Lord Chancellor Collection (page 9)

Sir Edward Coke (1552-1634) (engraving)
XJF377157 Sir Edward Coke (1552-1634) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: justice to the Kings Bench; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (engraving)
XJF349400 Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Charles Pratt, 1st Earl of Camden, from The National and Domestic History of
KW329992 Charles Pratt, 1st Earl of Camden, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

Thomas Erskine, from The National and Domestic History of England by William
KW329983 Thomas Erskine, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

Edward Thurlow, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho)
KW310895 Edward Thurlow, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord John Somers, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825
KW310880 Lord John Somers, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Thomas Egerton, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho)
KW310875 Thomas Egerton, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Necessitas Non Habet Leges, or the Nauseous Pill, 1823 (hand-coloured engraving)
XCF306879 Necessitas Non Habet Leges, or the Nauseous Pill, 1823 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The late Lord Westbury, Ex-Lord Chancellor (engraving)
XJF3058107 The late Lord Westbury, Ex-Lord Chancellor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Bethell)

The Lord Justices of England, 1695 (engraving)
XJF2920763 The Lord Justices of England, 1695 (engraving) by White, Robert (1645-1703); Private Collection; (add.info.: Their Excellencies the Lords Justices of England)

John Somers, engraved by Geremia, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors
KW287961 John Somers, engraved by Geremia, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume IV, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

Sir Francis Bacon, illustration from Old Englands Worthies by Lord Brougham
KW292364 Sir Francis Bacon, illustration from Old Englands Worthies by Lord Brougham, published c.1880 (engraving) by English School

Thomas Wolsey, illustration from Old Englands Worthies by Lord Brougham, published c
KW292359 Thomas Wolsey, illustration from Old Englands Worthies by Lord Brougham, published c.1880 (engraving) by English School

Sir Francis Bacon (engraving)
KW276229 Sir Francis Bacon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1st Viscount of St)

Wolsey at Leicester (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF271601 Wolsey at Leicester (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1472-1530)); English, out of copyright

Henry Boyle, Lord Carleton engraved by Jacobus Houbraken, 1740 (engraving)
XJF2604333 Henry Boyle, Lord Carleton engraved by Jacobus Houbraken, 1740 (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Sir Christopher Hatton (1540-91) from Lodges British Portraits
KW181442 Portrait of Sir Christopher Hatton (1540-91) from Lodges British Portraits, 1823 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Arrest of Judge Jeffreys (1648-89) 1689 (engraving) (b&w photo)
XJF105831 The Arrest of Judge Jeffreys (1648-89) 1689 (engraving) (b&w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

1218212; out of copyright

1144388; out of copyright

Francis Bacon, 1st Baronet (1561-1626) from Gallery of Portraits, published in 1833
KW189082 Francis Bacon, 1st Baronet (1561-1626) from Gallery of Portraits, published in 1833 (engraving) by English School

Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) (engraving)
KW166447 Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Goodbye to Judge Clark, from St. Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon
XCF136716 Goodbye to Judge Clark, from St. Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon, 8 Dec 1888 (colour litho) by Merry, Tom (c.1852-1902); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

ALEXANDER WEDDERBURN (1733-1805). 1st Earl of Rosslyn. Scottish statesman. Detail of a painting by Sir Joshua Reynolds, 1785

HENRY BARTLE FRERE (1815-1884). 1st Baronet. British colonial administrator in India
JOHN FREEMAN-MITFORD (1805-1886). 1st Earl of Redesdale, 2nd Baron Redesdale. English member of the House of Lords and Protestant controversialist. Photograph, 1876

RICHARD HALDANE (1856-1928). English politician, lawyer, and philosopher. Drawing by William Rothenstein, 1916

FARRER HERSCHELL (1837-1899). Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain, 1886 and 1892-1895. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, c1890

SIR CHRISTOPHER HATTON (1540-1591). Lord Chancellor and a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. Panel by an unkown artist

BRITISH CARTOON, 1789. --Affairs. The sweet prospect behind us, or The outs in office. Etching and aquatint cartoon by William Dent, 1789

Portrait of Thomas Wolsey
Thomas Wolsey (c1475 - 1530) English prelate and statesman. Archbishop of York 1514, Cardinal and Lord Chancellor of England 1515. Engraving

Portrait of William Warham
William Warham (c1450 - 1532) English churchman and statesman. Archbishop of Canterbury. Lord Chancellor under Henry VII and at the beginning of the reign of Henry VIII

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"The Lord Chancellor: A Historical Figure in the Realm of Law and Politics" The role of the Lord Chancellor holds a significant place in British history, embodying power, wisdom, and influence. From Sir Thomas More to Charles Lord Talbot, this caption explores the diverse personalities who have held this esteemed position throughout the centuries. Sir Thomas More, known for his unwavering principles and moral compass, served as Lord Chancellor in 1527. His portrait by Hans Holbein the Younger captures his intellectual depth and devotion to justice. Cardinal Wolsey was another prominent figure who held the title during the early 1500s. An enigmatic character depicted in an unknown artist's painting from 1890, he symbolizes both ambition and downfall. Heneage Finch, 1st Earl of Nottingham, Baron Finch Of Daventry exemplified a different era as Lord Chancellor from 1621-1682. The book "Lodges British Portraits" published in London in 1823 immortalizes his image alongside other notable figures. Lord Brougham's railway nightmare showcases how even those holding high office can be plagued by anxieties. This intriguing piece reflects on a unique aspect of being a Lord Chancellor - dealing with unexpected challenges beyond legal matters. The cabinet of Ramsay MacDonald captured in 1935 provides insight into political dynamics during that time period. Though not specifically focused on their roles as Lords Chancellors, it reminds us that these individuals were part of broader governmental structures shaping Britain's destiny. Sir Thomas More bids farewell to his daughter through color lithographs while another engraving portrays him observing monks going to execution from prison windows. These poignant images depict moments when personal convictions clashed with official duties – illustrating dilemmas faced by many Lords Chancellors throughout history. A letter from Charles II to Chancellor Lord Clarendon dated June 7th, 1662 serves as a reminder of the correspondence that shaped legal and political decisions.