Livery Company Collection

A View of St. Pauls from the Thames, c. 1830-40 (oil on canvas)
3742550 A View of St. Pauls from the Thames, c.1830-40 (oil on canvas) by Chambers, George the Elder (1803-40); 37 x 25 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Worshipful Company of Skinners armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Skinners, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

Worshipful Company of Salters armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Salters, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

The Great Fire in the City: ruins of Haberdashers' Hall, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Great Fire in the City: ruins of Haberdashers' Hall, [City of London], 1864. 'In a conflagration of a calamitous extent...one of the oldest of our civic halls - that of

Staalmeesters. After Rembrandt, from 1876 until 1877. Creator: Ernst Josephson
Staalmeesters. After Rembrandt, from 1876 until 1877. Sampling Officials (Dutch: De Staalmeesters), also called Syndics of the Drapers Guild (Dutch)

View of Ironmongers Hall on Fenchurch Street in London, 1753. Creator: Thomas Bowles
View of Ironmongers Hall on Fenchurch Street in London, 1753

'Sir Thomas Pilkington, thrice Lord Mayor of London; Obit 1691, 1812. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Sir Thomas Pilkington, thrice Lord Mayor of London; Obit 1691, 1812. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to

No. 67. - Silver Cup given by Charles II. to the Barber-Surgeons Company, 1850. Creator: Unknown
No. 67. - Silver Cup given by Charles II. to the Barber-Surgeons Company, 1850. Item from an exhibition of mediaeval and ancient art, in London:..cup of silver gilt, given by Henry VIII

Clothworkers Company's Cup (Pepys's), 1850. Creator: Unknown
Clothworkers Company's Cup (Pepys's), 1850. Item from an Exhibition of Ancient and Mediaeval Art at the Society of Arts, in John-street, Adelphi, [London]

The Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution at Wood Green, near Hornsey, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution at Wood Green, near Hornsey, [London], 1862....the institution [on Green Lanes] was originated by a few working men or journeymen in the fish

London Bridge, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
London Bridge, c1900s. Traffic on London Bridge over the River Thames, with Fishmongers Hall on the left, the church of St Magnus the Martyr on the right, and the Monument behind

Portrait of Queen Elizabeth... c1441-1689, (1948). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Queen Elizabeth, Wife of Edward IV and Member of the Skinners Fraternity of Our Ladys Assumption, c1441-1689, (1948)

The Plantation of Ulster, 17th century, (1948). Creator: Unknown
The Plantation of Ulster, 17th century, (1948). Map: Plan of lands belonging to the Companies of London in Ireland. The Plantation of Ulster was the organised colonisation (plantation)

Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

Worshipful Company of Mercers armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Mercers, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

Worshipful Company of Haberdashers armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Haberdashers, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

Worshipful Company of Merchant Taylors armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Merchant Taylors, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

Swan upping on the Thames, 20th century. Swan upping is an annual ceremonial census of mute swans on the River Thames that dates from the 12th century

Fishmongers Hall, London, England
6317590 Fishmongers Hall, London, England by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fishmongers Hall, London, England, 19th century)

Worshipful Company of Fishmongers armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Fishmongers, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

Worshipful Company of Drapers armorial
This is the coat of arms of the Worshipful Company of Drapers, as presented in a publication dated around 1800. The Worshipful Companies are trade associations based in the City of London

Magnificent staircase of Grocers Hall in the City of London, and the great Flemish bell named Martin (b / w photo)
3637590 Magnificent staircase of Grocers Hall in the City of London, and the great Flemish bell named Martin (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Cloth Hall, New Street, London, engraved by Robert Havell, pub
XND70112 Cloth Hall, New Street, London, engraved by Robert Havell, pub. by Robinson & Son, Leeds, 1814 (engraving) by Walker, George (fl.1803-15) (after); Private Collection; English

Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic)
3849528 Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic) by English School; Society of Apothecaries, London

Exterior of Fishmongers Hall, St James Street, with a view of a Regularl Breakdown
3090240 Exterior of Fishmongers Hall, St James Street, with a view of a Regularl Breakdown, from The English Spy, pub. 1824 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank

Flag-hung Great Hall in which the Company of Grocers holds its banquets in the City of London (b / w photo)
3637589 Flag-hung Great Hall in which the Company of Grocers holds its banquets in the City of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic)
3849529 Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic) by English School; Society of Apothecaries, London

Invitation to the Tallow Chandlers Company ball, London (litho)
983770 Invitation to the Tallow Chandlers Company ball, London (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Invitation to the Tallow Chandlers Company ball, London)

Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic)
3849526 Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic) by English School; Society of Apothecaries, London

Coronation of the Master of the Girdlers Company of the City of London (b / w photo)
3637594 Coronation of the Master of the Girdlers Company of the City of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Annual ceremony to elect a new master of the Saddlers Company of the City of London (b / w photo)
3637592 Annual ceremony to elect a new master of the Saddlers Company of the City of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Invitation to a meeting of the Worshipful Company of Mercers at Marcers Hall, City of London, 1807 (litho)
3639792 Invitation to a meeting of the Worshipful Company of Mercers at Marcers Hall, City of London, 1807 (litho) by English School

The Industrious Prentice Grown Rich and Sheriff of London (Industry and Idleness, plate 8), September 30, 1747

The South Sea Scheme, 1722. Creator: William Hogarth
The South Sea Scheme, 1722

Lord Mayors Day - the Stationers Companys barge at Lambeth Palace, 1845. Annual flotilla of boats on the River Thames in London

The Lord Mayor taking water at the New Pier, Blackfriars Bridge, 1845. Annual celebration for the inauguration of a new Lord Mayor of London [Spectacle Maker John Johnson was chosen in 1845]

The Lord Mayors Show, 1845. Creator: Smyth
The Lord Mayors Show, 1845. Annual celebration for the inauguration of a new Lord Mayor of London: Spectacle Maker John Johnson was chosen in 1845

Portrait of the Right Hon. Michael Gibbs, Lord Mayor, 1844. Creator: Henry Anelay
Portrait of the Right Hon. Michael Gibbs, Lord Mayor, 1844. Michael Gibbs was inaugurated as Lord Mayor of the City of London in 1844. He belonged to the Fishmongers Company

Lord Mayors Show - the Man in Brass, 1844. Creator: Stephen Sly
Lord Mayors Show - the Man in Brass, 1844. Procession during the annual public parade to celebrate the inauguration of the Lord Mayor of the City of London

London Bridge, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
London Bridge, London, c1910. London Bridge over the River Thames, looking towards the City from Southwark. The bridge was designed by John Rennie, built of granite, and opened in 1831

London Bridge, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
London Bridge, late 19th-early 20th century. View of horse-drawn buses on London Bridge, looking towards the City from Southwark

London Bridge looking North, 1895. Creator: London Stereoscopic & Photographic Co
London Bridge Looking North, 1895. Traffic on London Bridge over the River Thames, with Fishmongers Hall on the left, the church of St Magnus the Martyr on the right, and the Monument behind

Lottery Drawing at Coopers Hall, 1809, (1948). Creator: Unknown
Lottery Drawing at Coopers Hall, 1809, (1948). Drawing of the state lottery in Coopers Hall, City of London. Officials sit on the platform, with audience witnessing the draw

Saint Cosimo and Saint Damian, Patron Saints of the Barber-Surgeons, 15th century, (1948). Early Christian martyrs Cosmas and Damian were Arab physicians, reputedly twin brothers

London Bridge, c1900s. Creator: Unknown
London Bridge, c1900s. View of horse-drawn buses on London Bridge, looking towards the City from Southwark. On the left of the bridge is Fishmongers Hall

London Bridge, 1900s. Creator: Unknown
London Bridge, 1900s. View of horse-drawn buses on London Bridge, looking towards Southwark from the City. On the right is Fishmongers Hall. Hand-coloured postcard

Magnificent Staircase of Grocers Hall and the Great Flemish Bell Named Martin, c1935. Staircase in the Hall of the Worshipful Company of Grocers

New Hall of the Ancient Company of Ironmongers in Aldersgate, c1935. Creator: Unknown
New Hall of the Ancient Company of Ironmongers in Aldersgate, c1935. Entrance to the Hall of the Worshipful Company of Ironmongers, one of the livery companies of the City of London

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Discover the rich history and heritage of London's livery companies through their magnificent armorials. The Worshipful Company of Skinners, with its intricate coat of arms, symbolizes the skilled craftsmen who worked with animal skins. The Salters' armorial represents the ancient trade in salt, a precious commodity in medieval times. Transport yourself to the bustling streets of c1900s London Bridge, captured by Eyre & Spottiswoode. This iconic landmark witnessed the comings and goings of merchants belonging to esteemed guilds such as the Goldsmiths, whose armorial reflects their expertise in working with precious metals. The Mercers' armorial showcases their status as one of London's premier trading companies. Step into Fishmongers Hall, an architectural gem that has hosted grand banquets for centuries on end. The Fishmongers' armorial pays homage to those who dealt in fish and seafood. Marvel at the opulent staircase within Grocers Hall adorned with Flemish bell named Martin - a testament to the wealth and influence held by members of this prestigious company. Cloth Hall on New Street stands as a reminder of London's vibrant textile industry; its engraved image immortalized by Robert Havell. Apothecaries were vital figures in medieval society, providing remedies for ailments both common and rare. Their ceramic tile proudly displays their coat of arms and motto – a symbol of knowledge and healing. These livery companies played an integral role in shaping London's commercial landscape throughout history. From skinners to goldsmiths, drapers to haberdashers – each guild left an indelible mark on society through their skills, tradesmanship, and philanthropy. Explore these captivating armories scattered across London’s historic buildings; they offer glimpses into a world where craftsmanship thrived alongside camaraderie among like-minded individuals dedicated to upholding tradition while embracing progress.