Viscount Althorp Collection

The Smithfield Club Medal: obverse, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Smithfield Club Medal: obverse, 1862. Commemorative medal with...the likeness of the celebrated Wiseton shorthorn breeder, John Charles, Earl Spencer'

Viscount Althorp (b / w photo)
3091667 Viscount Althorp (b/w photo) by Stone, J. Benjamin (1838-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viscount Althorp. Photograph from Sir Benjamin Stones Pictures (Cassell)

George Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer (engraving)
818715 George Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer (engraving) by Copley, John Singleton (1738-1815) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer (1758-1834)

The late Earl Spencer - from a recent photograph, 1845. Creator: Smyth
The late Earl Spencer - from a recent photograph, 1845. Portrait of British politician John Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl Spencer

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

The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Edward Stanley, Earl of Derby; Hugh Fortescue, 2nd Earl Fortescue; Sir James Robert George Graham; Edward John Littleton

Seconding a Motion or The Party of the Movement, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
Seconding a Motion or The Party of the Movement. 1833. John William Ponsonby, 4th Earl of Bessborough; Charles Manners Sutton, 1st Viscount Canterbury; Edward Smith Stanley

The Nursery, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
The Nursery, 1833. John Cam Hobhouse, Baron Broughton de Gyfford; Sir Francis Burdett; William Cobbett; John Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl Spencer. British politians depicted as crying children

You May Know a Man by the Company He Keeps, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
" You May Know a Man by the Company He Keeps", 1833. Burdett (Sir Francis Burdett), Cobbett (William Cobbett), Althorp (John Charles Spencer)

John Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl Spencer, British politician, c1830s (c1890). Creator: Unknown
John Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl Spencer (1782-1845), British politician, c1830s (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

A Group of Sporting Characters at Epsom, c1832. Creator: Unknown
A Group of Sporting Characters at Epsom, How are the odds on the Derby?, c1832. Political satire depicting British politicians at Epsom races: Edward Stanley, 14th Earl of Derby (1799-1869)

The Right Hon. John Poyntz Spencer, K. G. 1879. Creator: Vincent Brooks Day & Son
The Right Hon. John Poyntz Spencer, K.G. 1879. John Poyntz Spencer, 5th Earl Spencer (1835-1910), Liberal politician, Lord President of the Council and Lord Lieutenant of Ireland

Viscount Althorp, 1786. Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Viscount Althorp, 1786. From The Connoisseur Volume XXV. [The Connoisseur Ltd. London, 1909]

Albert Edward John Spencer, 7th Earl Spencer 1892 - 1975 : Portrait by Augustus John

George John Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer ( 1 September 1758 - 10 November 1834 ) was a British Whig politician. He notably served as Home Secretary from 1806 to 1807 in the Ministry of All the Talents

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Viscount Althorp, also known as George Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer, was a prominent figure in British politics and society during the 19th century. Born into an aristocratic family, Viscount Althorp inherited his title and wealth at a young age. His black and white photograph captures the essence of this distinguished gentleman. The late Earl Spencer is depicted in an engraving from a recent photograph taken in 1845 by Smyth. This image showcases his refined features and regal demeanor, and is evident that he possessed both power and influence within his social circle. One can catch a glimpse of Viscount Althorp's political career through various satirical illustrations created by John Doyle. In "So Much out of the Fire or The Man Wots Lost His Throne" from 1834, we witness the struggles faced by those who have fallen from grace. However, it is clear that Viscount Althorp remained resilient despite these challenges. In another piece titled "Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, " also from 1834, Doyle humorously portrays Viscount Althorp engaging with others in what appears to be a game of chance. This lighthearted depiction hints at his ability to connect with people on different levels. "The Reconciliation: An Affecting Scene" depicts an emotional moment between two individuals - possibly representing Viscount Althorp reconciling with someone important to him during this period of political unrest. Doyle's artwork further explores aspects of Viscount Althorp's life beyond politics; for instance, "The Nursery" reveals glimpses into his personal life as a family man while "You May Know a Man by the Company He Keeps" suggests that he surrounded himself with influential figures who shaped his character. John Charles Spencer, later becoming the 3rd Earl Spencer like his father before him, was also involved in British politics during this era.