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John Russell Collection

John Russell, a name that echoes through the annals of history

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Ruskin, 1853-1854, (1944). Creator: John Everett Millais

John Ruskin, 1853-1854, (1944). Creator: John Everett Millais
John Ruskin, 1853-1854, (1944). Portrait of English artist, critic and author John Ruskin (1819-1900), by his friend John Everett Millais

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell, 1st Earl of Bedford, Lord Privy Seal and Lord High Admiral (1485-1555)

John Russell, 1st Earl of Bedford, Lord Privy Seal and Lord High Admiral (1485-1555)
FLO4645963 John Russell, 1st Earl of Bedford, Lord Privy Seal and Lord High Admiral (1485-1555). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi after Hans Holbein from Facsimiles of

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Portrait of John Russell, 1st Earl Russell

Portrait of John Russell, 1st Earl Russell
3521631 Portrait of John Russell, 1st Earl Russell; (add.info.: Portrait of John Russell, 1st Earl Russell (1792-1878) a leading Whig and Liberal politician who served as Prime Minister

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Caricature of the English betrayal by the French in Paris, 1762. John Russell

Caricature of the English betrayal by the French in Paris, 1762. John Russell
FLO4717884 Caricature of the English betrayal by the French in Paris, 1762. John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford being paid with Crumbs of Comfort while a English man picks his pocket

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working-men's Exhibition, 1864. Creator: Unknown

Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working-men's Exhibition, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working-men's Exhibition, [Agricultural Hall, Islington], 1864. Foreign Secretary Russell said that the working classes of London were

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The late Viscount Amberley, 1876. Creator: Unknown

The late Viscount Amberley, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The late Viscount Amberley, 1876. Eldest son of Earl Russell who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, died of bronchitis aged 33. John, Viscount Amberley, M.A. late M.P

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The City of London Election in Guildhall: Lord John Russell, M.P. returning thanks, 1857

The City of London Election in Guildhall: Lord John Russell, M.P. returning thanks, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The City of London Election in Guildhall: Lord John Russell, M.P. returning thanks, 1857. Lord J. Russell, accompanied by various members of his committee, entered the hall

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: 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. 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'

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Young Man Holding Statuette, 1760. Creator: John Russell

Young Man Holding Statuette, 1760. Creator: John Russell
Young Man Holding Statuette, 1760. Possibly by John Russell

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Right Hon. Lord John Russell, M.P, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Right Hon. Lord John Russell, M.P, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Right Hon. Lord John Russell, M.P, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Presentation of the Address of the Corporation of London to Her Majesty... 1850. Creator: Unknown

Presentation of the Address of the Corporation of London to Her Majesty... 1850. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of the Address of the Corporation of London to Her Majesty, in St. George's Hall, Windsor Castle, 1850. The City of London, the University of Oxford

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Lady John Russell's Assembly on Wednesday Evening, at Downing-Street - the Refreshment Room, 1850

Lady John Russell's Assembly on Wednesday Evening, at Downing-Street - the Refreshment Room, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Lady John Russell's Assembly on Wednesday Evening, at Downing-Street - the Refreshment Room, 1850. A party at 10 Downing Street...the official residence of the Premier [in London]...was honoured

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The Outrage on the Trent: Lord Lyons communicating Early Russell's despatch to Mr... 1862

The Outrage on the Trent: Lord Lyons communicating Early Russell's despatch to Mr... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Outrage on the Trent: Lord Lyons communicating Early Russell's despatch to Mr. Secretary Seward [US Secretary of State], 1862

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The Painters Daughters with a Cat, c1760, (1944). Creator: Thomas Gainsborough

The Painters Daughters with a Cat, c1760, (1944). Creator: Thomas Gainsborough
The Painters Daughters with a Cat, c1760, (1944). Unfinished portrait of the artist Thomas Gainsboroughs daughters Mary (1750-1826) and Margaret (c1751-1820)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston handing Queen Victoria his resignation

Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston handing Queen Victoria his resignation
3733786 Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston handing Queen Victoria his resignation. by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Henry John Temple)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell (engraving)

John Russell (engraving)
812541 John Russell (engraving) by Pound, Daniel John. (fl.1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, known as Lord John Russell before 1861)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Lord John Russell, meeting of Victorian gentlemen, Illustrated London News

Lord John Russell, meeting of Victorian gentlemen, Illustrated London News
Scanned directly from The Illustrated London News, Saturday December 18, 1852

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Lord John Russell, 1861. Creator: John Jabez Edwin Mayall

Lord John Russell, 1861. Creator: John Jabez Edwin Mayall
Lord John Russell, 1861. [Portrait of British prime minister John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, who also served as First Lord of the Treasury]. Albumen print

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Portrait of a Man in a Tricorn Hat, 1767. Creator: John Russell

Portrait of a Man in a Tricorn Hat, 1767. Creator: John Russell
Portrait of a Man in a Tricorn Hat, 1767

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Portrait of a Girl, Bust Length, in a Red Cape Tied with a Bow and a Black Bonnet

Portrait of a Girl, Bust Length, in a Red Cape Tied with a Bow and a Black Bonnet
651944 Portrait of a Girl, Bust Length, in a Red Cape Tied with a Bow and a Black Bonnet, (pastel, laid on canvas) by Russell

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Portrait of Mary Wood, 1794 (pastel on paper)

Portrait of Mary Wood, 1794 (pastel on paper)
651893 Portrait of Mary Wood, 1794 (pastel on paper) by Russell, John (1745-1806); 59.7x44.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Mary Wood. John Russell (1745-1806). Pastel on paper

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford

John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford
3850850 John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); (add.info.: John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford copied from the portrait by Thomas Gainsborough); Photo © Derek Bayes

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford, British politician (engraving)

John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford, British politician (engraving)
6029450 John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford, British politician (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford (1710-1771)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Viscount Amberley (engraving)

John Viscount Amberley (engraving)
1059083 John Viscount Amberley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Viscount Amberley)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The Outrage on the Trent, Lord Lyons communicating Earl Russells Despatch to Mr Secretary Seward

The Outrage on the Trent, Lord Lyons communicating Earl Russells Despatch to Mr Secretary Seward (engraving)
1620094 The Outrage on the Trent, Lord Lyons communicating Earl Russells Despatch to Mr Secretary Seward (engraving) by English School

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The new Christmas pantomime (litho)

The new Christmas pantomime (litho)
983785 The new Christmas pantomime (litho) by Doyle, John (H.B.) (1797-1868) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new Christmas pantomime)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russel, The First Earl of Bedford (engraving)

John Russel, The First Earl of Bedford (engraving)
964884 John Russel, The First Earl of Bedford (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russel, The First Earl of Bedford)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The Right Honourable Lord John Russell (litho)

The Right Honourable Lord John Russell (litho)
812840 The Right Honourable Lord John Russell (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Honourable Lord John Russell)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell, Duke of Bedford (engraving)

John Russell, Duke of Bedford (engraving)
666544 John Russell, Duke of Bedford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, Duke of Bedford)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell (engraving)

John Russell (engraving)
812539 John Russell (engraving) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, known as Lord John Russell before 1861)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Lord J Russell proposing his Measure on the Papal Aggression (engraving)

Lord J Russell proposing his Measure on the Papal Aggression (engraving)
1625406 Lord J Russell proposing his Measure on the Papal Aggression (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell, Earl of Bedford (aquatint)

John Russell, Earl of Bedford (aquatint)
726812 John Russell, Earl of Bedford (aquatint) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, Earl of Bedford)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Court of Equity, Belle Savage Inn, Ludgate Hill, London (engraving)

Court of Equity, Belle Savage Inn, Ludgate Hill, London (engraving)
586646 Court of Equity, Belle Savage Inn, Ludgate Hill, London (engraving) by Dighton, Robert (1752-1814); Private Collection; (add.info.: Court of Equity, Belle Savage Inn, Ludgate Hill)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Portrait of Miss Sophia Vansittart, Three-Quarter Length

Portrait of Miss Sophia Vansittart, Three-Quarter Length
651968 Portrait of Miss Sophia Vansittart, Three-Quarter Length, Wearing a White Dress with a White Ribbon About Her Powdered Hair and a Black Shawl Draped About Her Shoulders

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Portrait of Sarah, wife of Walker King, Bishop of Rochester, three quarter length

Portrait of Sarah, wife of Walker King, Bishop of Rochester, three quarter length
651947 Portrait of Sarah, wife of Walker King, Bishop of Rochester, three quarter length, in a white dress with a blue sash, (pastel on paper laid on linen) by Russell

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: The late Earl Russell (engraving)

The late Earl Russell (engraving)
728903 The late Earl Russell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Earl Russell)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Portrait of Captain and Mrs Hardcastle, 1785 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Captain and Mrs Hardcastle, 1785 (oil on canvas)
5938188 Portrait of Captain and Mrs Hardcastle, 1785 (oil on canvas) by Russell, John (1745-1806); 101.6x126.7 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell, 1st Earl Russell (engraving)

John Russell, 1st Earl Russell (engraving)
2905911 John Russell, 1st Earl Russell (engraving) by Mayall, John Jabez Edwin Paisley (1813-1901) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, 1st Earl Russell)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: John Russell, Earl of Bedford (engraving)

John Russell, Earl of Bedford (engraving)
666440 John Russell, Earl of Bedford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, Earl of Bedford)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Pastels by John Russell, RA (litho)

Pastels by John Russell, RA (litho)
1604760 Pastels by John Russell, RA (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pastels by John Russell, RA. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 May 1894)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Caricature of Earl Russell (colour litho)

Caricature of Earl Russell (colour litho)
960351 Caricature of Earl Russell (colour litho) by Faustin (Faustin Betbeder) (1847-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, Earl Russell)

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Lord John Russells house, Chesham-Place, 1845. Creator: Unknown

Lord John Russells house, Chesham-Place, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Lord John Russells house, Chesham-Place, 1845. Exterior of 37 Chesham Place, Belgravia, the London home of British politician and prime minister, John Russell, first Earl Russell

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Robert Shurlock (1772-1847), 1801. Creator: John Russell

Robert Shurlock (1772-1847), 1801. Creator: John Russell
Robert Shurlock (1772-1847), 1801

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Mrs. William Man Godschall (Sarah Godschall, 1730-1795), 1791. Creator: John Russell

Mrs. William Man Godschall (Sarah Godschall, 1730-1795), 1791. Creator: John Russell
Mrs. William Man Godschall (Sarah Godschall, 1730-1795), 1791

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: William Man Godschall (1720-1802), 1791. Creator: John Russell

William Man Godschall (1720-1802), 1791. Creator: John Russell
William Man Godschall (1720-1802), 1791

Background imageJohn Russell Collection: Mrs. Robert Shurlock Sr. (Ann Manwaring), 1801. Creator: John Russell

Mrs. Robert Shurlock Sr. (Ann Manwaring), 1801. Creator: John Russell
Mrs. Robert Shurlock Sr. (Ann Manwaring), 1801



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John Russell, a name that echoes through the annals of history. From John Ruskin's profound influence on art and culture in the mid-19th century to Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston's pivotal moment when he handed Queen Victoria his resignation, this name is synonymous with power and prestige. In the realm of art, we find John Everett Millais' masterpiece from 1853-1854 capturing the essence of John Ruskin himself. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring forth an image that will forever be etched in our minds. Thomas Gainsborough's "The Painters Daughters with a Cat" transports us back to c1760, where innocence meets feline companionship. A timeless piece that showcases Gainsborough's mastery in capturing human emotions alongside nature's beauty. Moving forward in time, we encounter an oil-on-canvas portrait of none other than John Russell himself. This depiction exudes confidence and charisma as it immortalizes his presence for generations to come. An engraving further solidifies Lord John Russell's place among Victorian gentlemen as they convene for a meeting captured by Illustrated London News. A gathering filled with intellect and ambition shaping the course of history. John Jabez Edwin Mayall takes center stage with his striking photograph of Lord John Russell from 1861. The intensity in his eyes speaks volumes about his determination to make a difference during challenging times. Delving into earlier works by artist John Russell reveals portraits such as "Portrait of a Man in a Tricorn Hat" showcasing elegance amidst simplicity while "Portrait of a Girl" captivates us with her youthful charm adorned in red cape tied with a bow and black bonnet. Mary Wood comes alive through pastel on paper as she gazes at us from her portrait created by an unknown artist in 1794. Her enigmatic expression leaves room for interpretation, inviting us into her world centuries later.