Public School Collection (#4)

Caps and colours of famous British cricket clubs and schools (chromolitho)
6030631 Caps and colours of famous British cricket clubs and schools (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Chemical laboratory, Dulwich College, c. 1870 (lithograph)
3744595 Chemical laboratory, Dulwich College, c.1870 (lithograph) by Barry, Charles (1795-1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Barry Sr)

Fifteen-Arch Bridge, 1818 (gravure)
965577 Fifteen-Arch Bridge, 1818 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fifteen-Arch Bridge, 1818)

Eton Wharf, 1821 (gravure)
965576 Eton Wharf, 1821 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton Wharf, 1821. Illustration for Bygone Eton by R A Austen-Leigh (Spottiswoode & Co, 1912)

Turners Farm, c 1821 (gravure)
965569 Turners Farm, c 1821 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turners Farm, c 1821)

Old Houses facing College (gravure)
965563 Old Houses facing College (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Houses facing College)

Baldwins End, c 1899 (gravure)
965559 Baldwins End, c 1899 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baldwins End, c 1899)

Baldwins End (gravure)
965558 Baldwins End (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baldwins End. Illustration for Bygone Eton by R A Austen-Leigh (Spottiswoode & Co, 1912)

The Library, 1844 (gravure)
965551 The Library, 1844 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Library, 1844. Illustration for Bygone Eton by R A Austen-Leigh (Spottiswoode & Co, 1912)

View of Eton College, c 1747 (gravure)
965541 View of Eton College, c 1747 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Eton College, c 1747)

East View of the College, 1742 (gravure)
965539 East View of the College, 1742 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: East View of the College, 1742)

Hollars Print, 1673 (gravure)
965537 Hollars Print, 1673 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hollars Print, 1673)

The King of Siam at Harrow, Dr Welldon pointing out the Head Boy to His Majesty (b / w photo)
1042436 The King of Siam at Harrow, Dr Welldon pointing out the Head Boy to His Majesty (b/w photo) by English photographer

Chapel, Eton College (b / w photo)
3094965 Chapel, Eton College (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel, Eton College. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Quadrangle, Eton College (colour photo)
3094924 Quadrangle, Eton College (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quadrangle, Eton College)

Merchant Taylors School, Charterhouse Square, Smithfield (b / w photo)
3637667 Merchant Taylors School, Charterhouse Square, Smithfield (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merchant Taylors School, Charterhouse Square)

Whitgift School, Croydon (b / w photo)
3637666 Whitgift School, Croydon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whitgift School, Croydon)

St Pauls School from the playing fields, Hammersmith (b / w photo)
3637643 St Pauls School from the playing fields, Hammersmith (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Pauls School from the playing fields, Hammersmith)

New Court, Marlborough College (coloured photo)
3642708 New Court, Marlborough College (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Court, Marlborough College)

Eton College, 1827 (w / c on paper)
OJ379588 Eton College, 1827 (w/c on paper) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); 29.2x49.5 cm; Private Collection; eAckermann Johnson; English, out of copyright

Illustration for Tom Browns Schooldays by Thomas Hughes
LLM462344 Illustration for Tom Browns Schooldays by Thomas Hughes by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Eton College, Berkshire (b / w photo)
6031743 Eton College, Berkshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton College, Berkshire)

The Kings School, Canterbury, Kent (b / w photo)
5996955 The Kings School, Canterbury, Kent (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings School, Canterbury, Kent)

Eton College, with Wharf (gravure)
965575 Eton College, with Wharf (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton College, with Wharf)

The Entrance to Westons Yard, 1818 (gravure)
965572 The Entrance to Westons Yard, 1818 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Entrance to Westons Yard, 1818)

Birds Eye View of Eton and Windsor (gravure)
965571 Birds Eye View of Eton and Windsor (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds Eye View of Eton and Windsor)

The Manor House, c 1770 (gravure)
965566 The Manor House, c 1770 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manor House, c 1770)

"Drury s", 1901 (gravure)
965564 " Drury s", 1901 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Drury s", 1901)

Keates Lane, 1816 (gravure)
965562 Keates Lane, 1816 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Keates Lane, 1816. Illustration for Bygone Eton by R A Austen-Leigh (Spottiswoode & Co, 1912)

The Christopher Inn, etc (gravure)
965560 The Christopher Inn, etc (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Christopher Inn, etc)

Old Barnes Pool Bridge, 1838 (gravure)
965556 Old Barnes Pool Bridge, 1838 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Barnes Pool Bridge, 1838)

Upper School, 1816 (gravure)
965552 Upper School, 1816 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Upper School, 1816. Illustration for Bygone Eton by R A Austen-Leigh (Spottiswoode & Co, 1912)

Interior of the Hall, 1816 (gravure)
965549 Interior of the Hall, 1816 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Hall, 1816)

The Ante-Chapel, 1816 (gravure)
965546 The Ante-Chapel, 1816 (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ante-Chapel, 1816)

The Founders Design (gravure)
965535 The Founders Design (gravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Founders Design)

A Great Headmaster (colour litho)
979369 A Great Headmaster (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Great Headmaster)

The Dormitory, Westminster School (litho)
976085 The Dormitory, Westminster School (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dormitory, Westminster School.); © Look and Learn

First Absence, or Etonians Answering Morning Master Roll
3085912 First Absence, or Etonians Answering Morning Master Roll, from The English Spy published 1824 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank

Christs Hospital Dining Hall, Horsham (colour photo)
3096588 Christs Hospital Dining Hall, Horsham (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christs Hospital Dining Hall, Horsham)

Chapel, Eton College (colour photo)
3094949 Chapel, Eton College (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel, Eton College. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

School Hall, Eton College (colour photo)
3093902 School Hall, Eton College (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: School Hall, Eton College)

The Burning Bush at the top of Common Lane, overlooking New Schools, Eton College, c
INN203557 The Burning Bush at the top of Common Lane, overlooking New Schools, Eton College, c.1935 (oil on canvas) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; eMalcolm Innes Gallery

Eton College, Quadrangle (colour litho)
1095233 Eton College, Quadrangle (colour litho) by Flower, Charles Edwin (1871-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton College, Quadrangle)

The Eton Wall Game December 1923

The Eton Wall Game December 1929 Neg G7425

The Eton Wall Game December 1950

Westminster School - scene from "The Andria"of Terence, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Westminster School - scene from " The Andria" of Terence, 1845. Public school production of an ancient Roman comedy, Act IV, Scene 11: Of the costume...we must speak in the highest terms

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Evolution of Public Schools" Step into history as we take you on a captivating journey through the world of public schools. From the grandeur of Eton College's Quadrangle in 1880 to the humble Colonial classroom in New England during the 1600s, each image tells a unique story. In the 1870s, kindergarten children joyfully engage in games, showcasing how education has evolved to embrace early childhood development. Meanwhile, Godolphin House stands tall and proud in its timeless elegance, a testament to enduring educational institutions. The portrait of Sir John Nicholas by Peter Lely transports us back to 1667, offering a glimpse into an era where public schooling was beginning to shape society. The Great Hall at Dulwich College captures our attention with its majestic architecture and echoes of knowledge shared within its walls since c1878. Girton College near Cambridge takes us forward to 1923 when women were finally granted access to higher education—an inspiring milestone for gender equality. Dulwich College's depiction from London in 1829 reminds us that these institutions have long been pillars of learning and community support. Rugby School and Tonbridge School both proudly display their vibrant campuses from 1923—a reminder that they are not just about academics but also foster camaraderie and personal growth among students. As we gaze upon Marlborough College's entrance from the early 20th century, we witness how these establishments seamlessly blend tradition with progressiveness. Finally, "A View of Eton and Fellows Eyot" transports us once more back in time—c1835-45—to appreciate how nature intertwines harmoniously with education. Public schools have stood as beacons of enlightenment throughout centuries—shaping minds, nurturing talents, fostering friendships—and continue doing so today. Let these glimpses into their rich heritage inspire gratitude for all they offer: knowledge passed down, memories made, and futures shaped within their hallowed halls.