Classical Revival Collection

New York Stock Exchange, between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
New York Stock Exchange, between 1900 and 1905

South Terminal Station, Boston, Mass. c1904. Creator: Unknown
South Terminal Station, Boston, Mass. c1904

New York Stock Exchange, N.Y. c1904. Creator: Unknown
New York Stock Exchange, N.Y. c1904

South Station, Boston, Mass. c1905. Creator: Unknown
South Station, Boston, Mass. c1905

Union Station, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Union Station, between 1910 and 1920
Union Station, between 1910 and 1920

Walter Reed Hospital, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Walter Reed Hospital, between 1910 and 1920
Walter Reed Hospital, between 1910 and 1920

Urn Design, c. 1940. Creator: Charles Goodwin
Urn Design, c. 1940

Brooch in the Pompeian style belonging to Caroline Murat (gold)
XIR349598 Brooch in the Pompeian style belonging to Caroline Murat (gold) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Dear Polly, (oil on canvas)
650538 Dear Polly, (oil on canvas) by Guy, Seymour Joseph (1824-1910); 54.8x42 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dear Polly. Seymour Joseph Guy (1824-1910). Oil on canvas

Knowledge is Power, (oil on canvas)
822885 Knowledge is Power, (oil on canvas) by Guy, Seymour Joseph (1824-1910); 76.2x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Knowledge is Power. Seymour Joseph Guy (1824-1910). Oil on canvas

Jacques Louis David (1771-1835), illustration for Le Plutarque Francais by E
CHT245050 Jacques Louis David (1771-1835), illustration for Le Plutarque Francais by E. Mennechet, 1835 (colour engraving) by Gros

County Fire Office on Regent Street, London, 1819 (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
CJP107278 County Fire Office on Regent Street, London, 1819 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Abraham, Robert (1774-1850); 62.2x92.7 cm; Private Collection; eCharles Plante Fine Arts; English

National Red Cross Headquarters, Washington, 1919. Creator: Joseph Pennell
National Red Cross Headquarters, Washington, 1919

View along Aldersgate Street and St Martin-le-Grand to St Pauls Cathedral, c
XJF3038196 View along Aldersgate Street and St Martin-le-Grand to St Pauls Cathedral, c.1830 (lithograph) by Whittock, Nathaniel (1791-1860); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of the new post office on St Martin-le-Grand, 1842 (engraving)
XJF3038194 View of the new post office on St Martin-le-Grand, 1842 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The General Post Office, 1830 (engraving)
XJF3038192 The General Post Office, 1830 (engraving) by Pollard, James (1797-1867) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Mails leave the GPO in St Martin-Le-Grand)

Frontispiece of Pedantius, comedy by Edward Forsett produced in Cambridge in 1581
XJF268713 Frontispiece of Pedantius, comedy by Edward Forsett produced in Cambridge in 1581 (woodcut) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Classical Revival: A Timeless Return to Elegance and Grandeur" Step back in time with the classical revival movement, a captivating era that brought forth a resurgence of ancient art and architecture. From the intricate Urn Design by Charles Goodwin in 1940 to Caroline Murat's exquisite Pompeian-style brooch, this period embraced the beauty of antiquity. Artworks like "Dear Polly" and "Knowledge is Power, " both oil on canvas masterpieces, exemplify the grandeur and emotional depth characteristic of classical revival. Jacques Louis David's illustration for Le Plutarque Francais transports us to an age where knowledge was revered as power. The architectural wonders of this era are equally awe-inspiring. The County Fire Office on Regent Street in London, depicted through pen & ink and watercolor on paper, showcases the meticulous attention to detail prevalent during this time. Meanwhile, Joseph Pennell's depiction of the National Red Cross Headquarters in Washington takes us into a world where classicism meets modern functionality. As we explore further along Aldersgate Street towards St Pauls Cathedral or gaze upon the new post office on St Martin-le-Grand from 1842, we witness how classical elements seamlessly blend with contemporary structures. The General Post Office engraving from 1830 reminds us that even centuries ago, architects sought inspiration from Greece and Rome to create timeless designs. Finally, let us not forget Edward Forsett's comedy Pedantius produced in Cambridge in 1581 – a frontispiece that serves as a testament to how classical ideals have influenced literature throughout history. In this captivating journey through various mediums and periods, we discover that classical revival transcends time itself. It continues to inspire artists and architects alike who seek elegance, sophistication, and an eternal connection with our rich cultural heritage.