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Chas J Smith Collection

"Capturing the Essence of History: Charles J Smith's Timeless Legacy" Step into a world frozen in time as we delve into the remarkable works of Charles J Smith

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Shernfold Park, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Shernfold Park, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Shernfold Park, 1835. House at Shernfold Park in Frant, Sussex built in 1790 by Charles Pigou, bought in 1820 by Colonel John By of the Royal Engineers

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Horsham Church, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Horsham Church, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Horsham Church, 1835. St Marys Church, Horsham. Norman church completed c1247. Antique line engraving by CJ Smith after JC Buckler

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Coolhurst, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Coolhurst, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Coolhurst, 1835. Coolhurst mansion and estate near Horsham in West Sussex. Antique line engraving by CJ Smith after Lady E Dickens

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Knepp Castle, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Knepp Castle, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Knepp Castle, 1835. Castellated mansion in West Grinstead, built c1808 by John Nash under the commission of Sir Charles M Burrell. Engraving by Charles J Smith after a drawing by Lady Burrell

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: New Shoreham Church, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

New Shoreham Church, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
New Shoreham Church, 1835. Grade I listed 11th century parish church of St Mary de Haura, Shoreham-by-Sea, Sussex. Antique line engraving by CJ Smith

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Muntham, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Muntham, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Muntham, 1835. Manor house in Horsham, home of FW Frankland until 1840. Antique engraving by CJ Smith after drawing by Thomas Henwood

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Climping Church, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Climping Church, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Climping Church, 1835. Grade I listed Church of St Mary in Climping, West Sussex. Antique line engraving by CJ Smith after JC Buckler

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Pevensey Castle in 1737, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Pevensey Castle in 1737, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Pevensey Castle in 1737, 1835. Medieval castle and former Roman Saxon Shore fort at Pevensey in East Sussex, England built around 290 AD

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Danny Park, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Danny Park, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Danny Park, 1835. Danny House is a Grade I listed Elizabethan red brick Mansion near Hurstpierpoint in West Sussex, England, built 1593-95 by George Goring

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Holmbush, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Holmbush, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Holmbush, 1835. Grade II listed Georgian country house in Hellingly, East Sussex, home of Thomas Broadwood. Engraved by CJ Smith after a drawing by George Baxter

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Bosham Priory, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Bosham Priory, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Bosham Priory, 1835. Engraving by CJ Smith after a drawing by John Chessell Buckler. From " The History, Antiquities, and Topography of the County of Sussex, Volume the Second"

Background imageChas J Smith Collection: Hove Church, From the Sea, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith

Hove Church, From the Sea, 1835. Creator: Charles J Smith
Hove Church, From the Sea, 1835. St. Andrews church rebuilt under architect George Basevi, next to the Old Coast Guard House, a great deal of smuggling went on in the area



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"Capturing the Essence of History: Charles J Smith's Timeless Legacy" Step into a world frozen in time as we delve into the remarkable works of Charles J Smith, an extraordinary creator who left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of 19th-century England. With his keen eye for detail and unwavering passion for preservation, Smith transported us to a bygone era through his masterful depictions. Shernfold Park, Horsham Church, Coolhurst – these iconic landmarks were not mere subjects to Smith; they were living testaments to his artistic prowess. In 1835, he breathed life into each stroke of his brush or pen, immortalizing their grandeur for generations to come. His meticulous attention to intricate details transports us back to a time when elegance and grace reigned supreme. Knepp Castle stands tall amidst lush greenery, whispering tales of ancient glory under Smith's skillful hand. New Shoreham Church emanates serenity from every line etched with precision onto paper. Muntham exudes an air of mystery that only deepens upon closer inspection—a testament to both its enigmatic allure and Smith's ability to capture it flawlessly. Climping Church rises majestically against the backdrop of rolling waves crashing upon pristine shores—an awe-inspiring sight forever preserved by Charles J Smith's artistry. Pevensey Castle in 1737 takes us on a journey through time itself as we witness history unfold before our eyes—thanks once again to this visionary artist. Danny Park beckons with its tranquil beauty while Holmbush enchants with its rustic charm—both brought vividly alive through strokes that seem almost magical in their execution. Bosham Priory stands as a testament not only to faith but also serves as a reminder that even centuries-old structures can inspire awe and admiration when captured by such skilled hands.