Commissary Collection (#2)

The Court at Buckingham Palace on Saturday last: arrival of the foreign ambassadors, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Court at Buckingham Palace on Saturday last: arrival of the foreign ambassadors, 1864. 'As a memorial of the occasion, last Saturday, when our Queen, to the gratification of all her people

Landing of Sir Rutherford Alcock, K.C.B., at Yokohama, Japan, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Landing of Sir Rutherford Alcock, K.C.B., at Yokohama, Japan, 1864. Engraving of '...a sketch by Mr. Wirgman, our Special Artist, which...represents the landing of Sir Rutherford Alcock

The Ambassadors from Madagascar, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Ambassadors from Madagascar, 1864. Engraving from carte-de-visite photographs by M. Chambay. 'Their Excellencies Rainandrianandraina and Rainiferingia

Lieutenant-Colonel Edward St. John Neale, C.B., the British Chargé d'Affaires in Japan, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Lieutenant-Colonel Edward St. John Neale, C.B., the British Charge d'Affaires in Japan, 1864. 'Colonel Neale...has just brought our differences with the Japanese authorities to a satisfactory

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: Kongens-Nytorf, at Copenhagen, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: scene in the square of Kongens-Nytorf, at Copenhagen, 1864. The townspeople of Copenhagen were gratified with a sight of his Royal Highness

Walter Page, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Walter Page, between c1910 and c1915. Shows diplomat Walter Hines Page (1855-1918) who was appointed U.S. ambassador to Britain by President Woodrow Wilson

Carlos M. de Cespedes, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Carlos M. de Cespedes, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Cuban writer and diplomat arlos Manuel de Ce´spedes y Quesada (1871-1939), who served as the President of Cuba

Sir Esme W. Howard, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Sir Esme W. Howard, between c1915 and c1920

Portuguese Peace Com'n, 11 Jan 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Portuguese Peace Com'n, 11 Jan 1919. Portuguese representatives at the 1919 Peace Conference in Paris, France after World War I

Col. House's Office, Paris, 3 Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Col. House's Office, Paris, 3 Dec 1918. The office of American diplomat Colonel Edward M. House (1858-1938) at 78 Rue de l'Universite, Paris, France

Joffre, Sharp, Pershing, Paris, July 4, 1917, 4 Jul 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Joffre, Sharp, Pershing, Paris, July 4, 1917, 4 Jul 1917 (date created or published later). French general Joseph Jacques Ce´saire Joffre (1852-1931), U.S

Baron Gros, the newly-appointed French Ambassador at the Court of St. James's, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Baron Gros, the newly-appointed French Ambassador at the Court of St. James's, 1862. Engraving of a photograph by M. Alophe, photographer to the Emperor

Sir Rutherford Alcock K.C.B. our Envoy Plenipotentiary in Japan... 1864. Creator: Unknown
Sir Rutherford Alcock K.C.B. our Envoy Plenipotentiary in Japan, from a photograph by F. Beato, of Yokohama, 1864. The opening of Japan to English commerce is a most beneficial achievement of

Reception of the King Consort of Spain at the Palace of St. Cloud, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Reception of the King Consort of Spain at the Palace of St. Cloud, 1864. The inauguration of the portion of the chemin de fer, opening up direct railway communication between Paris and Madrid

Oscar Straus, May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Oscar Straus, May 1918. Oscar Solomon Straus (1850-1926), former U.S. Secretary of Commerce and Labor appearing at a World War I Liberty Bond rally in front of Federal Hall, Wall Street, New York City

M.T. Herrick & Anne Morgan, (1918?). Creator: Bain News Service. M.T. Herrick & Anne Morgan, (1918?)
M.T. Herrick & Anne Morgan, (1918?). U.S. Ambassador Myron Timothy Herrick (1854-1929) and philanthropist Anne Tracy Morgan (1873-1952) standing together

Portrait of J C de Brunett, Consul-General of Russia to Amsterdam, c.1850. Creator: Anon
Portrait of J C de Brunett, Consul-General of Russia to Amsterdam, c.1850

Gaston Liebert, portrait photograph, 1919 May 27. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Gaston Liebert, portrait photograph, 1919 May 27. French diplomat Gaston Ernest Liebert, Consul-General in New York City

Gaston Liebert, portrait photograph, 1919 May 27. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Gaston Liebert, portrait photograph, 1919 May 27. French diplomat Gaston Ernest Liebert, Consul-General in New York City

Cardinal Mazarin, 1656. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Cardinal Mazarin, 1656

Pompone II de Bellièvre, 1657. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Pompone II de Bellievre, 1657

Turning the First Turf of the Ceylon Railway, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Turning the First Turf of the Ceylon Railway, 1858. Engraving from a photographs by Mr. Parting, of a ceremony performed...by his Excellency Sir Henry Ward, the Governor of the Island

Karl Gustav Löwenhielm, 1790-1858, 1856. Creator: Leopold Fertbauer
Karl Gustav Lowenhielm, 1790-1858, 1856

Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering...a Catalogue...1876. Creator: Melton Prior
Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering to President Grant a Catalogue of the British Department, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876

Henrik Fleming, 1584-1650. Creator: Jacob Heinrich Elbfas
Henrik Fleming, 1584-1650, Unknown date

Nils Gyldestolpe, 1642-1709, 1691. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Nils Gyldestolpe, 1642-1709, 1691

Peter of Weyms, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Peter of Weyms, c17th century

John Adams, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
John Adams, 19th century. This miniature is a section of a steel engraving of John Adams, second president of The United States

Nikolaus Georg von Raigersperger, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Nikolaus Georg von Raigersperger, c17th century

Nicolo Promontorio, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Nicolo Promontorio, c17th century

Maximilian von Trauttmansdorff und Weinsberg, 1584-1650, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Maximilian von Trauttmansdorff und Weinsberg, 1584-1650, c17th century

Maximilian von Trautmansdorff, 1584-1650, Count, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Maximilian von Trautmansdorff, 1584-1650, Count, c17th century

Mattias Björnclou, 1607-1671, councillor, 17th century. Creator: Anon
Mattias Bjornclou, 1607-1671, councillor, 17th century

Matthias of Krakau/Krakow, delegate from Poland, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Matthias of Krakau/Krakow, delegate from Poland, c17th century

Matthäus von Wessenbeck, 1600-1659, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Matthaus von Wessenbeck, 1600-1659, c17th century

Marcus Otto, 1600-1674, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Marcus Otto, 1600-1674, c17th century

Luiz Pereira de Castro, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Luiz Pereira de Castro, c17th century

Johann Vultejus, 1605-1684, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Vultejus, 1605-1684, c17th century

Johann Maximilian von Lamberg, 1608-1682, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Maximilian von Lamberg, 1608-1682, c17th century

Johann Krane, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Krane, c17th century

Johann Konrad Varnbüler, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Konrad Varnbuler, c17th century

Johann Jakob Wolff, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Jakob Wolff, c17th century

Johann Jakob Datt von Tiefenau, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Jakob Datt von Tiefenau, c17th century

Johann Friedrich von Löben, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Friedrich von Loben, c17th century

Johann Ernst Pistorius, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Ernst Pistorius, c17th century

Johann Ernst, delegate from Bavaria, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Ernst, delegate from Bavaria, c17th century

Johann Christoph Meurer, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Christoph Meurer, c17th century

Johann Balthasar Schneider, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Johann Balthasar Schneider, c17th century

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"Commissary: A Glimpse into Historical Gatherings and Diplomatic Affairs" Step back in time to witness the grandeur of historical gatherings and diplomatic affairs as we delve into the world of "commissary. " From a Russian Commissar's powerful speech at a meeting to the Spanish Civil War unfolding before our eyes, these captivating moments have shaped history. Imagine yourself standing at the front lines of the Central during the tumultuous Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), witnessing bravery and resilience amidst chaos. The echoes of battle are juxtaposed with images from an opulent banquet hosted by Sir Edward and Lady Ermyntrude Malet at the British Embassy in 1890. This lavish event brings together distinguished guests, their elegant attire reflecting an era long gone. As we explore further, portraits emerge from faded photographs - Sir Edward Mortimer Archibald, James Lawrence Orr, John Lathrop Motley - figures who played pivotal roles in shaping nations. Lewis Cass of Michigan stands tall among them, his contributions etched deep within American history. The unknown creator's lens transports us to another gathering where George Payne Rainsford James engages in spirited conversation with John Forsyth Jr. , August Belmont Senior, Lord Napier, and even John Quincy Adams himself. These luminaries share wisdom that resonates through generations. Through these glimpses into past events captured by anonymous creators between 1855 and 1865, we unravel stories woven within each frame. We witness power dynamics shifting hands while diplomacy dances delicately on a tightrope between peacekeeping and political maneuvering. "Commissary" invites us to reflect upon how historical meetings shape our present reality. It reminds us that behind every significant moment lies individuals whose actions reverberate throughout time. Let us cherish these snapshots frozen in time as they offer insight into humanity's triumphs and struggles across cultures and continents alike.