Underwriter Collection

The Underwriter Who Missed The Total Loss, by H. M. Bateman
The inside of Lloyds and the Lutine bell, which is rung to announce a total loss, one stroke for bad news and two for good. Date: 1933

LLOYDs OF LONDON, 1890. The Great Room of the English insurance company, at the Royal Exchange in London, England. Line engraving, English, 1890

LLOYDs OF LONDON, 1890. Members and employees at the English insurance company. Line engravings, English, 1890

LLOYDs OF LONDON, 1890. The Reading Room of Lloyds of London, the English insurance company, in the Royal Exchange. Line engraving, English, 1890

LLOYDs OF LONDON, 1824. Benjamin Bovill, an underwriter of Lloyds of London. After a print by Robert Dighton, 1824

Lloyds Underwriter examining a globe, 1886
Engraving showing a Lloyds of London insurance underwriter, closely examining a globe of the Earth, 1886

Lloyds insurance building and the Swiss Re Tower at night in London UK
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General offices of "Liberty Life", 1925. Creator: Unknown. General offices of "Liberty Life", 1925
General offices of "Liberty Life", 1925

Sketches at Lloyds (litho)
1596757 Sketches at Lloyds (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Lloyd s. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 October 1890)

Richard Bache, 1792-1793. Creator: John Hoppner
Richard Bache, 1792-1793

John Julius Angerstein, Esq. 1832. Creator: Edward Scriven
John Julius Angerstein, Esq. 1832. Portrait of John Julius Angerstein (1735-1823), English philanthropist, merchant and Lloyds underwriter

Lloyds New Building: The Underwriting Room, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Lloyds Room. 1927 - As Seen by a Punch Artist, (1928)
Lloyds Room. 1927 - As Seen by a Punch Artist, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

The Underwriting Room at Lloyds, with the Rostrum in the centre, 1936
The Underwriting Room at Lloyd s, with the Rostrum in the centre, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

The Underwriters Room at Lloyds, c1903. Artist: AJ Campbell & E Gray
The Underwriters Room at Lloyds, c1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1903-4, edited by William Gamble. [A. W. Penrose & Co. London, 1903-4]

Scene at Lloyds, London, 1877. Artist: William Bazett Murray
Scene at Lloyd s, London, 1877. From The Illustrated London News (20 January 1877)

John Julius Angerstein (1735-1823), English philanthropist and merchant, (1829). Artist: Scriven
John Julius Angerstein (1735-1823), English philanthropist, merchant, picture collector and Lloyds underwriter (1829). A prominent patron of the arts

Interior of Lloyds of London (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF365384 Interior of Lloyds of London (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Julius Angerstein (1735-1823) English philanthropist, merchant, Lloyds underwriter. His picture collection formed basis of the National Gallery. Engraving after portrait by Thomas Lawrence

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"The Underwriter: A Tale of Risk and Resilience in the World of Insurance" Step into the world of Lloyds of London, a renowned insurance company that has stood the test of time since 1890. In this captivating caption, we delve into the life and experiences of an underwriter - a key figure in assessing risks and determining coverage. Picture yourself in the Great Room at Lloyds, surrounded by line engravings depicting members and employees diligently working to protect their clients' interests. Among them is Benjamin Bovill, an esteemed underwriter whose expertise knows no bounds. His portrait by Robert Dighton captures his unwavering commitment to his craft. Intriguingly, another illustration showcases a Lloyds Underwriter examining a globe with utmost precision. This image symbolizes their meticulous nature as they leave no stone unturned when evaluating potential risks across vast territories. As night falls upon London's skyline, we witness the majestic presence of both Lloyds insurance building and the Swiss Re Tower standing tall against darkness. These architectural marvels serve as reminders that even amidst uncertainty, underwriters remain steadfast guardians for those seeking protection. The Reading Room at Lloyds provides solace for these diligent professionals who immerse themselves in knowledge to better understand emerging trends and anticipate future challenges. Sketches captured within its walls depict scenes from daily life at Lloyds – bustling activity intertwined with moments of contemplation. Delving further back in time, we encounter Richard Bache's portrait from 1792-1793; it serves as a testament to how long underwriters have played pivotal roles within insurance companies like Lloyds. Similarly, John Julius Angerstein's portraits remind us that dedication to risk assessment transcends generations. Fast forward to 1928 when Lloyds unveiled its New Building: The Underwriting Room became a hub where brilliant minds collaborated seamlessly amidst grandeur surroundings.