Lord Grey Collection

Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V (colour litho)
5996562 Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V (colour litho) by Guthrie, James (1874-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V)

Charles, Second Earl Grey, British statesman, c1828 (1936). Premier 1830-1834, 1883. From William Ewart Gladstone and His Contemporaries, Vol. I, 1840-1854, by Thomas Archer, F.R.H.S

The Reform Bill, 1832 (c1850s). The Rt Hon Earl Grey introduced the Reform Act in Parliament in 1832. It was intended to make wide-ranging changes to the British electoral system

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'

Lord Gray, n.d. Creator: Benjamin Robert Haydon
Lord Gray, n.d

Shakespeares King Richard III: Lord Grey, Son of Queen Elizabeth (litho)
6023898 Shakespeares King Richard III: Lord Grey, Son of Queen Elizabeth (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Grey, Son of Queen Elizabeth)

Earl Grey, British Whig politican and Prime Minister who introduced the Great Reform Act of 1832 (litho)
6032961 Earl Grey, British Whig politican and Prime Minister who introduced the Great Reform Act of 1832 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Grey)

Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving)
1041298 Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

After the second reading of the First Reform Bill, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373580 After the second reading of the First Reform Bill, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by McCormick

A Game of Political Shuttlecock (colour litho)
2775112 A Game of Political Shuttlecock (colour litho) by Doyle, John (H.B.) (1797-1868) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Game of Political Shuttlecock)

Scene from a production of Shakespeares Henry V at the Lyceum Theatre, London (litho)
3620627 Scene from a production of Shakespeares Henry V at the Lyceum Theatre, London (litho) by Partridge, Bernard (1861-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord Grey of Wiltons Charge at Pinkie, 1547 (engraving)
670938 Lord Grey of Wiltons Charge at Pinkie, 1547 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Grey of Wiltons Charge at Pinkie, 1547)

The Explosion of the Powder Magazine at Buluwayo, Tending the Injured (litho)
1051139 The Explosion of the Powder Magazine at Buluwayo, Tending the Injured (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving)
1041299 Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805. Creator: James Gillray
Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805

The Grey Column, Newcastle, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Grey Column, Newcastle, 1845. View of Greys Monument in Newcastle upon Tyne, erected in 1838. It was built in recognistion of Earl Greys passing of the Great Reform Act of 1832

The late Earl Grey, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The late Earl Grey, 1845. Portrait of British politician Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey who served as Prime Minister from November 1830 to July 1834

Earl Grey, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Earl Grey, 1845. Medallion portrait of British politician Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey who served as Prime Minister from November 1830 to July 1834

Military Rough-Riders Breaking an Unruly Animal, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
Military Rough-Riders Breaking an Unruly Animal, 1833. Chief Secretary for Ireland Edward Stanley, Prime Minister Charles Grey

Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. British politicians: Agad, here is the Police ; I shan t stir a peg ; I ll be off ; Then so shall I

A game of Political Shuttlecock, 1831. Creator: John Doyle
A game of Political Shuttlecock, 1831. Prime Minister Charles Grey: Keep it up B[rougham] _ I d never be able to play the Game without you

The Modern Antaeus, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
The Modern Antaeus, 1833. John Wilson Croker; Prime Minister Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey as Antaeus from Greek mythology, standing on the word Reform ; Henry Pelham Pelham-Clinton

Gratitude, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Gratitude, 1834. Lord Chancellor Henry Brougham thinks: (He offered me the Attorney Generalship, I must now do something for him.) He then says to former prime minister Charles Grey

Grey Street, Newcastle-on-Tyne, c1890. Creator: Unknown
Grey Street, Newcastle-on-Tyne, c1890. From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol. V." [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, c1890]

A Poney Race for a Saddle (a Seat) at Cambridge, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
A Poney Race for a Saddle (a Seat) at Cambridge, 1834. Satirical scene showing British politicians as horses and jockeys in a race: Leader of the Whigs Charles Grey

Fiddlestick versus broomstick, 1831. Paganini standing on a chair with a fiddle in one hand and bow in the other. Around the table sit John Key (Lord Mayor of London), Henry Brougham

A Game at Chess: Lord Grey Playing William IV, 1948. Artist: John Doyle
A Game at Chess: Lord Grey Playing William IV, 1948. From British Chess, by Kenneth Matthews. [Collins, London, 1948]

Lord Grey, c1882

King William IV, Lord Henry Brougham and Lord Charles Grey, 1832. Artist: F Wentworth
King William IV, Lord Henry Brougham and Lord Charles Grey, 1832. On 7th May 1832, Prime Minister Grey and Henry Brougham met the king

Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey, British Whig statesman and Prime Minister, (1893). Artist: W Roffe
Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey, British Whig statesman and Prime Minister, (1893). Earl Grey (1764-1845) served as Prime Minister from 1830-1834

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Lord Grey, also known as Charles, Second Earl Grey, was a prominent British statesman during the early 19th century. Born in 1764 and passing away in 1845, Lord Grey played a significant role in shaping British politics and society. One of his most notable achievements was his involvement in The Reform Bill of 1832. This landmark legislation aimed to reform the electoral system by expanding voting rights and reducing corruption. Lord Grey's leadership and determination were instrumental in pushing this bill through Parliament. During his time as Prime Minister from 1830 to 1834, Lord Grey introduced several reforms that had a lasting impact on British society. The Great Reform Act of 1832 was just one example of his commitment to progress and social change. Lord Grey's political career coincided with an era marked by influential figures like King George V. These notable statesmen contributed to the development of Britain's political landscape and helped shape its future direction. In addition to his political endeavors, Lord Grey had connections to literature and theater. He appeared as a character named Lord Grey in Shakespeare's play "King Richard III, " highlighting his enduring presence even beyond politics. Often remembered for his charge at Pinkie during the Battle of Pinkie Cleugh in 1547. This courageous act showcased not only his military prowess but also exemplified the noble values he held dear throughout his life. Despite being associated with serious matters such as parliamentary elections and electioneering, there were lighter moments too. A game called "Political Shuttlecock" depicted politicians engaged in playful banter while symbolizing their constant jostling for power within the political arena. The explosion at Buluwayo's powder magazine brought out another side – compassion towards those injured or affected by tragic events. His dedication to tending the wounded demonstrated both empathy and humanity amidst times of crisis.