Insurance Collection (#10)

Interior of Lloyds of London (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF365384 Interior of Lloyds of London (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pope selling Indulgences from Passional Christi und Antichristi by
XJF294027 The Pope selling Indulgences from Passional Christi und Antichristi by Philipp Melanchthon, published in 1521 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Cranach

View at Lloyds after a Stormy Night, 1824 (coloured etching)
XCF276415 View at Lloyds after a Stormy Night, 1824 (coloured etching) by Dighton, Richard (1795-1880) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

CHICAGO HOME INSURANCE CO. Building, Chicago, 1884, designed by William L. Jenney. Lithograph poster, 1885

Origami lock
lock folded out of paper, origami style

RAILROAD SAFETY, 1853. How to Insure Against Railway Accidents. Two railroad executives are tied to a locomotive in an English cartoon of 1853

INSURANCE ADVERTISEMENT. American magazine advertisement for the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, 1901

NEW YORK: INSURANCE. The Continental Insurance Company of the City of New York. Heliotype, c1890

PHILADELPHIA: PENN LIFE. Penn Life Insurance Building at 921 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Photographed c1890

ACCIDENT INSURANCE, 1871. American newspaper advertisement of 1871 for the Travelers Life and Accident Insurance Company of Hartford, Connecticut

FIRE INSURANCE, 1764. Colonial American fire insurance policy, issued in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1764

INSURANCE ADVERTISEMENT. The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York. From an American magazine of 1905

INSURANCE ADVERTISEMENT. The Prudential Insurance Company of America, located in Newark, New Jersey. From an American magazine, 1905

NEW YORK: MANHATTAN LIFE. The Manhattan Life Insurance Company building at 156-8 Broadway. Heliotype, 1876

NEW YORK: MUTUAL LIFE. The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, located at Broadway and Liberty Street. Heliotype, 1876

INSURANCE ADVERTISEMENT. The Continental Life Insurance Company of Hartford, Connecticut. Advertisement from an American magazine of 1871

INSURANCE ADVERTISEMENT. The Manhattan Life Insurance Company, from an American magazine of 1888

DISABILILTY INSURANCE, 1916. An advertisement for Aetna insurance company of Hartford, Connecticut, from an American magazine, 1916

INSURANCE: ADVERTISEMENT. An advertisement for the Travelers Insurance Company of Hartford, Connecticut, from an American magazine, 1888

FIRE INSURANCE, 1833. Advertisements by New York City insurance companies in The Sun newspaper from New York, 1833, two years before the Great Fire

TRADE CARD: MET LIFE. Industrial Gems. Merchants trade card for the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company of New York, 19th century

Insurance Offices
The general offices of the Chartered Insurance Institute at Aldermanbury, London

N. A. A. S. - Euston Square, London
30 Euston Square - Architect: Arthur Beresford Pite (1861-1934). 1906/8 - Building of the London, Edinburgh and Glasgow Assurance Co. - later Pearl Life Assurance Co

Nightime in Tralgar Square, London
The Offices of the Sun Life Insurance Company and The Head European Offices of Canadian Pacific, 62-65 Charing Cross Road, Trafalgar Square, London - photographed at night. Date: circa 1930s

Washington DC, USA - The Bureau of War Risk Insurance Building Date: 1920

Boston - Buildings on Copley Square
Boston, Massachusetts - New Home Office Building, New England Mutual Life Insurance Company at Copley Square. Date: circa 1930s

Salesman showing paperwork to mature couple

Health insurance, conceptual image

Hope Insurance Company fireman in uniform
Colour engraving of a Hope Insurance Company fireman in uniform, with a large badge on his sleeve. At one time, firemen worked for different insurance companies and wore different colour uniforms

Insurance companies memorial with the Latin motto: Finis Coronat Opus (the end crowns the work). The bas relief sculpture shows modern-day firefighters with water hoses and ladder, fighting a fire

Boiler explosion caused by corrosion from report by Robert Longridge. CE. Boiler Insurance & Steam Power Co. Ltd. Manchester. c.19th C Date: 19th century

LCC-LFB Serious fire at Prudential building, Holborn
Two firefighters view the fire poster at the Prudential Assurance Company building in High Holborn WC1, shortly after extinguishing a major fire there

GLC-LFB Fireshow at Crystal Palace
A major charity event was organised at Crystal Palace to raise money for the Firefighters benevolent fund in the hot summer of 1976

Manually pulled and operated Insurance Company engine
A manually pulled and operated Insurance Company fire engine

19th century Insurance Company Fire Notice, County Fire office, with an image of Britannia with lion and shield

Montage of images of parish fire pumps
Four examples of manual parish fire pumps. The top image is typical of the manual pump used in London by the Insurance fire brigades prior to the creation of the London Fire Engine Establishment

GALVANI: INSURANCE, 1854. I am also insured, so I don t care. Wood engraving from Paul Galvanis Les M

PHILADELPHIA: WALNUT STREET. The Insurance Company of North America, incorporated in 1794, at 232 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Photograph, late 19th century

NEW YORK: FIREFIGHTING, 1787. A view of a fire engine at work, probably in a New York City street: line engraving, 1787. The Mutual Assurance Company of New York was organized in 1787 under the terms

NEW YORK: FIRE ENGINE 1787. A view of a fire engine at work, probably in a New York City street: line engraving from the deed of settlement organizing the Mutual Asssurance Company in 1787

FIREFIGHTING, 1787. A view of a fire engine at work, probably in a New York City street. Line engraving, 1787. The Mutual Assurance Company of New York was organized in 1787 under the terms of this

Good or bad trust - in which class does the fire insurance trust belong?. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon with the directors reviewing the Annual Report of the Fire Proof Fire Insurance Co

The Putnam Fire Insurance Company of Hartford, Conn

View of Broadway and Maiden Lane, New York City

Travelers Insurance Company of Hartford, Conn

California Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Association. Date 1877

Republic fire insurance co

John T. Raymond as the insurance agent in Bartley Campbell s
John T. Raymond as the insurance agent in Bartley Campbells comedy, Risks. Date 1878

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"Insurance: Safeguarding Lives and Legacies through the Ages" Step back in time to 1886, where the bustling Underwriting Room of Lloyds of London served as a hub for risk assessment and protection. This historic space witnessed countless deals struck, shaping the future of insurance. Fast forward to the present day, and you'll find yourself immersed in the grandeur of Lloyds Building's large atrium, an architectural masterpiece designed by Richard Rogers. This iconic structure stands tall in the heart of City of London, symbolizing resilience and stability. But insurance is not just about buildings; it extends its reach to safeguarding communities. The London Fire Engine Establishment's list of fire stations reminds us how insurance plays a vital role in mitigating risks and responding swiftly during emergencies. Traveling across continents, we arrive at Belgrade's Hotel Moscow. Even here, it has left its mark on society. Prudential Life Insurance prides itself on protecting lives worldwide – their fleet serving as a testament to their commitment. In politics too, it has played a significant role throughout history. David Lloyd George leaving Downing Street signifies how leaders have recognized its importance in securing nations' welfare amidst uncertainty. Returning to London's roots, we encounter New Lloyds Coffee House – where it all began centuries ago. From humble beginnings emerged an industry that would shape economies globally. As we gaze upon Liverpool's Pier Head with awe-inspiring landmarks like the Royal Liver Building and Cunard Building standing tall against time's relentless march - they remind us that even monumental structures rely on solid foundations provided by insurers who protect them from unforeseen events. Today’s Lloyds Building continues Richard Rogers' legacy - an architectural marvel nestled within City of London - reminding us that while times change, our need for reliable protection remains constant.