Macartney Collection

Macartneys rose, Rosa bracteata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, London, 1811

A group of Chinese on the bank of a river, watching the Earl Macartneys Embassy pass
MAI44991 A group of Chinese on the bank of a river, watching the Earl Macartneys Embassy pass, 1793 (w/c on paper) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

A group of Chinese watching the Earl Macartneys Embassy to China (w / c on paper)
MAI45005 A group of Chinese watching the Earl Macartneys Embassy to China (w/c on paper) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Corney House, in 1760, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Corney House, in 1760, (c1878). Corney House in Chiswick, (now part of west London). The first house on the site next to the River Thames was built by the Bishop of Rochester in 1542

A View near the City of Lin-Tsin on the Banks of the Grand Canal. 1796. Artist: William Byrne
A View near the City of Lin-Tsin on the Banks of the Grand Canal. 1796. Artist William Alexander accompanied Lord Macartney on the Macartney Mission, the first British diplomatic mission to China

Paul Macartney at PR launch of Yellow Submarine
Paul Macartney at the PR launch of Yellow Submarine (the name of both an LP album and an animated film). Date: late 1960s

Sir John Macartney
SIR JOHN MACARTNEY Irish promoter of canals Date: ? - 1812

George Macartney 1st Earl Macartney
George Macartney (1737?1806), 1st Earl Macartney. Hickey, Thomas 1741-1824

Mrs. Banks or Mrs. Catherine Macartney (c.1760-65). Lowry, Strickland 1737-c.1785 (attributed to). Date: 1760-65 (circa)

George Macartney 1671 - 1757 (c.1950). Bindon, Francis c. 1690-1765 (attributed to). Date: 1750

George, 1st Earl Macartney 1737-1806. Lundberg, Gustaf 1695 - 1786

GEORGE MACARTNEYs BARGES on Grand Canal, near Peking, 1792. Contemporary watercolor by William Alexander

GEORGE MACARTNEY (1737-1806). 1st Earl Macartney. British diplomat. Stipple engraving, early 19th century

George Earl Macartney 3
GEORGE, first earl MACARTNEY Diplomat famous for his embassy to China Date: 1737 - 1806

George Earl Macartney 2
GEORGE, first earl MACARTNEY Diplomat famous for his embassy to China Date: 1737 - 1806

British Ambassador arriving in China
The Arrival in China of the British Ambassador, Lord Macartney. Date: 1793

British Ambassador meeting Emperor Chien Lung
Meeting between Lord Macartney, British Ambassador, and the Chinese Emperor Chien Lung. Date: 14 September 1793

The Australian Cricket Team who toured England to compete for the Ashes in 1909

Australian Cricket Team 1909, W.J. Whitty, A. Cotter, Roger Hartigan, V. Ransford, Warren Bardsley, H. Carter, P.A. M Alister, V. Trumper, A.J. Hopkins, M.A. Noble, Frank Laver, W.W. Armstrong, J.A

The Australian Cricket Team in England, 1912
Photographic montage of the Australian Cricket Team which toured England in the summer of 1912. This tour was unusual in that no test matches were played, the Australians only playing county sides

Embassy at Great Wall
The first British embassy to China, headed by George, earl Macartney, enters China via the Great Wall at Chogon Koton

China Macartney Embas
The first British embassy to China, headed by George, earl Macartney, is greeted at (presumably) Beijing (Peking as was) by a military parade

Earl of Macartney
GEORGE, 1ST EARL MACARTNEY diplomat, notably to China Date: 1737 - 1806

George, Earl Macartney
GEORGE, 1ST EARL MACARTNEY British diplomat, first British diplomatic representative to Peking

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"Macartney: A Journey through Time and Culture" In the world of roses, one cannot overlook the enchanting beauty of Macartneys rose, also known as Rosa bracteata. Its delicate petals exude a captivating fragrance that has mesmerized flower enthusiasts for centuries. Transport yourself to ancient China, where a group of curious onlookers gathered along the banks of a river, eagerly watching Earl Macartneys Embassy pass by. Their eyes filled with wonder as they witnessed this historic event unfold before them. Captured on paper, another scene unfolds - Chinese locals intently observing Earl Macartneys Embassy to China. The intricate details in this watercolor painting bring to life their expressions of curiosity and intrigue. Travel back further in time to 1760 and discover Corney House, an architectural gem whose origins remain shrouded in mystery. This captivating image invites us to imagine the stories hidden within its walls. Venturing deeper into China's rich history, we find ourselves near Lin-Tsin City on the banks of the Grand Canal in 1796. Through William Byrne's artistic lens, we glimpse a serene landscape that once served as a backdrop for bustling trade routes and cultural exchanges. Shifting our focus from historical figures to modern icons, Sir John Macartney emerges onto the stage - his contributions leaving an indelible mark on society. His legacy serves as an inspiration for generations yet to come. Fast forward to more recent times when Paul McCartney took center stage at the PR launch of Yellow Submarine. The youth club poster proudly announced "Beatles night, " igniting excitement among fans who eagerly awaited this musical extravaganza. And there they were – The Beatles themselves – gracing us with their presence at multiple PR launches for Yellow Submarine. These legendary musicians forever changed popular culture with their innovative sound and timeless melodies.