Iron Duke Collection (page 2)

Wellington on the eve of Waterloo (colour litho)
STC343845 Wellington on the eve of Waterloo (colour litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the eve of the battle of Waterloo, Arthur Wellesley)

Silhouette of a Celebrated Commander on the Retir d List, 1830-1835. Creator: John Bruce
Silhouette of a Celebrated Commander on the Retir d List, 1830-1835

Wellington & Blugher [sic], England, 1875/1900. Creator: Thomas Stevens. Wellington & Blugher [sic], England
Wellington & Blugher [sic], England, 1875/1900. Battlefield scene with the Duke of Wellington and Field Marshal Blucher

The Suspended Congress, ca. 1829. Creator: Pierre Langlumé
The Suspended Congress, ca. 1829

Battle of Assye 23 Sept 1803, aquatint by J. C. Stadler, pub. by Tegg, Apr 1818 (aquatint)
780292 Battle of Assye 23 Sept 1803, aquatint by J.C. Stadler, pub. by Tegg, Apr 1818 (aquatint) by Heath, William (1795-1840); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Assaye, 1803)

The Naval Manoeuvres, Admiral Bairds Fleet returning to Queenstown (engraving)
1596116 The Naval Manoeuvres, Admiral Bairds Fleet returning to Queenstown (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres)

Lord Wellington entering Salamanca, aquatint by J. C. Stadler, pub
780291 Lord Wellington entering Salamanca, aquatint by J.C. Stadler, pub. by Tegg, Apr 1818 (aquatint) by Heath, William (1795-1840); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Last Moments of the Duke of Wellington (litho)
STC469304 Last Moments of the Duke of Wellington (litho) by Williams, J.L. (c.1815-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852)

Arthur Wellesley, later Duke of Wellington, 1804 (oil on canvas)
3740339 Arthur Wellesley, later Duke of Wellington, 1804 (oil on canvas) by Home, Robert (1752-1834); 74.9x62.2 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Arthur Wellesley)

HMS "Duke of Wellington"(chromolitho)
2790846 HMS " Duke of Wellington" (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Fernando Alvarez de Toledo, 17th century (oil on panel)
1765797 Portrait of Fernando Alvarez de Toledo, 17th century (oil on panel) by Dutch School, (17th century); 49A--38 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Naval Manoeuvres (engraving)
1591324 The Naval Manoeuvres (engraving) by Warry (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres, Admiral Fremantles Squadron at Thames Haven blockaded by Admiral Sir W Hewett)

The Naval Manoeuvres (engraving)
1595581 The Naval Manoeuvres (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres)

Visit of the King of Portugal to the Channel Squadron off Lisbon (engraving)
1061882 Visit of the King of Portugal to the Channel Squadron off Lisbon (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The proposed statue of the Iron Duke (engraving)
602908 The proposed statue of the Iron Duke (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Obsolete Battle-Ships, Vessels discarded from the Royal Navy by the Kings Command (engraving)
1628610 Obsolete Battle-Ships, Vessels discarded from the Royal Navy by the Kings Command (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Types of the British Navy (engraving)
3637964 Types of the British Navy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of the British Navy)

The Queens Navy in 1887 (engraving)
1046433 The Queens Navy in 1887 (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Navy in 1887)

Alva exacting the Oath of Allegiance (engraving)
6011433 Alva exacting the Oath of Allegiance (engraving) by Gallait, Louis (1810-87) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alva exacting the Oath of Allegiance)

Wellington, the Iron Duke, c. 1920 (colour litho)
1249026 Wellington, the Iron Duke, c.1920 (colour litho) by Huen, Victor (1874-1939); BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan, Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt, Academie des Beaux-Arts

Visit of the Channel Fleet to Norway (engraving)
1055285 Visit of the Channel Fleet to Norway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of the Channel Fleet to Norway)

Fernando Alvarez de Toledo (engraving)
816534 Fernando Alvarez de Toledo (engraving) by Thevet, Andre (1504-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fernando Alvarez de Toledo, 3rd Duke of Alba)

The Review before the Queen at Aldershot (engraving)
1045971 The Review before the Queen at Aldershot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Review before the Queen at Aldershot)

The Duke of Wellington, c. 1812. Creator: Workshop of Francisco de Goya
The Duke of Wellington, c. 1812

The State Cerberus, A Leaf Out of the AEnead, Freely Translated, December 11, 1834

Grand Review in Hyde Park, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Grand Review in Hyde Park, 1845. Military display in London attended by...his Royal Highness Prince Albert, his Majesty the King of the Belgians

Statuette of the Duke of Wellington, by Count d Orsay, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Statuette of the Duke of Wellington, by Count d Orsay, 1845. Although not more than two feet in height, the statue scarcely deserves its diminutive appellation; since there is a dignity pervading

The new Royal Exchange, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The new Royal Exchange, 1844. View of the Royal Exchange and equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, in the City of London. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V

The Royal Allied Oak and Self-Created Mushroom Kings, May 29, 1815

The Duke of Wellington, 1828. Creator: William Say
The Duke of Wellington, 1828

Inauguration of the Wellington Statue, Glasgow, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of the Wellington Statue, Glasgow, 1844. Unveiling of an equestrian sculpture of British soldier and politician Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, in front of the Royal Exchange

The City Wellington Statue, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The City Wellington Statue, 1844. Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, made by Sir Francis Chantrey. The scupture stands outside the Royal Exchange in London

Battle Scene (Waterloo), 1815-66. Creator: Hippolyte Bellangé
Battle Scene (Waterloo), 1815-66

R. Ackermanns Transparency on the Victory of Waterloo, June 1, 1815. June 1, 1815
R. Ackermanns Transparency on the Victory of Waterloo, June 1, 1815

The Allied Bakers or the Corsican Toad in the Hole, April 1, 1814. April 1, 1814
The Allied Bakers or the Corsican Toad in the Hole, April 1, 1814. Gebhardt von Blucher, the Duke of Wellington and Austrian emperor Francis I consign the figure emperor Napoleon to the oven

Transparency: Exhibited at R. Ackermanns in the Strand on the 27th November 1815, the Day on which the General Peace was Celebrated in London, November 27, 1815

A Fair Game, 1835. Creator: John Doyle
A Fair Game, 1835. Politicians throwing sticks at targets surmounted by crowns. Satirical cartoon on British politics by H.B. (John Doyle). [Thomas McLean, London, 1835]

Swing Caught at Last, 1835. Creator: John Doyle
Swing Caught at Last, 1835. Former Lord Chancellor Henry Brougham stands in the dock, as Sir Robert Peel explains his crime of incendiarism to judge King William IV

Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. British politicians: Agad, here is the Police ; I shan t stir a peg ; I ll be off ; Then so shall I

Going to the Fair with it!... 1837. Creator: John Doyle
Going to the Fair with it!. A Cant Phrase for doing any thing in an extravagant way - Known it is presumed to most persons, 1837

An original sketch from which it is presumed Hogarth took his... picture The Cock Pit, 1837
An original sketch from which it is presumed Hogarth took his well-known picture The Cock Pit, 1837. Politicians at a cock fight - the word Ireland is written in the arena

The Modern Antaeus, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
The Modern Antaeus, 1833. John Wilson Croker; Prime Minister Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey as Antaeus from Greek mythology, standing on the word Reform ; Henry Pelham Pelham-Clinton

Conferring the Honorary Degree of D. C. L. Upon The Russian Embassador, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Conferring the Honorary Degree of D.C.L. Upon The Russian Embassador, omitted by mistake in the ceremonies of the 10th June at Oxford, 1834

A Cabinet Council, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
A Cabinet Council, 1834. Prime Minister Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, says How is the Kings Government to be carried on? - that is the question!

New State Omnibus, or the Man wot is Cad... 1834. Creator: John Doyle
New State Omnibus, or the Man wot is Cad to the Man wot was Cad to the Man wot drove the Sovereign, 1834. John Bull says Time ; Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington

Drill Extraordinary, or University Dicipline, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Drill Extraordinary, or University Dicipline, 1834. Prime Minister Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington holds the ceremonial mace

Trios Dogs, A Graphic Tale, with a Moral, for those who can find it out!, 1834. Creator
Trios Dogs, A Graphic Tale, with a Moral, for those who can find it out!, 1834. Prime minister Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington holding a bone labelled Power ; Governor-General of Canada John

Hounds on a Wrong Scent, or the Red Herring Drag illustrated, 1836. Creator: John Doyle
Hounds on a Wrong Scent, or the Red Herring Drag illustrated, 1836. The Duke of Wellington drags a herring with the head of John Singleton Copley in a comment on British politics

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The Iron Duke: A Legend of Leadership and Victory In the annals of history, few names resonate with as much power and authority as that of the Iron Duke. This legendary figure, also known as Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, left an indelible mark on the world through his military prowess and unwavering determination. One cannot fully comprehend the magnitude of his achievements without delving into key moments in his illustrious career. The Battle of Waterloo stands out prominently among them - a clash that forever altered the course of European history. As we examine a map depicting this monumental event from the 19th century, we are reminded of Wellington's strategic brilliance and leadership skills that led to victory against Napoleon Bonaparte. A portrait by Thomas Lawrence captures Wellington's commanding presence during this period. His stern countenance reflects both wisdom gained from experience and an unyielding resolve to defend what he believed in, and is no wonder that he earned such titles as "Iron Duke" for his steadfastness in battle. As we delve further into Wellington's life, another image emerges - one showcasing camaraderie amidst adversity. In "The Grenadier in Wilton Mews, " we catch a glimpse into a world where coachmen gather to share stories over drinks long after their days on horse-drawn carriages have ended. This scene serves as a reminder that even great leaders need respite from their duties. Wellington's military campaigns were not without sacrifice or perilous challenges. Vereker Monteith Hamilton's painting "The Forlorn Hope at Badajos" depicts soldiers facing insurmountable odds with unwavering courage under Wellington's command. Their bravery exemplifies the spirit embodied by their leader – resilience against all odds. "The Army and Navy, Wellington and Nelson, " captured by Newton & Co. , presents us with an iconic representation linking two national heroes who defended Britain against formidable foes.