British Consulate Collection

Waterfront at Muscat, 1925 (b/w photo)
3557410 Waterfront at Muscat, 1925 (b/w photo) by Eccles, G.J. (d.1929); Royal Society for Asian Affairs, London, UK; (add.info.: Capt. G.J)

View of the British Consulate, Canton, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the British Consulate, Canton, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

The British Consular Yamun, Canton, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
The British Consular Yamun, Canton, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xvii from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

Return of the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Sketches from Zanzibar (engraving)
1626719 Return of the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Sketches from Zanzibar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Return of the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition)

British Consulate in Samoa (engraving)
1626307 British Consulate in Samoa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Consulate in Samoa)

View of the Town from the British Consulate, Mocambique (engraving)
1038999 View of the Town from the British Consulate, Mocambique (engraving) by Johnston, Harry Hamilton (1858-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of the Town of Mocambique from the British Consulate (engraving)
1038990 View of the Town of Mocambique from the British Consulate (engraving) by Johnston, Harry Hamilton (1858-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Crisis in Constantinople, Armenian Refugees on Board the SS "Douro"(b / w photo)
1051005 The Crisis in Constantinople, Armenian Refugees on Board the SS " Douro" (b/w photo) by English photographer

The Bombardment of Zanzibar (b / w photo)
1050937 The Bombardment of Zanzibar (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bombardment of Zanzibar)

The War in the East, with the Turks, the Bombardment of Rustchuk (engraving)
1049565 The War in the East, with the Turks, the Bombardment of Rustchuk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East, with the Turks)

Sketches in China (engraving)
1105267 Sketches in China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in China)

Sketches of China (engraving)
1615090 Sketches of China (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 January 1898)

An Episode in the Graeco-Turkish War, Consul Merlins Wife hoisting the Communication Signal from the Roof of
1597486 An Episode in the Graeco-Turkish War, Consul Merlins Wife hoisting the Communication Signal from the Roof of the British Consulate at Volo (engraving) by Wright

The Anti-European Riots in China (engraving)
1591969 The Anti-European Riots in China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Anti-European Riots in China)

Admiral Kings Visit to the King of Siam at Bangkok (engraving)
1610621 Admiral Kings Visit to the King of Siam at Bangkok (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiral Kings Visit to the King of Siam at Bangkok)

The Turkish Crisis, the British Consulate at Constantinople Two Days after the First Rush of Armenians for Protection
1605860 The Turkish Crisis, the British Consulate at Constantinople Two Days after the First Rush of Armenians for Protection (engraving) by English School

Chin-Kiang, in China (engraving)
1626389 Chin-Kiang, in China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chin-Kiang, in China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 April 1889)

The late Events at Tahiti (engraving)
1625020 The late Events at Tahiti (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Events at Tahiti)

The Hongs at Canton, before the Late Fire (engraving)
1101024 The Hongs at Canton, before the Late Fire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hongs at Canton, before the Late Fire)

Views in Jeddah, the Scene of the Recent Outbreak (litho)
1039193 Views in Jeddah, the Scene of the Recent Outbreak (litho) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views in Jeddah, the Scene of the Recent Outbreak)

Religious Intolerance in Greece, Attack on the Protestant Church in Athens (engraving)
1056006 Religious Intolerance in Greece, Attack on the Protestant Church in Athens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Religious Intolerance in Greece)

The Tonkin Expedition, Notes at Saigon, the Capital of the French Colony of Lower Cochin China (engraving)
1044222 The Tonkin Expedition, Notes at Saigon, the Capital of the French Colony of Lower Cochin China (engraving) by English School

The Czars Tour (engraving)
1605850 The Czars Tour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Czars Tour. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 October 1896)

The Burning of Greytown (engraving)
1607651 The Burning of Greytown (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of Greytown. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 August 1854)

British Troops in Korea, with the Marines at Seoul (engraving)
1615357 British Troops in Korea, with the Marines at Seoul (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Troops in Korea, with the Marines at Seoul)

Harbour of Nangasaki (engraving)
3654253 Harbour of Nangasaki (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harbour of Nangasaki)

Sketches in Corea (engraving)
1627017 Sketches in Corea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Corea. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 May 1890)

The French War in China, View of the City of Foochow, from the British Consulate (engraving)
1622746 The French War in China, View of the City of Foochow, from the British Consulate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French War in China)

The People of Egypt (engraving)
1622066 The People of Egypt (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The People of Egypt)

Shangany, the European Quarter of Zanzibar (engraving)
1099107 Shangany, the European Quarter of Zanzibar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shangany, the European Quarter of Zanzibar)

Scenes in Samoa during the Recent Disturbances (b / w photo)
1598560 Scenes in Samoa during the Recent Disturbances (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes in Samoa during the Recent Disturbances)

The French in Madagascar, Plan of Tamatave, showing the Amount of Property owned by Different Nations (engraving)
1044534 The French in Madagascar, Plan of Tamatave, showing the Amount of Property owned by Different Nations (engraving) by English School

The Czars Coronation (litho)
1042186 The Czars Coronation (litho) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Czars Coronation)

The Bombardment of Omoa (engraving)
1621040 The Bombardment of Omoa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bombardment of Omoa. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 November 1873)

The Town and Harbour of Suez (engraving)
1588163 The Town and Harbour of Suez (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Town and Harbour of Suez)

Sketches of Nicaragua (engraving)
1587588 Sketches of Nicaragua (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Nicaragua. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 June 1857)

View in Canton, 1900. The British Consulate. Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria by Robert Wilson, (1900)

Source Size = 3826 x 2543
Egypt; Alexandria, Defence Preparations at the Waterworks: Steam Jets Outside the Boiler Room (Left); Alexandria, Telephone on Board H.M.s

The French in Madagascar, Plan of Tamatave, Showing the Amount of Property Owned
THE FRENCH IN MADAGASCAR, PLAN OF TAMATAVE, SHOWING THE AMOUNT OF PROPERTY OWNED BY DIFFERENT NATIONS, 1883: 1. Site of the Hova Garrison Town. 2. Principal Hova Fort. 3. Mr. Shaws Compound. 4

The Tonkin Expedition, Notes at Saigon, the Capital of the French Colony of Lower Cochin China
THE TONKIN EXPEDITION, NOTES AT SAIGON, THE CAPITAL OF THE FRENCH COLONY OF LOWER COCHIN CHINA: 1. An Annamese House Servant and Messenger. 2. An Annamese Private Servant. 3

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the British Consulate across Continents" Step back in time and embark on a captivating journey as we delve into the historical significance of various British Consulates around the world. From waterfronts to bustling towns, these consulates have witnessed pivotal moments in history, leaving an indelible mark on their surroundings. Transporting us to Muscat in 1925, a black and white photograph captures the majestic waterfront where the British Consulate stood proudly. Its presence symbolized diplomatic relations between Britain and Oman during this era. Venturing further back, an engraving from 1890 takes us to Rome, showcasing a different facet of diplomacy at play within its ancient walls. The British Consulate served as a hub for cultural exchange and collaboration between Italy and Great Britain. Next stop is Canton in 1891, where James Grant's creation depicts the view of the British Consulate amidst vibrant streets. This consulate acted as a gateway for trade and negotiation between China and Britain during that period. Traveling even further back in time to 1868, John Thomson's masterpiece reveals another aspect of history - The British Consular Yamun in Canton. It serves as a testament to Britain's influence during colonial times while highlighting intricate architectural details that adorned this significant establishment. Shifting our focus now to Zanzibar, sketches from an engraving illustrate scenes from the return of Emin Pasha Relief Expedition. These sketches not only showcase the resilience of explorers but also highlight how consulates played crucial roles in supporting such expeditions. Moving towards Samoa, we encounter yet another enchanting scene captured through an engraving - The British Consulate nestled amidst tropical beauty. Here it stands tall as a beacon of diplomacy bridging cultures across oceans. Our exploration continues with Mocambique; two engravings offer breathtaking views both from and towards the town from its respective consulate buildings. These images remind us how consulates acted as gateways to the world, fostering connections and facilitating trade.