Peer Collection (page 8)

The House of Peers, with Henry VIII on the Throne, 16th century (c1905). Print published in Parliament Past and Present by Arnold Wright and Philip Smith, (London, c1905)

The House of Lords in the Time of Charles I, 17th century, (c1902-1905). The King sits on the throne with the Lords Spiritual and Temporal in their robes

Lord George Hamilton, MP, Under-Secretary of State for India, 1876. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Lord George Hamilton, MP, Under-Secretary of State for India, 1876. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science

Henry Somerset, 8th Duke of Beaufort (1824-1899), c1880. A famous sportsman, Somerset was editor of the Badminton Library series of books on sporting subjects

That Ballot-Boy Again!, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
That Ballot-Boy Again!, 1872. The Ballot Bill stands up to the House of Lords. This relates to the Ballot Bills passage through the Lords in June 1872. Two amendments had been made

Come to Grief, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
Come to Grief, 1872. A distressed Ballot Bill makes his way from the House of Lords, hotly pursued by the peers. This relates to the Ballot Bills passage through the Lords in June 1872

Lord Lansdowne, Viceroy of India
Henry Charles Keith Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, (1845-1927), British politician and Irish peer. Probably at the time he served as Viceroy and Governor-General of India (1888-1894)

Lord Spencer
Albert Edward John Spencer, 7th Earl Spencer (23 May 1892 9 June 1975), known formally as The Hon Albert Spencer until 1910 and from then until 1922 as Viscount Althorp

Elizabethan lords and a halberdier
Two Peers, in their robes, and a halberdier during Elizabethans reign, 1500s. Color lithograph reproduction

Newstead Abbey, a former Augustinian priory, Nottinghamshire, England, seen here c. 1900. Home of Lord Byron. George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron Byron, 1788 -1824. English poet, peer and politician

Robert Bertie, 1st Earl of Lindsey, 1582-1642. British soldier and courtier. From an engraving by Dutch artist Jacob Houbraken, after Cornelius Johnson (Cornelius Janssen van Ceulen)

Henry Wellesley, 3rd Duke of Wellington, 1846 - 1900. British peer and Conservative Party politician. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June, 1894

Great gray owl sitting in dry grass, Yellowstone National Park, USA
Close-up portrait of a great gray owl (Strix nebulosa) sitting in dry grass hunting for rodents. Great Gray owls are often active in the daytime

Portrait of a coyote standing in the grass looking back over its shoulder, YNP, USA
View taken from behind of a coyote (Canis latrans) standing in the grass looking back over its shoulder; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Lone coyote standing on a snowy landscape in winter, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
A coyote (Canis latrans) walking on the ice of the Yellowstone River listening for prey under the snowbanks, near Alum Creek in Hayden Valley; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

Brown Bear, Bavarian Forest National Park, Bavaria, Germany

George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron Byron, 1788 - 1824, aka Lord Byron. English nobleman, poet, peer, politician, and leading figure in the Romantic movement

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"Peer: A Glimpse into the Lives of Aristocracy and Legends" In this captivating collection of images, we delve into the world of peerage, where history intertwines with glamour and privilege. Starting off, we witness Major General Lord Cheylesmore proudly displaying his stamp collection - a testament to his refined taste and intellectual pursuits. Moving forward in time, we are transported to 1953, witnessing a momentous occasion as God crowns our beloved monarch with glory and righteousness. Lord Desborough stands tall beside his remaining son, Ivo Grenfell, exuding strength and resilience despite personal loss. Meanwhile, William Clive Bridgeman, the 1st Viscount Bridgeman, exudes an air of authority befitting his noble lineage. Love is in the air as we attend the enchanting wedding ceremony between the Duke of Westminster and Loelia Ponsonby. The grandeur is palpable as they embark on their journey together amidst cheers from adoring crowds. Sports enthusiasts will find delight in Lord Ninian Stuart's presence at a thrilling football match between Cardiff City. His passion for both leisurely pursuits and high society is evident throughout these snapshots. The Cowdray Polo Tournament of 1938 showcases not only exceptional horsemanship but also serves as a gathering ground for aristocrats who revel in friendly competition while adorned in their finest attire. Our journey takes us beyond reality as Peer Gynt invites us to join him in an enthralling Troll Dance - an ethereal experience that transports us to mythical realms filled with magic and wonder. Lady Swaythling graces our visual narrative with her elegance personified - a true embodiment of gracefulness within aristocratic circles. And let's not forget Marquess of Abergavenny immortalized by Vanity Fair's caricaturist "Ape, " capturing both his essence and wit effortlessly.