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Variegated Fairywren - Male with new tail starting to grow. At Lajamanu an aboriginal community on the northern edge of
DH-3282 Variegated Fairy-wren - Male with new tail starting to grow. At Lajamanu an aboriginal community on the northern edge of the Tanami Desert

Variegated Fairywren - female. At Lajamanu an aboriginal community on the northern edge of the Tanami Desert
DH-3281 Variegated Fairy-wren - female. At Lajamanu an aboriginal community on the northern edge of the Tanami Desert. Northern Territory

Superb Fairy Wren Female Melbourne Botanic Gardens, Vic, Australia
DH-3003 Superb Fairy Wren - Female Melbourne Botanic Gardens, Vic, Australia. Malurus cyaneus cyanochlamys Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

White-winged Fairy-wren Female Alice Springs Sewage ponds, Northern Territory, Australia
DH-2881 White-winged Fairy-wren - Female Alice Springs Sewage ponds, Northern Territory, Australia Malurus leucopterus Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Privy Garden, Hampton Court, Greater London, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Wren - young birds in nest waiting to be fed
USH-909 WREN - Young birds in nest waiting to be fed Troglodytes troglodytes Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

DULKEs DORSET GARDENS
The facade of the Dukes theatre in Dorset Gardens. This pretty theatre was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and erected in 1671

Wren Lely Edwards
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN The architect of St Pauls Cathedral

Wren Wroxhall Abbey
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN The architect of St Pauls holding a plan of the cathedral in his hand

Wren Eng. Heath
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN The architect of St Pauls Cathedral

Wren Holborn Hill
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN The architect of St Pauls Cathedral

Wren Kneller Thane
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN The architect of St Pauls Cathedral

Wren / Kneller / Holl
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN Architect of St Paul s, with the cathedral in the background

Wren with Charles II
Fires and blitzes provide a unique opportunity for urban renewal; Christopher Wren shows Charles II his plans for the rebuilding of London after the Great Fire

ST PAULs CATHEDRAL 1930
The bottom half of the Cathedral is blackened with pollution

London / Projects / Wren
A Plan of the City of London for rebuilding after the fire of 1666 according to Sir Christopher Wren

Wren / Cigarette Card / 1915
Wren - latin name: Troglodytes troglodytes

Sir Christopher Wren
Sir CHRISTOPHER WREN architect and town planner with his autograph

Matthew Wren
MATTHEW WREN churchman, bishop of Norwich and subsequently of Ely, imprisoned for 15 years for opposing dissenters. with his autograph

Wren / Kneller / Scriven
Sir Christopher Wren Architect

Greenwich Palace
GREENWICH PALACE, named by Henry VI PLACENTIA (pleasant place); later it was a biscuit factory, demolished by Wren 1694 to make way for the Royal Naval Hospital

Lear / Nonsense / Man / Beard
There was an Old Man with a beard, who said, " It is just as I feared! - Two owls & a hen, four larks & a wren, Have all built their nests in my beard!"

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"Wren: A Symbol of Beauty, Architecture, and Melody" The wren, a small bird known for its melodious song, has captivated the hearts of many across different cultures and locations. Just like Saint Francis of Assisi found solace in nature's creatures, the wren enchants us with its sweet melodies. In London's iconic St Pauls Cathedral, Sir Christopher Wren's architectural masterpiece showcases his genius. The section through Wrens Dome reveals the intricate design that stands as a testament to human creativity and skill. But it is not just in grand structures where we find the wren's influence. In Cleveland, England, UK, this tiny bird sings joyfully amidst nature's beauty. It reminds us that even in urban landscapes like Soho or Cambridge University's Emmanuel College gardens in England; nature finds a way to thrive. A glimpse into the life of a wren reveals their dedication to family. An adult feeding its offspring at nest exemplifies parental love and responsibility shared by creatures big and small. Beyond Europe lies Australia’s Olive Pink Botanic Gardens where the splendid fairy-wren displays vibrant colors against Alice Springs' backdrop. This male specimen reminds us of nature’s diversity and beauty spread across continents. Looking back at history brings forth images such as William Barribal’s "To the Girls in Navy Blue, " depicting young women adorned with delicate feathers reminiscent of these birds' gracefulness. Even folklore recognizes their significance - Grimm tales often feature clever interactions between cunning characters like Wren & Bear who navigate challenges together using wit and resourcefulness. As we admire these various representations of wrens throughout art and architecture alike—whether it be an interior view from 1825 City of London Church or St Anne’s Church on Wardour Street—we are reminded that these birds have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. The wrens symbolize more than just avian elegance; they embody resilience, creativity, and the power of song.