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Beadle Collection

"Beadle: A Historical Figure in Various Contexts" The name Beadle has been associated with several significant events and characters throughout history

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Beadle Collection: Attack of the Ulster Division, 1 July 1916, (c1930). Creator: James Prinsep Beadle
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Beadle Collection: Mr Bumble with Oliver
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Beadle Collection: Bank of England Beadle, City of London
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Beadle Collection: Dickens / The Chimes
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Beadle Collection: Late C18 Fire Engine
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Beadle Collection: The Distribution of Coals (w/c & bodycolour on paper)
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Beadle Collection: The Beadle. Illustration by Harry Furniss for Sketches by Boz by Charles Dickens
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Beadle Collection: Printed letter from Joseph Crish, Beadle of Guildhall, London (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: A parish concern or prominent reasons for matrimony (coloured engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Beadle (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Beadle, Bank of England
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Beadle Collection: Mr. Bumble and Oliver Twist (colour litho)
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Beadle Collection: Open-top single-decker bus, Beadle 16 seater on A2 long
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Beadle Collection: Cartoon, Mr Parnell, like Oliver Twist, asks for more
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Beadle Collection: People in 1837
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Beadle Collection: Beadle of the University of Paris, 16th century
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Beadle Collection: The beadle called after him, 'Monsieur? The spire! The spire!'(colour litho)
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Beadle Collection: Matrimonial Adventures in London of the Three Misses Greenhorn (colour litho)
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Beadle Collection: The Friend in Need (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Beadle calling the hours in Ely Place (b / w photo)
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Beadle Collection: Beadle of the Church (coloured engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Mr Pickwick in the Pound, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens
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Beadle Collection: Plate 4 from The Rakes Progress at the University
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Beadle Collection: Elephantine Performances, pub. c. 1854 (hand coloured etching)
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Beadle Collection: Beating the bounds (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: The Lady Godiva Procession at Coventry (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Un pilori (colour litho)
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Beadle Collection: Beadle (colour litho)
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Beadle Collection: Sketches at the Juvenile Fancy Dress Ball at the Mansion House (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: William Kitchener, Beadle of Saffron Hill, Hatton Garden, and Ely Rents (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: The Idle Prentice at Play in the Church Yard, During Divine Service
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Beadle Collection: The so-called 'village beadle, 'an ancient Egyptian wooden statuette (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Twilight Charlie, Front Cover of Beadles New York Dime Novel
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Beadle Collection: Invitation to a meeting of the Worshipful Company of Mercers at Marcers Hall, City of London
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Beadle Collection: 'Drest in a little brief authority'(engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Long Ago, 'By pride angels have fallen!'(engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Mr Bumble from Oliver Twist (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Mr. Bumble, from Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
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Beadle Collection: The Industrious Prentice Grown Rich, and Sheriff of London
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Beadle Collection: Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving)
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Beadle Collection: Mr Bumble and Oliver Twist (chromolitho)
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Beadle Collection: Young woman throwing soft balls at the beadle during a May day festival, Victorian
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Beadle Collection: The Industrious Prentice Grown Rich and Sheriff of London (Industry and Idl
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Beadle Collection: The Idle Prentice at Play in the Churchyard: Industry and Idleness, plate 3
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Beadle Collection: The Friend in Need, from 'Illustrated London News', April 23, 1859
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Beadle Collection: ENGLISH BEADLE / KITCHENER
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Beadle Collection: A Brittany Beadle—Sketch from Nature, 1856. Creator: John La Farge
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Beadle Collection: Ward Beadle in civic costume, holding a staff, at a Wardmote Inquest, 1805. Artist


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"Beadle: A Historical Figure in Various Contexts" The name Beadle has been associated with several significant events and characters throughout history. From the Attack of the Ulster Division on 1 July 1916, captured by James Prinsep Beadle's lens, to Mr Bumble's memorable encounters with Oliver Twist in Dickens' literary masterpiece, this name carries a rich legacy. In the City of London, the Bank of England Beadle stands as a symbol of authority and tradition. Adorned in ceremonial attire, he commands respect and upholds order within these historic walls. Similarly, The Chimes by Charles Dickens introduces us to another notable figure - the beadle who plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative. Not limited to literature alone, beadles have also played essential roles outside fictional realms. In late 18th-century fire engines, they were entrusted with maintaining safety during emergencies. Their presence ensured that communities could rely on their expertise when faced with perilous situations. Moving forward through time, Tatler magazine featured West End Arcadians on its cover in 1959 - an image that showcased how beadles continued to hold significance even in contemporary society. This illustration reminds us that traditions can endure and evolve simultaneously. Harry Furniss' depiction of The Beadle for Sketches by Boz captures both his authoritative demeanor and his connection to Charles Dickens' works. It serves as a testament to how artists have immortalized this figure across various mediums over time. Moreover, Joseph Crish's printed letter as Beadle of Guildhall highlights their administrative responsibilities within local governance structures. Their contributions ensure smooth functioning while preserving historical customs. Lastly, we encounter "A parish concern or prominent reasons for matrimony" colored engraving which emphasizes how beadles were involved not only in public affairs but also personal milestones like weddings – further demonstrating their integral role within society at large.