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Edward Lloyd Collection

"Edward Lloyd: A Timeless Legacy of Music, Art, and Resilience" Step back in time to the bustling streets of London in 1798

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Lloyds Coffee House, London, 1798, (1947). Creator: William Holland

Lloyds Coffee House, London, 1798, (1947). Creator: William Holland
Lloyds Coffee House, London, 1798, (1947). Interior of the Lloyds Coffee House in Lombard Street in the City of London. Lloyds became a meeting place for merchants and shipowners

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: 'The Late Mr. Edward Lloyd 1815-1890. Newspaper Proprietor, 1890. Creator: Unknown

'The Late Mr. Edward Lloyd 1815-1890. Newspaper Proprietor, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Late Mr. Edward Lloyd 1815-1890. Newspaper Proprietor, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Erzlebens Genon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Erzlebens Genon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Erzlebens Genon, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Famous opera singers, 1892 (litho)

Famous opera singers, 1892 (litho)
6014304 Famous opera singers, 1892 (litho) by Calkin, Lance (1859-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Famous opera singers, 1892)

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Some famous vocalists (b / w photo)

Some famous vocalists (b / w photo)
3093241 Some famous vocalists (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some famous vocalists)

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Edward Lloyd (gravure)

Edward Lloyd (gravure)
734472 Edward Lloyd (gravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Lloyd. Illustration for Celebrated Musicians of All Nations by M Fs Harvey)

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Edward Lloyd, English tenor (b / w photo)

Edward Lloyd, English tenor (b / w photo)
2776652 Edward Lloyd, English tenor (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Lloyd (1845-1927)

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Grand Handel Festival at the Crystal Palace (engraving)

Grand Handel Festival at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
608208 Grand Handel Festival at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Edward Lloyd (chromolitho)

Edward Lloyd (chromolitho)
666931 Edward Lloyd (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Lloyd. Cigarette card, from series on Musical Celebrities, published by Wills)

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Signature of Edward Lloyd, 1712, (1928)

Signature of Edward Lloyd, 1712, (1928)
Signature of Edward Lloyd, 1712, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: General Post Office, circa 1793 - Showing Buildings Adjoining Lloyds Coffee House, (1928)

General Post Office, circa 1793 - Showing Buildings Adjoining Lloyds Coffee House, (1928)
General Post Office, circa 1793 - Showing Buildings Adjoining Lloyds Coffee House, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Signature of Edward Lloyd, 1692, (1928)

Signature of Edward Lloyd, 1692, (1928)
Signature of Edward Lloyd, 1692, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Lloyds News. London, October 15, 1696 - Numb. 20, 1928

Lloyds News. London, October 15, 1696 - Numb. 20, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Ground Plan of Lloyds Coffee House (No. 16 Lombard Street) in 1773, (1928)

Ground Plan of Lloyds Coffee House (No. 16 Lombard Street) in 1773, (1928)
Ground Plan of Lloyds Coffee House (No. 16 Lombard Street) in 1773, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Celebean Black Baboon, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Celebean Black Baboon, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Celebean Black Baboon, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Bonneted Capuchin, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Bonneted Capuchin, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Bonneted Capuchin, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Humboldts Woolly Monkey, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Humboldts Woolly Monkey, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Humboldts Woolly Monkey, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Drill, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Drill, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Drill, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1896]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Variegated Spider-Monkey, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Variegated Spider-Monkey, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Variegated Spider-Monkey, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Smooth-Headed Capuchin, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Smooth-Headed Capuchin, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Smooth-Headed Capuchin, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Red Howler, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Red Howler, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Red Howler, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1896]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Talapoin, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Talapoin, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Talapoin, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: De Brazzas Guenon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

De Brazzas Guenon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
De Brazzas Guenon, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Anthropoidea - VI. Map distribution of various species (Blue) and Macacus (Red), 1897

Anthropoidea - VI. Map distribution of various species (Blue) and Macacus (Red), 1897
Anthropoidea - VI. Map, Showing the distribution of the Genera Papio, Theropithecus, Cynopithecus, Cercocebus and Cercopihecus (Blue), and Macacus (Red), 1897

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Boutourlinis Gernon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Boutourlinis Gernon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Boutourlinis Gernon, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Anthropoidea - V. Map distribution of Families Hapalidae (Red), and Cebidae (Blue), 1897

Anthropoidea - V. Map distribution of Families Hapalidae (Red), and Cebidae (Blue), 1897
Anthropoidea - V. Map, Showing the distribution of the Families Hapalidae (Red), and Cebidae (Blue), 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part VI, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: White Crowned Mangabey, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

White Crowned Mangabey, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
White Crowned Mangabey, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: St. Johns Macaque, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

St. Johns Macaque, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
St. Johns Macaque, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Anthropoidea - Map distribution Genera Semnopithecus (Blue), Nasalis (Brown), Colobus (Red), 1897

Anthropoidea - Map distribution Genera Semnopithecus (Blue), Nasalis (Brown), Colobus (Red), 1897
Anthropoidea - VII. Map, Showing the distribution of the Genera Semnopithecus (Blue), Nasalis (Brown), and Colobus (Red), 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part VI, by Henry O

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Lemuroidea - III. Map, Showing the distribution of the Family Chiromyidae and of the Sub-families

Lemuroidea - III. Map, Showing the distribution of the Family Chiromyidae and of the Sub-families Lemurinae and Indrisinae (Blue), and of the Lorisinae (Red) of the Lemuridae, 1897

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Lemuroidea - I. Map, Showing the distribution of Living (Blue) and Fossil (Red), 1897

Lemuroidea - I. Map, Showing the distribution of Living (Blue) and Fossil (Red), 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part VI, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S&C. and edited R

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Green Guenon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Green Guenon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Green Guenon, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897 ]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Lemuroidea - IV. Map, Showing distribution of Living (Blue) and Fossil (Red) Anthropoidea, 1897

Lemuroidea - IV. Map, Showing distribution of Living (Blue) and Fossil (Red) Anthropoidea, 1897
Lemuroidea - IV. Map, Showing the distribution of Living (Blue) and Fossil (Red) Anthropoidea, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part VI, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited R

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Anthropoidea - Hylobates (Red), Simia (Blue), Gorilla (Brown), Anthropopithecus (Green), 1897

Anthropoidea - Hylobates (Red), Simia (Blue), Gorilla (Brown), Anthropopithecus (Green), 1897
Anthropoidea - VIII. Map, Showing the distribution of the Genera Hylobates (Red), Simia (Blue), Gorilla (Brown), and Anthropopithecus (Green), 1897

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Lemuroidea - II. Map, Showing distribution of Tarsiidae (Blue), and Galaginae (Red), 1897

Lemuroidea - II. Map, Showing distribution of Tarsiidae (Blue), and Galaginae (Red), 1897
Lemuroidea - II. Map, Showing the distribution of the Family Tarsiidae (Blue), and the Subfamily Galaginae (Red) of the Lemuridae, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part VI, by Henry O

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Bay Guereza, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Bay Guereza, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Bay Guereza, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part IV, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Bald Chimpanzee, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Bald Chimpanzee, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Bald Chimpanzee, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Orang-Utan, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Orang-Utan, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Orang-Utan, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Gorilla, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Gorilla, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Gorilla, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Siamang Gibbon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Siamang Gibbon, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Siamang Gibbon, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The Proboscis Monkey, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The Proboscis Monkey, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Proboscis Monkey, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Everetts Langur, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Everetts Langur, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Everetts Langur, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Hoses Langur, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

Hoses Langur, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Hoses Langur, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: The White-Tailed Guereza, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes

The White-Tailed Guereza, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The White-Tailed Guereza, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Great Musicians - Plate VI. 1895

Great Musicians - Plate VI. 1895. Signor Foli (1837-1899), Edward Lloyd (1845-1927), Charles Santley (1834 -1922), Andrew Black (1859-1920) and Barton McGuckin (1852-1913)

Background imageEdward Lloyd Collection: Ed. Lloyd. 1895

Ed. Lloyd. 1895. Edward Lloyd (1845-1927), British tenor singer. From The Musical Educator, Volume II by John Greig, M.A. Mus. Doc. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1895.]



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"Edward Lloyd: A Timeless Legacy of Music, Art, and Resilience" Step back in time to the bustling streets of London in 1798, where a small coffee house named Lloyds became the birthplace of an extraordinary journey. This unassuming establishment would later witness the rise of Edward Lloyd, an English tenor whose name would become synonymous with talent and passion. Born from humble beginnings, Edward Lloyd's remarkable voice captivated audiences across generations. In 1897, artist Henry Ogg Forbes immortalized this musical prodigy through his masterpiece "Erzlebens Genon, " capturing the essence of Lloyd's soulful performances that left spectators spellbound. Yet amidst fame and adoration, tragedy struck as depicted in engravings like "The Victims of the Greek Massacre" and "The Englishmen killed by Greek Brigands. " These haunting images remind us that even great artists are not immune to life's hardships. However, it was through resilience that Lloyd triumphed over adversity. Lloyd's legacy extended beyond his vocal prowess; he also showcased his versatility by collaborating with famous opera singers during a grand performance in 1892. Lithographs such as "Famous opera singers" and black-and-white photographs titled "Some famous vocalists" serve as testaments to his ability to harmonize effortlessly alongside other talented musicians. In every portrayal - be it a gravure or a chromolithograph - one can sense his unwavering dedication to music. His participation in events like the Grand Handel Festival at Crystal Palace further solidified him as an icon within classical music circles. To commemorate this legend who graced stages worldwide for decades on end, we find solace in William Holland's creation: Lloyds Coffee House (1947). It was within these walls that dreams were nurtured and melodies were born – forever intertwining Edward Lloyd's name with artistic excellence.