British Library Collection (#2)

British Library Reading Room
A section of the newly-painted dome of the Reading Room of the British Library, 6th May 1952. The dome has been finished in cream, grey and gold. (Photo by L)

British Library, London, England, UK

The Reading Room at the British Museum, London, c1903 (1903). The Reading Room was designed by Sydney Smirke (1798-1877). Construction began in 1854 and was completed in 1857

The poisoning of King John, 13th century. Artist: Anonymous
The poisoning of King John, 13th century. Found in the collection of British Library

Verse account of Magna Carta in the Chronicle of Melrose Abbey, 1270s. Artist: Historical Document
Verse account of Magna Carta in the Chronicle of Melrose Abbey, 1270s. Found in the collection of British Library

Boats readied for departure at Martigny on the river Dranse in Switzerland. From Les commentaires de Cesar by Jean Duchesne, 1473-1476. Found in the collection of British Library

The Tower of London, the Custom House and Charles d?Orleans imprisonment in the Tower. From: Pseudo-Heloise by Charles d Orleans, ca 1483. Found in the collection of British Library

Leaf for a Psalter, Canterbury Christ Church, c1155-1160
Leaf for a Psalter: Canterbury Christ Church, c1155-1160. The Eadwine Psalter or Eadwin Psalter is a heavily illuminated 12th-century psalter named after the scribe Eadwine, a monk of Christ Church

Twelfth century illustration of St Dunstan (909-988) as a scribe. He was an Archbishop of Canterbury
Illustration, painted at Canterbury, of St Dunstan (909-988) as a scribe, part of a latin commentary on the rule of St Benedict. This piece is from the British Library

British Museum library, 19th century C015 / 6071
British Museum library. 19th-century artwork of people consulting books in the reading room at the British Museum, London, UK

Courtyard of the British Library showing sculpture of Isaac Newton by Eduardo Paolozzi, Euston Road, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

British Library Courtyard with statue of Isaac Newton, with St. Pancras Railway Station behind, Euston Road, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The British Library, London NW1, England, United Kingdom, Europe

British Library and St. Pancras station beyond, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Statue of Newton by Eduardo Paolozzi, the British Library, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Entranceway the British Library, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The British Library, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Step into the world of knowledge and history at the British Library, a treasure trove of intellectual wonders. With its rich collection spanning centuries, this iconic institution is a sanctuary for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Transport yourself to the 10th century as you marvel at the Anglo-Saxon world map, a testament to ancient cartography's ingenuity. The Reading Room of the Great Library at the British Museum beckons with its grandeur, offering an ambiance that fuels curiosity and sparks inspiration. Delve into medieval artistry with "Reaping and binding sheaves" from the Luttrell Psalter. Created by an anonymous artist around 1330, it captures a moment frozen in time—a glimpse into rural life during that era. Located in Kings Cross, London, England, UK, the British Library stands as a beacon of knowledge amidst bustling city streets. Its walls hold countless stories waiting to be discovered by avid readers and researchers alike. Take a journey back in time through captivating engravings such as "View of the new library at the British Museum" from c. 1830 or "The Arched Room, " showcasing architectural marvels within this esteemed establishment. Immerse yourself in history with glimpses into daily life like "One of the Newspaper Corridors, " capturing moments frozen in black and white from 1899. Feel transported to another era as you explore rooms like "The Large Room" or "The Long Room, " where shelves upon shelves house literary treasures awaiting exploration. Witness how knowledge was cataloged meticulously through generations with images like "Catalogue of the British Museum. " Marvel at how books were preserved throughout time within spaces like "British Museum Additional Library. " Whether you are an academic seeking scholarly resources or simply curious about our collective past, let your imagination soar within these hallowed halls—the British Library invites you on an unforgettable journey through human history.