British Ambassador Collection

The Anglo-American Arbitration Treaty, the Signatories, Sir Julian Pauncefote, British Ambassador
1597086 The Anglo-American Arbitration Treaty, the Signatories, Sir Julian Pauncefote, British Ambassador, and the Honourable Richard Olney, American Secretary of State (litho) by Begg

Anglo-American Arbitration, Sir Julian Pauncefote, British Ambassador to the United States, and Mr Olney
1597149 Anglo-American Arbitration, Sir Julian Pauncefote, British Ambassador to the United States, and Mr Olney, American Secretary of State, signing the Treaty (litho) by Begg

The Sultan of Turkey at Home, Abdul Hamid entertaining the British Ambassador at Dinner at Yildiz Kiosk (litho)
1051331 The Sultan of Turkey at Home, Abdul Hamid entertaining the British Ambassador at Dinner at Yildiz Kiosk (litho) by Paget

The Ambassadors at Constantinople (b / w photo)
1605999 The Ambassadors at Constantinople (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ambassadors at Constantinople)

Representatives of the British Power in China (b / w photo)
1599758 Representatives of the British Power in China (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Representatives of the British Power in China)

The Retiring British Ambassador at Rome, His Excellency Lord Currie (b / w photo)
1601392 The Retiring British Ambassador at Rome, His Excellency Lord Currie (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement, Turkish Commerce and the British Ambassador at Constantinople (engraving)
1605267 Advertisement, Turkish Commerce and the British Ambassador at Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement)

The British Embassy, Paris (b / w photo)
1606608 The British Embassy, Paris (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Embassy, Paris)

The American Centennial Exhibition (engraving)
1059322 The American Centennial Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The American Centennial Exhibition)

The Audience given by the Empress-Dowager and the Emperor of China to the Wives of the Foreign Ministers at Peking
1598619 The Audience given by the Empress-Dowager and the Emperor of China to the Wives of the Foreign Ministers at Peking, on 13 December (litho) by Wright

Sir Edmund Monson, the New British Ambassador to the French Republic (b / w photo)
1605721 Sir Edmund Monson, the New British Ambassador to the French Republic (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Edmund Monson)

The King and Queen of Italy in Sardinia, a Royal Visit to HMS "Majestic"(litho)
1051800 The King and Queen of Italy in Sardinia, a Royal Visit to HMS " Majestic" (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Late Lord Vivian, GCMG, CB (engraving)
1063119 The Late Lord Vivian, GCMG, CB (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Lord Vivian, GCMG, CB, British Ambassador to Rome)

The Right Honourable Sir Henry George Elliot, GCB (engraving)
1053808 The Right Honourable Sir Henry George Elliot, GCB (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Honourable Sir Henry George Elliot, GCB)

Meeting of the Ambassadors of the Great Powers at the French Embassy at Therapia, on the Bosphorus (engraving)
1053754 Meeting of the Ambassadors of the Great Powers at the French Embassy at Therapia, on the Bosphorus (engraving) by English School

The Late Sir Pierre Louis Cavagnari, CSI, KCB, VC (engraving)
1054143 The Late Sir Pierre Louis Cavagnari, CSI, KCB, VC (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Sir Pierre Louis Cavagnari, CSI, KCB, VC)

The Sultan receiving Sir Philip Currie, the British Ambassador, in Audience at the Palace of Yildiz (engraving)
1056919 The Sultan receiving Sir Philip Currie, the British Ambassador, in Audience at the Palace of Yildiz (engraving) by English School

The War in the East, Arrival of Mr Layard, the New British Ambassador, at Constantinople (engraving)
1059609 The War in the East, Arrival of Mr Layard, the New British Ambassador, at Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East)

The Right Honourable Sir Frank Cavendish Lascelles, GCMG, British Ambassador at Berlin (engraving)
1100252 The Right Honourable Sir Frank Cavendish Lascelles, GCMG, British Ambassador at Berlin (engraving) by English School

The Arbitration Treaty, Sir Julian Pauncefote in Washington (b / w photo)
1597096 The Arbitration Treaty, Sir Julian Pauncefote in Washington (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Arbitration Treaty)

Sir Nicolas O Conor, British Ambassador to the Russian Court (b / w photo)
1605175 Sir Nicolas O Conor, British Ambassador to the Russian Court (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Nicolas O Conor)

Sir Philip Currie, the British Ambassador, with Three Members of his Staff (b / w photo)
1056737 Sir Philip Currie, the British Ambassador, with Three Members of his Staff (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Philip Currie)

A Reception by Madame Carnot at the Elysee, Paris (engraving)
1062659 A Reception by Madame Carnot at the Elysee, Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Reception by Madame Carnot at the Elysee, Paris)

Lord Lyons (engraving)
1046360 Lord Lyons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Lyons, British Ambassador at Paris)

The Sultan of Turkey giving an Audience to the British Ambassador a Hundred Years ago (engraving)
1051240 The Sultan of Turkey giving an Audience to the British Ambassador a Hundred Years ago (engraving) by English School

The Marriage of Sir Philip Curries Stepdaughter in Constantinople (litho)
1056836 The Marriage of Sir Philip Curries Stepdaughter in Constantinople (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Constantinople Illustrated (engraving)
1055167 Constantinople Illustrated (engraving) by Wyllie, Charles William (1853-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Constantinople Illustrated)

The Late Sir Robert Morier (engraving)
1063215 The Late Sir Robert Morier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Sir Robert Morier, British Ambassador at St Petersburg)

Sir Philip Currie, British Ambassador at Constantinople (b / w photo)
1100417 Sir Philip Currie, British Ambassador at Constantinople (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Philip Currie)

Trionfi sugar sculptures Vulcan Neptune account
Trionfi or sugar sculptures of Vulcan and Neptune, An account of His Excellence Roger Earl of Castlemaines embassy: from His Sacred Majesty James the IId

Trionfi sugar sculptures personifying virtues
Trionfi or sugar sculptures personifying virtues, Raggvaglio della solenne comparsa, fatta in Roma gli otto di gennaio MDCLXXXVII

Trionfi sugar sculptures Cybele Juno Raggvaglio della
Trionfi or sugar sculptures of Cybele and Juno, Raggvaglio della solenne comparsa, fatta in Roma gli otto di gennaio MDCLXXXVII

Trionfi sugar sculptures Myrrha Daphne Raggvaglio della
Trionfi or sugar sculptures of Myrrha and Daphne, Raggvaglio della solenne comparsa, fatta in Roma gli otto di gennaio MDCLXXXVII

Centerpiece sugar sculpture personifying triumph
Centerpiece or sugar sculpture personifying the triumph of Catholicism in England, Raggvaglio della solenne comparsa, fatta in Roma gli otto di gennaio MDCLXXXVII

1765469; out of copyright

1765458; out of copyright

Lord Dufferin (1826-1902) Viceroy of India (b&w photo)
XZL149469 Lord Dufferin (1826-1902) Viceroy of India (b&w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1st Marquis of Dufferin and Ava; ); English, out of copyright

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"The British Ambassador: A Diplomatic Figure of Influence and Prestige" The role of the British Ambassador has played a significant part in shaping international relations throughout history. From the signing of important treaties to diplomatic visits, their presence has been instrumental in maintaining peace and fostering cooperation between nations. One such momentous occasion was the Anglo-American Arbitration Treaty, where Sir Julian Pauncefote, the esteemed British Ambassador to the United States, joined forces with Mr Richard Olney, American Secretary of State. This treaty not only solidified the bond between these two powerful nations but also paved the way for peaceful resolution of disputes through arbitration. Diplomatic encounters were not limited to Western countries alone; they extended far beyond borders. The Sultan of Turkey himself hosted a lavish dinner at Yildiz Kiosk, entertaining none other than the British Ambassador. This event showcased Britain's influence on global affairs and highlighted their ability to foster relationships even with distant powers. Constantinople also witnessed significant diplomatic interactions as ambassadors from various countries convened there. The Ambassadors at Constantinople captured an intriguing black-and-white photograph that depicted representatives from different nations coming together in pursuit of common goals. China too experienced Britain's strong presence through its ambassadors. Representatives of the British Power in China demonstrated how Britain exerted its influence on this vast nation across continents. As time passed, new faces assumed this prestigious position. Lord Currie bid farewell as he retired from his post as British Ambassador at Rome after years dedicated to strengthening bilateral ties between Italy and Britain. Advertisements showcasing Turkish commerce emphasized how crucial it was for trade relations to be nurtured by none other than the British Ambassador stationed at Constantinople. Paris became another hub for diplomacy where countless negotiations took place within the walls of The British Embassy Paris - a symbol representing both power and grace during times when France held great importance on Europe's political stage. Across oceans, America celebrated its centennial exhibition which attracted diplomats from around the world.