Lichnowsky Collection

Prince Lichnowsky at the Foreign Office, London, 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Prince Lichnowsky at the Foreign Office, London, 1914, (c1920). The German Ambassadors Last Call - Prince Lichnowsky knocking at the door of the Foreign Office, London

German Ambassador Prince Lichnowsky leaves London
Following Britains declaration of war on Germany, the German Ambassador to London, Karl Max, Prince Lichnowsky leaves the Embassy

The brass plate at the German Embassy removed during WWI
A sign of diplomatic relations breaking down at the outbreak of World War One was the removal of the brass plate at the German Embassy in London

Princess Lichnowsky, wife of German ambassador, 1914
Wife of the Departed Ambassador - A Charming Teuton. The Sketch features photographs of Princess Mechthilde Lichnowsky, wife of the German Ambassador, Prince Karl Max Lichkowsy, who

Incomings and outgoings on the outbreak of WW1
Incomings and outgoings on the outbreak of the First World War. Top left: Earl Roberts, walking to the House of Commons. Top right: Viscount Morley

Prince Lichnowsky leaves London
Following Britains declaration of war on Germany, the German Ambassador to London, Karl Max, Prince Lichnowsky leaves the Embassy

PRINCE KARL LICHNOWSKY (1756-1814). Austrian aristocrat; patron of Ludwig van Beethoven. Oil portrait by an anonymous artist

BEETHOVEN: MANUSCRIPT. Title page, with dedication to Prince Karl Max, Furst von Lichnowsky, of Ludwig van Beethovens Grand Sonata for Piano, C Minor, Opus 13

Foreign Office War Declaration
A letter to Prince Lichnowsky, German ambassador, from Foreign Secretary Sir Edward Grey at the British Foreign Office informing him of the outbreak of World War One

German ambassador leaving London
Photograph of Prince Charles Max Lichnowsky, German ambassador to Great Britain since 1912, shortly after the war was officially declared by Great Britain on August 4th 1914

Prince Assassinated
Prinz Lichnowsky and general von Auerswald are assassinated by insurgents during the street fighting in Frankfurt

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"Prince Lichnowsky: A Diplomatic Figure Amidst World War I" In this captivating snapshot from 1914, we catch a glimpse of Prince Lichnowsky at the Foreign Office in London. As an esteemed German Ambassador, he played a significant role in the intricate web of international relations during one of history's most tumultuous periods. The image captures the essence of a man navigating treacherous waters as war looms on the horizon. Little did he know that soon after this photograph was taken, he would bid farewell to London, leaving behind memories and uncertainties alike. During these trying times, even physical symbols were not spared from the ravages of conflict. The removal of the brass plate at the German Embassy serves as a stark reminder that diplomatic ties were severed when hostilities erupted across Europe. But amidst all this chaos and upheaval, there is another side to Prince Lichnowsky's story - his devoted wife Princess Lichnowsky stands by his side in solidarity. Together they faced an uncertain future with grace and resilience. This image also sheds light on the broader context surrounding Prince Lichnowsky's departure from London. It symbolizes both incoming and outgoing diplomats caught up in the whirlwind unleashed by World War I – their roles forever altered by events beyond their control. Interestingly enough, Prince Felix Lichnowsky shares his family name with his distinguished ancestor Karl Max von Lichnowsky – an Austrian aristocrat who famously supported Ludwig van Beethoven as his patron. This connection highlights how history intertwines different eras through familial legacies. As we delve deeper into Prince Lichnowsky's life story, it becomes evident that he was more than just a diplomat; he had connections to art and culture too. The dedication made by Beethoven himself on a manuscript title page speaks volumes about their relationship – one built upon mutual admiration and respect for each other's talents.