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Bridgeman Collection

"Bridgeman: A Legacy of Elegance and Influence" Step into the world of Bridgeman, where history intertwines with opulence

Background imageBridgeman Collection: The Camden Turkish Baths, 11a Kentish Town Road, London

The Camden Turkish Baths, 11a Kentish Town Road, London
Board-mounted promotional poster for The Camden Turkish Baths, 11a Kentish Town Road, London - designed and erected under the personal superintendence of Mr. H. H. Bridgeman ARIBA Arch

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A Plan of the House and Gardens at Stowe, Buckinghamshire (engraving)

A Plan of the House and Gardens at Stowe, Buckinghamshire (engraving)
XJF477689 A Plan of the House and Gardens at Stowe, Buckinghamshire (engraving) by Muller, Johann Sebastien (1715-c.1785); Private Collection; (add.info.: House and park of Richard Temple)

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A Rakes Progress - 2: The Levee, 1733. Artist: William Hogarth

A Rakes Progress - 2: The Levee, 1733. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress - 2: The Levee, 1733. Tom holds a morning reception at his new palatial town lodgings. Vistors offer their services: a jockey, a dancing-master (with violin)

Background imageBridgeman Collection: William Clive Bridgeman, 1st Viscount Bridgeman

William Clive Bridgeman, 1st Viscount Bridgeman (18641935) - British Conservative politician and peer. The Grandfather of Robin John Orlando Bridgeman, 3rd Viscount Bridgeman (1930-)

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Lady Diana Abdy by Madame Yevonde

Lady Diana Abdy by Madame Yevonde
(Helen) Diana (nÚÑáBridgeman), Lady Abdy (1907 - 1967), Fashion leader; wife of Sir Robert Henry Abdy; daughter of 5th Earl of Bradford

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A quaint corner of Old Lichfield, Quonians Lane, off Dam Street

A quaint corner of Old Lichfield, Quonians Lane, off Dam Street, almost in the shadow of the Cathedral. here are the work shops of a leading firm of ecclesiastical sculptors where skilled craftsmen

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A Conversation of Virtuosis... at the Kings Arms, 1735, (1947). Creator: Gawen Hamilton

A Conversation of Virtuosis... at the Kings Arms, 1735, (1947). Creator: Gawen Hamilton
A Conversation of Virtuosis...at the Kings Arms, 1735, (1947). Group portrait of some of the leading British artists and architects of the 1730s who used to meet at the Kings Arms in New Bond Street

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Diana Bridgeman with daughters

Diana Bridgeman with daughters
Diana Bridgeman, born Diana Wilson, married Maurice Bridgeman (younger brother to the 2nd Viscount Bridgeman) in 1933. Here she is pictured with her eldest two daughters, Theresa Anne (b)

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Lord Cowdray and Lady Anne Bridgeman

Lord Cowdray and Lady Anne Bridgeman
John Pearson, 3rd Viscount Cowdray (1910-1995) marrying Lady Anne Bridgeman (1913-2009). Date: 1939

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester, with others

Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester, with others
Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester (1901-2004) was born Lady Alice Douglas Scott. In 1935 she married Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester, the third son of King George V

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Mrs Maurice Bridgeman with daughters

Mrs Maurice Bridgeman with daughters
Diana Bridgeman (d. 1979), previously Diana Wilson. Here seen with her two eldest daughters, Erica Jane (b. 1934) and Teresa Anne (b. 1937). Date: 1939

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Watermouth, Devon, the seat of Joseph Davie Bassett

Watermouth, Devon, the seat of Joseph Davie Bassett. View of the house with its eastern terrace and romantic scenery. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by F.W.L

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Lady Diana Abdy (Bridgeman)

Lady Diana Abdy (Bridgeman)
(Helen) Diana (nÚÑáBridgeman), Lady Abdy (1907-1967), Fashion leader; wife of Sir Robert Henry Abdy; daughter of 5th Earl of Bradford 1936

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Bridgeman, amiral anglais (coloured photo)

Bridgeman, amiral anglais (coloured photo)
975522 Bridgeman, amiral anglais (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bridgeman, amiral anglais)

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Plan of Kensington Palace and gardens, London, 1736

Plan of Kensington Palace and gardens, London, 1736. The gardens were laid out between 1728 and 1738 by Henry Wise and Charles Bridgeman for Queen Caroline

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate II of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth

A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate II of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate II of VIII. Tom Rakewell is at his morning levee, attended by hangers on of various professions

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Sir Orlando Bridgeman, 17th century, (c1920). Artist: R White

Sir Orlando Bridgeman, 17th century, (c1920). Artist: R White
Sir Orlando Bridgeman, 17th century, (c1920). Portrait of Bridgeman (1609-1674), English jurist, lawyer, and politician. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Lady Anne Bridgeman by Madame Yevonde

Lady Anne Bridgeman by Madame Yevonde
Lady Anne Pamela Bridgeman (1913-2009) by Madame Yevonde. She was the daughter of the 5th Earl of Bradford. Seen here modelling a dress of black cire satin

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Portraits of various dancers

Portraits of various dancers: Lewisoff & Valmore (acrobatic dancers), Helen May, Mary Gayford, Wilma Deane and Bridgeman & Irvine, 1922 Date: 1922

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Tatler cover - Duchess of Buccleuch

Tatler cover - Duchess of Buccleuch
Front cover of The Tatler magazine featuring a portrait of the Duchess of Buccleuch, wife of the 7th Duke and formerly Lady Margaret (Molly) Bridgeman

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Orlando George Charles Bridgeman, Vanity Fair, Spy

Orlando George Charles Bridgeman, Vanity Fair, Spy
JOHN LUKE GEORGE HELY-HUTCHINSON, 5th Earl of Donoughmore (1848-1900) Assistant Commissioner for the European Commission for the Organization of Eastern Roumelia between 1878 and 1879

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A View from the Grecian Temple to Lord Cobhams Pillar, Stowe House Gardens

A View from the Grecian Temple to Lord Cobhams Pillar, Stowe House Gardens
XJF477688 A View from the Grecian Temple to Lord Cobhams Pillar, Stowe House Gardens, engraved by George Bickham, 1753 (engraving) by Chatelain

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A View from Capt. Grenvilles Monument to the Grecian Temple, Stowe House Gardens

A View from Capt. Grenvilles Monument to the Grecian Temple, Stowe House Gardens
XJF477687 A View from Capt. Grenvilles Monument to the Grecian Temple, Stowe House Gardens, engraved by George Bickham, 1753 (engraving) by Chatelain

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A View of the Grotto and two shell temples, Stowe House Gardens, engraved by George Bickham

A View of the Grotto and two shell temples, Stowe House Gardens, engraved by George Bickham
XJF477685 A View of the Grotto and two shell temples, Stowe House Gardens, engraved by George Bickham, 1753 (engraving) by Chatelain

Background imageBridgeman Collection: A View of the Elysian Fields from the Spring of Helicon, Stowe House Gardens, engraved

A View of the Elysian Fields from the Spring of Helicon, Stowe House Gardens, engraved
XJF477686 A View of the Elysian Fields from the Spring of Helicon, Stowe House Gardens, engraved by George Bickham, 1753 (engraving) by Chatelain

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Marriage of Lord Dalkeith, Heir to the Duke of Buccleuch: Lady Dalkeith (Hon

Marriage of Lord Dalkeith, Heir to the Duke of Buccleuch: Lady Dalkeith (Hon. Margaret Bridgeman) and the Earl of Dalkeith, 1893 Engraving

Background imageBridgeman Collection: From left: John W R Taylor Peter Masefield Leonard Bridge

From left: John W R Taylor Peter Masefield Leonard Bridge
From left: John W.R. Taylor, Peter Masefield, Leonard Bridgeman and H. Sampson at Janes 50th anniversary Golden Jubilee party, December 1959

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Marriage Of Lord Dalkeith

Marriage Of Lord Dalkeith, Heir To The Duke Of Buccleuch: Lady Dalkeith (hon. Margaret Bridgeman) And The Earl Of Dalkeith, 1893 Engraving

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Selina Louisa Bradford (D. 1894). N

Selina Louisa Bradford (D. 1894). N

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Bridesmaids and Best Man for wedding of Princess Mary

Bridesmaids and Best Man for wedding of Princess Mary
In Hymens Train : The Bridesmaids and the Best Man for the wedding of Princess Mary, Princess Royal, with Henry, Viscount Lascelles, later the 6th Earl of Harewood

Background imageBridgeman Collection: John Bridgeman, Bishop

John Bridgeman, Bishop
JOHN BRIDGEMAN Bishop of Chester, holding a book and a pair of gloves. Done in 1623. Date: 1577 - 1652

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Sir Orlando Bridgeman

Sir Orlando Bridgeman
SIR ORLANDO BRIDGEMAN Statesman : Lord Keeper. Date: 1606 - 1674

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Orlando Earl Bradford

Orlando Earl Bradford
ORLANDO G. C. BRIDGEMAN, third earl of BRADFORD Date: 1819 - 1898

Background imageBridgeman Collection: Prince Louis Alexander of Battenberg

Prince Louis Alexander of Battenberg (1854-1921), photographed in 1912 on succeeding Sir Francis Bridgeman as First Sea Lord of the Admiralty


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"Bridgeman: A Legacy of Elegance and Influence" Step into the world of Bridgeman, where history intertwines with opulence. From The Camden Turkish Baths on Kentish Town Road in London to the grandeur of Stowe Gardens in Buckinghamshire, this name carries a rich tapestry of stories. William Clive Bridgeman, 1st Viscount Bridgeman, left an indelible mark on society. His vision for progress is beautifully captured in "A Plan of the House and Gardens at Stowe, " an engraving that showcases his impeccable taste. Intriguingly, "A Rake's Progress - 2: The Levee" by William Hogarth hints at the social circles frequented by Lord Bridgeman. Perhaps it was during one such gathering that he encountered Lady Abdy in her Venetian palazzo—a meeting that forever altered their destinies. Family bonds were cherished by Lord Cowdray and Lady Anne Bridgeman as they navigated life's challenges together. Their love story resonates through time like a timeless melody. The allure of royalty beckons within these tales as well. Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester, graces our narrative alongside Mrs Maurice Bridgeman and her daughters—symbols of grace and refinement amidst regal surroundings. Captured through the lens of Madame Yevonde's artistry are Lady Anne Bridgeman and Lady Diana Abdy—women who exude elegance beyond compare. These portraits immortalize their beauty for generations to admire. Finally, we find ourselves transported to "A Conversation of Virtuosis. . at the Kings Arms. " This masterpiece created by Gawen Hamilton transports us back to a vibrant era when intellect thrived amidst lively discussions—an atmosphere surely familiar to those associated with the name 'Bridgeman. ' Through these glimpses into history, we uncover a captivating tale woven around individuals connected by the name 'Bridgeman.