Richard Holmes Collection

The Prince and Princess of Wales with the infant Prince Albert Victor, 1864 (1910). Artist: Vernon Heath
The Prince and Princess of Wales with the infant Prince Albert Victor, 1864 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd

The future King George V and Queen Mary shortly after their marriage, 1893 (1911). Artist: WS Stuart
The future King George V and Queen Mary shortly after their marriage, 1893 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd

The Prince of Wales as a patron of the arts, 1896 (1911). Artist: W&D Downey
The Prince of Wales as a patron of the arts, 1896 (1911). The future King Edward VII in the robes of the Chancellor of the University of Wales

King Edward VII with Queen Alexandra, c1908 (1911). Artist: Lafayette
King Edward VII with Queen Alexandra, c1908 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

The Private Chapel of Buckingham Palace, c1910 (1911). Artist: HN King
The Private Chapel of Buckingham Palace, where The Royal Family held services after King Edward VIIs death, c1910 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes

King Edward VII in his study at Marlborough House, London, c1904 (1911). Artist: Russell & Sons
King Edward VII in his study at Marlborough House, London, c1904 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

The Royal house party at The Grove, Watford, Lord Clarendons residence, in July, 1909 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II Edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O

King Edward VII in private life, c1903 (1911). Artist: WS Stuart
King Edward VII in private life, c1903 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

King Edward VII in a Tyrolean hat, 1903 (1911). The King photographed in Vienna in September, 1903. From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O

The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in Denmark, 1900 (1911). The Prince and Princess of Wales with Alexandras sister the Dowager Empress of Russia

The future King Edward VIIand officers of the Queens Own Oxfordshire Hussars, 1897 (1911). Artist: Hills and Saunders
The future King Edward VIIand officers of the Queens Own Oxfordshire Hussars, 1897 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O

King George V and Queen Mary on their wedding day, 1893 (1911). Artist: Lafayette
King George V and Queen Mary on their wedding day, 1893 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

The passing of the first German Emperor: the deathbed of William I, 1888 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd

Portrait study of the future Queen Mary, 1885 (1911). Artist: Francis Byrne & Co
Portrait study of the future Queen Mary, 1885 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II Edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

Queen Alexandra in the year of Her Silver Wedding, 1888 (1911). Artist: W&D Downey
Queen Alexandra in the year of Her Silver Wedding, 1888 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II Edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

A private portrait of King Edward VII, c1890 (1911). Artist: W&D Downey
A private portrait of King Edward VII, c1890 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

The Prince of Wales in Highland costume, c1886 (1910). Artist: W&D Downey
The Prince of Wales in Highland costume, c1886 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

Queen Alexandra and her second son, the future King George V, c1877 (1910). Artists: Sir Richard Holmes, W&D Downey
Queen Alexandra and her second son, the future King George V, c1877 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd

The Prince of Wales as a bencher of the Middle Temple, 1884 (1910). Artist: W&D Downey
The Prince of Wales as a bencher of the Middle Temple, 1884 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

The Prince of Wales as Colonel of the 10th Hussars, c1865 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I Edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

The Royal Wedding, St Georges Chapel, Windsor, March 10, 1863 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I Edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

The royal party leaving the encampment at Giza, Egypt, c1861 (1910)
En route for the Great Pyramids: the royal party leaving the encampment at Giza, Egypt, c1861 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O

The future Queen Alexandra at the time of her marriage, c1863 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

The Prince of Wales at the time of his marriage, c1863 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

The Prince of Wales and his tutors at Oxford University, c1860 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

King Edward VII in the first year of his reign, 1901 (1910). Artist: Sir Robert Ponsonby Staples
King Edward VII in the first year of his reign, 1901 (1910). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume I edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1910]

King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, c1902 (1911). Artist: WS Stuart
King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, c1902. From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd. London, 1911]

A souvenir of the Silver Wedding of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, 1888 (1911). Artist: Lafayette
A souvenir of the Silver Wedding of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, 1888 (1911). From Edward VII: His Life and Times, Volume II, edited by Sir Richard Holmes, K.C.V.O. [The Amalgated Press, Ltd

The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in their marriage year, 1863 (1910). Artist: Vernon Heath
The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in their marriage year, 1863 (1910). The Prince and Princess of Wales with the Alexandras sister, Princess Dagmar of Denmark, at Frogmore House

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Richard Holmes was a prominent figure in the British royal family during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He witnessed significant events, such as the marriage of the Prince and Princess of Wales, who later became King George V and Queen Mary. A beautiful painting by WS Stuart captures their joy shortly after their wedding in 1893. Another remarkable moment depicted is the crypt under St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle in 1910. This sacred place holds great historical significance for the royal family. As a patron of the arts, Richard Holmes supported various artistic endeavors. In an exquisite portrait by W&D Downey, he is shown embodying his role with grace and elegance. The bond between Richard Holmes and his wife Queen Alexandra shines through a stunning Lafayette painting from around 1908. Their love for each other radiates from every brushstroke. Tragedy struck when King Edward VII passed away in 1910. Horace Walter Nicholls captured the solemnity as his hearse entered Windsor Castle grounds, followed by Byam Shaw's poignant depiction of his funeral cortege passing through Piccadilly in London. During this time of mourning, Edward Frederick Skinner immortalized King Edward VII lying in state at Westminster Hall—an homage to a beloved monarch mourned by his people. A glimpse into Richard Holmes' private life can be seen through HN King's portrayal of Buckingham Palace's Private Chapel around 1910—a sanctuary where he sought solace amidst regal responsibilities. In Russell & Sons' intimate portrait from circa 1904, we see Richard Holmes immersed in deep thought within his study at Marlborough House—a space that witnessed many important decisions being made. But it wasn't always duty; Frederick Downer & Sons capture a lighter moment with a delightful painting depicting The Royal house party at The Grove—Lord Clarendon's residence—in July 1909. Here we witness moments of relaxation among friends and family.