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Home Office Collection

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Background imageHome Office Collection: Home Office, 1908

Home Office, 1908. The Home Office, London

Background imageHome Office Collection: Alexander Dickson, botanist, 1884

Alexander Dickson, botanist, 1884
UIG5070788 Alexander Dickson, botanist, 1884 by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Alexander Dickson, botanist, 1884)

Background imageHome Office Collection: Home office

Home office
Petra Holíková

Background imageHome Office Collection: Albert Wolff in His Study, 1881 (oil on panel)

Albert Wolff in His Study, 1881 (oil on panel)
XOS5884373 Albert Wolff in His Study, 1881 (oil on panel) by Bastien-Lepage, Jules (1848-84); 32x27 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageHome Office Collection: Israel Zangwill (1864-1926), English Jewish novelist and playwright, c.1905 (b/w photo)

Israel Zangwill (1864-1926), English Jewish novelist and playwright, c.1905 (b/w photo)
3769309 Israel Zangwill (1864-1926), English Jewish novelist and playwright, c.1905 (b/w photo); Lebrecht Authors

Background imageHome Office Collection: England, London, Westminster, Marsham Street, The Home Office

England, London, Westminster, Marsham Street, The Home Office

Background imageHome Office Collection: Monstera Leaf I

Monstera Leaf I
Orara Studio

Background imageHome Office Collection: Outrage on the Queen (engraving)

Outrage on the Queen (engraving)
1618150 Outrage on the Queen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outrage on the Queen. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 May 1849)

Background imageHome Office Collection: London as seen from a Balloon (engraving)

London as seen from a Balloon (engraving)
1061644 London as seen from a Balloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London as seen from a Balloon)

Background imageHome Office Collection: The Royal Review of the Troops from Egypt, Bird s-Eye View of the Scene (engraving)

The Royal Review of the Troops from Egypt, Bird s-Eye View of the Scene (engraving)
1061361 The Royal Review of the Troops from Egypt, Bird s-Eye View of the Scene (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHome Office Collection: General view of the Home Office in Whitehall (photo)

General view of the Home Office in Whitehall (photo)
603782 General view of the Home Office in Whitehall (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of the Home Office in Whitehall, Westminster)

Background imageHome Office Collection: Presentation of the Loyal Irish Address to Mr Gathorne Hardy, at the Home Office (engraving)

Presentation of the Loyal Irish Address to Mr Gathorne Hardy, at the Home Office (engraving)
1588550 Presentation of the Loyal Irish Address to Mr Gathorne Hardy, at the Home Office (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHome Office Collection: The New Government Offices (litho)

The New Government Offices (litho)
1051685 The New Government Offices (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Government Offices)

Background imageHome Office Collection: The Home Office, London (photo)

The Home Office, London (photo)
583594 The Home Office, London (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Home Office)

Background imageHome Office Collection: The Home Office, Front Facing St Jamess Park (b / w photo)

The Home Office, Front Facing St Jamess Park (b / w photo)
2774709 The Home Office, Front Facing St Jamess Park (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Home Office, Front Facing St Jamess Park)

Background imageHome Office Collection: New anti riot gun January 1969 1960s Mobuster Weapon, Home Office

New anti riot gun January 1969 1960s Mobuster Weapon, Home Office. Weapons Guns Technology

Background imageHome Office Collection: Antique illustration of scientific discoveries, electricity and magnetism

Antique illustration of scientific discoveries, electricity and magnetism: Benjamin Franklin

Background imageHome Office Collection: Victorian schoolboy bullies

Victorian schoolboy bullies
Two English public school bullies tie one of their classmates to his chair while another uses a red hot poker to adecoratea the boyas box. Bullying is nothing new

Background imageHome Office Collection: Low(e) art and whitewash, 1873. Artist: Joseph Swain

Low(e) art and whitewash, 1873. Artist: Joseph Swain
Low(e) art and whitewash, 1873. Mr Robert Lowe slaps whitewash onto the sturdy figure of a policeman. The British police had been under fire in recent years following various scandals both in London

Background imageHome Office Collection: Victorian teachers chairing a colleague

Victorian teachers chairing a colleague
A group of Victorian English public school teachers chairing (carrying) one of their number - a older man, possibly the headmaster - on their shoulders

Background imageHome Office Collection: Francis Trevelyan (Frank) Buckland

Francis Trevelyan (Frank) Buckland (1826 - 1880) English surgeon and zoologist. Son of William Buckland, the English geologist and Dean of Westminster

Background imageHome Office Collection: Coca-Cola advert, 1890s C016 / 8823

Coca-Cola advert, 1890s C016 / 8823
Coca-Cola advert. 19th-century advert for an early form of Coca-Cola. This advert dates from the 1890s, only a few years after the drink was first produced in the USA

Background imageHome Office Collection: Niels Bohrs study, Copenhagen, Denmark

Niels Bohrs study, Copenhagen, Denmark
Study of the Danish physicist Niels Bohr (1885-1962) in Copenhagen, Denmark. Bohr won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1922

Background imageHome Office Collection: A knife amnesty with a criminal handing over a knife at a police station

A knife amnesty with a criminal handing over a knife at a police station
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock



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"Creating a Productive Home Office: Balancing Work and Inspiration" Working from home has become the new norm for many, and setting up a functional and inspiring home office is crucial. 🏡✨ As you curate your ideal workspace, don't forget to add personal touches that reflect your style and personality. Consider incorporating elements like a Monstera Leaf I plant to bring life into the room, reminding you of nature's beauty amidst work demands. 🌿🖥️ Transport yourself back in time with Victorian schoolboy bullies as inspiration. Just kidding – but did you know that the term "home office" actually originated in England? The Home Office located in London's Westminster on Marsham Street holds historical significance dating back centuries. It witnessed events such as the attempted assassination of Queen Victoria by Edward Oxford in 1840, depicted vividly in engravings of Outrage on the Queen. While we may not have witnessed such dramatic scenes from our own windows, it's essential to create an environment that fuels productivity and creativity. Imagine gazing out at London from a balloon or envisioning The Royal Review of Troops from Egypt through bird's-eye view engravings – let these images inspire your imagination. For those seeking modern-day inspiration, take cues from photographs capturing the general view of Whitehall's Home Office building or engravings showcasing significant moments like Mr Gathorne Hardy receiving the Loyal Irish Address at this iconic location. Remember, designing your home office isn't just about aesthetics; it should also promote focus and efficiency. Choose furniture that provides comfort during long hours spent working diligently towards your goals. So whether you're managing spreadsheets or creating artwork, make sure your home office reflects both functionality and inspiration - turning it into a space where dreams are realized.