Early English Collection

Gothic Architecture (engraving)
3650034 Gothic Architecture (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gothic Architecture)

Europe, United Kingdom, England, North Yorkshire, York, York Minster, York Minster Exterior

Crop rotation as practised by the Early English (lithograph)
5999287 Crop rotation as practised by the Early English (lithograph) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crop rotation as practised by the Early English)

Ms 322 f. 6v, December, a man placing loaves in an oven, illustration from the
476957 Ms 322 f.6v, December, a man placing loaves in an oven, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 67r, Psalm 68, initial S, Jonah praying to Christ on his exit from the whale
476955 Ms 322 f.67r, Psalm 68, initial S, Jonah praying to Christ on his exit from the whale & Jonah thrown to the whale, illustration from the De Braile Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 28r, Psalm 26, initial D, David harping before Saul
476943 Ms 322 f.28r, Psalm 26, initial D, David harping before Saul, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 1v, February, a man taking his shoe off by the fire
476942 Ms 322 f.1v, February, a man taking his shoe off by the fire, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Great alchemists inspire work in the laboratory from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum
2906506 Great alchemists inspire work in the laboratory from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum, 1652 (engraving) by Vaughan, Robert (fl.1622-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geberus)

Noble Lady and Warrior (lithograph)
5999289 Noble Lady and Warrior (lithograph) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Noble Lady and Warrior)

Ms 322 f. 99r, Psalm 101, initial D, Christ blessing, David gazing at Bathsheba
476961 Ms 322 f.99r, Psalm 101, initial D, Christ blessing, David gazing at Bathsheba, Nathan reproves David and the penitent David praying, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter

Ms 322 f. 6r, November, a man slaughtering a pig, illustration from the
476956 Ms 322 f.6r, November, a man slaughtering a pig, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 4v, August, a man cutting corn, illustration from the
476950 Ms 322 f.4v, August, a man cutting corn, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Salisbury Cathedral and Leadenhall from the River Avon, 1820 (oil on canvas)
3709996 Salisbury Cathedral and Leadenhall from the River Avon, 1820 (oil on canvas) by Constable, John (1776-1837); 52x77 cm; National Gallery, London

Troylus and Creseyde by Geoffrey Chaucer (woodcut)
2653547 Troylus and Creseyde by Geoffrey Chaucer (woodcut) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Here begynneth the boke of Troylus and Creseyde)

Archaeological Discoveries at Fountains Abbey (engraving)
1619086 Archaeological Discoveries at Fountains Abbey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archaeological Discoveries at Fountains Abbey)

Juvenile Fancy Dress Ball at the Mansion House (engraving)
1047247 Juvenile Fancy Dress Ball at the Mansion House (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Juvenile Fancy Dress Ball at the Mansion House)

Design for St Thomass Church, c. 1826 (w / c on paper)
3716225 Design for St Thomass Church, c.1826 (w/c on paper) by Dobson, John (1787-1865); 63x93.5 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: St)

Ms 322 f. 97r, Psalm 97, initial C, Annunciation to the Shepherds
476960 Ms 322 f.97r, Psalm 97, initial C, Annunciation to the Shepherds, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 82v, Psalm 80, initial E, Jacob wrestling with the angel, Jacobs dream
476959 Ms 322 f.82v, Psalm 80, initial E, Jacob wrestling with the angel, Jacobs dream, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 7r, Psalm 1, initial B, Tree of Jesse, illustration from the
476958 Ms 322 f.7r, Psalm 1, initial B, Tree of Jesse, illustration from the De Braile Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms 322 f. 54v, Psalm 52, initial D, Temptation of Christ
476952 Ms 322 f.54v, Psalm 52, initial D, Temptation of Christ, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 54r, Psalm 51, initial Q, David and Goliath, illustration from the
476951 Ms 322 f.54r, Psalm 51, initial Q, David and Goliath, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 2v, April, a seated man holding two flowers, illustration from the
476945 Ms 322 f.2v, April, a seated man holding two flowers, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 2r, March, a man digging, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c
476944 Ms 322 f.2r, March, a man digging, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

York Minster (coloured engraving)
729479 York Minster (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: York Minster. Drawing initialleds R)

Ms 322 f. 5v, October, a man sowing, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c
476954 Ms 322 f.5v, October, a man sowing, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms 322 f. 4r, July, a man scything, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c
476949 Ms 322 f.4r, July, a man scything, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms 322 f. 3v, June, a man weeding, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c
476947 Ms 322 f.3v, June, a man weeding, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Thomas Norton presenting his Ordinall to Edward IV from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum
2906507 Thomas Norton presenting his Ordinall to Edward IV from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum, 1652 (engraving) by Vaughan

Ms 322 f. 3r, May, a man falconing, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c
476946 Ms 322 f.3r, May, a man falconing, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms 322 f. 1r January, a three-headed man drinking, illustration from the
476941 Ms 322 f.1r January, a three-headed man drinking, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 113r Psalm 109, initial D, The Holy Trinity, illustration from the
476940 Ms 322 f.113r Psalm 109, initial D, The Holy Trinity, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

Ms 322 f. 5r, September, a man picking fruit, illustration from the
476953 Ms 322 f.5r, September, a man picking fruit, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms 322 f. 41v, Psalm 38, initial D, Judgement of Solomon
476948 Ms 322 f.41v, Psalm 38, initial D, Judgement of Solomon, illustration from the De Brailes Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes

The Royal Archaeological Institute at Wells (coloured engraving)
729480 The Royal Archaeological Institute at Wells (coloured engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Archaeological Institute at Wells: Wells Cathedral)

Rievaulx Abbey, from the East Front, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130634 Rievaulx Abbey, from the East Front, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1843 (colour litho) by Richardson

Some typical sundials (litho)
6013466 Some typical sundials (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some typical sundials)

Historic image in black and white of York Minster Cathedral with pedestrians and cars on the street, circa 1920; York, England

Historic image in sepia of York Minster Cathedral in the background and a typical victorian street scene with pedestrians and horse and carriage on the street, circa 1920; York, England

Linchmere Church - about 1948
Looking up the lane towards St Peters church, with a man walking down the lane. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. N30500

Lullington Church - 24 March 1948
Exterior shot of Lullington church, also known as the Church of the Good Shepherd, which is reputed to be one of the smallest churches in England at a mere 16 feet (5 metres) square

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"Exploring the Early English: From Gothic Architecture to Agricultural Practices" Step into a world of enchanting beauty and historical significance as we delve into the realm of Early English. The captivating engravings of Gothic Architecture transport us back to Europe, specifically the United Kingdom, where England's rich heritage unfolds. Our journey begins in North Yorkshire, amidst the charming city of York. Here stands the majestic York Minster, an awe-inspiring cathedral that showcases the epitome craftsmanship. Its intricate details and soaring spires leave visitors spellbound, offering a glimpse into medieval times. As we venture further into this era, we encounter crop rotation practices depicted in lithographs. These illustrations from Ms 322 f. 6v reveal how early farmers meticulously planned their fields for maximum productivity and sustainability—a testament to their wisdom and foresight. The pages come alive with vivid scenes captured by skilled hands—Ms 322 f. 67r portrays Jonah praying to Christ after his miraculous escape from the belly of a whale; while Ms 322 f. 28r depicts David skillfully playing his harp before Saul—an ode to music's power to soothe troubled souls. Intriguingly diverse aspects emerge through these manuscripts—the month of February reveals a man taking off his shoe by a cozy fire (Ms 322 f. 1v), reminding us that even mundane tasks held significance during those times. Delving deeper into history, alchemy takes center stage as great minds experiment within laboratory walls—an image inspired by Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum—a testament to human curiosity and relentless pursuit for knowledge. Amidst all this grandeur lies another facet—the depiction of noble ladies alongside warriors in lithographs like "Noble Lady and Warrior. " This juxtaposition symbolizes strength intertwined with elegance—a reflection on societal dynamics during that period. Finally, our exploration concludes with Ms 322 f.