Britishness Collection

Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Number 1935
Front cover of The Illustrated London News conjuring up the pomp and pageantry of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of King George V with a parade of liveried riders

WW1 - The British Lion wide awake and ready for action
WW1 era postcard sent in December 1914 - By this stage, the British Lion (sat on a large Union flag was " wide awake" and ready for action. Date: 1914

Evening, 1925 (oil on canvas)
5043061 Evening, 1925 (oil on canvas) by Codrington, Isabel (1874-1943); 127x102 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: This is a domestic still-life scene of a kitchen table during the night)

Still life, 1918 (oil on canvas)
5043069 Still life, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Mooney, Edward Hartley (c.1878-1938); 51x61 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Domestic still life composition arranged on a white table top)

A young girl in a fabulously patriotic fancy dress costume as Britannia. Date: 1910s

Three female old age pensioners sit out in the sun, cooling their feet in buckets of water, with newspapers on their heads for shelter form the hot sun. Picture taken circa 1st July 1985

Trios Dogs, A Graphic Tale, with a Moral, for those who can find it out!, 1834. Creator
Trios Dogs, A Graphic Tale, with a Moral, for those who can find it out!, 1834. Prime minister Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington holding a bone labelled Power ; Governor-General of Canada John

Westminster Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Westminster Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, London, c1910. View of the Palace of Westminster and the clock tower housing Big Ben, with traffic on the bridge and a steamboat on the River Thames

Dedication to London Publicans, London, c1800
Sir John Barleycorn - Miss Hop...; c1800. Scene showing a stout man crowned with barley and poppies and bound in a sheaf of barley, sitting on the grass, smoking a long pipe

Extract of a letter from Lord Orrery to Dr Birch, 1746, (1840). Artist: John Boyle, Earl of Corke and Orrery
Extract of a letter from Lord Orrery to Dr Birch, on the character of the English nation, 1746, (1840). Illustration from Historical

WW1 - English Officers having tea on their way to the front
WW1 - English Officers having their afternoon tea (at 4:30pm on the dot) on their way to the front. They appear to have invited a French guest (far left)

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"Britishness: A Tapestry of History and Tradition" Step into the world of "britishness, " a term that encapsulates the essence of British culture, heritage, and identity. From iconic artworks like "Evening, 1925" and "Still life, 1918, " to historical events depicted in the Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Number 1935, this collection is a celebration of all things British. In times of adversity, such as during WW1, we see the indomitable spirit symbolized by "The British Lion wide awake and ready for action. " The image reminds us of the courage and resilience that defines Britain's history. But it's not just about grand gestures; it's also about everyday expressions of patriotism. Take for instance the young girl dressed as Britannia in her fabulously patriotic fancy dress costume from the 1910s. Her enthusiasm reflects a deep-rooted love for country that transcends generations. Art has always been an integral part of British culture. Trios Dogs' graphic tale from 1834 invites viewers to decipher its hidden moral message—a testament to both creativity and intellect. Meanwhile, Westminster Bridge and the Houses of Parliament stand tall in their timeless beauty—symbols representing democracy at its finest. Let us not forget those who have contributed to shaping Britain's character over centuries—the publicans honored in Dedication to London Publicans from around 1800 or Lord Orrery's letter from 1746 which offers insights into historical connections between influential figures. Britishness extends beyond borders too. In A Distinguished Foreign Friend from 1867, we witness international friendships forged through shared values—an embodiment of Britain's global influence throughout history. And amidst turmoil on the battlefield during WW1 or peaceful moments under sunny skies with three old age pensioners cooling their feet in buckets—we find unity among diverse individuals bound together by their unwavering commitment to being quintessentially British.