Minister Plenipotentiary Collection

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

Photographic portrait of Sir Harry Smith Parkes
3522094 Photographic portrait of Sir Harry Smith Parkes; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Sir Harry Smith Parkes (1828-1885)

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

Harry Smith Parkes, Esq. C.B. British Commissioner of the Allied Commission at Canton... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Harry Smith Parkes, Esq. C.B. British Commissioner of the Allied Commission at Canton - from a photograph by Negretti and Zambra, 1860

First audience of a British minister with the Tycoon of Japan at Jeddo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
First audience of a British minister with the Tycoon of Japan at Jeddo [ie Eddo] - from a sketch by S. J. Gower, 1860. Mr

Dr. Leyds, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Dr. Leyds, c1900. Portrait of Dutch lawyer Willem Johannes Leyds who served as state attorney and state secretary of the South African Republic

Lord Pauncefote, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Lord Pauncefote, c1900. Portrait of Julian Pauncefote, 1st Baron Pauncefote, British barrister, politician and diplomat; Permanent Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs

Sketches in the Persian Gulf - the Hon. Mr. Murray and his suite - from a photograph, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Sketches in the Persian Gulf - the Hon. Mr. Murray and his suite - from a photograph, 1857. Engraving after a photograph by Major H

Lord Wodehouse, Minister Plenipotentiary to the Court of St Petersburg (engraving)
1097727 Lord Wodehouse, Minister Plenipotentiary to the Court of St Petersburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Wodehouse)

Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, c. 1762-63 (engraving)
CWA123968 Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, c.1762-63 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); City of Westminster Archive Centre, London

His Excellency the Marquis Tseng (engraving)
1044501 His Excellency the Marquis Tseng (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: His Excellency the Marquis Tseng)

The Late Count de Bylandt (engraving)
1063017 The Late Count de Bylandt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Count de Bylandt)

David Hartley, English diplomat
David Hartley the Younger (1731-1813), English diplomat, Member of Parliament, and son of the philosopher David Hartley (1705-1757)

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A minister plenipotentiary is a diplomatic representative with full authority to negotiate and sign treaties on behalf of their government. These highly skilled individuals play a crucial role in international relations, using their expertise to navigate complex political landscapes and advocate for their country's interests. With the power to make binding agreements, minister plenipotentiaries must possess exceptional communication and negotiation skills, as well as a deep understanding of foreign policy. Their work often involves building relationships with other countries, resolving disputes, and promoting cooperation on global issues. In an increasingly interconnected world, the role is more important than ever in shaping the future of diplomacy and fostering peace among nations.