Devonshire House Collection

Queen Alexandra visits Devonshire house Queen Alexandra and Princess Victoria with some of the nurses 1 May 1919

Queen Alexandra at nurses bazaar and fete at Devonshire house 1 May 1919

The Grand Saloon at Devonshire House, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Grand Saloon at Devonshire House, [London], 1850. The Duke of Devonshire's guests included...the Duke of Cambridge, his Serene Highness Prince Edward of Saxe- Weimar

Grand Ball at Devonshire House, on Tuesday, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Grand Ball at Devonshire House, on Tuesday, 1850. London society party:..upwards of eight hundred of the highest members of the aristocracy having assembled within its gorgeous saloons

Grand Ball at Devonshire House, on Tuesday (engraving)
1612162 Grand Ball at Devonshire House, on Tuesday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Ball at Devonshire House, on Tuesday)

Devonshire House (b / w photo)
3092059 Devonshire House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Devonshire House)

The Queen and the Imperial Yeomanry Hospitals, Presentation of Medals at Devonshire House (litho)
1040638 The Queen and the Imperial Yeomanry Hospitals, Presentation of Medals at Devonshire House (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Devonshire House, about 1800 (engraving)
3636738 Devonshire House, about 1800 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Devonshire House, about 1800)

Amateur Performance of Sir Edward Bulwer Lyttons New Comedy, before Her Majesty and Prince Albert at Devonshire House
1625622 Amateur Performance of Sir Edward Bulwer Lyttons New Comedy, before Her Majesty and Prince Albert at Devonshire House (engraving) by English School

The Saloon, Devonshire House (w / c on paper)
621524 The Saloon, Devonshire House (w/c on paper) by Hunt, William Henry (1790-1864); 25.3x30.5 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: The house)

Old Devonshire House, Piccadilly, demolished in 1924; Building operations in progress on the site of Devonshire House
5990637 Old Devonshire House, Piccadilly, demolished in 1924; Building operations in progress on the site of Devonshire House grounds in 1925 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Old Piccadilly, showing the Walsingham House and the Bath Hotel; New Piccadilly
5990636 Old Piccadilly, showing the Walsingham House and the Bath Hotel; New Piccadilly, showing the Ritz Hotel and Devonshire House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Ballroom at Devonshire House (b / w photo)
5209157 The Ballroom at Devonshire House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ballroom at Devonshire House)

Demolishing Devonshire House (litho)
3622749 Demolishing Devonshire House (litho) by Nixon, Job (1891-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Demolishing Devonshire House)

The new Devonshire House, Piccadilly (b / w photo)
3637699 The new Devonshire House, Piccadilly (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new Devonshire House, Piccadilly)

Piccadilly and Devonshire House, London (etching)
583257 Piccadilly and Devonshire House, London (etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Piccadilly and Devonshire House)

The Grand Saloon at Devonshire House (engraving)
1612144 The Grand Saloon at Devonshire House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand Saloon at Devonshire House)

Post-Coronation Incidents, Reviews and Decorations by the King and Queen (b / w photo)
1600892 Post-Coronation Incidents, Reviews and Decorations by the King and Queen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Post-Coronation Incidents)

Inauguration of the Duke of Devonshire as Chancellor of Cambridge University
1620096 Inauguration of the Duke of Devonshire as Chancellor of Cambridge University, the Procession in the Courtyard of Devonshire House (engraving) by English School

Devonshire House, 1843, north front (engraving)
3628123 Devonshire House, 1843, north front (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Devonshire House, 1843, north front)

The Duke of Devonshires house, Piccadilly, London (b / w photo)
5996785 The Duke of Devonshires house, Piccadilly, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of Devonshires house, Piccadilly, London)

The Duke and Duchess of York, the future King George V and Queen Mary, in Elizabethan costume at a ball at Devonshire
5229479 The Duke and Duchess of York, the future King George V and Queen Mary, in Elizabethan costume at a ball at Devonshire House, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A Gaming Table at Devonshire House, 1791. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Gaming Table at Devonshire House, 1791

Mountain Mass of Masonry on the West Ends Most Valuable Site, c1935. Creator: Joel
Mountain Mass of Masonry on the West Ends Most Valuable Site, c1935. Block of flats named Devonshire House, built on the site of the old Devonshire House which was demolished in 1924

Demolishing Devonshire House, 1927. Creator: William Walcot
Demolishing Devonshire House, 1927. From " Disappearing London", by E. Beresford Chancellor, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [" The Studio" Limited, London, 1927]

The Ballroom, Devonshire House, London, 1894. Creator: Unknown
The Ballroom, Devonshire House, Berkeley Street, London, 1894. Palladian town house refurbished c1740, to designs by William Kent

Devonshire House, Berkeley Street, London, c1910-1929(?). A print from the Thrupp and Maberly Ltds coachbuilding handbook

The ballroom, Devonshire House, 1908. Artist: J Russell & Sons
The ballroom, Devonshire House, 1908. A photograph from The Private Palaces of London by E Beresford Chancellor, (Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner and Co, London, 1908)

Gaming Table Devonshire House 1791 Pen ink watercolor
Artokoloro

LONDON: PRIVATE THEATER. Amateur performance of Sir Edward Bulwer Lyttons new comedy, before her majesty and Prince Albert, at Devonshire House, London, England. Wood engraving, 1851

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"Devonshire House: A Royal Retreat and Historic Landmark" Step into the grandeur of Devonshire House, a place steeped in history and regal elegance. This magnificent residence has witnessed countless royal visits, glamorous balls, and charitable events that have left an indelible mark on its walls. One such memorable occasion was when Queen Alexandra graced Devonshire House with her presence. The Queen's visit brought an air of majesty as she explored the exquisite rooms adorned with opulent furnishings. Princess Victoria accompanied her, adding to the allure of this remarkable event. In 1919, Devonshire House became a hub for philanthropy as it hosted a nurses bazaar and fete attended by none other than Queen Alexandra herself. This gathering showcased the compassion and dedication of these noble healthcare professionals while raising funds for their cause. The spirit of celebration continued at Devonshire House with a grand ball that captivated guests on a Tuesday evening. The enchanting ambiance created by flickering candlelight and graceful dancers made this soirée truly unforgettable. As we delve deeper into history, we discover an engraving capturing the presentation of medals to members of the Imperial Yeomanry Hospitals at Devonshire House. It stands as a testament to bravery and sacrifice during times past. Even London itself mourned within these walls when news broke about Queen Victoria's passing. Black-and-white photographs reveal somber scenes outside Devonshire House as Londoners paid tribute to their beloved monarch. Traveling back further in time through engravings, we catch glimpses of how Devonshire House appeared around 1800—a vision from another era filled with charm and architectural splendor. Performances fit for royalty were staged here too; Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton's new comedy delighted both Her Majesty and Prince Albert within these very halls—an honor bestowed upon few venues. The Saloon at Devonshire House exudes refinement—a watercolor painting captures its timeless beauty, a testament to the impeccable taste of its former inhabitants.