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Earl Russell Collection

Earl Russell: A Controversial Figure in British Politics Earl Russell, also known as Lord John Russell

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Pembroke Lodge (engraving)

Pembroke Lodge (engraving)
5209361 Pembroke Lodge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pembroke Lodge. Illustration for Bow Bells Magazine, Vol I (1863).); © Look and Learn

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working-men's Exhibition, 1864. Creator: Unknown

Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working-men's Exhibition, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working-men's Exhibition, [Agricultural Hall, Islington], 1864. Foreign Secretary Russell said that the working classes of London were

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Lady John Russell's Assembly on Wednesday Evening, at Downing-Street - the Refreshment Room, 1850

Lady John Russell's Assembly on Wednesday Evening, at Downing-Street - the Refreshment Room, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Lady John Russell's Assembly on Wednesday Evening, at Downing-Street - the Refreshment Room, 1850. A party at 10 Downing Street...the official residence of the Premier [in London]...was honoured

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The Outrage on the Trent: Lord Lyons communicating Early Russell's despatch to Mr... 1862

The Outrage on the Trent: Lord Lyons communicating Early Russell's despatch to Mr... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Outrage on the Trent: Lord Lyons communicating Early Russell's despatch to Mr. Secretary Seward [US Secretary of State], 1862

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Earl Russell tried by his Peers for Bigamy, 18 July, the Lord High Steward reading the Sentence

Earl Russell tried by his Peers for Bigamy, 18 July, the Lord High Steward reading the Sentence (engraving)
1628831 Earl Russell tried by his Peers for Bigamy, 18 July, the Lord High Steward reading the Sentence (engraving) by Begg

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The Trial of Earl Russell for Bigamy (litho)

The Trial of Earl Russell for Bigamy (litho)
1037218 The Trial of Earl Russell for Bigamy (litho) by Macpherson, Douglas (1871-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trial of Earl Russell for Bigamy)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The Outrage on the Trent, Lord Lyons communicating Earl Russells Despatch to Mr Secretary Seward

The Outrage on the Trent, Lord Lyons communicating Earl Russells Despatch to Mr Secretary Seward (engraving)
1620094 The Outrage on the Trent, Lord Lyons communicating Earl Russells Despatch to Mr Secretary Seward (engraving) by English School

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, the Prime Ministers of Queen Victorias Reign (litho)

The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, the Prime Ministers of Queen Victorias Reign (litho)
1615760 The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, the Prime Ministers of Queen Victorias Reign (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Earl Russell

Earl Russell
LLM455524 Earl Russell by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Russell. Illustration from The Modern Portrait Gallery (Cassell, c 1880).); © Look and Learn

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Prime Minister 1846-1852 and 1865-1866 (litho)

Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Prime Minister 1846-1852 and 1865-1866 (litho)
3100144 Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Prime Minister 1846-1852 and 1865-1866 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord John Russell)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The trial of Earl Russell before his peers in the Royal Gallery of the House of Lords

The trial of Earl Russell before his peers in the Royal Gallery of the House of Lords, Westminster (litho)
3627109 The trial of Earl Russell before his peers in the Royal Gallery of the House of Lords, Westminster (litho) by Paget

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Liberal politician and Prime Minister (engraving)

Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Liberal politician and Prime Minister (engraving)
3638183 Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Liberal politician and Prime Minister (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord John Russell)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The late Earl Russell (engraving)

The late Earl Russell (engraving)
728903 The late Earl Russell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Earl Russell)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House (b / w photo)

The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House (b / w photo)
1062951 The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Home Rule Bill in the Lords)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Earl Russell (engraving)

Earl Russell (engraving)
669801 Earl Russell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl Russell. Illustration for The Imperial Dictionary of Universal Biography (William Mackenzie)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Lord John Russell (Earl Russell) (engraving)

Lord John Russell (Earl Russell) (engraving)
670542 Lord John Russell (Earl Russell) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord John Russell (Earl Russell)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working Mens Exhibition (engraving)

Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working Mens Exhibition (engraving)
614051 Earl Russell at the opening of the North London Working Mens Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Opening of the Peoples Park, Dundee (engraving)

Opening of the Peoples Park, Dundee (engraving)
1102738 Opening of the Peoples Park, Dundee (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Peoples Park, Dundee)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Caricature of Earl Russell (colour litho)

Caricature of Earl Russell (colour litho)
960351 Caricature of Earl Russell (colour litho) by Faustin (Faustin Betbeder) (1847-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell, Earl Russell)

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Lord John Russells house, Chesham-Place, 1845. Creator: Unknown

Lord John Russells house, Chesham-Place, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Lord John Russells house, Chesham-Place, 1845. Exterior of 37 Chesham Place, Belgravia, the London home of British politician and prime minister, John Russell, first Earl Russell

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Earl Russell, c1872. Creator: William Holl

Earl Russell, c1872. Creator: William Holl
Earl Russell, c1872. Portrait of John Russell, 1st Earl Russell (1792-1878), Whig and Liberal politician who served as Prime Minister twice during early Victorian era

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Seconding a Motion or The Party of the Movement, 1833. Creator: John Doyle

Seconding a Motion or The Party of the Movement, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
Seconding a Motion or The Party of the Movement. 1833. John William Ponsonby, 4th Earl of Bessborough; Charles Manners Sutton, 1st Viscount Canterbury; Edward Smith Stanley

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Receiving the Fatal News!, 1834. Creator: John Doyle

Receiving the Fatal News!, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Receiving the Fatal News!, 1834. George Eden, Earl of Auckland; John William Ponsonby, 4th Earl of Bessborough; Henry Brougham, 1st Baron Brougham and Vaux; John Hobhouse

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: The Irish Tutor, 1836. Creator: John Doyle

The Irish Tutor, 1836. Creator: John Doyle
The Irish Tutor, 1836. Satirical caricature of British politicians: John William Ponsonby, Earl of Bessborough; George William Frederick Howard, Earl of Carlisle; Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Creator: John Doyle

Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Creator: John Doyle
Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Satire depicting British politicians as animals. The sheep (or lamb) may be William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, who served as Home Secretary

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British statesman, c1861 (1936)

John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British statesman, c1861 (1936)
John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British statesman, c1861 (1936). From William Ewart Gladstone and His Contemporaries, Vol. II, 1840-1854, by Thomas Archer, F.R.H.S

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Award of Prizes at the Dublin International Exhibition: Address by Earl Russell, Ireland

Award of Prizes at the Dublin International Exhibition: Address by Earl Russell, Ireland, 1865

Background imageEarl Russell Collection: Award of Prizes at the Dublin International Exhibition: Address by Earl Russell, Ireland

Award of Prizes at the Dublin International Exhibition: Address by Earl Russell, Ireland, 1865


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Earl Russell: A Controversial Figure in British Politics Earl Russell, also known as Lord John Russell, was a prominent British politician who served as the Prime Minister during Queen Victoria's reign. Born into a prestigious family, he held significant influence and faced both triumphs and trials throughout his career. One notable event that stained Earl Russell's reputation was his trial for bigamy on July 18th. Depicted in engravings and lithographs, the trial showcased the Lord High Steward reading the sentence against him. This scandalous affair captivated public attention and left an indelible mark on his legacy. Despite this setback, Earl Russell remained an influential figure within political circles. His involvement in key legislative matters such as The Home Rule Bill demonstrated his commitment to reforming governance structures. In photographs capturing some members of the Upper House during debates over this bill they can be seen actively participating in discussions. Throughout his life, Earl Russell maintained close ties with other prominent politicians of the time. Engravings depict him alongside William Ewart Gladstone, another renowned Prime Minister of Queen Victoria's era. These images serve as a testament to their shared dedication to serving their country. The late Earl Russell is remembered not only for his political achievements but also for enduring controversies that shadowed his career. Despite facing trials before peers in the Royal Gallery of the House of Lords, he continued to fight for causes he believed in until his last days. Earl Russell remains an intriguing figure whose life encompassed both triumphs and scandals within British politics. From engraving depictions of pivotal moments like his trial for bigamy to photographs showcasing him engaging with fellow politicians during important debates – these visual representations provide glimpses into a complex man who played a significant role during Queen Victoria's reign.