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Sir John 1820 1914 Collection

Sir John (1820-1914) was a remarkable figure in British history, known for his contributions to politics, philanthropy, and social reform

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: The Shower of Cards. Illustration for Alice in Wonderland by L. Carroll, 1890

The Shower of Cards. Illustration for Alice in Wonderland by L. Carroll, 1890. Artist: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
The Shower of Cards. Illustration for Alice in Wonderland by L. Carroll, 1890. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: One Bubble More!! (From Punch Magazine), 1877. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)

One Bubble More!! (From Punch Magazine), 1877. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
One Bubble More!! (From Punch Magazine), 1877. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: The King and Queen of Hearts were seated on their throne when they arrived, 1911

The King and Queen of Hearts were seated on their throne when they arrived, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: We can talk, said the Tiger Lily, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)

We can talk, said the Tiger Lily, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
We can talk, said the Tiger Lily, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: One good pull, and plates, dishes, guests, and candles came crashing down, 1911

One good pull, and plates, dishes, guests, and candles came crashing down, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
One good pull, and plates, dishes, guests, and candles came crashing down, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: When we were little, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)

When we were little, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
When we were little, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: If he smiled much more, the ends of his mouth might meet behind, 1911

If he smiled much more, the ends of his mouth might meet behind, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
If he smiled much more, the ends of his mouth might meet behind, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: Off With His Head!, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)

Off With His Head!, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
Off With His Head!, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: Alice and the White Knight, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)

Alice and the White Knight, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
Alice and the White Knight, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: Do you know, I was so angry, Kitty, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)

Do you know, I was so angry, Kitty, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
Do you know, I was so angry, Kitty, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: Now I growl when I'm pleased, and wag my tail when I'm angry, 1911

Now I growl when I'm pleased, and wag my tail when I'm angry, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
Now I growl when I'm pleased, and wag my tail when I'm angry, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: For the Duchess. An invitation from the Queen to play croquet, 1911

For the Duchess. An invitation from the Queen to play croquet, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
For the Duchess. An invitation from the Queen to play croquet, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: The Dodo solemnly presented the thimble.. 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)

The Dodo solemnly presented the thimble.. 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
The Dodo solemnly presented the thimble.. 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: and she jumped up in such a hurry that she tipped over the jury-box, 1911

and she jumped up in such a hurry that she tipped over the jury-box, 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
and she jumped up in such a hurry that she tipped over the jury-box, 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: The rabbit started violently, dropped the white kid gloves and the fan.. 1911

The rabbit started violently, dropped the white kid gloves and the fan.. 1911. Creator: Tenniel, Sir John (1820-1914)
The rabbit started violently, dropped the white kid gloves and the fan.. 1911. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll, 1868-1870. Creator: Tenniel

Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll, 1868-1870. Creator: Tenniel
Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll, 1868-1870. Private Collection

Background imageSir John 1820 1914 Collection: Pig and Pepper. Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, 1868-1870

Pig and Pepper. Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, 1868-1870. Private Collection


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Sir John (1820-1914) was a remarkable figure in British history, known for his contributions to politics, philanthropy, and social reform. Born into a wealthy family, he dedicated his life to serving the public good and fighting for justice and equality. Throughout his long career, Sir John worked tirelessly to improve the lives of the less fortunate, advocating for better working conditions, education opportunities, and healthcare access for all. He was instrumental in passing key legislation that protected workers' rights and improved living standards across the country. Beyond his political achievements, Sir John was also a generous philanthropist who supported numerous charitable causes throughout his lifetime. His legacy continues to inspire generations of leaders to strive for positive change in their communities. In 1914, Sir John passed away at the age of 94, leaving behind a lasting impact on British society. His dedication to social justice and compassion for others will forever be remembered as an example of true leadership and service to humanity.