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Dreaming Spires Collection

"Dreaming Spires: A Glimpse into Oxford's Timeless Beauty" Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Oxford

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: All Souls College EFC01_01_03_157_09767

All Souls College EFC01_01_03_157_09767
ALL SOULS COLLEGE, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE. An elevated view looking over the roof tops of the North Quadrangle at All Souls College. Architect: Nicholas Hawksmoor

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Punting in Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Punting in Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Queens College, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Queens College, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: The city skyline from South Park, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, UK

The city skyline from South Park, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: The spires of Oxford (b / w photo)

The spires of Oxford (b / w photo)
3627202 The spires of Oxford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The spires of Oxford. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: High Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)

High Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996842 High Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: High Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire)

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)

Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996866 Oxford, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford, Oxfordshire. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Oxford (litho)

Oxford (litho)
3627257 Oxford (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: General View of Oxford (etching)

General View of Oxford (etching)
2780407 General View of Oxford (etching) by Toussaint, Henri (1849-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: General View of Oxford)

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: A View from the Inside of Brazen Nose College Quadrangle, Oxford

A View from the Inside of Brazen Nose College Quadrangle, Oxford
1216750 A View from the Inside of Brazen Nose College Quadrangle, Oxford, 1803-04 (w/c over graphite, on paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 31.6x44.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: A general view across the rooftops of Oxford. Circa 1950

A general view across the rooftops of Oxford. Circa 1950

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Roof top view of Oxford

Roof top view of Oxford

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: The Towers of Oxford, 1905. Artist: Edmund Hort New

The Towers of Oxford, 1905. Artist: Edmund Hort New
The Towers of Oxford, 1905. From The Studio Volume 64. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1915]

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Oxford, c1903, (1938). Artist: Richard Henry Wright

Oxford, c1903, (1938). Artist: Richard Henry Wright
Oxford, c1903, (1938). From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume IV, by C. Reginald Grundy and F. Gordon Roe. [Emrose and Sons Ltd

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Dramatic sky with contrails behind the Sheldonian and Clarendon building, Oxford

Dramatic sky with contrails behind the Sheldonian and Clarendon building, Oxford

Background imageDreaming Spires Collection: Dreaming spires in the mist, Oxford

Dreaming spires in the mist, Oxford



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"Dreaming Spires: A Glimpse into Oxford's Timeless Beauty" Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Oxford, where history and academia intertwine to create a city like no other. The iconic "dreaming spires" stand tall, casting their spell on all who wander through this hallowed ground. As you stroll along the cobbled streets, All Souls College welcomes you with its majestic architecture. EFC01_01_03_157_09767 captures its grandeur, inviting you to explore its rich heritage and scholarly traditions. Punting in Oxford is an experience not to be missed. Glide along the serene waters of the River Cherwell or Thames, taking in breathtaking views of Queens College and its picturesque surroundings. Let your worries drift away as you embrace the tranquility that only punting can offer. From South Park's vantage point, marvel at the city skyline that unfolds before your eyes. The harmonious blend of ancient spires and modern structures paints a captivating picture of Oxford's evolution throughout time. In monochrome elegance, black-and-white photos transport us back to bygone eras. High Street stands frozen in time - a bustling thoroughfare lined with quaint shops and historic landmarks. These images evoke nostalgia for an era when horse-drawn carriages roamed these very streets. Oxford lithographs capture the essence of this esteemed cityscape from different perspectives; each stroke revealing intricate details that make it truly unique. General View of Oxford etching showcases the city's charm from afar while A View from Inside Brazen Nose College Quadrangle offers an intimate glimpse into collegiate life within these storied walls. The Towers of Oxford rise majestically against azure skies in Edmund Hort New's 1905 masterpiece – a testament to architectural brilliance standing strong through centuries past. Richard Henry Wright's 1938 rendition transports us further back in time, capturing moments frozen forever within his brushstrokes.