Bobbies Collection

A London policeman, 1911
3785133 A London policeman, 1911; (add.info.: A London policeman, 1911. Shows a policeman stopping traffic to allow pedestrians to cross the road)

Study for Deserted - a Foundling (oil on canvas)
2956891 Study for Deserted - a Foundling (oil on canvas) by Holl, Frank (1845-88); 55.25x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The scene is Bankside, the London docks)

A London policeman, c.1911
3785135 A London policeman, c.1911; (add.info.: A London policeman, c.1911. Shows a policeman directing traffic. Illustration by Ernest Ibbetson, British artist: 1877-1959.); Lebrecht History

Excuse haste (colour litho)
3642851 Excuse haste (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Excuse haste. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Bobbies of the Queen by Eardley Turner and Maud Santley
Promotional music sheet for The Bobbies of the Queen music hall song of 1897 by Eardley Turner and Maud Santley. The artist shows Maud Santley in the title role

Policemen guarding Palace of Westminster with Big Ben Date: circa 1980s

The Arrest of the Boy, plate 4 from The Drunkards Children
STC103395 The Arrest of the Boy, plate 4 from The Drunkards Children, 1848 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Monkey Tricks (w / c on paper)
NCO403563 Monkey Tricks (w/c on paper) by English School; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English, out of copyright

Pop Group The Beatles 9th November 1963 Police hold back the screaming Beatles fans outside the Granada Cinema in East Ham

Two policemen march in step past Bury St Edmunds Abbey, Suffolk Date: 1988

Monaco policemen
Two uniformed policemen stand beneath a street lamp in Monaco. They wear bobbies helmets and smart spats. The ornate lamp casts a shadow on the white wall. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1989

Sir Robert Peel, 2Nd Baronet, 1788 To 1850. British Conservative Statesman, Twice Prime Minister Of The United Kingdom. From The Age We Live In, A History Of The Nineteenth Century

The Transit of Venus - Comic Postcard
A comic postcard depiting a rotund woman (a very classical frame!) being transported home from the pub by two stretcher-bearing Bobbies

Robert Peel (1788-1850) British statesman, arriving at House of Commons, January, 1846, being saluted by a member of the London police force which he reformed

A Nasal Reconaissance
Three British bobbies on the beat during WWI, attempt to lure a suspected German spy from his flat in Tottenham Court Road in London, by frying some delicious looking sausages beneath his window

Mounted Policeman
A mounted policeman on his horse, controlling the crowds with other policemen on foot, probably in a central London park perhaps Hyde Park

Police Profile
Two young British policemen, photographed in profile whilst on duty at a May Day rally

Police & Men about Town
Some young men-about-town are apprehended by a policeman. One of the men foolishly holds up his fists ready to fight, but the policeman is armed with a truncheon

PADEREWSKI PROTECTED
IGNACY JAN PADEREWSKI Police Protection for Pianists -Paderewski defended on stage from his over-enthusiastic fans!

Tonypandy Coal Strike
TONYPANDY COAL STRIKE A group of London police brought in to control the riots in Tonypandy, Rhondda

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"Bobbies: Guardians of Order and Symbols of British Culture" From the iconic oil painting "Study for Deserted - a Foundling" to the vibrant color litho titled "Excuse haste, " they have been immortalized in various forms of art throughout history. These dedicated policemen, known as bobbies, hold a special place in British society. In the captivating image called "The Bobbies of the Queen, " Eardley Turner and Maud Santley pay tribute to these brave officers who protect Her Majesty's Palace of Westminster with Big Ben towering behind them. Their presence ensures safety and order in one of Britain's most important landmarks. "The Arrest of the Boy, " plate 4 from The Drunkards Children series, showcases how bobbies play a crucial role in maintaining law and order even when dealing with challenging situations, and are pillars of justice, ensuring that everyone is held accountable for their actions. But it's not all seriousness for these guardians; they also know how to have fun. In the whimsical watercolor painting "Monkey Tricks, " we see a playful side as our beloved bobbies engage with mischievous monkeys on paper. It reminds us that beneath their authoritative uniforms lies an approachable human touch. Whether marching past Bury St Edmunds Abbey or patrolling Monaco streets, these men and women represent more than just law enforcement; they embody national pride. Even during Beatlemania on November 9th, 1963, police valiantly held back screaming fans to protect pop group The Beatles—a testament to their unwavering dedication, and is impossible to discuss bobbies without mentioning Sir Robert Peel—the visionary statesman who established London's Metropolitan Police Force in 1829. His reforms revolutionized policing worldwide and laid the foundation for modern law enforcement agencies across nations. Bobby culture extends beyond traditional roles too. Suffragette Ruthless Rhymes depict militant activists clashing with authorities while fighting for women's rights.