Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm Collection

Commemoration Medal for Thomas Carlyle (image 2 of 5), 1875. Creator: Joseph Edgar Boehm
Commemoration Medal for Thomas Carlyle (image 2 of 5), 1875

'The Late Sir Edgar Boehm, R.A. 1834-1890, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'The Late Sir Edgar Boehm, R.A. 1834-1890, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

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BARON LAWRENCE STATUE, WATERLOO PLACE, CITY OF WESTMINSTER, GREATER LONDON

Wellington Monument, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Wellington Monument, London, c1910. Bronze equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington at Hyde Park Corner, designed in 1888 by Joseph Edgar Boehm

Statue of Francis Drake at Plymouth in Devon, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Statue of Francis Drake on Plymouth Hoe in Devon, late 19th-early 20th century. Sculpture by Joseph Boehm, erected in 1883, of English adventurer and pirate Sir Francis Drake (1540-1596)

In Cheyne Walk Gardens Thomas Carlyle Eternally Ponders Philosophy, c1935. Creator
In Cheyne Walk Gardens Thomas Carlyle Eternally Ponders Philosophy, c1935. Statue by Joseph Edgar Boehm of Scottish essayist, satirist

Queen Victorias statue, College Green, Bristol, 20th century. Artist: Joseph Edgar Boehm
Queen Victorias statue, College Green, Bristol, 20th century

Lord John Russell, (1792-1878), 19th century. Statue of the British Whig and Liberal politician who served twice as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Joseph Edgar Boehm, RA, British sculptor, 1883. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Joseph Edgar Boehm, RA, British sculptor, 1883. Boehm is best known for his design of Queen Victorias head on British coinage

Queen Victoria "Jubilee Head"proof sovereign, 1887
Queen Victoria " Jubilee Head" proof sovereign, 1887

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A statue of Charles Darwin, by Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm, on the stairs of the Central hall at the Natural History Museum, London

Darwin statue, September 1927
The 2.5 tonne marble statue of Darwin was unveiled in June 1885 after a worldwide public appeal raised &, xfa; 4500. The statue by Sir Joseph Boehm cost &

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Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm was a renowned British sculptor, known for his exceptional craftsmanship and artistic vision. Born in Vienna in 1834, he later moved to England where he gained recognition for his remarkable talent. Baron Lawrence P_G03353_001 captures the essence of Boehm's skill as it showcases the Wellington Monument in London around 1910, a testament to his ability to immortalize historical figures through sculpture. Boehm's expertise extended beyond monuments; he also crafted statues that adorned various locations across England. The Statue of Francis Drake at Plymouth stands tall as an emblem of national pride, created by an unknown artist during the late 19th-early 20th century. Similarly, In Cheyne Walk Gardens Thomas Carlyle Eternally Ponders Philosophy depicts another masterpiece by Boehm himself around 1935. One of Boehm's most notable works is Queen Victoria's statue on College Green in Bristol during the early 20th century. This magnificent piece exemplifies his attention to detail and ability to capture regal elegance effortlessly. Throughout his career, Boehm had the privilege of sculpting numerous influential individuals such as Lord John Russell and Benjamin Disraeli - both prominent statesmen and literary figures during the 19th century. His sculptures brought these historical figures back to life with astonishing accuracy and lifelike features. Not limited to human subjects alone, it also commemorated Charles Robert Darwin through artistry. Darwin's contributions to science were immortalized by Boehm’s skilled hands not once but twice – showcasing how deeply impactful Darwin’s work was on society. Boehm left behind a legacy that continues to inspire artists today with its timeless beauty and meticulous craftsmanship. His dedication towards capturing history through sculpture has forever etched him into Britain's artistic heritage.