Private Secretary Collection

J.P. Tumulty, White House, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
J.P. Tumulty, White House, 1913. Shows Joseph Patrick Tumulty (1879-1954), Private Secretary to Governor and then President Woodrow Wilson from 1911 to 1921.

Red Cross, 1918, 18 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Red Cross, 1918, 18 May 1918 (date created or published later). President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) with General George R

Beauties of Grease [altered to] Greece — or — Luxuries of the Kremlin. Vide Brighton Vagaries... c
Beauties of Grease [altered to] Greece -- or -- Luxuries of the Kremlin. Vide Brighton Vagaries. A Kitchen Frolic. c. 1819

Private secretary to the Sultan, Ottoman Empire
6340242 Private secretary to the Sultan, Ottoman Empire by Dalvimart, Octavian (18th century) (after); (add.info.: Private secretary to the Sultan, Ottoman Empire)

The Viceroy of Egypt (engraving)
1620431 The Viceroy of Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Viceroy of Egypt. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 June 1862)

The Right Honourable the Earl of Iddesleigh (engraving)
1050240 The Right Honourable the Earl of Iddesleigh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Honourable the Earl of Iddesleigh)

Mr George Wyndham, MP (engraving)
1063913 Mr George Wyndham, MP (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr George Wyndham, MP, New Under-Secretary for War)

The Withdrawal from Cabul, Mr Lepel Griffin, the British Political Agent, and his Staff (engraving)
1060192 The Withdrawal from Cabul, Mr Lepel Griffin, the British Political Agent, and his Staff (engraving) by English School

Stafford Northcote (b / w photo)
821116 Stafford Northcote (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stafford Henry Northcote (1818-1887)

The late M Mocquard, Private Secretary to the Emperor Napoleon III (engraving)
1613430 The late M Mocquard, Private Secretary to the Emperor Napoleon III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late M Mocquard)

The Princess of Wales and her Household (b / w photo)
1628716 The Princess of Wales and her Household (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Princess of Wales and her Household)

The Ashanti Expedition, Council of Officers at Sierra Leone, consulting the Map for the Line of March (litho)
1605018 The Ashanti Expedition, Council of Officers at Sierra Leone, consulting the Map for the Line of March (litho) by Wright

Lord Curzon as Viceroy of India, a Group at the Viceregal Lodge, Simla (b / w photo)
1043040 Lord Curzon as Viceroy of India, a Group at the Viceregal Lodge, Simla (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Great Dock Strikes, Conciliation Conference at the Mansion House (engraving)
1046595 The Great Dock Strikes, Conciliation Conference at the Mansion House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Dock Strikes)

Empress of India, the Viceroy presenting to the Maharajah Scindiah of Gwalior a Banner prepared by Order of the Queen
1059426 Empress of India, the Viceroy presenting to the Maharajah Scindiah of Gwalior a Banner prepared by Order of the Queen and Empress (engraving) by English School

Recipients of Coronation Honours (b / w photo)
1600738 Recipients of Coronation Honours (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recipients of Coronation Honours)

Montagu Corry (colour litho)
613121 Montagu Corry (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montagu Corry, The pattern Private Secretary, 3 March 1877)

Sir Arthur Bigge, Private Secretary to the Queen (b / w photo)
1628326 Sir Arthur Bigge, Private Secretary to the Queen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Arthur Bigge, Private Secretary to the Queen)

The Parnell Inquiry Commission (engraving)
1626305 The Parnell Inquiry Commission (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Parnell Inquiry Commission)

The Special Commission, 1888 (engraving)
1041798 The Special Commission, 1888 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Special Commission, 1888)

Lord Edward Cavendish, MP (engraving)
1062534 Lord Edward Cavendish, MP (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Edward Cavendish, MP)

The Rebellion in the Transvaal, Colonel Sir W Owen Lanyon, British Administrator, and his Official Staff (engraving)
1037640 The Rebellion in the Transvaal, Colonel Sir W Owen Lanyon, British Administrator, and his Official Staff (engraving) by English School

The Late General Sir Henry Frederick Ponsonby, GCB, PC (engraving)
1056781 The Late General Sir Henry Frederick Ponsonby, GCB, PC (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late General Sir Henry Frederick Ponsonby, GCB, PC)

The Crisis in the East, Members of the British Embassy at Constantinople (engraving)
1050055 The Crisis in the East, Members of the British Embassy at Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in the East)

Two Irish MPs, A Nationalist and A Loyalist (engraving)
1061975 Two Irish MPs, A Nationalist and A Loyalist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Irish MPs, A Nationalist and A Loyalist)

John Dodson, Lord Monk Breton (colour litho)
613213 John Dodson, Lord Monk Breton (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Dodson, Lord Monk Breton, The Private Secretary, 5 April 1911)

Punch cartoon: Francis Knollys, private secretary to the Prince of Wales (engraving)
6035000 Punch cartoon: Francis Knollys, private secretary to the Prince of Wales (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients (b / w photo)
1601231 The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients)

The Private Secretary (engraving)
1614774 The Private Secretary (engraving) by Groome, William Henry Charles (1881-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Private Secretary)

New Members of the House of Commons (engraving)
1614426 New Members of the House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons)

Queen Alexandras Household (b / w photo)
1593447 Queen Alexandras Household (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Alexandras Household)

The American Presidential Election, Rival Candidates at Work (engraving)
1051113 The American Presidential Election, Rival Candidates at Work (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The American Presidential Election)

Officers of Parliament, 1894 (engraving)
1604707 Officers of Parliament, 1894 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Officers of Parliament, 1894)

The Special Commission at the Royal Courts of Justice (engraving)
1041833 The Special Commission at the Royal Courts of Justice (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Viceroy of India, Lord and Lady Curzon and the Vigeregal Staff (b / w photo)
1051459 The Viceroy of India, Lord and Lady Curzon and the Vigeregal Staff (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Viceroy of India)

General View of the Court (engraving)
1055752 General View of the Court (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: General View of the Court)

The King of the Sandwich Islands and his Suite, now visiting the United States (engraving)
1053362 The King of the Sandwich Islands and his Suite, now visiting the United States (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Edward Marshs living-room, c1934. The living room of Sir Edward Howard Marsh (1872-1953) at 5 Raymond Buildings Grays Inn. Marsh was a British polymath, translator, arts patron and civil servant

Francis, 1st Viscount Knollys, c1895-1913 (1964). Knollys (1837-1924) was Private Secretary to the Sovereign from 1901 until 1913

Sir Henry Frederick Ponsonby (1825-1895), 1890. Artist: W&D Downey
Sir Henry Frederick Ponsonby (1825-1895), 1890. Ponsonby was the Private Secretary to Queen Victoria. From The Cabinet Portrait Gallery, first series, Cassell and Company Limited (London)

Bridge Blenheim Palace recto York Cathedral verso
Artokoloro

Christian Friedrich, Baron Stockmar, engraved by Thomas Fairland (litho)
XJF406221 Christian Friedrich, Baron Stockmar, engraved by Thomas Fairland (litho) by Winterhalter, Franz Xaver (1806-73) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christian Friedrich, Baron Stockmar (litho)
XJF394253 Christian Friedrich, Baron Stockmar (litho) by Partridge, John (1790-1872) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"The Private Secretary: A Glimpse into the World of Power and Influence" In the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire, a private secretary to the Sultan held immense responsibility, managing confidential affairs and ensuring smooth governance. An engraving captures the Viceroy of Egypt engrossed in his duties, relying on his trusted private secretary for counsel and support. Together, they navigated complex political landscapes with finesse. The Earl of Iddesleigh, depicted in another striking engraving, relied heavily on his private secretary's expertise. Their partnership exemplified efficiency and dedication as they tackled matters of state with unwavering determination. Mr George Wyndham, an esteemed Member of Parliament immortalized in an engraving, found solace in his private secretary's meticulous organization skills. Together they orchestrated impactful legislation that shaped society for generations to come. Amidst turbulent times like "The Withdrawal from Cabul, " Mr Lepel Griffin leaned on his loyal staff including a diligent private secretary. Their unwavering commitment ensured safety during challenging circumstances. A black-and-white photograph portrays Stafford Northcote deep in thought; it is evident that behind this statesman stood a capable private secretary who meticulously managed administrative tasks while enabling him to focus on strategic decision-making. Across borders, even Emperor Napoleon III sought guidance from M Mocquard - a renowned figure captured elegantly in an engraving - whose role as a trusted private secretary was vital to maintaining order within the empire. In another captivating image taken decades later, we catch a glimpse into the household of Princess Wales. Her dedicated team included an efficient private secretary who played an integral role in managing her public engagements and personal affairs alike. During expeditions such as "The Ashanti Expedition, " council meetings were crucial for success. The lithograph showcases officers intently studying maps alongside their indispensable secretaries who provided critical insights for strategic planning.