British Empire

The evacuation during WWII known as Operation Pied Piper started in 1939, organised by the Ministry of Health to protect people from the bombing in cities by moving over 3.5 million ...

Original vintage post-war London Underground Transport poster for London Whitehall featuring artwork by the notable British artist Fred Taylor (1875-1963) showing a street view with ...

They were awarded the Membership of the Order of The British Empire by the Queen around this time. Additional Information: Unframed Paper Size: 20x16'' Printed 2020 Silver Gelat...

She was given an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 1966 and a DBE (Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 2015.

Their journeys, both physical and emotional, took them across continents, from the Australian outback to the far reaches of the British Empire, where they challenged conventions and ...

The edition for the British Empire and the United States of America is limited to 125 copies.

The Liberty and Co. was established in 1875 by Arthur Lisenby Liberty with the intention of selling goods and furniture from all around the British empire. By the end of the XIX th ...

One of the founders of The Beatles, 16-time Grammy Award winner, Knight Bachelor and Commander of the Order of the British Empire. Painted in a modern style with brushes and a palett...

Built in the mid 18th century, Horse Guards was the main military headquarters for the British empire until 1858. It originally formed the entrance to the Palace of Whitehall and St.

The map itself would have shown the vast continent of Asia with its many countries, emphasizing areas of particular interest to the British, such as India, which was then part of the...

**The Tallis Series:** The series produced by Robert Montgomery Martin provided an extensive survey of the British Empire's colonies, catering to the British middle and upper classes...

The Atlantic Charter detailed how the War would eventually end, and has had long lasting implications such as the formation of The United Nations and the breakdown of the British Emp...

Original vintage anti-British World War Two propaganda poster issued in Fascist Italy - I principi di vita e di Stato Dell'Inghilterra.

A rare and symbolic artifact from the height of the British Empire, this "Lucky Coin" brooch dates to the reign of King George V (1910–1936).

A silver token displaying the royals in profile is embedded into the base of the glass, completing this impressive tribute to one of the most important coronations in the history of ...

Crafted with refined elegance in 18K Yellow Gold & Silver, lavishly embellished with rose cut diamonds of Top Wesselton quality – G colour, VS clarity – of impressive 1.50ct in tota...

The tribesmen also have hands on the staffs the king holds. 14" x 12 1/2" x 3" The Benin Kingdom in Africa existed until 1897 when it was annexed by the British Empire. This piece ...

This part of the map also extends into Central Asia, indicating areas labeled as 'Turkestan,' reflecting the interest and influence of the British Empire in the region. The southern...

Campaign furniture was originally designed as portable furniture for British officers on military campaigns and postings throughout the British Empire.

Sir Evan Meredith Jenkins GCIE KCSI (2 February 1896 – 1985) was a British colonial administrator and the last governor of the Punjab in the British Empire.

A Turner Prize nominee, his art has been exhibited globally, and he has received numerous honors, including a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE).

One of only 50 ever made, it is a fascinating tribute to one of the most controversial royals in the history of the British Empire. Numbered 30/50 and signed "T. Goode & Co.

Campaign furniture was developed in Britain for military officers and civil servants serving throughout the British Empire.

His work for Black’s atlases became widely respected across Europe and the British Empire and remains highly collectible today.

Therefore this spoon is one of those rare examples founded on the historical background of the British Empire. Additional information: Length: 5.15 inches, 12.88 cm.

Its purpose becomes clearer upon examining its design, which pays tribute to the military might and glory of the British Empire. The mirror is housed within an elegant oval frame mad...

Chadwick began receiving impressive accolades early in his career; in 1964 he was a named Commander of the Order of the British Empire, and a French Officier de l’Ordre des Arts et d...

The series including maps of various parts of the British Empire and beyond was not only a display of cartographic achievement but also a showcase of the reach and diversity of the B...

The style, scale (1:6,000,000), and nomenclature strongly suggest a publication date in the interwar years, when the British Empire in Africa was at its height. Condition summary: V...

Probably made in England circa 1870-80, from glorious imported Coromandel wood imported from the British Empire Colony of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka).

His most famous work is the British Empire Panels, a series of panels on the size of the British Empire created to adorn the Houses of Westminster but that were rejected by the Parli...

Pryse was commissioned in 1924 to create a series of lithographs for the British Empire Exhibition illustrating the extent and variety of life within the British Empire.

Pryse was commissioned in 1924 to create a series of lithographs for the British Empire Exhibition illustrating the extent and variety of life within the British Empire.

Pryse was commissioned in 1924 to create a series of lithographs for the British Empire Exhibition illustrating the extent and variety of life within the British Empire.

His reign encompassed many defining historical events, including the American Revolutionary War, the expansion of the British Empire, and the Napoleonic Wars. Despite periods of poli...

Albert Irvin Parade V, 2002 signed Irvin and dated '02 (on the canvas overlap) Acrylic on canvas 61.0 x 61.0 cm Albert Irvin's energetic paintings are among the most celebrated work...

Pryse was commissioned in 1924 to create a series of lithographs for the British Empire Exhibition illustrating the extent and variety of life within the British Empire.

Gillian Ayres Much is the Force of a Heaven Bread-Poesy, 1992 Screenprint in colours, with gouache 59 x 59.5 cm 23.3 x 23.5 inches Edition of 50 Gillian Ayres OBE (Officer of the Or...

Gillian Ayres Window, 1980 Signed and dated 'G Ayres 80' (lower right) Oil on paper 75 x 56 cm 29 ½ x 22 1⁄8 inches Gillian Ayres OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) wa...

Gillian Ayres Anadyomene, 1983 Signed and dated 'Gillian Ayres 83' (lower left) Oil on canvas 152.4 x 152.4 cm 60 x 60 inches Gillian Ayres OBE (Officer of the Order of the British ...

Lawrences masterpiece, The Altruists, (first exhibited at British Empire Exhibition, Wembley, 1924, then British Pavilion, 1925 Paris and now lost) showing First World War soldiers a...

By June 1945, there were over 190,000 members of the ATS from all across the British Empire and Commonwealth. Printed by Field Sons and Co Ltd, Bradford, for HM Stationery Office.

By June 1945, there were over 190,000 members of the ATS from all across the British Empire and Commonwealth. Printed for H.M.

The artist has selected the iconic landmark of Kolkata city, during the peak of the British Empire in India. This ethereal scene with the British Car is captivating and encapsulates ...

Made in India during the British Empire period, circa 1840, the form exudes a refined global aesthetic with enduring decorative appeal.

Collectors of antique maps will find this work highly valuable due to Cary's precision and its historical significance in reflecting early 19th-century British knowledge of the regio...

Surrounding this central tableau are various other figures and elements that likely symbolize the scope of Cook's voyages and the extent of the British Empire at the time. This fron...

The two officers beside him, in brilliantly detailed uniforms of red and blue with gold embroidery and plumed hats, exemplify the British Empire’s martial elegance during the Victori...

Halliwell uses vibrant blue and black layered text to promote trade within the British Empire. Featuring variations of the Union Jack across all four panels, the design reinforces im...

Halliwell uses vibrant blue and layered text to promote trade within the British Empire. Featuring variations of the Union Jack across all four panels, the design reinforces imperial...

Produced during the conflict between the Boer republics and the British Empire, the image condenses international rivalry into an immediately understandable confrontation.

His most famous work is the British Empire Panels, a series of panels on the size of the British Empire created to adorn the Houses of Westminster but that were rejected by the Parli...

A handsome camphor wood military campaign trunk featuring impressive brass strapwork and sturdy carrying handles Circa 1860 It is widely accepted that trunks of this type were origin...

As a politician, Sturt would have been involved in the legislative process, contributing to debates and decisions that shaped the country. During this period, British politics was un...

Pryse was commissioned in 1924 to create a series of lithographs for the British Empire Exhibition illustrating the extent and variety of life within the British Empire.

Among others, this poster illustrates a Fokker, B24, Stirling, Hurricane, Messerschmitt and Mitsubishi, surrounded by a colourful border of aircraft insignia including the British Em...

The era also saw the expansion of the British Empire and emphasis on moral conduct. Sculptors like Sir Alfred Gilbert, born in 1854, were central to the New Sculpture movement and in...

They are a mix of cartography, art, and imperial messaging, serving as historical records of how the British Empire wanted to be seen and understood during this era of expansion.

At the turn of the century, Queen Victoria represented both the continuity of monarchy and the extraordinary extent of the British Empire. Roubille turns this established public imag...

Lapie, engraved by Pierre Antoine Tardieu, Paris, 1836 Keyword block: British Isles map, England map, Scotland map, Ireland map, Wales map, London, Edinburgh, Dublin, British Empire...