Licence material from our collection

The BPMA houses some of Britain's most iconic objects from red pillar boxes and Royal Mail vans to Penny Black stamps. The Royal Mail Archive includes outstanding examples of mid-century modern graphic design in the form of posters and artwork by designers including Him-Lewitt, Tom Eckersley, Edward McKnight Kauffer and F.H.K. Henrion. Also included are thousands of iconic GPO 'hey-day' photographs, advertising design, postal maps and many unusual items such as our extensive collection of Valentines cards.

We have an ongoing licensing programme covering publishing image use and product development and are happy to explore opportunities with potential commercial partners.

Current licensees

GPO Film Unit project with the BFI

The BPMA in partnership with the BFI, Royal Mail, and BT Archives has digitally re-mastered and released a number of GPO archive films on DVD. This includes documentary film classic Night Mail together with forgotten gems such as Len Lye’s A Colour Box and many others. All three volumes are currently available in our Shop.

Machin Stamp Collection range with Gift Republic

An extensive, award-nominated range of gifts, stationery and homeware featuring the Machin stamp. Available direct from the Gift Republic website.

Greetings Cards with Umpen Editions

A stunning range of greetings and Christmas cards, entitled 'Post Modern', based on our iconic range of GPO posters. Available from our Shop.

Image licensing with Bridgeman Art Library

A number of our heritage photographs are available for licensing through the Bridgeman Art Library.

Enquiries

If you would like to find out more about licensing opportunities with the BPMA or discuss ways in which we could work together, please contact Sally Jennings, on 020 7239 5124 or email sally.jennings@postalheritage.org.uk.