Civil Service Collection

Marmottes administratives. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
3101415 Marmottes administratives. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marmottes administratives)

President Cleveland handing a paper to Henry Pearson, 1885
1576745 President Cleveland handing a paper to Henry Pearson, 1885; (add.info.: Consistent civil service reform' President Cleveland handing a paper that states "Re-appointment for Honesty)

President Cleveland standing behind a wall of flames, 1885
1576762 President Cleveland standing behind a wall of flames, 1885; (add.info.: Our government farm. President Cleveland finds an effectual protection against the twenty-five-year locusts')

Satirical representation of different political pathways, 1885
1576743 Satirical representation of different political pathways, 1885; (add.info.: Two political paths' Evarts, Reid, Robeson, Logan, Blaine and William W)

President Cleveland as Cardinal Richelieu, 1885
1576744 President Cleveland as Cardinal Richelieu, 1885; (add.info.: Richelieu's defiance' President Cleveland as Cardinal Richelieu embracing a young woman labelled "Civil Service")

The Writers Buildings, Calcutta (image 3 of 3), 1812. Creators: Thomas Daniell, William Daniell
The Writers Buildings, Calcutta (image 3 of 3), 1812. Series: Oriental Scenery; Edition: Quarto Prints

Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creator: Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889

Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889

Formerly a sociology major at the University of Southern California... Corpus Christi, Texas, 1942
Formerly a sociology major at the University of Southern California, Mrs. Eloise J. Ellis (right) now " keeps em flyin " at the Naval Air Base, Corpus Christi, Texas

John Maynard Keynes (b / w photo)
6008218 John Maynard Keynes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Maynard Keynes)

No Surrender;U. S. G. "I am Determined to Enforce those Regulations"
1078629 No Surrender; U.S.G. " I am Determined to Enforce those Regulations", 1872 (wood engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Challenge Cup presented to the 21st Middlesex (Civil Service) Rifle Volunteers by the Prince of Wales
1102897 Challenge Cup presented to the 21st Middlesex (Civil Service) Rifle Volunteers by the Prince of Wales, Honorary Colonel of the Regiment (engraving) by English School

The Volunteer Manoeuvres, with the Aldershot Contingent (b / w photo)
1615461 The Volunteer Manoeuvres, with the Aldershot Contingent (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volunteer Manoeuvres)

Scene depicting a Chinese imperial official at home seated with his wife (gouache on silk
CHT265540 Scene depicting a Chinese imperial official at home seated with his wife (gouache on silk) by Chinese School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Uniforms of Metropolitan Rifle Volunteer Corps (engraving)
2772899 New Uniforms of Metropolitan Rifle Volunteer Corps (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Uniforms of Metropolitan Rifle Volunteer Corps)

Summer Habit of a Chinese Mandarin in 1700 (engraving)
3640483 Summer Habit of a Chinese Mandarin in 1700 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Summer Habit of a Chinese Mandarin in 1700)

Metropolitan Rifle Corps in Hyde Park (chromolitho)
1612658 Metropolitan Rifle Corps in Hyde Park (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Metropolitan Rifle Corps in Hyde Park)

Athletic Sports of Members of the Civil Service at Beaufort House, Walham Green (engraving)
1610305 Athletic Sports of Members of the Civil Service at Beaufort House, Walham Green (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Winter Habit of a Chinese Mandarin in 1700 (engraving)
3640484 Winter Habit of a Chinese Mandarin in 1700 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winter Habit of a Chinese Mandarin in 1700)

The Foreign Office from St Jamess Park (engraving)
979426 The Foreign Office from St Jamess Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Foreign Office from St Jamess Park, London)

Tax collector, Germany (chromolitho)
972256 Tax collector, Germany (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tax collector, GermanyEducational card)

State officers of the 15th Century (coloured engraving)
972953 State officers of the 15th Century (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: State officers of the 15th Century)

Courtiers and state officers of the 15th Century (coloured engraving)
972952 Courtiers and state officers of the 15th Century (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Courtiers and state officers of the 15th Century)

The Volunteers in 1887 (engraving)
1046431 The Volunteers in 1887 (engraving) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volunteers in 1887, a Group of Men of Representative Corps)

The Treasury in St Jamess Park and the Admiralty near Whitehall, Westminster (engraving)
983887 The Treasury in St Jamess Park and the Admiralty near Whitehall, Westminster (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Eric, Geddes, 1926 (colour litho)
473548 Sir Eric, Geddes, 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Civil Servant, illustration from L Assiette au Beurre
CHT215477 The Civil Servant, illustration from L Assiette au Beurre, November 1906 (litho) (b/w photo) by Malteste, Louis (1862-1928); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Museums and Art Galleries in London used to house government departments during World War I (b / w photo)
6015412 Museums and Art Galleries in London used to house government departments during World War I (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Easter Volunteer Manoeuvres (engraving)
1622492 The Easter Volunteer Manoeuvres (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Easter Volunteer Manoeuvres)

Sketches in Russia, Popular Life and Manners (engraving)
1613895 Sketches in Russia, Popular Life and Manners (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Russia, Popular Life and Manners)

The Tax Collectors (engraving)
972462 The Tax Collectors (engraving) by Massys or Matsys, Quentin (c.1466-1530); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tax Collectors. Illustration for Galerie de Peintres by M Chabert (Paris, 1834)

Applicants for new ration books and clothing cards at Bath Lane School, Newcastle, to-day. 18th May 1942

CPSA president Kate Losinska at the High Court. Losinska claims that she is being wrongly punished by her executive over publication of her views of left wing tactics in the union movement

Civil Service class for male students, Hammersmith Commercial Institute, London, 1913

Peaceful demonstration regarding the treatment of British ex-servicemen, 1923. Artist
Peaceful demonstration regarding the treatment of British ex-servicemen, 1923. They hold placards protesting at the sacking of over 3000 civil servants who were former members of the armed services

Rules of the Civil Service Club, c1953. A book containg the rules of the Civil Service Club. The Civil Service Club is a London social club, founded in 1953

The Foreign Office, Westminster, London, c1850 (1878). The Foreign Office building, designed by George Gilbert Scott (1811-1878) and completed in 1868

Preparing publications for the press, Patent Office, London, c1903 (1903)
Preparing publications for the press, Patent Office, Southampton Buildings, Chancery Lane, London, c1903 (1903). From Living London, Vol. III, by George R. Sims

A blank invitation to a Civil Service Volunteer Rifles function, c19th century. The Prince of Wales Own Civil Service Rifles were an infantry regiment of the Volunteer Force

Bust of a Lictor, Roman, early 2nd century. Lictors were a class of Roman civil servant, effectively bodyguards for magistrates. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Thomas Nast cartoon about government corruption, 1877
To the victor belong the spoils, a satire on civil service, showing Andrew Jackson statue riding a hog, 1877. Hand-colored woodcut of a Thomas Nast cartoon

Officials of several Chinese cities compose essays designed to demonstrate their knowledge of Confucian texts
CHINA: CONFUCIAN SCHOLARS. Officials of several Chinese cities compose essays designed to demonstrate their knowledge of Confucian texts, at the court of T ang emperor Ming Huang (712-756)

CLEVELAND CARTOON, 1884. President-elect Grover Cleveland, the Hercules of civil service reform, opposing the Tammany tiger of patronage. American cartoon, 1884, by Thomas Nast

Halt! President Rutherford B. Hayes bars influence peddlers from entering U. S. Civil Service. American cartoon by C
CARTOON: CIVIL SERVICE. Halt! President Rutherford B. Hayes bars influence peddlers from entering U.S. Civil Service. American cartoon by C.S. Reinhart, 1877

The Sign of the Times. Cartoon, 1885, by Thomas Nast on the arrival in Washington of newly inaugurated President Grover
GROVER CLEVELAND CARTOON. The Sign of the Times. Cartoon, 1885, by Thomas Nast on the arrival in Washington of newly inaugurated President Grover Cleveland

Cleveland Cartoon, 1884
CLEVELAND CARTOON, 1884. President-elect Grover Cleveland, the Hercules of civil service reform, opposing the Tammany tiger of patronage. American cartoon, 1884, by Thomas Nast

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1884. The Sacred Elephant. The artist presents the Republican elephant decked out in Indian finery. Cartoon by Thomas Nast from an American newspaper of spring 1884

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"Civil Service: A Glimpse into the Administrative World" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world through captivating illustrations and photographs. From Marmottes administratives to John Maynard Keynes, these hints offer a diverse range of insights into this essential sector. In 1906, Le Pele-Mele featured an enchanting colour lithograph titled "Marmottes administratives, " showcasing the administrative marmots diligently at work. This whimsical illustration reminds us that even in serious matters, there is room for creativity and imagination. Howard Hollem's photograph from Corpus Christi, Texas in 1942 introduces us to a former sociology major turned civil servant. It highlights how individuals from various academic backgrounds contribute their unique perspectives to public administration. Speaking of academia, John Maynard Keynes makes an appearance with his black-and-white portrait. Known as one of the most influential economists of all time, he also served as a civil servant during his illustrious career. "No Surrender; U. S. G. 'I am Determined to Enforce those Regulations'" captures the unwavering dedication of civil servants towards upholding rules and regulations for the greater good. Their commitment ensures fairness and justice prevail within society. The Challenge Cup presented by Prince of Wales to the 21st Middlesex (Civil Service) Rifle Volunteers showcases the close ties between royalty and civil service. Such honors recognize their invaluable contributions to national security throughout history. Transporting us across continents, we find ourselves observing a Chinese imperial official at home with his wife depicted in gouache on silk. This scene offers a glimpse into another culture's bureaucratic system while emphasizing that civil service transcends borders. Uniforms play an important role in distinguishing members of different volunteer corps within civil service organizations. An engraving depicting new uniforms worn by Metropolitan Rifle Volunteer Corps sheds light on their sense of identity and pride. Hyde Park becomes alive with activity as we witness the Metropolitan Rifle Corps in action through a vibrant chromolithograph.