Landladies Collection

Antoine d'orleans, Duke of Montpensier hunting in the Donana, 19th century (oil on canvas)
CUL4934621 Antoine d'orleans, Duke of Montpensier hunting in the Donana, 19th century (oil on canvas); (add.info.: by Antonio Maria Luis de Orleans, Duke of (1824-1890)

Sir Edmund Buckley, 1860 (engraving)
1579677 Sir Edmund Buckley, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of Sir Edmund Buckley, 1st Baronet (1834-1910) English landowner and Conservative politician who sat in the House of Commons

Camp Comanche, 1844 (b/w photo)
7133828 Camp Comanche, 1844 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Camp Comanche, 1844); GG Vintage Images; UIG.

Landowners in conversation, 1828
3480345 Landowners in conversation, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of landowners in conversation; Rajasthan, India, By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Irish peasants evicted from thier home by the landlord
7261252 Irish peasants evicted from thier home by the landlord; Private Collection; (add.info.: Irish peasants evicted from thier home by the landlord for non-payment of rent, 19th century)

The Cottage': Mr Punch urging a country landowner to raise the standard of housing for his labourers at least to
527859 The Cottage': Mr Punch urging a country landowner to raise the standard of housing for his labourers at least to that of his horses. John Leech cartoon from 'Punch', London, 1861

Landlady retires. Teesside. 1976

Landlady retires, Royal George, Thornaby. 1972

Saltburn landlady, Manor House, Private Hotel. 1976

Saltburn landlady beats energy crisis, The Ship. 1974

John Murray (1755-1830), 4th Duke of Atholl, 1826 (oil on canvas)
7333472 John Murray (1755-1830), 4th Duke of Atholl, 1826 (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); 266.7x175.2 (framed) cm; Perth Museum & Art Gallery, Scotland; (add.info.: Artist: Lawrence)

The Peasant Lawyer (oil on panel)
490284 The Peasant Lawyer (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638) (after); 54.7x87.5 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

New Inn landlord and landlady. 1975

South Bank landlady of Cleveland retires. 1976

Landladies at the seaside resort Skegness who are taking part in a show put on by the Skegness Hoteliers Assocation. They are known locally as the " Heavy Brigade"

A new organisation for licensees wives has been formed in Coventry. The Coventry Association of Licensees Ladies (CALL) is a breakaway movemnet of the Coventry & dsitrict LIcensed Victuallers

1920s, UK, The Passing Show, Magazine Cover

Getting Fed Up
Cartoon, Getting Fed Up. A landlady fishing for supplies such as cod and oyster sauce. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evan"

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In the world of hospitality, landladies have played a significant role throughout history. These remarkable women have been the backbone of countless establishments, ensuring that guests feel at home and creating memorable experiences. One such notable event took place in Teesside in 1976 when a beloved landlady retired after years of dedicated service. Her departure marked the end of an era for the Royal George in Thornaby, where she had become a cherished figure within the community. Meanwhile, another Saltburn landlady made headlines in 1974 by beating the energy crisis at her establishment, The Ship. Her resourcefulness and determination ensured that her guests were comfortable despite challenging circumstances. Looking back further into history, we find John Murray (1755-1830), 4th Duke of Atholl immortalized on canvas as he interacted with his trusted landlady. This painting serves as a reminder that even those in positions of power relied on these hardworking women to run their estates smoothly. Not all landladies operated grand establishments; some managed smaller venues like The Peasant Lawyer depicted on an oil panel. These unsung heroes provided essential services to their local communities while juggling various responsibilities. The year 1975 saw recognition for outstanding landlords and landladies at New Inn—an acknowledgment well-deserved for their tireless efforts to create welcoming environments for patrons. Similarly, South Bank bid farewell to its esteemed Cleveland retiree who had served as a pillar of support for many years. Her departure left behind fond memories and gratitude from both locals and visitors alike. Seaside resorts like Skegness also owe much to their enterprising landladies who not only accommodated tourists but also participated enthusiastically in shows organized by the community—a testament to their vibrant spirit and dedication beyond mere business transactions. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by licensees' wives, Coventry witnessed the formation of a new organization specifically catering to this group.