Guildhall Library Art Gallery Collection (page 5)

Military figure in the uniform of the eleventh regiment of the Loyal London Volunteers, 1804

Military figure wearing an unidentified volunteer uniform, c1800

Soldier of the second regiment of Loyal London Volunteers, c1800. Artist: R Page
Soldier of the second regiment of Loyal London Volunteers, c1800

Waterman in Doggetts coat and badge, (c1860?)

3rd London Rifle Brigade, Blackdowne, 1917
Group portrait of the 3rd London Rifle Brigade, Blackdowne, 1917

Member of the battalion in the Bank Volunteers, holding a rifle with a bayonet attached, 1799

Member of the light infantry in the Bank Volunteers, holding a rifle with a bayonet attached, 1799

Grenadier in the Bank Volunteers, holding a rifle with a bayonet attached, 1799. Artist
Grenadier in the Bank Volunteers, holding a rifle with a bayonet attached, 1799

Member of the London Association volunteers, 1780

View of a letter carrier, 1866

View of a Pedestrian Hobbyhorse, 1819
View of a Pedestrian Hobbyhorse, with a description of the contraption underneath, 1819

Shillibeers first omnibus drawn by three horses, London, c1830
View of Shillibeers first omnibus drawn by three horses, London, c1830; on the left a fruit seller can be seen and in the centre a boy bowls a hoop

Figure in military clothing holding a pike in one hand and a sword in the other, 1607. One of four images

Figure in military clothing holding a musket and wearing a sword, 1607. One of four images

Figure in military clothing firing a musket and wearing a sword, 1607. One of four images

A county Sheriff in civic costume holding a staff and a piece of paper, 1805. Artist
A county Sheriff in civic costume holding a staff and a piece of paper, 1805

Lord Mayor of London in civic costume, 1805

A Sheriff of London, dressed in early fifteenth century civic costume and holding a staff, c1830
View of a Sheriff of London, dressed in early fifteenth century civic costume and holding a staff, c1830

View of the Lord Mayor and court of Aldermen, depicted in 1681, (c1950)
View of the Lord Mayor and court of Aldermen, depicted in 1681 (c1950)

Panorama, c1870. View of a harbour with eighteenth century ships at anchor. When the image is held to the light bombs and cannons can be seen devastating the town, in the background

A postman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A postman, 1855. Pictured with a bag of mail, looking at a letter

A common council man, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A common council man, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial costume, with a long blue robe trimmed with fur

A Swordbearer and a Commoncrier, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Swordbearer and a Commoncrier, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial robes, carrying a sword and a mace

A policeman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A policeman, 1855. Depicted against the sketched background of a street, holding a truncheon

An Alderman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
An Alderman, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial costume, in a long red robe trimmed with fur

A waterman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A waterman, 1855. Dressed in a red jacket and waistcoat, black neckerchief and hat

A Beadle, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Beadle, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial costume

A Lord Mayor, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Lord Mayor, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial robes, with a mace in the foreground

A Chelsea pensioner, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Chelsea pensioner, 1855. An old man dressed in a Chelsea pensioner uniform

A Sheriff, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Sheriff, 1855. A man dressed in the ceremonial robes of a sheriff

A fireman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A fireman, 1855. A man dressed in a firemans uniform

Two women wearing the latest fashions, 1858. Both women are wearing evening dresses. They are both carrying fans and have decorated their hair with floral arrangments

Two women wearing the latest fashions, 1859. The woman on the left is wearing an off the shoulder dress with a very full skirt that was achieved by wearing lots of petticoats, and a crinoline

Two women wearing the latest fashions in a garden setting, 1858. Both women are wearing full skirted dresses, a look that would have been achieved by wearing lots of petticoats and a crinoline

Two women and a child wearing the latest fashions in a garden setting, 1858. One of the women shades herself with a parasol

Five women wearing the latest winter fashions, 1863. All five women are wearing the latest styles in winter coats and mantles

Five women and a child wearing the latest autumn and winter fashions, 1864. The women in blue and purple are wearing fitted coats that match their dresses

Two women wearing the latest indoor fashions, c1850. Both of the women are wearing dresses with extremely full skirts and tight bodices

Two women and a small girl wearing the latest indoor fashions, c1860. In order to achieve this full skirt look, the women would be wearing layers of petticoats and hoop cages

Two women on the left wearing seaside fashions, the woman on the right wears a garden dress, 1864
Two women on the left wearing seaside fashions and the woman on the right wears a garden dress, 1864

Five women wearing spring and summer coats and mantles, 1864

Three women and a child wearing the latest fashions, 1864. The child holds a hoop and one of the women shades herself with a parasol. The centre womans dress has a very full skirt at the back

Three women wearing the latest fashions, one of the women is shading herself with a parasol, 1864. All three women are wearing matching dresses and fitted coats

A large muff with a band of brocade, 1647. Artist: Wenceslaus Hollar
A large muff with a band of brocade, 1647

Winter garments for a woman, including muffs, gloves and handkerchiefs, 1647. Artist
Winter garments for a woman, including muffs, gloves and handkerchiefs, 1647

Two women and a child wearing the latest fashions, 1860. All three of them are wearing the crinoline skirts that were incredibly fashionable at the time

Two women wearing the latest fashions, 1864. Both of the women are wearing dresses with tight fitting bodices and full hooped skirts

Two women and a man wearing full evening dress, c1810. Artist: W Read
Two women and a man wearing full evening dress. c1810. The woman on the left is wearing a yellow empire line dress, while the woman next to her is wearing a plain white empire line dress with a red

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Step into the captivating world of art at Guildhall Library Art Gallery, where history and creativity intertwine. Immerse yourself in the vivid storytelling of renowned artists through a diverse collection that spans centuries. Transport yourself to 1735 with "Revelling with Harlots, plate III of A Rakes Progress, " an intriguing depiction by an unknown artist. Feel the decadence and debauchery as you witness a cautionary tale unfold before your eyes. Marvel at Dante Gabriel Rossetti's masterpiece, "La Ghirlandata" from 1873. Let its ethereal beauty transport you to another realm, where delicate brushstrokes capture the essence of romance and longing. Take a step back in time to 1842 with John Tarring's "Reform Clubs kitchens, Westminster, London. " Experience the hustle and bustle of Victorian London as this remarkable painting offers a glimpse into the heart of culinary life during that era. Discover "The Old Woman of Threadneedle Street" from 1826 by Standidge & Co. , which portrays one of London's iconic figures. Delve into the rich symbolism embedded within this artwork as it explores themes of power and wealth. Witness a whimsical scene come to life in "A common council beast, returning from a turtle feast" circa 1775. This playful portrayal invites you to join in on the merriment while shedding light on societal customs prevalent during that period. Admire the intricate details captured in "Still life with a pilgrim flask, candlestick, porcelain vase and fruit" from the 17th century. Allow your gaze to wander over every meticulously painted object as they tell their own stories within this mesmerizing composition. Experience Anna Lea Merritt's enchanting piece titled "Wild Duck" created in 1913. Let its vibrant colors ignite your imagination as nature unfolds before your eyes through Merritt's skilled brushwork.