (add.info.: Field marshall his grace, the Duke of Wellington, K.G. 1851); GSinclair Archive/UIG.

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington
3585830 Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington; (add.info.: Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) an Anglo-Irish soldier, statesman

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington
3585829 Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington; (add.info.: Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) an Anglo-Irish soldier, statesman

Portrait of Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley
673056 Portrait of Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley; (add.info.: Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1 May 1769 - 14 September 1852)

The Duke of Wellington
2613384 The Duke of Wellington.; (add.info.: The Duke of Wellington, Lord Warden of the cinque ports. Original painting by John Lilley. Painted for the corporation of Dover for their town hall)

The Duke of Wellington
2613387 The Duke of Wellington.; (add.info.: Portrait of His Grace the Duke of Wellington. 1800); GSinclair Archive/UIG.

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington and Sir Robert Peel
3585832 Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington and Sir Robert Peel; (add.info.: Painting depicting Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) and Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850)

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington
3585831 Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington; (add.info.: Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) an Anglo-Irish soldier, statesman

The Duke of Wellington
2613386 The Duke of Wellington.; (add.info.: Field marshall his grace, the Duke of Wellington, K.G. 1846); GSinclair Archive/UIG.

Signature of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) (pen and ink on paper)
KW141827 Signature of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) (pen and ink on paper); Private Collection.

British infantry storm the fortress of Ciudad Rodrigo on January 19, 1812, 1815. Private Collection

The Wellington Tomb in the Crypt of St. Paul's Cathedral, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Wellington Tomb in the Crypt of St. Paul's Cathedral, [London], 1858....the resting-place of the remains of the great Duke of Wellington in our metropolitan cathedral have been completed

AI IMAGE - Portrait of the Duke of Wellington, 1800s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of the Duke of Wellington, 1800s, (2023). Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, British Field Marshal and statesman

Men trying on wigs, 1800-1805. Creator: Jacob Smies
Men trying on wigs, 1800-1805. A frenologist is looking for the right wig at a wig maker's shop. A large group of so-called scientists watches

Portrait Study of Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, 1821. Creator: Nicolaas Pieneman
Portrait Study of Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, 1821. Other Title(s): Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington (1769-1852)

The Peace Illuminations -The Green Park, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Peace Illuminations -The Green Park, 1856. London celebrations to mark the end of the Crimean War. In a fit of old-boyish excitement...the old gentlemen of England determined to make the people

"Peace" and "War" - John Bell, sculptor - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. The two "colossal statues of "Peace"

Marquess Wellesley and the Nizam, (1902). Creator: Unknown
Marquess Wellesley and the Nizam, (1902). India: Arthur Wellesley, (later 1st Duke of Wellington), was chief advisor to the Nizam of Hyderabad's army in the late 18th century

Everyone His Hobby, plate 1, published April 24, 1819. Creator: William Heath
Everyone His Hobby, plate 1, published April 24, 1819. Caricatures of men riding hobby horses (a forerunner of the bicycle) designed to reflect their profession

A Frontispiece to the New Red Book, published June 13, 1816. Creator: William Heath
A Frontispiece to the New Red Book, published June 13, 1816. John Bull: Well you have got it all, Pray what do you all do for it'; Napoleon

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Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington, was a legendary figure in British military history. Known for his strategic brilliance and unwavering determination, he played a pivotal role in shaping Europe's destiny during the early 19th century. One of his most famous achievements was leading the British army to victory at the Battle of Waterloo on June 18th, 1815. This historic battle is depicted in a detailed map from the 19th century, showcasing the tactical maneuvers that secured Wellington's triumph over Napoleon Bonaparte. In an iconic portrait by Thomas Lawrence, we see Arthur Wellesley portrayed as a distinguished leader with an air of authority. The image captures his essence as a fearless commander who inspired loyalty and respect among his troops. But behind this stoic facade lay moments of camaraderie and relaxation. In "The Grenadier in Wilton Mews, " we catch a glimpse into the more human side of Wellington's soldiers. It depicts their downtime after battles when they would gather together to unwind and share stories over drinks. Wellington faced many challenges throughout his career, such as leading "The Forlorn Hope At Badajos. " This powerful painting by Vereker Monteith Hamilton showcases the bravery and sacrifice exhibited by soldiers under Wellington's command during this intense siege. His leadership extended beyond just military prowess; Wellington also had political acumen. As seen in "The Army and Navy, Wellington and Nelson, " he was revered alongside Admiral Horatio Nelson for their contributions to both land and sea forces during Britain's golden age. Another artistic representation capturing Wellington's legacy is John Atkinson II’s depiction of the Battle of Waterloo. The vivid colors bring to life this monumental clash between two great powers on European soil. Wellington became synonymous with resilience - epitomized by Newton & Co’s lithograph titled "Wellington at Waterloo. " It portrays him steadfastly observing the battlefield while wearing his iconic Wellington boots, which were named after him.