Bethell Collection

James Bethell Race Horse Trainer 29 March 1999 Date: 29 March 1999

Divers repairing the bottom of a ship at anchor wearing John Bethells patent diving dresses. Day & Haghe Lithographers to the Queen. S. Bendixen Lith. Date: 1838

Tatler cover - Mrs Adrian Bethell
Clarissa Madeleine Georgiana Felicite Tennant (1896-1960), daughter of 1st Baron Glenconner pictured at the time of her marriage to her first husband

Clarissa Tennant
Clarissa Madeleine Georgiana Felicite Tennant (1896-1960), daughter of 1st Baron Glenconner pictured staring into the fire

Divers building a pier or jetty wearing John Bethells patent diving dresses. Day & Haghe Lithographers to the Queen. S. Bendixen Lith. 1838

Divers boring and blasting rocks wearing John Bethells patent diving dresses. Day & Haghe Lithographers to the Queen. S. Bendixen Lith. Date: 1838

Bethells driving dress
Men working on a Wreck wearing John Bethells Patent Diving Dress Patent. Day & Haghe Lithographers to the Queen. S. Bendixen Lith. Date: 1838

Slingsby Bethell, Esq, a Sheriff of London
Slingsby Bethell, Esq. a Sheriff of London in 1680, from a scarce print in the British Museum.. Handcolored engraving from Civil Costume of England from the Conquest to the Present Period drawn by

Richard Bethell, 1st Baron Westbury
Lord Richard Bethell, 1st Baron Westbury (1800 - 1873), British lawyer, judge and Liberal politician. He served as Lord Chancellor of Great Britain between 1861 and 1865. Date: 1869

The Hon. Clarissa Tennant
Clarissa Madeleine Georgiana Felicite Tennant (1896-1960), daughter of 1st Baron Glenconner pictured at the time of her engagement to her first husband

Mr and the Hon. Mrs Bethell, WW1 wedding
The wedding of Mr William Adrian Vincent Bethell to the Hon. Clarissa Tennant on 19 August 1915, featured on the front cover of The Sketch magazine

Diana Bethell and Richard Blow
Society beauty, Diana Hermione Bethell, and her fiance, Richard Blow at the Berkeley Hunt Ball in 1939. Date: 1939

Richard Lord Westbury 4
RICHARD BETHELL, first lord WESTBURY statesman, lord chancellor Date: 1800 - 1873

Richard Lord Westbury 2
RICHARD BETHELL, first lord WESTBURY statesman, lord chancellor with his autograph Date: 1800 - 1873

Richard Lord Westbury 1
RICHARD BETHELL, first lord WESTBURY statesman, lord chancellor Date: 1800 - 1873

Richard Lord Westbury 3
RICHARD BETHELL, first lord WESTBURY statesman, lord chancellor with his autograph Date: 1800 - 1873

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Lord Westbury (Sir Richard Bethell), the New Lord Chancellor

RICHARD BETHELL, BARON WESTBURY, 1800-1873, BRITISH, UK, 1890 engraving

Richard Bethell, Baron Westbury, 1800-1873, British, UK, 1890 Engraving

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"Bethell: A Legacy of Daring Ventures and Timeless Elegance" From the depths of the ocean to the pages of high society, the name Bethell has woven itself into a tapestry of remarkable stories. Divers fearlessly repairing the bottom of a ship at anchor, their determination reflecting the spirit that defines this illustrious family. On one hand, we find ourselves captivated by Tatler's cover featuring Mrs Adrian Bethell, radiating grace and sophistication. Her presence evokes an air of enchantment that only those bearing the Bethell name seem to possess. Clarissa Tennant, another member of this esteemed lineage, adds her own touch of allure to this tale. Yet it is not just elegance and beauty that define them; there is also a streak of audacity running through their veins. James Bethell stands as a testament to this boldness - his ventures in divers building piers or jetties showcasing an unwavering determination to conquer new horizons. The engraving depicting a fire at Bethells naptha and creosote works in Battersea serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, resilience prevails within these walls. The flames may have threatened their progress momentarily but did not deter them from rising again like phoenixes from ashes. In matters beyond business pursuits, fashion becomes intertwined with identity for this family. The striking image captures "Bethells driving dress, " exuding both style and practicality—a perfect reflection of their ability to seamlessly blend tradition with innovation. Throughout history, notable figures such as Slingsby Bethell Esq. , Sheriff of London, and Richard Bethell 1st Baron Westbury have left indelible marks on society—leaders who shaped our world with wisdom and vision. Finally, love finds its place among these tales as Mr and Honorable Mrs Bethell embark on matrimonial bliss during World War I—an enduring symbol amidst chaos—a celebration reminding us of the power of love and unity.