Charles Grey Collection

Charles, Second Earl Grey, British statesman, c1828 (1936). Premier 1830-1834, 1883. From William Ewart Gladstone and His Contemporaries, Vol. I, 1840-1854, by Thomas Archer, F.R.H.S

The Reform Bill, 1832 (c1850s). The Rt Hon Earl Grey introduced the Reform Act in Parliament in 1832. It was intended to make wide-ranging changes to the British electoral system

Grey Monument, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Portrait of Charles Grey
863584 Portrait of Charles Grey; (add.info.: Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey (1764-1845) English Whig (Liberal) politician, known as Lord Howick (1806-1807)

New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Creator: Unknown
New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Intended as a Frontispiece to the Satirical Poem of all the Talents'

Lord Gray, n.d. Creator: Benjamin Robert Haydon
Lord Gray, n.d

Fort Grey, Rocquaine Bay, Guernsey, Channel Islands

Earl Grey, British Whig politican and Prime Minister who introduced the Great Reform Act of 1832 (litho)
6032961 Earl Grey, British Whig politican and Prime Minister who introduced the Great Reform Act of 1832 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Grey)

Charles Grey, Earl Grey (engraving)
669624 Charles Grey, Earl Grey (engraving) by Phillips, Thomas (1770-1845) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Grey, Earl Grey)

Disciples catching the Mantle: the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal
NCO193135 Disciples catching the Mantle: the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Howick Hall, the seat of Charles Grey, Earl Grey, Premier (engraving)
5225948 Howick Hall, the seat of Charles Grey, Earl Grey, Premier (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Howick Hall, the seat of Charles Grey, Earl Grey)

Earl Grey (engraving)
811030 Earl Grey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Grey. Engraving after original portrait by John Jackson.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

The Late General Grey (engraving)
1057154 The Late General Grey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late General Grey)

Earl Grey, English Whigl statesman and Prime Minister (litho)
3639370 Earl Grey, English Whigl statesman and Prime Minister (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Grey (1764-1845)

Stealing off; - or - prudent Secession, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving)
2490625 Stealing off; - or - prudent Secession, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey
3782821 Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey by Romney, George (1734-1802); (add.info.: Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey by George Romney)

The Late General the Honourable C Grey (engraving)
1099492 The Late General the Honourable C Grey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late General the Honourable C Grey)

Earl Grey (engraving)
1101356 Earl Grey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Grey. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Earl Grey (engraving)
1101355 Earl Grey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Grey. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805. Creator: James Gillray
Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805

The Grey Column, Newcastle, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Grey Column, Newcastle, 1845. View of Greys Monument in Newcastle upon Tyne, erected in 1838. It was built in recognistion of Earl Greys passing of the Great Reform Act of 1832

The late Earl Grey, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The late Earl Grey, 1845. Portrait of British politician Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey who served as Prime Minister from November 1830 to July 1834

Earl Grey, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Earl Grey, 1845. Medallion portrait of British politician Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey who served as Prime Minister from November 1830 to July 1834

Military Rough-Riders Breaking an Unruly Animal, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
Military Rough-Riders Breaking an Unruly Animal, 1833. Chief Secretary for Ireland Edward Stanley, Prime Minister Charles Grey

Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. British politicians: Agad, here is the Police ; I shan t stir a peg ; I ll be off ; Then so shall I

A game of Political Shuttlecock, 1831. Creator: John Doyle
A game of Political Shuttlecock, 1831. Prime Minister Charles Grey: Keep it up B[rougham] _ I d never be able to play the Game without you

The Modern Antaeus, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
The Modern Antaeus, 1833. John Wilson Croker; Prime Minister Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey as Antaeus from Greek mythology, standing on the word Reform ; Henry Pelham Pelham-Clinton

Gratitude, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Gratitude, 1834. Lord Chancellor Henry Brougham thinks: (He offered me the Attorney Generalship, I must now do something for him.) He then says to former prime minister Charles Grey

Grey Street, Newcastle-on-Tyne, c1890. Creator: Unknown
Grey Street, Newcastle-on-Tyne, c1890. From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol. V." [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, c1890]

A Poney Race for a Saddle (a Seat) at Cambridge, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
A Poney Race for a Saddle (a Seat) at Cambridge, 1834. Satirical scene showing British politicians as horses and jockeys in a race: Leader of the Whigs Charles Grey

Fiddlestick versus broomstick, 1831. Paganini standing on a chair with a fiddle in one hand and bow in the other. Around the table sit John Key (Lord Mayor of London), Henry Brougham

Stealing off; - or - prudent Secession, 1798
Stealing off; - or - prudent Secession, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving)

A Game at Chess: Lord Grey Playing William IV, 1948. Artist: John Doyle
A Game at Chess: Lord Grey Playing William IV, 1948. From British Chess, by Kenneth Matthews. [Collins, London, 1948]

Lord Grey, c1882

King William IV, Lord Henry Brougham and Lord Charles Grey, 1832. Artist: F Wentworth
King William IV, Lord Henry Brougham and Lord Charles Grey, 1832. On 7th May 1832, Prime Minister Grey and Henry Brougham met the king

Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey, British Whig statesman and Prime Minister, (1893). Artist: W Roffe
Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey, British Whig statesman and Prime Minister, (1893). Earl Grey (1764-1845) served as Prime Minister from 1830-1834

Drawings Prints, Print, Dispersion Thimble Rig, HB Sketches, No. 330, Subject, Publisher
Drawings and Prints, Print, Dispersion of the Thimble Rig, HB Sketches, No. 330, Subject, Subject, Subject, Subject, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Subject, William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne

Drawings Prints, Print, Thimble Rig, Scene Derby, HB Sketches, No. 329, Subject, Publisher
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Thimble Rig: A Scene from the Derby, HB Sketches, No. 329, Subject, Subject, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Subject, John Charles Spencer, 3rd Earl Spencer

Portrait of Earl Grey (1764-1845) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF142408 Portrait of Earl Grey (1764-1845) (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Uncorking Old Sherry, 1805 (hand-coloured etching)
XOS1766184 Uncorking Old Sherry, 1805 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Charles Grey, also known as the Second Earl Grey, was a prominent British statesman during the early 19th century. Born around 1828 and passing away in 1936, he played a significant role in shaping British politics and society. One of his notable achievements was his involvement in The Reform Bill of 1832. This landmark legislation aimed to bring about political reform by expanding voting rights and reducing corruption within the electoral system. Its impact lasted well into the mid-19th century. To commemorate his contributions, there stands the impressive Grey Monument in Newcastle upon Tyne, located in Tyne and Wear, England. This monument serves as a reminder of Earl Grey's influence on British politics and is an iconic symbol of his legacy. Beyond mainland Britain, Fort Grey can be found nestled within Rocquaine Bay on Guernsey Island in the Channel Islands. This fortification bears Charles Grey's name and represents his connection to this picturesque part of Europe. As a testament to his political prowess, Charles Grey served as Prime Minister from 1830 to 1834. During this time, he introduced the Great Reform Act of 1832 which brought about significant changes to electoral representation and paved the way for further democratic reforms. Earl Grey was not only known for his political accomplishments but also for being a member of the Whig party - one that advocated for progressive policies during its time. His dedication to advancing social change earned him respect among both supporters and adversaries alike. The spirit of progress seemed to follow Charles throughout various aspects of his life. Howick Hall stood proudly as his residence - serving as both a symbol of power and progressiveness during that era. Even after leaving office, Earl Grey continued to make an impact through engravings depicting him alongside other influential figures such as priests catching "the mantle" or embodying darkness overshadowing those who opposed reformist ideals.