Earl Balfour Collection

Robert Lansing, US Secretary of State, greeting Balfour, British Commissionn, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Robert Lansing, US Secretary of State (right), greeting Balfour, British Commissionn, 1917

Allied Commission To U.S. Seated On Lawn: Viviani And Balfour, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Allied Commission To U.S
Allied Commission To U.S. Seated On Lawn: Viviani And Balfour, 1917. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit the home of George Washington

Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon - In Groups Stolling About Grounds... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon - In Groups Strolling About Grounds, Most Important Persons Only: Lansing; Viviani; Balfour; Joffre; Chocheprat, 1917

Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Allied Commission To U.S
Allied Commission To U.S. At Mount Vernon, 1917. Viviani, French Minister of Justice, and British foreign secretary Arthur Balfour during a visit to the home of George Washington by the British &

Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Awaiting His Arrival... 1917
Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Awaiting His Arrival: Amb. Spring-Rice; Lansing; F.L. Polk; William Phillips, 1917

Balfour, Arthur James, M.P, O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Arrival At Union Station: Balfour, Lansing, Bill Nye, Col. Harts, 1917

Arthur James Balfour M.P. O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Allied Commission, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Arthur James Balfour M.P. O.M, Head of British Commission To U.S. Allied Commission, 1917. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit the tomb of George Washington at

British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917. Allied Commission For Other
British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917 - Allied Commission For Other Pictures At Mount Vernon. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit

British Commission To U.S. - Balfour, Etc. at Mount Vernon, 1917 - Allied Commission For Other Pictures At Mount Vernon. Dignitaries of the British & French War Commissions for World War I visit

Arthur Balfour, c1920s, (1941). British statesman and Prime Minister Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour (1848-1930)

Balfours Irrepressible Donkey, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
Balfours Irrepressible Donkey, 1888. Arthur James Balfour was the Chief Secretary for Ireland at the beginning of 1888 in Lord Salisburys Conservative administration.The cartoon is accompanied by a

Arthur Balfour, 1888 (pencil on paper)
466011 Arthur Balfour, 1888 (pencil on paper) by Manners, Violet (Duchess of Rutland) (1856-1937); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, KG, OM)

At Number 10, Downing Street, c1922, (1945). Creator: Unknown
At Number 10, Downing Street, c1922, (1945). Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) with Arthur Balfour, French President Raymond Poincare

Lord Balfour speaking at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Palestine, 1927. Artist
Lord Balfour speaking at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Palestine, 1927. Arthur James Balfour (1848-1930) was a British Conservative politician

Arthur Balfour speaking in the House of Commons, 1890s (1906). Balfour led the Conservative Party in the Commons from 1891, becoming Prime Minister in 1902. From Cassells History of England, Vol

Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1926. Balfour (1848-1930) was a British Conservative statesman and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1902 until 1905

Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, British statesman and Prime Minister, 1912
Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, British statesman and Prime Minister, c1905. A Conservative, Balfour (1848-1930) was Prime Minister from 1902-1905

Fidgety Joe, 1903. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
Fidgety Joe, 1903. The troubles of coalition government. Two parents representing the Duke of Devonshire and Arthur Balfour (centre)

Professor Francis Maitland Balfour (1851-1882), Scottish embryologist, 1882. The brother of Conservative statesman AJ Balfour, Francis Balfour was killed in a climbing accident on Mont Blanc

Arthur James Balfour (1848-1930), Scottish-born British statesman and philosopher. Balfour served as Prime Minister of the Conservative government of 1902-1905

An Extra Liberal Dose, 1885. The Conservative, Arthur Balfour, offers a pauper a tonic that he has prepared. In the background

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Earl Balfour: A Statesman, Philosopher, and Irrepressible Donkey Arthur James Balfour, the 1st Earl of Balfour, was a prominent British statesman and philosopher who left an indelible mark on history. Born in Scotland in 1848, he dedicated his life to public service and became one of the most influential figures of his time. Balfour's political career began to flourish in the late 19th century when he served as Prime Minister from 1902 to 1905. His leadership skills were evident even before this role; a pencil sketch from 1888 showcases his charismatic presence. The artwork captures his thoughtful demeanor and hints at the great things that lay ahead for him. At Number 10 Downing Street, where many important decisions were made during his tenure as Prime Minister, Balfour's legacy continued to grow. In a photograph taken around 1922 (and later reproduced in 1945), we catch a glimpse of him standing proudly outside this iconic residence. The unknown creator captured not only the physical surroundings but also the weighty responsibilities that rested upon Lord Balfour's shoulders. Beyond politics, Balfour had an intellectual side that extended into philosophy and academia. He was known for delivering powerful speeches both within Parliament and beyond its walls. One such occasion took place in Jerusalem in 1927 when he spoke at the Hebrew University—an event immortalized by an artist who skillfully depicted Lord Balfour addressing an eager audience. However, it is worth noting that amidst all these serious endeavors, there was also room for lightheartedness surrounding Earl Balfour. An illustration titled "Balfours Irrepressible Donkey" by Joseph Swain portrays him with humor—a testament to his ability to find joy even amidst challenging times. Beneath it all lies Arthur James Balfour's unwavering dedication to his country and its people.