Bootham Bar Collection

Bootham Bar (colour litho)
3101171 Bootham Bar (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bootham Bar. Illustration for Our Beautiful Homeland series (various)

York, Bootham Bar (colour litho)
3105603 York, Bootham Bar (colour litho) by Collins, William Wiehe (1862-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: York, Bootham Bar)

Rambling Sketches, York (engraving)
1627460 Rambling Sketches, York (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rambling Sketches, York. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 October 1893)

York (engraving)
6025822 York (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: York. Illustration for unidentified railway guide, c 1880.); © Look and Learn

Oliver Cromwell with his army at Bootham Bar, York when Charles II tried to reclaim the throne in 1650 (litho)
6015028 Oliver Cromwell with his army at Bootham Bar, York when Charles II tried to reclaim the throne in 1650 (litho) by Crofts

Bootham Bar and Minster, York (colour litho)
728070 Bootham Bar and Minster, York (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bootham Bar and Minster, York.); © Look and Learn

Bootham Bar, York (chromolitho)
3624194 Bootham Bar, York (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bootham Bar, York)

Sketches at York, Jubilee Meeting of the British Association of Science (engraving)
1590876 Sketches at York, Jubilee Meeting of the British Association of Science (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at York)

Sketches at York (engraving)
726924 Sketches at York (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at York: jubilee meeting of the British Association of Science)

The Queens Jubilee (engraving)
1591250 The Queens Jubilee (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Jubilee. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 July 1887)

Bootham Bar, York (pencil & w / c on paper)
1266244 Bootham Bar, York (pencil & w/c on paper) by Rayner, Louise Ingram (1832-1924); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Bootham Bar, York (photo)
6027519 Bootham Bar, York (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bootham Bar, York. Illustration for Pictures in Colour of York (np, c 1905)

Bootham Bar, York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bootham Bar, York, North Yorkshire, 1924-1926. Artist: Donald McLeish
Bootham Bar, York, North Yorkshire, 1924-1926. York Minster in the background. Bootham Bar is one of the four gatehouses, or bars, in the medieval city walls of York

Bootham Bar in York City Wall, City of York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bootham Bar and York Minster, York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Bootham Bar, located in the historic city of York, is a captivating landmark that has been immortalized through various artistic mediums. From colour lithographs to engravings and even photographs, this iconic structure has inspired countless artists throughout history. One such depiction is the vibrant Bootham Bar colour lithograph, which showcases the bar's grandeur against a picturesque backdrop. The artist skillfully captures its architectural details and conveys a sense of awe-inspiring beauty. In another engraving titled "Rambling Sketches, York, " Bootham Bar takes center stage as part of an intricate portrayal of the city's charm. This artwork highlights not only the bar but also other notable landmarks that make York so enchanting. An intriguing historical moment comes alive in Oliver Cromwell's lithograph at Bootham Bar when Charles II attempted to reclaim his throne in 1650. This dramatic scene depicts Cromwell with his army stationed at the bar, showcasing its significance as a strategic location during times of political turmoil. The chromolithograph titled "Bootham Bar and Minster" presents a harmonious fusion between two iconic symbols of York – Bootham Bar and its majestic cathedral. The contrasting colours create an ethereal atmosphere that transports viewers into this timeless cityscape. Sketches from events like the Jubilee Meeting of the British Association for Science capture both scientific progress and cultural celebrations within York's walls. These engravings provide glimpses into bustling streets surrounding Bootham Bar during moments of intellectual exchange and communal joy. Not limited to prints alone, there are also pencil & watercolour sketches capturing Bootham Bar's essence on paper—an intimate interpretation that reveals an artist's personal connection with this architectural gem. Lastly, modern technology allows us to witness Bootham Bar through photography—a medium that freezes time while preserving every intricate detail for generations to come. These photographs offer us a contemporary perspective on this ancient gatehouse standing tall amidst urban development.