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Townley Collection

"Townley: A Journey Through History and Art" Step into the world of Townley, a name that echoes through time with its rich historical and artistic significance

Background imageTownley Collection: Xanthippus, father of Pericles, from a bas

Xanthippus, father of Pericles, from a bas relief on his tombstone in the collection of Charles Townley. Copperplate engraving by J. Parker from a drawing by J

Background imageTownley Collection: Charles Townleys (1737-1805) Visiting Card (engraving)

Charles Townleys (1737-1805) Visiting Card (engraving)
THA220598 Charles Townleys (1737-1805) Visiting Card (engraving) by Skelton, William (1763-1848); Towneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum, Burnley

Background imageTownley Collection: Satan, Sin and Death (Paradise Lost, Book II), May 1, 1788. Creator: Samuel Ireland

Satan, Sin and Death (Paradise Lost, Book II), May 1, 1788. Creator: Samuel Ireland
Satan, Sin and Death (Paradise Lost, Book II), May 1, 1788. After Charles Townley. After William Hogarth

Background imageTownley Collection: North Hertfordshire SG6 2 Map

North Hertfordshire SG6 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Hertfordshire SG6 2

Background imageTownley Collection: Mrs Browns Tea Fight - Music Sheet Cover

Mrs Browns Tea Fight - Music Sheet Cover written by Charles Townley, composed by William Francis and sung with immense success by Sidney Franks. A drawn picture of Sidney Franks

Background imageTownley Collection: James Townley

James Townley
JAMES TOWNLEY educator, headmaster of Merchant Taylors school, churchman and playwright Date: 1714 - 1778

Background imageTownley Collection: RACEHORSE: GIMCRACK, c1765. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting by George Stubbs

RACEHORSE: GIMCRACK, c1765. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting by George Stubbs

Background imageTownley Collection: SCOTLAND: WASHING LAUNDRY. A woman washing laundry by a river in the Scottish Highlands

SCOTLAND: WASHING LAUNDRY. A woman washing laundry by a river in the Scottish Highlands. Wood engraving, c1875, after Townley Green

Background imageTownley Collection: SCOTLAND: PASS OF GLENCOE. View of the Pass of Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands

SCOTLAND: PASS OF GLENCOE. View of the Pass of Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands. Wood engraving, c1875, by Edward Whymper after Townley Green

Background imageTownley Collection: SCOTLAND: GLENCOE. View of the entrance to the valley of Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands

SCOTLAND: GLENCOE. View of the entrance to the valley of Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands, from the village of Ballachulish, on Loch Leven

Background imageTownley Collection: SCOTLAND: LOCH KATRINE. View of the Silver Strand and Ellens Isle on Loch Katrine in the Scottish

SCOTLAND: LOCH KATRINE. View of the Silver Strand and Ellens Isle on Loch Katrine in the Scottish Highlands. Wood engraving, c1875, by Edward Whymper after Townley Green


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"Townley: A Journey Through History and Art" Step into the world of Townley, a name that echoes through time with its rich historical and artistic significance. From Xanthippus, the father of Pericles, immortalized in a bas-relief, to Charles Townleys' engraved visiting card from the 18th century, this caption takes you on an intriguing exploration. Delve into literature as Samuel Ireland's creation of "Satan, Sin and Death" from Paradise Lost captivates your imagination. Marvel at the intricate details etched onto May 1st, 1788 - a testament to artistic mastery. Navigate through North Hertfordshire SG6 2 Map and discover hidden gems that bear witness to Townley's influence. Uncover Mrs Browns Tea Fight - Music Sheet Cover; let the melodies transport you back in time. James Townley's legacy shines brightly within the walls of British Museum. Admire his contributions as you peruse a page of advertisements intricately engraved for alluring effect. Experience diverse landscapes captured by artists like George Stubbs and Edward Whymper. Witness Gimcrack thundering down racetracks or immerse yourself in Scotland's natural beauty depicted in Pheasant-Shooting or Pass of Glencoe engravings. Lastly, journey alongside women washing laundry by Scottish riversides as portrayed by Townley Green's wood engraving. Feel their strength amidst nature's embrace. In every brushstroke and engraving stroke lies a story waiting to be discovered – tales woven together under the name 'Townley. ' Embark on this captivating journey through history and art that will leave you inspired by its timeless allure.