Keynes Collection

John Maynard Keynes Economist

England / Horsted Keynes
A glimpse of the village and church of Horsted Keynes, Sussex, England

Marriage of Lydia Lopokova and John Maynard Keynes
The marriage of the famous ballerina, Lydia Lopokova and the well-known economist John Maynard Keynes at St. Pancras Register Office in 1925. Date: 1925

Reeds And Peach Trees, Lavendon
A landscape painting of a grove of peach trees behind a clump of reeds, with a distant view of mountains, situated in Lavendon, Milton Keynes. Date: 1923

Royal Institution Christmas Lecture - A. V. Hill
Polly and David Hill assisting their father Professor A.V. Hill at a Royal Institution Christmas Lecture: when the youngsters heart-beats were shown on a screen

Ashton Keynes River Thames Victorian period

Ashton Keynes, River Thames

John Maynard Keynes and wife
British economist, John Maynard Keynes (1883-1946), with his wife, former Russian Ballerina, Lydia Lopokova (1892-1981), on arrival in London from Washington in 1945. Date: 1945

Signing of Anglo-US loan agreement
The signing of the Anglo-U.S. loan agreement in Washington D.C. on 6 December 1945 following twelve weeks of negotiation. From left to right: Lord (John Maynard) Keynes

Lord and Lady Keynes arriving in London from Washington D.C. following the conclusion of the discussions and signing of the agreement on the United States Loan Agreement Date: December 1945

The Village, Clifton Reynes, Milton Keynes, England
The Village, Clifton Reynes, Milton Keynes, near Olney, Buckinghamshire, England. Date: 1914

The Village - From Church Tower, Whaddon, Buckinghamshire
The Village - From Church Tower, Whaddon, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England. Date: 1917

The Chapel, Aspley Guise, Buckinghamshire
The Chapel, Aspley Guise, Milton Keynes, near Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, England. Date: 1930s

Edwardian Children Tending Allotments, Newport Pagnell, near Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England. Date: 1910

St James church, New Bradwell
An artists impression of the new church which was to be erected at the village of New Bradwell, which was at that time named Stantonbury. It is now part of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Question Mark
September 1975: An upright piece of scrap metal and concrete forms a monumental question mark overlooking Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Picture No. 10864145
Aerial view England - Milton Keynes old village Date:

Glover Makers 1932
Two cottage glove makers in the Cotswold village of Ashton Keynes, working 12 hours a day, 7 days a week and earning a mere 28 shillings a week during the 1930s Depression

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John Maynard Keynes, the renowned economist and philosopher, was born in England. He hailed from the picturesque village of Horsted Keynes, surrounded by idyllic landscapes of reeds and peach trees in Lavendon. While his roots were firmly planted in rural England, Keynes' influence extended far beyond its borders. Keynes' personal life was equally fascinating as his professional achievements. His marriage to Lydia Lopokova, a Russian ballerina, added an element of glamour to their union. Together they formed a dynamic couple that defied convention and brought together two worlds - art and economics. Keynes' intellectual prowess shone through various platforms such as the Royal Institution Christmas Lecture where he shared his insights on economic theories alongside A. V. Hill. This lecture solidified his reputation as a leading thinker in the field. One significant event that showcased Keynes' diplomatic skills was the signing of the Anglo-US loan agreement. This agreement marked a pivotal moment for both countries during challenging times, highlighting Keynes' ability to navigate complex negotiations with finesse. Beyond his professional endeavors, Lord and Lady Keynes found solace in The Village located in Clifton Reynes near Milton Keynes. From atop the church tower in Whaddon, Buckinghamshire one could witness breathtaking views that inspired creativity within them both. The Chapel at Aspley Guise served as another sanctuary for Lord and Lady Keynes – a place where they sought solace amidst their bustling lives filled with academic pursuits and societal obligations. In essence, John Maynard Keynes left an indelible mark not only on economic theory but also on society itself.