Belcher Collection

Palace of Women's Work - Franco-British Exhibition, London
Palace of Women's Work - Franco-British Exhibition, White City, London. Date: 1908

Sketches by Cecil Aldin, Time I Was Dead
Sketches by Cecil Aldin in his autobiography, Time I Was Dead, showing Lady Sylvia Hesseltine Hunloke and George Belcher ARA (later RA) on horseback. Date: circa early 1930s

Franco-British Exhibition, White City - Palace of Music
circa 1910s

Royal London House, Finsbury Square, London
circa 1910s

Sir Edward Belcher
Admiral Sir Edward Belcher (1799 - 1877), British naval commander and explorer. Date: 1877

Lloyds Committee Room - As Seen By A Punch Artist, 1927, (1928). Artists: George Belcher
Lloyds Committee Room - As Seen By A Punch Artist, 1927, 1927, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Costers, 1920. Artist: George Belcher
Costers, 1920. From Londoners Then and Now As Pictured By Their Contemporaries, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1920]

Police and the People, 1920. Artist: George Belcher
Police and the People, 1920. From Londoners Then and Now As Pictured By Their Contemporaries, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1920]

Elevation of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, 1895. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1895

Morden House, Blackheath, Kent, c1912. Morden House designed by Architects John Belcher (1841-1913) and John James Joass (1868-1952). From The Studio Volume 57

George Belcher - cartoonist
George Frederick Arthur Belcher (19 September 1875 3 October 1947), English cartoonist, etcher and painter of genre, sporting subjects and still life. Contributor of cartoons to Punch and The Tatler

Lance-Sergeant Douglas Belcher V. C
Lance-Sergeant Douglas Belcher of the London Rifle Brigade, the first Territorial, other than an officer to receive the Victoria Cross in the First World War

Overeating by Belcher
A polite little boy at a village feast, uncomfortable from repletion says Oh Please Miss, don t ask me to have any more - I can t say No

Sir Edward Belcher - British Naval Officer
Engraved portrait of Admiral Sir Edward Belcher (1799-1877), the British naval commander and explorer, pictured c.1877

Part of the frieze of The Institute of Chartered Accountants, Moorgate Place, London - architect John Belcher, assisted by two decorative sculptors Mr Hamo. Thorneycroft R.A

To dress extravagantly in war is unpatriotic, WW1
To dress extravagantly in war is unpatriotic. Three unattractive older women passing a war poster. By George Belcher, RA (1875-1947)

Overheard by George Belcher
My daughter wants to go into one of those munition works. Do you think they re injurious to the eath, Mrs Green? Two ladies discuss the dangers of working at munitions factories

The Patriots by George Belcher, WW1
Three rather shabby, working class women, who probably don t have much choice about how extravagantly they choose to dress

The Optimist & the Pessimist by George Belcher, WW1
The Small One: They seem to think the war will be over very soon now, Mrs Arris The Ohter: I shouldn t be surprised, Mrs. Green; twenty-five shillings a week and me usband away

Clinching it by George Belcher, WW1 drinking
She: Lloyd George says as we re a sluggish people. He: Not arf! Look ow we re slugging the Germans. A humorous scene in a public house showing a somewhat confused discussion about Lloyd Georges view

CANADA: ESKIMOS, c1927. Two Eskimo women, one carrying a child on her back, and all three wearing clothing made from eider duck skins, Nunavut, Belcher Islands, Canada. Photograph, c1927

HMS RESOLUTE, 1856. Queen Victoria welcomed aboard the HMS Resolute by Captain Edward Belcher and officers in 1856. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

Belcher, a name that resonates with various fields and accomplishments throughout history. From the Palace of Women's Work at the Franco-British Exhibition in London to Cecil Aldin's captivating sketches in "Time I Was Dead, " Belcher has left an indelible mark. In 1934, Cecil Aldin's illustration from the 30s showcases his artistic prowess, capturing the essence of that era. Lance-Sergeant Douglas Belcher V. C. , a hero among men, stands tall as a testament to bravery and valor. The Franco-British Exhibition held at White City's Palace of Music was a grand spectacle where cultures intertwined harmoniously. It was here that Belcher became synonymous with excellence and innovation. Royal London House in Finsbury Square witnessed Sir Edward Belcher's distinguished presence, leaving an enduring legacy for future generations to admire. Meanwhile, George Belcher immortalized emotions through his artwork like "The Mourner" in 1935 or his insightful depiction of Lloyds Committee Room as seen by a Punch artist in 1927. George Belcher continued to captivate audiences with thought-provoking pieces such as "Costers" and "Police and the People" during the vibrant atmosphere of the roaring twenties. His art shed light on societal dynamics while challenging conventional norms. Even beyond artistry, Belchers have made their mark on architecture too. The Institute of Chartered Accountants' elevation design from 1895 showcases their contribution to shaping skylines and creating lasting impressions. Through different mediums - be it exhibitions, illustrations or architectural designs - the name 'Belcher' has become synonymous with creativity, courage, and cultural significance. Their contributions have enriched our lives throughout history and continue to inspire us today.