Saracens Head Collection

The Saracens Head, Snow Hill, from a sketch taken during its demolition (engraving)
3636404 The Saracens Head, Snow Hill, from a sketch taken during its demolition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Saracens Head, Snow Hill)

The Saracens Head, Snow Hill, Demolition (engraving)
582284 The Saracens Head, Snow Hill, Demolition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Saracens Head, Snow Hill, Demolition)

Demolition of the Saracens Head, Snow Hill, London (engraving)
607639 Demolition of the Saracens Head, Snow Hill, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Demolition of the Saracens Head, Snow Hill)

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Ashford (engraving)
1053257 The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Ashford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Ashford)

J L Thornton, Saracens Head and Stone, Lincoln (engraving)
729793 J L Thornton, Saracens Head and Stone, Lincoln (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: J L Thornton, Saracens Head and Stone)

The Saracens Head, Snow Hill (w / c on paper)
582283 The Saracens Head, Snow Hill (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Saracens Head, Snow Hill. Original artwork. Dated 1854)

Demolition of the Saracens Head, Snow-Hill (engraving)
1588571 Demolition of the Saracens Head, Snow-Hill (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Demolition of the Saracens Head, Snow-Hill)

J L Thornton, trade card (engraving)
731576 J L Thornton, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: J L Thornton, trade card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

South Holland PE12 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Holland PE12 8

Dacorum HP2 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dacorum HP2 7

View of the Saracens Head Inn, Snow Hill, City of London, c1835. Artist
View of the Saracens Head Inn, Snow Hill, City of London, c1835

Saracens Head Inn, Aldgate, London, 1856. Artist: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd
Saracens Head Inn, Aldgate, London, 1856. View of the Saracens Head Inn yard showing carts and a horse

View of the demolition of the Saracens Head Inn, Snow Hill, City of London, 1868

Courtyard of the Saracens Head inn, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, 1924-1926. The Saracens Head was a coaching inn where Charles I is said to have spent his last night as a free man before surrendering

The Yorkshire Schoolmaster At The Saracens Head. Illustration From The Charles Dickens Novel Nicholas Nickleby By H. K
The Yorkshire Schoolmaster At The Saracens Head. Illustration From The Charles Dickens Novel Nicholas Nickleby By H.K. Browne Known As Phiz

Source Size = 3738 x 1680
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Ashford: the Procession Passing the Saracens Head, December 5, 1874

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"The Saracens Head: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time with these captivating engravings and paintings that depict the iconic Saracens Head Inn, located on Snow Hill in London. The first engraving showcases the inn during its demolition, a poignant reminder of the passage of time and changing cityscape. Another engraving captures the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Ashford, perhaps enjoying a stay at this historic establishment. J. L. Thornton's trade card provides insight into another branch of the Saracens Head Inn, located in Lincoln. This bustling inn was known for its warm hospitality and stone architecture, as depicted in Thornton's detailed engraving. The watercolor painting portrays an idyllic scene of The Saracens Head on Snow Hill, showcasing its grandeur amidst a vibrant city backdrop, and is no wonder that this inn became such a popular destination for locals and travelers alike. As we delve deeper into history, we come across an engraving documenting yet another demolition of The Saracens Head on Snow-Hill - a testament to how urban development reshapes our surroundings over time. Traveling further south to South Holland PE12 8 Map or Dacorum HP2 7 Map reveals that it had become more than just an inn; it had become part of local geography – etched onto maps as landmarks within their respective regions. Lastly, two stunning artworks by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd transport us to different eras: one capturing The Saracens Head Inn on Aldgate Street in 1856; the other offering a glimpse into City life circa 1835 with its view from Snow Hill. These pieces immortalize not only the physical structure but also evoke memories and stories shared within those walls throughout centuries. Join us as we explore these captivating glimpses into history through various artistic mediums – each shedding light on different facets of The Saracen's Head Inn and its significance in London's past.