Sir William Chambers Collection

The Casino at Marino, 1783 (engraving)
XJF476169 The Casino at Marino, 1783 (engraving) by Irish school, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Casino at Marino, in Marino, Dublin)

Interior view of the Kings Audience Chamber in Windsor Castle, Berkshire, 1818. The Kings Audience Chamber was refurbished for King George III by William Chambers in the late 18th century

Portrait of Sir William Chambers (1723-1796), ca 1760. Creator: Reynolds
Portrait of Sir William Chambers (1723-1796), ca 1760. Found in the Collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Bordeaux

A great architect modelling - cartoon of Sir William Chambers, architect of Somerset House (coloured engraving)
584948 A great architect modelling - cartoon of Sir William Chambers, architect of Somerset House (coloured engraving) by English School

Temple of the Sun, Kew Gardens (b / w photo)
3094846 Temple of the Sun, Kew Gardens (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple of the Sun, Kew Gardens)

Design for the Library Ceiling at Woburn Abbey, (pen and grey ink and watercolour)
824078 Design for the Library Ceiling at Woburn Abbey, (pen and grey ink and watercolour) by Chambers, William (1723-96); 69.7x47.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A view of Somerset House and St Mary-le-Strand, The Strand, London (coloured engraving)
584960 A view of Somerset House and St Mary-le-Strand, The Strand, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir William Chambers (engraving)
815507 Sir William Chambers (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir William Chambers. 23 February 1723 - 10 March 1796. Scottish architect)

The Great Exotic Stove at Kew, 1763. Creator: William Chambers
The Great Exotic Stove at Kew, 1763

The Museum, Kew Gardens, c1915. Creator: Unknown
The Museum, Kew Gardens, c1915. The Orangery at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, west London, was designed by Sir William Chambers and completed in 1761

Eighteenth Century Version of a Pagoda in Kew Gardens, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Eighteenth Century Version of a Pagoda in Kew Gardens, c1935. View of the Great Pagoda at Kew Gardens, Richmond, south-west London

Somerset House and Stairs, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Somerset House and Stairs, (1881). View of Somerset House, on the north bank of the River Thames in London, with steps down to the river

View of the north front of Somerset House in the Strand, Westminster, London, 1798. Designed by Sir William Chambers in the late 18th century, Somerset House originally housed public offices

Somerset House, London, 1804. Artist: William Daniell
View of Somerset House, London, from the south bank of the River Thames, 1804. Somerset House was designed by William Chambers and built between 1776 and 1786

Somerset House, London, 1777. Artist: WG Moss
View of the entrance to Somerset House on the Strand, London, 1777; with a carriage and cart. Somerset House was designed by William Chambers and built between 1776 and 1786

Somerset House, London, 1791. Artist: Joseph Constantine Stadler
View of Somerset House on the Strand and the Adelphi beyond, 1791; with boats and barges on the River Thames below. Somerset House was designed by William Chambers and built between 1776 and 1786

Ball-Room by Sir William Chambers, 1723-1796), at Carrington House, Whitehall, 1910. Sir William Chambers RA (1723-1796) was a Scottish-Swedish architect, based in London

Somerset House, 1755 (1897). From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Victoria Embankment, showing Somerset House, London, 1887. The Victoria Embankment is part of the Thames Embankment, designed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette in the 1860s to accommodate a modern sewer

Somerset House, from the Thames, London, 19th century. Artist: H le Keux
Somerset House, from the Thames, London, 19th century. Designed by Sir William Chambers in the late 18th century, Somerset House originally housed public offices

Somerset House, Westminster, London, 1805. Artist: W Poole
Somerset House, Westminster, London, 1805. Designed by Sir William Chambers in the late 18th century, Somerset House originally housed public offices

Somerset House, c1902. Artist: Tony Grubhofer
Somerset House, c1902. First built for Lord Protector Somerset in 1547-1550, Somerset House was the first Renaissance palace in England

Somerset House, Westminster, London. Designed by Sir William Chambers in the late 18th century, Somerset House originally housed public offices

Sir William Chambers, British architect, artist, and author, c1760s. Artist: Francis Cotes
Sir William Chambers, architect, artist, and author, c1760s. Portrait of Chambers (1723-1796) who was born in Sweden. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume III, Walter Hutchinson

The Pagoda, Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, 20th Century. The Chinese-inspired ten-storey octagonal pagoda is 163 ft (nearly 50 metres) high

Somerset House, the Strand, London, 19th century. Artist: WE Albutt
Somerset House, the Strand, London, 19th century. Designed by Sir William Chambers, Somerset House originally housed public offices

Casino At Marino, Co Dublin, Ireland; 18Th Century Building Designed By James Caulfeild

Design Chimneypiece Incorporating Portrait George III
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Design Chimneypiece Frieze Floral Decoration
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Design Chimneypiece Eating-room Danson Park Kent
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Design Girandole Composed Three Clasping Arrows
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Design Classical Chimneypiece Rams Heads Leda
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Design Chimneypiece Melbourne House now Albany
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Drawings Chimney-piece 25 Harley Street Westminster
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Design Ceiling 13 Berners Street Westminster
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Design Gallery ceiling Richmond House Whitehall
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Design Chimneypiece Ionic columns Frieze Cornice
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Design Girandole Mirror Oval Resting Oblong Base
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Design Pier-glass Arched Head Palmette Terminations
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Design Chimneypiece Somerset House Strand London
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Design Ceiling Ampthill Park Bedfordshire Half plan
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Design Segment Octagonal Ceiling Gower House
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Design Chimneypiece recto Sketches Column Bases
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Designs Two Chimney-pieces Lord Viscount Charlemont
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Design Pier-glass Adderbury House Oxfordshire
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Design Pier-glass Oblong Form Cresting Scroll
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Design Chimneypiece Classical Cornice Ampthill Park
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Design Chimney-piece Thomas Hollis Lincoln Inn
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Sir William Chambers was a renowned architect and designer who left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of his time. Born in 1723, he became one of the most influential figures in British architecture during the 18th century. Chambers' talent and creativity can be seen through various works, such as "The Casino at Marino" - a masterpiece that showcases his ability to blend classical elements with innovative design. This engraving captures the beauty and elegance of this iconic structure. Another notable creation by Chambers is the interior view of the King's Audience Chamber in Windsor Castle. Completed in 1818, this breathtaking space reflects his meticulous attention to detail and grandeur. In a captivating portrait by Reynolds, we catch a glimpse himself. The artist beautifully captures his subject's intelligence and passion for architecture, making it clear why he was highly sought after during his time. A cartoon depicting Chambers modeling highlights not only his skill as an architect but also his sense of humor. It shows him working on Somerset House, one of London's architectural gems. Chambers' influence extended beyond buildings; he also designed stunning landscapes like the Temple of the Sun at Kew Gardens. This black-and-white photograph allows us to appreciate how nature seamlessly integrates with man-made structures under Chambers' vision. His versatility shines through in designs like Woburn Abbey's library ceiling - a delicate balance between intricate details and harmonious composition brought to life with pen, grey ink, and watercolor. Somerset House takes center stage once again in another colored engraving showcasing its magnificence alongside St Mary-le-Strand church on The Strand in London. These images immortalize Sir William Chambers' contribution to urban planning and architectural aesthetics. Engravings dedicated solely to him further emphasize how revered he was within artistic circles during his lifetime - forever remembered for pushing boundaries while staying true to classical principles.