Lord Avebury Collection

The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January (litho)
1629243 The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January)

2 St Jamess Square, London, home of Lord Avebury (b / w photo)
7201833 2 St Jamess Square, London, home of Lord Avebury (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2 St Jamess Square, London, home of Lord Avebury)

Sir John Lubbock, English politician (colour litho)
979459 Sir John Lubbock, English politician (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Lubbock, 1st Baron Avebury (1834-1913), English politician

Punch cartoon: John Lubbock, 1st Baron Avebury, English banker, scientist
6034967 Punch cartoon: John Lubbock, 1st Baron Avebury, English banker, scientist, philanthropist and Liberal politician (engraving) by Sambourne

Lord Avebury Has Lately Taken To Golf, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Lord Avebury Has Lately Taken To Golf, 1901. From " The Harmsworth Magazine, Volume VI. February 1901-July 1901", by [Harmsworth Bros, Limited, London, 1901]

John Lubbock, 1896. Creator: Unknown
John Lubbock, 1896. Portrait of banker, scientist and Liberal politician Sir John Lubbock, 1st Baron Avebury (1834-1913). His Prehistoric Times, first published in 1865

Sir John Lubbock, c1875-1913. Artist: John Collier
Sir John Lubbock, c1875-1913

Lord Aveburys Ford V8 competing in the Sunbac Colmore Trial, Gloucestershire, 1934
Ford V8 3622 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. YY8922. Event Entry No: 86 Driver: Avebury, Lord. No award. Place: Gypsy Lane, near Winchcombe Gloucestershire. Sunbac Colmore Trial. Date: 24.2.34

Sir John Lubbock, Bart, MP, FRS, Vice-Chancellor of the University of London, 1877. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Sir John Lubbock, Bart, MP, FRS, Vice-Chancellor of the University of London, 1877. Lubbock (1834-1913) was an English banker, archaeologist, naturalist and politician

John Lubbock, first Baron Avebury, English banker, archaeologist, naturalist and politician, c1880. Lubbocks (1834-1913) Prehistoric Times, first published in 1865

John Lubbock, lst Baron Avebury, English banker, scientist and Liberal politician, 1884. Lubbock (1834-1913) at a desk by the window in his library working with a binocular microscope

Stone Age tumulus containing two chambers, Rodding, Denmark, 1913. Also known as barrows, tumuli are mounds of earth and stones raised over graves

Bison, copy of a Palaeolithic cave painting at Altamira, northern Spain, 1913. The original cave paintings at Altamira were produced between about 14, 000 and 12, 000 BC

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Lord Avebury: A Man of Many Talents Step into the world of Sir John Lubbock, better known as Lord Avebury, a prominent figure in 19th and early 20th-century England. This captivating collection of images takes us on a journey through his multifaceted life. In the lithograph titled "The Opening of Parliament by the King, " we witness Lord Avebury's involvement in politics, an arena where he made significant contributions. As an English politician residing at 2 St James's Square in London, he played a crucial role in shaping the nation's governance. A vibrant color lithograph portrays Sir John Lubbock himself, showcasing his intellectual prowess and diverse interests. Known for being an English banker, scientist, philanthropist, and Liberal politician; this engraving from Punch magazine captures his essence perfectly. However accomplished he was in various fields, it also had time for leisure activities. An intriguing photograph reveals that he took up golf around 1901—a testament to his pursuit of both mental and physical stimulation beyond his professional endeavors. Throughout history, portraits have immortalized influential figures like Sir John Lubbock. The photographs captured by unknown creators depict him at different stages of life—each one reflecting his wisdom and charisma. His passion for education is evident as we see him depicted as Vice-Chancellor of the University of London in an artistically rendered image from 1877. This position allowed him to shape young minds while continuing to contribute to scientific advancements. Archaeology fascinated Lord Avebury too—an interest showcased through photographs capturing Stone Age tumuli containing two chambers discovered in Rodding, Denmark (1913). His dedication to unearthing ancient civilizations shed light on our shared human heritage. As we delve further into these images spanning decades—from c1875-1934—we gain insight into the remarkable life led by this extraordinary man.