Philanthropists Collection

Marriage of Baroness Burdett-Coutts to William Ashmead-Bartl
Engraving showing the marriage of Baroness Angela Georgina Burdett-Coutts (1814-1906) to William Ashmead-Bartlett (1851-1921) in Christ Church, Piccadilly, London, 1881

A riotous mob of Spencian Philanthropists during The Spa Fields Riots, Islington, London, England in 1816
3062199 A riotous mob of Spencian Philanthropists during The Spa Fields Riots, Islington, London, England in 1816.; Private Collection; (add.info)

Christmas Entertainment to the Inmates of the Greenwich Union-House, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Christmas Entertainment to the Inmates of the Greenwich Union-House, 1864. Through the liberality of Mrs. Angerstein, wife of the member for Greenwich

N'ayez pas d'inquiètoude... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
N'ayez pas d'inquietoude... 19th century. Philanthropists of the day - Don't worry

Approchez M. Gérenflot... venez recevoir... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Approchez M. Gerenflot... venez recevoir... 19th century. Philanthropists of the day - Approach M Gerenflot.... Come and receive

Westminster Ragged-School Children in Claydon-Park, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Westminster Ragged-School Children in Claydon-Park, 1850. London children travel to Buckinghamshire by train....the Rev. W. R. Fremantle, Rector of Claydon

Annual Dinner of the Governors of Bridewell and Bethlem Hospitals, in the Hall, Bridewell, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Annual Dinner of the Governors of Bridewell and Bethlem Hospitals, in the Hall, Bridewell, [London], 1850. The entertainment takes place in the Great Hall of Bridewell Hospital

Jubilee Dinner of the Clerkenwell Parochial Charity Schools, 1850. Creator: Smyth
Jubilee Dinner of the Clerkenwell Parochial Charity Schools, [London], 1850. The Schools were founded...for the purpose of educating

Portrait of Cecile Charlotte Furtado-Heine (oil on canvas)
6371228 Portrait of Cecile Charlotte Furtado-Heine (oil on canvas) by Winterhalter, Hermann (1808-91); 137.5 x 99.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cecile Charlotte Furtado-Heine (1821-1896)

Lady Burdett-Coutts (engraving)
1625944 Lady Burdett-Coutts (engraving) by Swinton, James Rannie (1816-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Burdett-Coutts. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 September 1871)

William Wilberforce (engraving)
1626043 William Wilberforce (engraving) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Wilberforce. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 November 1871)

Statue of the late Joseph Sturge at Birmingham (engraving)
1620405 Statue of the late Joseph Sturge at Birmingham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of the late Joseph Sturge at Birmingham)

Statue of George Peabody (engraving)
614317 Statue of George Peabody (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of George Peabody)

The late George Smith of Coalville (engraving)
1628269 The late George Smith of Coalville (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late George Smith of Coalville)

Mr Josiah Mason, of Birmingham, Founder of the Erdington Almshouses and Orphanage (engraving)
1104210 Mr Josiah Mason, of Birmingham, Founder of the Erdington Almshouses and Orphanage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Josiah Mason)

Robert Raikes (engraving)
816712 Robert Raikes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Raikes, English philanthropist and Anglican layman)

Portrait of James Oglethorpe (engraving)
819890 Portrait of James Oglethorpe (engraving) by Ireland, Samuel (d.1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Oglethorpe, British general, Member of Parliament, philanthropist)

Mr Andrew Carnegies history (litho)
810843 Mr Andrew Carnegies history (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Andrew Carnegies history as depicted by the Chicago Tribune)

Sketch for Some Who Have Made Bristol Famous, c. 1928 (oil on canvas)
2830865 Sketch for Some Who Have Made Bristol Famous, c.1928 (oil on canvas) by Board, Ernest (1877-1934); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Study for 2831171)

Mrs. Potter Palmer, 1893 (oil on canvas)
2970081 Mrs. Potter Palmer, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Zorn, Anders Leonard (1860-1920); 258x141.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Bertha Palmer (May 22, 1849 - May 5, 1918)

The late Mr John R Findlay (b / w photo)
1606624 The late Mr John R Findlay (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr John R Findlay)

The late Mr Richard Green, Shipowner (engraving)
1588126 The late Mr Richard Green, Shipowner (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr Richard Green, Shipowner)

Sir E C Guinness, Baronet, Donor of £250, 000 to improve the Dwellings of the Poor (engraving)
1596289 Sir E C Guinness, Baronet, Donor of £ 250, 000 to improve the Dwellings of the Poor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir E C Guinness)

Some of the principal members of Baron Maurice de Hirschs Jewish Colonisation Association
5216759 Some of the principal members of Baron Maurice de Hirschs Jewish Colonisation Association, established to facilitate the emigration of Jews from Russia and Eastern Europe

Portrait of John MacGregor (engraving)
819948 Portrait of John MacGregor (engraving) by Maull & Fox (fl.1850-60) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John MacGregor, nicknamed Rob Roy, Scottish explorer)

Lord Iveagh, who has given £250, 000 to the Jenner Institute of Preventive Medicine (b / w photo)
1606894 Lord Iveagh, who has given £ 250, 000 to the Jenner Institute of Preventive Medicine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Iveagh)

Mr George Peabody (engraving)
1620254 Mr George Peabody (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr George Peabody. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 April 1862)

Sir Albert David Sassoon, CSI (engraving)
1613738 Sir Albert David Sassoon, CSI (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Albert David Sassoon, CSI)

Celebrities of the Day, Right Honourable the Earl of Shaftesbury, KG (engraving)
1044755 Celebrities of the Day, Right Honourable the Earl of Shaftesbury, KG (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Celebrities of the Day)

Mr Benjamin Guinness (engraving)
1610180 Mr Benjamin Guinness (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Benjamin Guinness. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 March 1865)

Sir Moses Montefiore, Baronet (engraving)
1610147 Sir Moses Montefiore, Baronet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Moses Montefiore, Baronet)

Lady Doctors and Philanthropists (engraving)
2812513 Lady Doctors and Philanthropists (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Doctors and Philanthropists)

The late Mr J G Richardson, of Ulster (engraving)
1626986 The late Mr J G Richardson, of Ulster (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr J G Richardson, of Ulster)

Statue of Dr Jephson, by Hollins (engraving)
1618183 Statue of Dr Jephson, by Hollins (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Dr Jephson, by Hollins)

The late Mr T Holloway (engraving)
1622324 The late Mr T Holloway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr T Holloway. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 January 1884)

William Wilberforce (engraving)
3637817 William Wilberforce (engraving) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Wilberforce. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 November 1871)

George Peabody (engraving)
812515 George Peabody (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Peabody, American-British entrepreneur and philanthropist)

Sir Sydney Waterlow (b / w photo)
810874 Sir Sydney Waterlow (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Sydney Waterlow, 1st Baronet, British philanthropist and politician)

William Hesketh Lever, 1st Viscount Leverhulme (1851-1925) (b / w photo)
810857 William Hesketh Lever, 1st Viscount Leverhulme (1851-1925) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Hesketh Lever, 1st Viscount Leverhulme)

Josiah Mason, Esquire (engraving)
1057943 Josiah Mason, Esquire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Josiah Mason, Esquire, the Birmingham Philanthropist)

The late Mr James Hack Tuke (engraving)
1605014 The late Mr James Hack Tuke (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr James Hack Tuke)

Mr Peabodys Remains in the Mortuary Chapel on Board the Monarch (engraving)
1104419 Mr Peabodys Remains in the Mortuary Chapel on Board the Monarch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Prince of Wales unveiling the Statue of Mr George Peabody at the Royal Exchange (engraving)
1104134 The Prince of Wales unveiling the Statue of Mr George Peabody at the Royal Exchange (engraving) by English School

Thomas Wright (engraving)
1053555 Thomas Wright (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Wright. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Late J J Gurney, Esquire (engraving)
1095670 The Late J J Gurney, Esquire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late J J Gurney, Esquire)

Portrait of Hannah More (engraving)
819310 Portrait of Hannah More (engraving) by Pickersgill, Henry William (1782-1875) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hannah More, English religious writer and philanthropist)

A curious system for alleviating unemployment in New York (colour litho)
2777841 A curious system for alleviating unemployment in New York (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A curious way to alleviate unemployment in New York)

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"Unveiling the Legacy: Philanthropists Who Shaped History" In a world often overshadowed by self-interest, these remarkable individuals emerged as beacons of compassion and generosity. From the grandeur of Baroness Burdett-Coutts' marriage to William Ashmead-Bartl, to the resolute determination depicted in the statue of Wilberforce, their actions spoke volumes about their commitment to making a difference. Benjamin Lay's vibrant lithograph reminds us that philanthropy knows no boundaries; it transcends race and creed. Cecile Charlotte Furtado-Heine's captivating oil painting captures her unwavering dedication towards uplifting society through her benevolent endeavors. Lady Burdett-Coutts' engraved portrait serves as an enduring testament to her tireless efforts in championing causes close to her heart. Meanwhile, William Wilberforce's engraving stands tall as a symbol of his relentless fight against slavery, igniting waves of change that continue resonating today. The engravings immortalizing Joseph Sturge at Birmingham and George Peabody remind us that true philanthropy extends beyond one's lifetime. Their legacies endure through countless lives touched by their kindness and vision. George Smith's engraving pays homage to an unsung hero whose contributions transformed Coalville for generations to come. Josiah Mason, founder of Erdington Almshouses and Orphanage, is forever etched in history through his engraved depiction—a reminder that even humble beginnings can lead to extraordinary impact. Robert Raikes' engraving commemorates his pioneering work in education reform—an inspiration for all who believe in empowering future generations with knowledge and opportunity. James Oglethorpe's engraved portrait encapsulates his visionary spirit in establishing Georgia as a haven for those seeking refuge from adversity. These philanthropists embody the essence of humanity at its finest—selflessly dedicating themselves towards creating a better world for all.