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Radcliffe Library Collection

The Radcliffe Library stands tall and proud, a symbol of knowledge and history in the heart of Oxford

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: View of Ratcliff, n.d. Creator: John Boydell

View of Ratcliff, n.d. Creator: John Boydell
View of Ratcliff, n.d

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: View From Radcliffe Library, n.d. Creator: Frederick Mackenzie

View From Radcliffe Library, n.d. Creator: Frederick Mackenzie
View From Radcliffe Library, n.d

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: View of St Marys Church and Radcliffe Library (colour litho)

View of St Marys Church and Radcliffe Library (colour litho)
7193288 View of St Marys Church and Radcliffe Library (colour litho) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of St Marys Church and Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: The Camera or Radcliffe Library (engraving)

The Camera or Radcliffe Library (engraving)
3631427 The Camera or Radcliffe Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Camera or Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: All Souls College Quadrangle and Radcliffe Library (b / w photo)

All Souls College Quadrangle and Radcliffe Library (b / w photo)
3631369 All Souls College Quadrangle and Radcliffe Library (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: All Souls College Quadrangle and Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: All Souls College and Radcliffe Library, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)

All Souls College and Radcliffe Library, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996841 All Souls College and Radcliffe Library, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: All Souls College and Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, 1894 (engraving)

Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, 1894 (engraving)
1048341 Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, 1894 (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, 1894)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: The Radcliffe Library, and All Souls and Brazen-Nose Colleges, Oxford (engraving)

The Radcliffe Library, and All Souls and Brazen-Nose Colleges, Oxford (engraving)
3654213 The Radcliffe Library, and All Souls and Brazen-Nose Colleges, Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: All Souls, from Radcliffe Library (engraving)

All Souls, from Radcliffe Library (engraving)
3631526 All Souls, from Radcliffe Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: All Souls, from Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Radcliffe Library (b / w photo)

Radcliffe Library (b / w photo)
3631371 Radcliffe Library (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Brasenose College, with Radcliffe Library and St Marys (b / w photo)

Brasenose College, with Radcliffe Library and St Marys (b / w photo)
3631331 Brasenose College, with Radcliffe Library and St Marys (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brasenose College)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Sketches in Oxford (engraving)

Sketches in Oxford (engraving)
1098464 Sketches in Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Oxford)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: The Radcliffe Library (engraving)

The Radcliffe Library (engraving)
3631410 The Radcliffe Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Radcliffe Library)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Radcliffe Library, Oxford (b / w photo)

Radcliffe Library, Oxford (b / w photo)
2792411 Radcliffe Library, Oxford (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radcliffe Library, Oxford)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Radcliffe Library, Oxford (colour litho)

Radcliffe Library, Oxford (colour litho)
3094938 Radcliffe Library, Oxford (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radcliffe Library, Oxford. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: View of Oxford (engraving)

View of Oxford (engraving)
1099606 View of Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Oxford. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Meeting of the British Association, at Oxford (engraving)

Meeting of the British Association, at Oxford (engraving)
1095989 Meeting of the British Association, at Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meeting of the British Association, at Oxford)

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: The Radcliffe Library, from the Quadrangle of Brasenose, 1898. Creator: Unknown

The Radcliffe Library, from the Quadrangle of Brasenose, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Radcliffe Library, from the Quadrangle of Brasenose, 1898. Radcliffe Camera at Oxford University, England, designed by James Gibbs in neo-classical style and built in 1737-49

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Interior of the Radcliffe Library, 1835. Creator: John Henry Le Keux

Interior of the Radcliffe Library, 1835. Creator: John Henry Le Keux
Interior of the Radcliffe Library, 1835. View of the reading room in the Radcliffe Library in Oxford, with a plaster cast of the Laocoon Group on the right

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Interior of the Radcliffe Library, c1813. Creator: J Bluck

Interior of the Radcliffe Library, c1813. Creator: J Bluck
Interior of the Radcliffe Library, c1813. View of the reading room in the Radcliffe Library in Oxford. The building was designed by James Gibbs in neo-classical style, and built in 1737-1749

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: St. Marys Church & Radcliffe Library at Oxford, c18th century

St. Marys Church & Radcliffe Library at Oxford, c18th century. The Radcliffe Camera was designed by James Gibbs to house the Radcliffe Science Library

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: Interior of the Radcliffe Library, Oxford University, 1835. Artist: John Le Keux

Interior of the Radcliffe Library, Oxford University, 1835. Artist: John Le Keux
Interior of the Radcliffe Library, Oxford University, 1835. Interior of the Radcliffe Camera, the circular English Baroque style building designed by James Gibbs in the 18th century that used to

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: OXFORD: RADCLIFFE LIBRARY. View of Radcliffe Library on the campus of Oxford University, Oxford

OXFORD: RADCLIFFE LIBRARY. View of Radcliffe Library on the campus of Oxford University, Oxford, England. Wood engraving, English, c1885

Background imageRadcliffe Library Collection: OXFORD: RADCLIFFE LIBRARY. Wood engraving, English, 1834

OXFORD: RADCLIFFE LIBRARY. Wood engraving, English, 1834


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The Radcliffe Library stands tall and proud, a symbol of knowledge and history in the heart of Oxford. With its stunning architecture and rich heritage, it captivates all who lay eyes upon it. From every angle, the Radcliffe Library offers breathtaking views that transport you to another era. Whether it's the vibrant colours of St Marys Church juxtaposed against the library in a litho print or the intricate details captured in an engraving titled "The Camera or Radcliffe Library, " each image tells a unique story. As you explore further, you stumble upon All Souls College Quadrangle with the Radcliffe Library as its majestic centerpiece. A black and white photograph captures this moment perfectly, showcasing both elegance and grandeur. Moving on to All Souls College itself, another black and white photo reveals its harmonious relationship with the Radcliffe Library. The two structures stand side by side, united in their pursuit of academic excellence. A bird's-eye view from 1894 takes us on a journey above Oxford's rooftops. In this enchanting engraving aptly named "Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, " we catch a glimpse of how seamlessly the Radcliffe Library blends into this historic cityscape. Delving deeper into history through engravings such as "The Radcliffe Library, and All Souls and Brazen-Nose Colleges" or "All Souls, from Radcliffe Library, " we witness moments frozen in time. These images evoke nostalgia for an era when scholars roamed these halls seeking wisdom within these walls. A simple yet striking black and white photograph showcases the sheer magnificence of the library itself – standing tall amidst its surroundings like a guardian watching over centuries' worth of knowledge accumulated within its shelves. Finally, Brasenose College makes an appearance alongside St Marys Church once again in another captivating black-and-white photo featuring none other than our beloved library. This composition highlights not only architectural beauty but also serves as a reminder of the rich spiritual and intellectual heritage that Oxford embodies.