Religious Society Of Friends Collection

Society of Friends, Friends Meeting House opened in 1814, Stockton, County Durham. 1st March 1977. For Sale

A Quaker
5307373 A Quaker.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Quaker from New England. Quakers are members of a historically Christian group of religious movements formally known as the Religious Society of)

Photographic portrait John Cadbury (1802-1889) founder of Cadbury's cocoa an chocolate company
3118215 Photographic portrait John Cadbury (1802-1889) founder of Cadbury's cocoa an chocolate company. Dated 19th Century (b/w photo); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Quakers attending a meeting
5307376 Quakers attending a meeting.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Quakers attending a meeting in London. Quakers are members of a historically Christian group of religious movements formally)

Quakers attending a meeting
5307374 Quakers attending a meeting.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Quakers attending a meeting. One of the men wears the traditional hat worn since the days of their inception)

George Fox, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders
3960991 George Fox, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: George Fox, 1624-1691)

George Fox, preaching in a tavern (lithograph)
5999441 George Fox, preaching in a tavern (lithograph) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Fox, preaching in a tavern)

Main House at Shaker Village, KY (engraving)
619586 Main House at Shaker Village, KY (engraving) by American School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

A Quakeress, c. 1840-44 (w / c on paper) (for pair see 90129)
MNY90128 A Quakeress, c.1840-44 (w/c on paper) (for pair see 90129) by Calyo, Nicolino (1799-1884); Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; Italian, out of copyright

A Quaker, c. 1840 (for pair see 90128) (w / c on paper)
MNY90129 A Quaker, c.1840 (for pair see 90128) (w/c on paper) by Calyo, Nicolino (1799-1884); 35.6x26 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; Italian

Friends Meeting House, interior, Philadelphia, 1900-20 (b / w photo)
779108 Friends Meeting House, interior, Philadelphia, 1900-20 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Arch Street Friends Meeting House)

George Fox, English Dissenter and Quaker (engraving)
3638194 George Fox, English Dissenter and Quaker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Fox (1624-1691)

The Mild Young Quaker, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
FLP465403 The Mild Young Quaker, c.1920s (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); 28.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Quakers Meeting Quaker Religious Society Of Friends
Quakers meeting. Circa 1808. After a work by August Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson in the Microcosm of London, published in three volumes between 1808 and 1810 by Rudolph Ackermann

George Fox, 1624 -1691. English Dissenter and a founder of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly known as the Quakers or Friends

Meeting house of the Quakers. Lincoln. United States
Meeting house of the Quakers. Lincoln, USA. 19th-century colored engraving

Washington and the quaker ladykengraving 1859
illustrated Life of George Washington

Quaker Meeting, 1699 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF206126 Quaker Meeting, 1699 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Lauron, Marcellus or Marcel (1653-1702) (attr. to); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Quakers Meeting
1st April 1809: A meeting of Quakers or members of the Religious Society of Friends. Original Artwork: Drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson and A C Pugin. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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The Religious Society of Friends, also known as the Quakers, is a group that has had a profound impact on religious and social history. Their beliefs and practices have shaped communities around the world. One significant landmark in their history is the Friends Meeting House in Stockton, County Durham. This historic building opened its doors in 1814 and continues to serve as a gathering place for Quakers today. Similarly, the Meeting house of the Quakers in Lincoln, United States holds great importance within their community. The origins of this society can be traced back to George Fox, an English Dissenter who founded the Religious Society of Friends in the 17th century. His teachings emphasized direct communication with God and equality among all individuals. A lithograph depicts him preaching his message even within unlikely places like taverns. Quaker life was not limited to England alone; it spread across continents. The Main House at Shaker Village in Kentucky stands as a testament to their communal lifestyle and dedication to simplicity. Artistic representations from different eras provide glimpses into Quaker life during various periods. Paintings such as "A Quakeress" from c. 1840-44 depict women dressed modestly while "The Mild Young Quaker" captures a sense of peace through pen & ink with watercolor on paper. Friendship extends beyond borders for these believers, evident by gatherings like "Quakers Meeting. " Their meetings are characterized by silent worship where individuals wait for divine inspiration or messages from fellow worshippers. George Fox's legacy lives on through illustrations created by Gordon Ross, an American artist and illustrator known for his work on Living Biographies of Religious Leaders. These images capture Fox's determination and influence within the Religious Society of Friends. From humble beginnings to global recognition, the Religious Society of Friends has left an indelible mark on religious history. Their commitment to simplicity, equality, and spiritual connection continues to inspire generations worldwide.