Marquess Of Lansdowne Collection

Henry Charles Keith Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, 1920. Artist: Philip A de Laszlo
Henry Charles Keith Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, 1920. Henry Charles Keith Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne (1845-1927)

Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, Victorian British statesman
Vintage illustration Vanity fair caricature of Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, British statesman who served successively as Governor General of Canada, Viceroy of India

New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Creator: Unknown
New London Cries or all the talents making themselves useful!, published May 1807. Intended as a Frontispiece to the Satirical Poem of all the Talents'

The Viceroy's Tour in Kashmir - The Procession of Boats with His Excellency, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The Viceroy's Tour in Kashmir - The Procession of Boats with His Excellency nearing the Sumbul Bridge on the way to Srinagar, 1891. From "The Graphic

Movers and Seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament in answer to the Queen's Speech: the Earl of Shelburne, 1862

The Marchioness of Lansdowne, 1888. Creator: Unknown
The Marchioness of Lansdowne, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

His Excellency the Maquis of Lansdowne; New Viceroy of India, 1888. Creator: Unknown
His Excellency the Maquis of Lansdowne; New Viceroy of India, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

The Viceroys of India since the Days of the "Honourable East India Company"(engraving)
1063098 The Viceroys of India since the Days of the " Honourable East India Company" (engraving) by English School

The New Coalition Cabinet (engraving)
1056345 The New Coalition Cabinet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Coalition Cabinet)

The Foundation-Stone of the St Thomas Charterhouse Schools, laid by the Marquess of Lansdowne, on Wednesday (engraving)
1607434 The Foundation-Stone of the St Thomas Charterhouse Schools, laid by the Marquess of Lansdowne, on Wednesday (engraving) by English School

The Most Noble The Marquis of Lansdowne, c1907. Creator: Russell & Sons
The Most Noble The Marquis of Lansdowne, c1907. Portrait of British politician and colonial administrator Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne (1845-1927)

William Fitz-Maurice Petty, First Marquis of Lansdowne, c1766, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of Irish-born British Whig statesman William Petty

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

Malagrida driving post, 1792. Artist: James Gillray
Malagrida driving post, 1792. A carriage driving at a gallop down St Jamess Street, London, towards the gateway of St Jamess Palace

John Bull and the sinking fund, 1807. Artist: James Gillray
John Bull and the sinking fund, 1807. A p(r)etty scheme for reducing the taxes and paying off the National Debt; showing John Bull on his hands and knees on a flat rock

The bay window, Boodles Club, London, c1900 (1901). Boodles is a London gentlemens club founded in 1762 by Lord Shelburne, later Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Lansdowne House, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: J Shury
Lansdowne House, Westminster, London, 1815. The residence of the Marquess of Lansdowne, designed by Robert Adam

Bowood House, Wiltshire, 1811. Artist: J Storer
Bowood House, Wiltshire, 1811. Originally built in the 1720s, the house has interiors designed by Robert Adam and stands in what is regarded as one of Capability Browns finest parks

Lord Shelburne, 18th century British Whig statesman, c1880. William Petty (1737-1805), 2nd Earl of Shelburne agreed to accept the office of Home Secretary in Lord Rockinghams government in 1782

Lord Lansdowne statue, Red Road, Calcutta, India, early 20th century. Artist: Newman
Lord Lansdowne statue, Red Road, Calcutta, India, early 20th century. Postcard showing an equestrian statue of Henry Charles Keith Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne (1845-1927)

Bowood Park, Wiltshire, home of the Marquess of Lansdowne, c1880. Originally built in the 1720s, the house has interiors designed by Robert Adam

The Marquess of Lansdowne, 19th century. Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice, 3rd Marquess of Lansdowne (1780-1863), British politician

William Petty, 1st Marquess of Lansdowne, British Whig statesman, (1832). Artist: H Robinson
William Petty, 1st Marquess of Lansdowne, British Whig statesman, (1832). Portrait of Petty (1737-1805) in ermine robes

The English Jesuit, October 7, 1771. Creator: Matthew Darly
The English Jesuit, October 7, 1771

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"The Marquess of Lansdowne: A Victorian British Statesman and Viceroy of India" Henry Charles Keith Petty-Fitzmaurice, the 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, was a prominent figure in British politics during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in 1845, he inherited his title from his father, William Fitz-Maurice Petty, the first Marquess of Lansdowne. Lansdowne served as Viceroy of India from 1888 to 1894 and played a crucial role in shaping British policies in the subcontinent. His tenure witnessed significant developments such as railway expansion and administrative reforms that aimed to modernize India. As a statesman, Lansdowne was known for his diplomatic skills and commitment to public service. He held various positions within the government, including Secretary of State for War and Foreign Secretary. His contributions were recognized by being appointed Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George. The marquess' influence extended beyond politics; he also had an interest in education. In one instance, he laid the foundation stone for St Thomas Charterhouse Schools—an event captured in an engraving depicting his involvement. Throughout history, several portraits have immortalized this distinguished figure. One such artwork by Philip A de Laszlo showcases him as a young man in 1920—a testament to his enduring legacy. From serving as viceroy to being depicted alongside other notable figures like John Bull—the personification of England—Lansdowne's impact on both domestic affairs and imperial governance cannot be understated.