Guildhall Library Collection

Presentation of the Freedom of the City to HRH Prince Leopold (engraving)
1049401 Presentation of the Freedom of the City to HRH Prince Leopold (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hamilton Place in 1802, from a drawing in the Guildhall Library (engraving)
3636742 Hamilton Place in 1802, from a drawing in the Guildhall Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamilton Place in 1802)

Guildhall Library, with Bust of Chaucer (b / w photo)
2803271 Guildhall Library, with Bust of Chaucer (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guildhall Library, with Bust of Chaucer)

Civitas Londinium, from the original survey in the Guildhall Library, from the reign of Queen Elizabeth (engraving)
602613 Civitas Londinium, from the original survey in the Guildhall Library, from the reign of Queen Elizabeth (engraving) by Agas

Bishop Bonners House in 1780, from an original drawing in the Guildhall Library (engraving)
3637167 Bishop Bonners House in 1780, from an original drawing in the Guildhall Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishop Bonners House in 1780)

The Citys Recognition of the Royal Colonial Tour (engraving)
1628730 The Citys Recognition of the Royal Colonial Tour (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Citys Recognition of the Royal Colonial Tour)

Library of the Guildhall to Which Every Londoner Should Go, c1935. Creator: Joel
Library of the Guildhall to Which Every Londoner Should Go, c1935. The library of the Guildhall in London was designed by Sir Horace Jones and was built in the early 1870s

Guildhall, City of London, 1870. View of the site on Basinghall Street cleared for the new library in1870; showing the east end of the old library adjoining the south side of Guildhall

The east end of the Guildhall, from Basinghall Street, City of London, 1869. View showing the site being cleared for the new Guildhall Library

The east end of the Guildhall and the old Guildhall Library, City of London, 1870. Construction work being carried out in the foreground

Interior view of Guildhall Library, City of London, 1872. From the Illustrated London News

Guildhall Library, London, 1872. Artist: Edwin Thomas Dolby
Exterior view from Basinghall Street of the Guildhall Library and Guildhall Museum, London, 1872; with a street scene

Guildhall Library, London, 1872. Artist: R Canton
Stained glass window in north end of Guildhall Library, London, 1872. The window design includes depictions of literary figures and scenes of reading and writing

Civitas Londinum, c1560-1620, (1886). Artist: Ralph Agas
Civitas Londinum, c1560-1620, (1886). Illustration from the original survey in the Guildhall Library By Ralph Agas in the Reign of Queen Elizabeth

Reading room, Guildhall Library, City of London, c1903 (1903). The Guildhall library was founded in c1420 under the terms of the will of Lord Mayor Dick Whittington. From Living London, Vol

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The Guildhall Library, a treasure trove of history and knowledge, holds within its walls countless stories waiting to be discovered. Step into this remarkable institution and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of London's past. One engraving that catches the eye is the presentation of the Freedom of the City to HRH Prince Leopold. This momentous occasion captured for eternity showcases the city's deep-rooted traditions and its connection with royalty. Another engraving transports us back to Hamilton Place in 1802. From a drawing preserved in the Guildhall Library, we glimpse at an era long gone, witnessing how time has shaped our beloved city. A black and white photo reveals a snapshot from within the Guildhall Library itself. The bust of Chaucer stands proudly amidst shelves filled with literary treasures, reminding us of London's enduring love affair with literature throughout centuries. Delving even further into history, an engraving from Queen Elizabeth's reign presents Civitas Londinium - an original survey housed within these very walls. It offers a fascinating glimpse into what London looked like during her rule. Bishop Bonners House comes alive through yet another engraving found here. Dating back to 1780, this image allows us to visualize one corner of old London as it once stood tall before time took its toll. The City's Recognition of the Royal Colonial Tour is immortalized in another captivating engraving adorning these hallowed halls. It serves as a testament to London's global reach and influence throughout history. In 1935, Joel created a compelling piece titled "Library of the Guildhall to Which Every Londoner Should Go. " This evocative artwork beckons every citizen to explore their heritage stored within these walls – an invitation still relevant today. An enchanting view from 1870 captures Guildhall standing proudly amidst bustling streets – a symbol representing centuries-old governance and civic pride etched into stone.