Lordship Collection

Walter Passmore / Iolanthe
WALTER PASSMORE Comic actor and singer, best known for his Gilbert & Sullivan roles, seen here in Iolanthe

LCC-MFB Dulwich fire station
Built by the London County Council, Dulwich fire station was located at 250 Lordship Lane, Forest Hill. It was closed in 1947

LCC-MFB firefighters at Dulwich fire station
Opened in 1892, Dulwich fire station was located at 250 Lordship Lane. The firefighters pose on the horse drawn steamer whilst a child looks out the first floor window

Butler Advises Wooster
It might be judicious, said Jeeves, " if you were to attempt to persuade his lordship that the spirit in which you embraced Miss Stoker was a purely brotherly one."

Shobdon Court, Hereford - The Lord Bateman, 1910. Shobdon Court is a grade II listed building in Shobdon, Herefordshire, England

Horse and drunk huntsman crashing through a shop window, 19th century. Caingey Thornton in hunting pinks on Hercules, followed by Mr. Sponge on Multum in Parvo

Mathias Rosenblad (1758-1847), baron and count, one of the Lords of the Kingdom... 1801
Mathias Rosenblad (1758-1847), baron and count, one of the Lords of the Kingdom, Minister of Justice, married to Charlotte Maria Toutin 1801, 1801

Hindola Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), Late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Hindola Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), Late 17th century

Stefan Schlick, (1487-1526), c17th century. Creator: David Frumerie
Stefan Schlick, (1487-1526), c17th century

Study after the portrait of a lord of Naaldwijk, 1869-1925. Creator: Antoon Derkinderen
Study after the portrait of a lord of Naaldwijk, 1869-1925

Funada Nyudo Yoshimasa Grappling with Sachujo Nitta Yoshisada in Midair, 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Funada Nyudo Yoshimasa Grappling with Sachujo Nitta Yoshisada in Midair, 1886. From Yoshitoshi's Warriors Trembling with Courage

The Duke of Newcastle, K.G. - from a photograph by John Watkins, Parliament-Street, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Duke of Newcastle, K.G. - from a photograph by John Watkins, Parliament-Street, 1860. Portrait of the Right Hon. Henry Pelham Fiennes-Pelham-Clinton...In 1834-35, being then Earl of Lincoln

Lord Robert Brooke, unknown date. Creator: Unknown
Lord Robert Brooke, unknown date

Lucas and Clarisse, 1769. Creator: Reinier Vinkeles
Lucas and Clarisse, 1769. Lord and lady entering a house

Hieronymus Josephus Boudaen, Lord of St Laurens and Popkensburg, 1700-1750. Creator: Johan George Collasius
Hieronymus Josephus Boudaen, Lord of St Laurens and Popkensburg, 1700-1750

Jacob de Graeff (1642-90). In the Uniform of an Officer, 1670-1681. Creator: Gerard Terborch II
Jacob de Graeff (1642-90). In the Uniform of an Officer, 1670-1681

Godard van Reede (1588-1648), Lord of Nederhorst. Delegate of the Province of Utrecht at the Peace C Creator
Godard van Reede (1588-1648), Lord of Nederhorst. Delegate of the Province of Utrecht at the Peace Conference at Munster (1646-48), 1646-1648

Gustaf Mauritz Armfelt and Carl Adam Wrangel of Adinal, c18th century. Creator: Per Hillestrom
Gustaf Mauritz Armfelt and Carl Adam Wrangel of Adinal, c18th century

Adriaan Pauw, 1585-1653, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Adriaan Pauw, 1585-1653, c17th century

Johan, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Johan, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Johan, (third) lord of Culemborg. With coat of arms of Culemborg and Beusichem. From an illustrated manuscript with the genealogy of the lords

Johan II, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Johan II, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Johan II, eighth lord of Culemborg. With quartered coat of arms of Culemborg and Van de Leck

Johan I, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Johan I, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Johan I van Bosinchem, sixth lord of Culemborg. Red breeches, blue stockings and long fur mantle, with the coat of arms of Culemborg

Jasper, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Jasper, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Jasper, thirteenth lord of Culemborg. With quartered coat of arms of Culemborg and Van der Leck

Hubrecht, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Hubrecht, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Hubrecht van Beusechim, (second) lord of Culemborg. With coat of arms of Beusichem

Hubrecht V, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Hubrecht V, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Hubrecht V, tenth lord of Culemborg. With coat of arms of Culemborg and Van de Leck

Hubrecht III van Bosinchem, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Hubrecht III van Bosinchem, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Fifth lord of Culemborg, in armour with halberd in the right hand and the coat of arms of Culemborg

Hubrecht II, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Hubrecht II, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Hubrecht II, fourth lord of Culemborg. With coat of arms of Culemborg. From an illustrated manuscript with the genealogy of the lords

Gerrit I, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Gerrit I, Lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Gerrit I, ninth lord of Culemborg. In suit of armour with halberd in the right hand and the quartered coat of arms of Culemborg

Erard van Pallandt, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Erard van Pallandt, lord of Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Erard (also Erhard or Gerhard), lord of Pallandt and Culemborg. Holding quartered coat of arms

The Ratification of the Treaty of Münster, 1648. Creator: Gerard Terborch II
The Ratification of the Treaty of Munster, 1648

Portrait of Reinoud III of Brederode, c.1545. Creator: Jan van Scorel
Portrait of Reinoud III of Brederode, c.1545. Other Title(s): Reinout III van Brederode (1493-1556), Lord of Vianen. Deacon in the Order of the Golden Fleece, Counselor and Chamberlain to Charles V

Portrait of Jan Hendrik van Heemskerck, Count of the Holy Roman Empire, Lord of Achttienhoven, Den Bosch and Eyndschoten, Captain of the Citizenry of Amsterdam (Johan Hendrik Graaf Van Heemskerk)

Portrait of Johan Willem Parker, Lord of Saamslag, Geersdijk, Wissekerke, Cats and Soelekerke, Burgomaster of Middelburg, Deputy of Walcheren in Zeeland, 1746

Portrait of Gerrit van der Pot, Lord of Groeneveld, Art Collector in Rotterdam, 1800-1807

Portrait of Ernest de Beveren, Lord of West-IJsselmonde and De Lindt, 1685. Creator: Aert de Gelder
Portrait of Ernest de Beveren, Lord of West-IJsselmonde and De Lindt, 1685. Other Title(s): Ernestus van Beveren (1660-1722), Lord of West-Ysselmonde and de Lindt, Alderman

Portrait of Lieutenant-General Godard van Reede, Lord of Amerongen, 1690-1703. Creator: Adriaen van der Werff
Portrait of Lieutenant-General Godard van Reede, Lord of Amerongen, 1690-1703

Portrait of François van Aerssen, Lord of Sommelsdijk, Vice-Admiral of Holland and West-Friesland
Portrait of Francois van Aerssen, Lord of Sommelsdijk, Vice-Admiral of Holland and West-Friesland, 1728

Portrait of Coenraad van Heemskerck, Count of the Holy Roman Empire, Lord of Achttienhoven and Den B Creator
Portrait of Coenraad van Heemskerck, Count of the Holy Roman Empire, Lord of Achttienhoven and Den Bosch, 1750

Portrait of Arent Franckensz van der Meer, Lord of Pendrecht, called Malicious Aertje, c.1550-c.1560 Creator: Anon
Portrait of Arent Franckensz van der Meer, Lord of Pendrecht, called Malicious Aertje, c.1550-c.1560

Govert van Slingelandt (1623-90), lord of Dubbeldam. With his first wife Christina van Beveren and t Creator
Govert van Slingelandt (1623-90), lord of Dubbeldam. With his first wife Christina van Beveren and their two sons, 1657

Portrait of Cornelis van Aerssen (1600/02-1662), Lord of Sommelsdijk, 1658. Creator: Adriaen Hanneman
Portrait of Cornelis van Aerssen (1600/02-1662), Lord of Sommelsdijk, 1658. Other Title(s): Portrait of Cornelis van Aerssen (1600/02-1662), Lord of Sommels, Colonel of Cavalry

Portrait of Jacob Baron van Wassenaer, Lord of Obdam, Lieutenant-Admiral of Holland... 1640-1665
Portrait of Jacob Baron van Wassenaer, Lord of Obdam, Lieutenant-Admiral of Holland and West-Friesland, 1640-1665

Portrait of Willem van Oldenbarneveldt, Lord of Stoutenburg, Cavalry Captain in Spanish... 1634. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Willem van Oldenbarneveldt, Lord of Stoutenburg, Cavalry Captain in Spanish and Dutch Service, 1634

Portrait of Daniel de Hertaing (?-1625), Lord of Marquette, c.1612-c.1633

Portrait of Willem Adriaen (?-1625), Count of Hornes, Lord of Kessel and Westwezel, c.1616-c.1633

Portrait of Anthonis van Utenhove (?-1625), Lord of Rijnesteyn, 1619. Creator: Paulus Moreelse (workshop of)
Portrait of Anthonis van Utenhove (?-1625), Lord of Rijnesteyn, 1619

Portrait of Joost de Zoete (?-1589), Lord of Villers, c.1609-c.1633. Creator: Workshop of Jan Antonisz van Ravesteyn
Portrait of Joost de Zoete (?-1589), Lord of Villers, c.1609-c.1633

Portrait of François de la Noue (1531-91), Lord of Teligny, called ‘Bras de Fer'... c.1609-c.1633. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Francois de la Noue (1531-91), Lord of Teligny, called Bras de Fer and le Bayard Huguenot, c.1609-c.1633

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"Exploring the Essence of Lordship: From Walter Passmore to Iolanthe" In the heart of Dulwich, a historic neighborhood in London, stands the LCC-MFB Dulwich fire station. This iconic landmark has witnessed countless heroic acts by LCC-MFB firefighters who have dedicated their lives to protecting this community. But what does it mean to hold the title of "lordship"? Let us delve into its multifaceted nature and discover its significance throughout history. Drawing inspiration from Walter Passmore's timeless play, Iolanthe, we find ourselves immersed in a world where lords and ladies reign supreme. The grandeur and power associated with it can epitomized through extravagant events such as Lord Shaftesbury's Funeral at Westminster or the majestic Ceremony of Feudal Service during the 9th-10th century. However, lordship is not merely confined to pompous ceremonies or aristocratic gatherings and can also be found in unexpected places like Shobdon Court in Hereford - home to The Lord Bateman back in 1910. This picturesque estate serves as a reminder that even within rural landscapes, lordship leaves an indelible mark on society. Lord Brougham of England graces our thoughts with his enigmatic presence captured by an unknown artist between 1860-1865. His image evokes curiosity about how individuals attain such esteemed positions and how they navigate their responsibilities once bestowed upon them. The concept extends beyond geographical boundaries too; it transcends time and cultures. A vivid lithograph depicting Typical German States before and since the French Revolution showcases how political structures evolve while still preserving elements of authority associated with lordships. Yet amidst all these grandiose depictions lies humor intertwined with social commentary. A colorful lithograph portrays a horse-drawn carriage carrying a drunk huntsman crashing through a shop window – reminding us that even those entrusted with great power are not immune to folly.