Alderman Of London Collection

City Justice, 1880. Artist: Spy
City Justice, 1880. Alderman Sir Robert Walter Carden, British banker, politician and magistrate. Carden (1801-1888) served as Lord Mayor of London from 1857-1858

The Industrious Prentice Alderman of London, the Idle One Brought Before Him & Impeached by his Accomplice: Industry and Idleness, plate 10, September 30, 1747

Mr. Alderman Brown, the newly elected chamberlain, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Mr. Alderman Brown, the newly elected chamberlain, 1844

An Alderman of the City of London in civic costume, 1805. He is dressed in long robes and holds a three-cornered hat

The C-r-l-e Column, 1821. Artist: John Baker
The C-r-l-e Column, 1821.Queen Caroline (depicted non-satirically) wearing Bergamis miniature stands on the columns summit

The Lord Mayor [Brass Crosby] and Alderman Oliver, imprisoned in the Tower of London, 1771. Crosby and Oliver clashed with Parliament over the publication of parliamentary debates

Satire, 1771. A satire relating to the imprisonment in the Tower of London of the Lord Mayor, Brass Crosby, and Alderman Oliver, titled Virtue disgraced and Vice Triumphant

Britannia congratulating the Lord Mayor of London, 1771. Artist: Bland
Britannia congratulating the Lord Mayor of London, 1771

Sir William Garrard, Lord Mayor 1555, c1568(?). Garrard held numerous offices including Alderman, Lord Mayor of London (1555-1556) and MP for the City. He was a livery man of the Haberdashers Company

Alderman John Boydell, 1801. Artist: Sir William Beechey
Alderman John Boydell, 1801. Boydell (1720-1804) was Alderman, Sheriff and Lord Mayor of London

Sir James Duke, Alderman of the City of London, 1868. Portrait of Duke, sitting with his right arm resting on a table and wearing fur-lined robes. He served as Lord Mayor of London in 1848

Turtle doves and turtle soup!!, 1822. Artist
Turtle doves and turtle soup!!, 1822. A scene on board the Royal Yacht. George IV is wearing Highland dress and kneeling at the feet of Lady Hell-fling-stone

The property tax for ever!!!, 1816. Artist
The property tax for ever!!!, 1816. A scene in the Guildhall. Alderman John Atkins is haranguing the audience on the matter of the income tax. Sir William Curtis is wearing sailors trousers

Benefits of a plentiful harvest, 1813. Artist
Benefits of a plentiful harvest, 1813. Lord Mayor Scholey sitting enthroned and pointing to a pair of scales where a loaf is much lighter than the prescribed weight

The Death of Boney by Sir Wm Biscuit!, 1809. Artist
The Death of Boney by Sir Wm Biscuit!, 1809

A peep into the Blue Coat School!!!!!!!!!, 1815. Artist
A peep into the Blue Coat School!!!!!!!!!, 1815. Showing a pig in military uniform (General Sir Eyre Coote) standing on its hind legs and being birched by three Christs Hospital boys

A civic louse in the state bed!!!, or the Corporation conglomorated!!, 1824. Artist
A civic louse in the state bed!!!, or the Corporation conglomorated!!, 1824. The City aldermen and Lord Mayor John Garratt examining an enormous louse on the Mansion House state bed

Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions... 1819. Artist
Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions, or the R-ts most gracious answer to both sides of the question at once, 1819

Mother Cole, 1821

Grand entrance to Bamboozl em, 1821. Queen Caroline and Alderman Matthew Wood heading a procession through the City, met by a group of Radical reformers

Humpty Dumpty sat on a Wall... 1821. Artist: Richard Dighton
Humpty Dumpty sat on a Wall... 1821. Alderman Wood lies in the mud outside Brandenburgh House

A late arrival at Mother Wood s, 1820

The exile restored... 1820
The exile restored or the spies, spawns & spewers of scurrility abuse & defamation set to work, 1820

Tomb of Lancelot Andrews in the Lady Chapel, St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, 1851. Lancelot Andrews (1555-1626) was the last Bishop of Winchester to live at Winchester House in Southwark

Tomb of Lancelot Andrews, St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, 1764. Lancelot Andrews (1555-1626) was the last Bishop of Winchester to live at Winchester House in Southwark

Monument to Alderman Richard Humble and family, St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, c1700. A fine altar tomb under a canopy, with the kneeling figures of the Alderman and his two wives behind him

Lord Mayors feast at Guildhall, 1786, no dinner - no ball, 1786. London aldermen around and on an empty table. Alluding to the death of Amelia, aunt of George III

Queen Carolines procession
Luciferas procession, Fairy-queen, 1821. Queen Caroline as Lucifera sitting in a coach made of objects which figured in the evidence against her

An old friend with a new face or the baron in disguise, 1821. A bison with the head of Bartolomeo Pergami is embraced by Queen Caroline

The man of the woods & the cat-o -mountain, 1821

Moments of pleasure, 1820. Queen Caroline, seated on a couch receives the news of the Bill of Pains and Penalties being dropped and Alderman Matthew Wood dances around in front of her

The secret insult! or bribery & corruption rejected!!!, 1820

Stewards Court of the Manor of Torre Devon, 1820. Artist
Stewards Court of the Manor of Torre Devon, 1820

Hunting a Mare, 1819. An ass, with the profile of Lord Mayor of London John Atkins, flees from Henry Hunt and a crowd of jeering followers

Smoak Jack the alarmist, extinguishing the second Great Fire of London (a la Gulliver)!!!, 1819

The civic chair - or - John Lumps progress in City honors, c1815

Weird sisters, preparing for the royal visit, 1830. Artist: Robert Seymour
Weird sisters, preparing for the royal visit, 1830

William Whetenhall, Sheriff of London 1440-1441, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

William Cantelowe, Sheriff of London 1448-1449, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Mercers Company

John Hatherle, Lord Mayor 1442-1443, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Ironmongers Company

Thomas Catteworth, Lord Mayor of London 1443-1444, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

Unidentified London alderman in aldermanic robes, c1450

Thomas Pomeroy, Prior of Holy Trinity, in aldermanic robes, c1450

Geoffrey Feldynge, Lord Mayor of London 1452-1453, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Mercers Company

Thomas Scott, Lord Mayor of London 1458-1459, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Drapers Company

John Sutton, Sheriff of London 1440-1441, in his aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Goldsmiths Company

Stephen Broun, Lord Mayor of London 1438-1439 and 1448-1449, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

John Gedney, Lord Mayor of London 1427-1428 and 1447-1448, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Drapers Company

Robert Clopton, Lord Mayor of London 1441-1442, in his aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Drapers Company

Thomas Chalton, Lord Mayor of London 1449-1450, in aldermanic robes, c1450. Artist
Thomas Chalton, Lord Mayor of London 1449-1450, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Mercers Company

Simon Eyre, Lord Mayor of London 1445-1446, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Drapers Company

Nicholas Wyfold, Lord Mayor of London 1450-1451, in aldermanic robes, c1450. Artist
Nicholas Wyfold, Lord Mayor of London 1450-1451, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

John Olney, Lord Mayor of London 1446-1447, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

Stephen Forster, Lord Mayor of London 1454-1455, in aldermanic robes, 1450. Artist
Stephen Forster, Lord Mayor of London 1454-1455, in aldermanic robes, c1450. He was also a member of the Fishmongers Company

Meeting in the Guildhall Council Chamber, City of London, 1750. The Lord Mayor, Court of Aldermen and Common Council in the Guildhall Council Chamber

Portrait of Alderman Oliver, 1771. Artist
Portrait of Alderman Oliver, 1771

Coat of arms of Alderman Henry Andrews, 1800. Artist
Coat of arms of Alderman Henry Andrews, 1800. From a window of the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Less, City of London

View of the Lord Mayor and court of Aldermen, depicted in 1681, (c1950)
View of the Lord Mayor and court of Aldermen, depicted in 1681 (c1950)

City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. Artist: John Henry Frederick Bacon
The City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. They are assembled in Guildhall on their return from South Africa, October 29, 1900

Alderman William Lawrence, Sherif, c1849. Artist: Alfred Edward Emslie
Alderman William Lawrence, Sherif, c1849. He is shown seated, in ceremonial costume with his hands resting on his legs

A serio comic extravaganza... 1820. George IV seems to be dismissing a petition from the Lord Mayor, John Thomas Thorp, introduced by Alderman Matthew Wood (?)

The Unexpected Visit or more free than welcome, 1820

Fracas Royal Extraordinaire, 1820. Artist: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
Fracas Royal Extraordinaire, 1820. The Duke of York punching King George IV in the face, watched by Queen Caroline, Alderman Matthew Wood and others. With satirical verses beneath

Queen Caroline and Mrs Wood, 1820. Brandenburgh House theatricals, a Wood scene in a new farce now performing with the greatest eclat at the Hammersmith theatre

The City carriers, 1769. a procession consisting of City officials approaches the entrance to St Jamess Palace in order to present the Petition of the Livery

Jack Ketch executing sentence on a culprit, 1832. Artist
Jack Ketch executing sentence on a culprit, 1832. A hangman pulls at a rope secured around the neck of a bust of the Duke of Wellington; John Key, Matthew Wood and Robert Waithman cheer him

The Etymology of Alderman, 1809. Two boys showing their father the carving of an alderman they have made from wood

Locum Tenens, the celebrated Hunter, 1830. A donkey in aldermanic costume sitting astride a horse

Edward VI signing a charter giving Bridewell to the City of London for a workhouse, 1552 (1750). The king is surrounded by the Lord Mayor, Sir George Barnes and Aldermen of the City of London

Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate X, 1747. Artist: William Hogarth
Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate X, 1747

The new council chamber Guildhall, City of London, 1886. Artist: W Griggs
The new council chamber Guildhall, City of London, 1886. Sir Horace Jones was the architect

Council Chamber, Guildhall, City of London, 1886. Artist: William Griggs
Council Chamber, Guildhall, City of London, 1886. A print from Guildhall of the City of London: Its History and Associations, Corporation of the City of London, 1886

The Lord Mayor and the Court of Aldermen, London, 1681 (1894). Frontispiece to Thomas de Launes Present State of London, 1681

Common Council Chamber, Guildhall, City of London, 1886. Artist: William Griggs
Common Council Chamber, Guildhall, City of London, 1886. A print from Guildhall of the City of London: Its History and Associations, Corporation of the City of London, 1886

The York Reverence or City Loyalty, Amply Rewarded, 1796. Frederick, Duke of York (1763-1821) and his wife Frederica, Duchess of York (1767-1820)

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EDITORS COMMENTS

"The Alderman of London: Guardians of Justice and Tradition" In the bustling streets of London, a group of esteemed individuals known as the Aldermen have played a pivotal role in shaping the city's history. With their distinctive civic costumes and unwavering commitment to justice, these figures have left an indelible mark on society. Dating back to 1805, an engraving depicts an Alderman adorned in his traditional regalia. This image serves as a reminder of the rich heritage that these individuals carry with them. Their attire symbolizes not only their status but also their dedication to upholding law and order within the City. One such notable figure is Edward Backwell, whose portrait from 1880 showcases his influential role as a City Justice during that era. Backwell's legacy lives on through this artwork, serving as inspiration for future generations who seek to follow in his footsteps. The industrious Prentice Alderman depicted in another piece highlights the importance placed upon hard work and diligence within this esteemed position. Conversely, we are reminded of those who failed to live up to these standards when witnessing Mr. Alderman Brown being brought before justice after his election in 1844. Throughout history, there have been instances where even the most powerful figures faced adversity. The imprisonment of Lord Mayor Brass Crosby and Alderman Oliver in the Tower of London during 1771 stands as a testament to their unwavering principles amidst political turmoil. However, it is not all trials and tribulations for these guardians of justice; they are also celebrated by Britannia herself. In Bland's artwork from 1771 titled "Britannia congratulating the Lord Mayor, " we witness how even national personifications recognize and acknowledge their vital contributions. The significance attached to this prestigious title can be traced back centuries ago with Sir William Garrard's portrayal as Lord Mayor in 1555. His depiction captures both power and authority while emphasizing continuity and tradition.