Shareholders Collection

L'assemblée d'Actionnaires, 1836. Creator: Honore Daumier
L'assemblee d'Actionnaires, 1836. - Messieurs, le journal franchement monarchique, que j'ai eu l'honneur de fonder avec vos capitaux et de diriger avec ma probite et mes lumieres

Actionnaires Californiens, 1850. Creator: Honore Daumier
Actionnaires Californiens, 1850. Californian shareholders. - J'ai verse hier cinq mille francs pour prix de mille actions de la societe des jaunets Californiens...nous avons l'exploitation de

Actionnaires de chemins de fer causant dividendes, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Actionnaires de chemins de fer causant dividendes, 19th century. When one has bad luck. Railway shareholders discussing dividends

Trial-trip on the Metropolitan (underground) Railway: the train passing Portland-road station, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Trial-trip on the Metropolitan (Underground) Railway: the train passing the Portland-road station, [London], 1862. This railway...has been bored successfully amidst a complicated network of gaspipes

White Star Line, decorative endpapers, presentation book
White Star Line, decorative endpapers of presentation book. Extremely rare T.H. Ismay hardbound volume presented to the managers

The consequences of the crash of many railway companies
3733989 The consequences of the crash of many railway companies. by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the consequences of the crash of many railway companies)

Lord Brougham's railway nightmare
3733967 Lord Brougham's railway nightmare. by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Lord Brougham's railway nightmare)

Railway Testimonials (engraving)
1105227 Railway Testimonials (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Railway Testimonials)

Panama Affair, late 19th century (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT253253 Panama Affair, late 19th century (litho) (b/w photo) by Caran D Ache, Emmanuel Poire (1858-1909); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

1849, A Railway Meeting, Emotion of the Shareholders at the Announcement of a Dividend of two and a half pence
2809920 1849, A Railway Meeting, Emotion of the Shareholders at the Announcement of a Dividend of two and a half pence (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1849)

Capital One Million (engraving)
2772426 Capital One Million (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capital One Million)

Testimonial to Mr W Jackson, of Birkenhead, from the Shareholders of the Florence and Pistoja Railway (engraving)
1610681 Testimonial to Mr W Jackson, of Birkenhead, from the Shareholders of the Florence and Pistoja Railway (engraving) by English School

Former British Airways Chair Lord King seen here during the British Airways AGM in Londons Barbican Centre. Where shareholders heard Chairman Colin Marshall give his account of the Virgin dirty

Brokers working. Nineteen-century colored engraving

Greens Ascent in his Nassau Balloon
Poster advertising Charles Greens ascent in his Nassau Balloon on October 6th 1840 from the grounds of the Commercial Gas Company, Ben Jonsons Fields, Stepney Date: 1840

Action for Libel, Lyons v Lipton, WW1
Notice of an Action for Libel in the High Court of Justice, J Lyons & Co Limited being the plaintiffs, and Lipton Limited as defendants, during the early stages of the First World War

Testimonial to the Marquis of Salisbury from Shareholders of the Great Eastern Railway, 1873

The Junta of the Philippines, 1815 (oil on canvas)
XIR204571 The Junta of the Philippines, 1815 (oil on canvas) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 327x447 cm; Musee Goya, Castres

Mania / Legal Battles
The proliferation of railway projects leads to legal battles, which must be resolved by Parliamentary committees, at great cost to the shareholders who invest

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Shareholders play a crucial role in the success and stability of companies, and are individuals who invest their money into a company, becoming part owners and sharing in its profits or losses. The history can be traced back to various significant events. One such event is the crash of many railway companies, which had far-reaching consequences. This catastrophic event led to financial turmoil for countless shareholders, causing them to suffer substantial losses. Lord Brougham's railway nightmare epitomizes the devastating impact this crash had on investors' wealth. In an attempt to attract potential investors, companies often created presentation books with decorative endpapers showcasing their achievements and prospects. These books included Railway Testimonials engraved with images depicting the grandeur and progress associated with railways. The Panama Affair during the late 19th century further highlights the risks faced by shareholders. A lithograph from that era captures the somber atmosphere surrounding this scandalous event, reminding us of how shareholder investments can sometimes be marred by corruption and mismanagement. However, not all experiences were negative for shareholders. An engraving from 1849 portrays a Railway Meeting where emotions ran high as shareholders celebrated a dividend announcement of two and a half pence per share. Such moments exemplify how successful ventures could bring joy and prosperity to those invested in them. Engravings like "Capital One Million" symbolize ambitious projects that attracted numerous stakeholders seeking profitable opportunities amidst industrial growth. Shareholders eagerly participated in these ventures, hoping for substantial returns on their investments. Testimonials honoring individuals like Mr W Jackson demonstrate gratitude from shareholders towards key figures who contributed significantly to specific projects' success stories. These engravings serve as reminders that behind every prosperous venture are dedicated individuals deserving recognition. Brokers working diligently represent another aspect of shareholder involvement - they facilitate transactions between buyers and sellers while ensuring fair deals for both parties involved. Outside traditional industries like railways, even unconventional endeavors captured shareholder attention throughout history.