Finsbury Collection (#5)

Sadlers Wells, 1756
Sadlers Wells in 1756. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury. Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin. 1789

Finsbury Square, London, 1817. Artist: J Greig
Finsbury Square, London, 1817. Finsbury Square was developed in 1777

St Lukes Hospital, Old Street, Finsbury, London, 1815. Artist: Sands
St Lukes Hospital, Old Street Finsbury, London, 1815

The Unitarian Chapel, Finsbury, London, 1828. Artist: Frederick James Havell
The Unitarian Chapel, Finsbury, London, 1828

Election hustings in Clerkenwell Green during the Finsbury election, London, 1852. A print from The Illustrated London News (10 June 1852)

The Charterhouse from the square, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
The Charterhouse from the square, London, 1912. The Charterhouse has variously been a Carthusian monastery, a public school, a medical school and a home for pensioners

The Catholic Chapel, Finsbury, London, 1827. Artist: Thomas Barber
The Catholic Chapel, Finsbury, London, 1827

Albion Printing Press
An Albion press by Hopkinson and Cope of Finsbury, London. A very well-made and popular press, still in use amongst artists and printers today. Date: 1851

Photograph of Windmill PH, Finsbury, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Park Tavern, Finsbury Park, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Floor Plan of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Bedford Arms, Finsbury Park, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Deacons Music Hall, Finsbury, London
Postcard with " A view of Deacons Music Hall which was demolished in 1891 for the making of Rosebery Avenue" in Finsbury

Finsbury Park Empire
Colour postcard of the facade of Finsbury Park Empire, circa 1914. The theatre was built in 1910 for Oswald Stoll to a design by Frank Matcham from one of Matchams few essays in the Arts

Growing vegetables for victory, WW1
A page from The Graphic demonstrating the wide variety of ways the British population was growing vegetables during the First World War

Finsbury Square
The Temple of the Muses, the publishing house which, inter alia, publishes Shepherds Metropolitan Improvements from which this print is taken. Date: 1828

Sir William Wood
SIR WILLIAM WOOD dressed as marshal of the Finsbury Archers, author. Date: 1609 - 1691

Source Size = 3976 x 2689
The Volunteer Movement: Presentation of Colours to the 39th Middlesex (Finsbury) Volunteers at the Crystal Palace, on Whit Monday, 1861

Source Size = 2434 x 1710
Meeting of the Improved Order of Old Friends, in Finsbury-Square

ENGLAND: ELECTION, 1857. The Finsbury election: The hustings on Clerkenwell Green: The nomination. Engraving, 1857

ENGLAND: ELECTION, 1865. Finsbury election: The nomination on Clerkenwell Green. Engraving, 1865

Artificial Sun
17th April 1942: Civil Defence Workers in Finsbury are beating the winter pallor with free sun lamp treatments. They call it Mixray at the Finsbury Health Centre

Pearly King and Queen at the Derby. A Royal family of Pearlies arriving on the Derby course at Epsom to add the touch of completeness to the big event. 2 June 1937

Pearly Prince and Princess had good view of the Derby. A family of Pearlies who made sure of a good view of the Derby at Epsom. 2 June 1937

The London Institution, Finsbury Circus, founded in 1805 for the advancement of literature and the diffusion of useful and polite knowledge. Building opened 1819

Thomas Wakley (1795-1862) English medical and social reformer and friend of William Cobbett. Founded the medical journal The Lancet in 1823. Exposed adulteration of foodstuffs (1851-1860)

Information leaflet, rockets, WW2
Information leaflet published in 1946, summarising statistics on rockets (V2) which fell during the latter stages of the Second World War, with the number of people killed and injured

London Institution
in Finsbury Circus. Date: 1827

Dolgellau - Plas Newydd, Gwynedd, Wales
Plas Newydd Drapery Store at Finsbury Square, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales Date: circa 1907

Blind Hannah Brentford, 1827
Hannah Brentford, blind musician of Bunhill-row, shown here aged 24 giving a street performance of hymns, accompanied by her violin

Finsbury Fields as they appeared in the time of queen Elizabeth I

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"Finsbury: A Tapestry of History and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of Finsbury, where centuries-old stories blend seamlessly with modern marvels. In this captivating photograph of Old Ivy House PH, Finsbury, London, time seems to stand still as the charming facade whispers tales from bygone eras. As we delve deeper into Finsbury's rich heritage, we stumble upon the London Fire Engine Establishment – a testament to bravery and resilience. The list of fire stations reminds us of the courageous firefighters who have safeguarded this community throughout history. London arms and seals proudly adorn buildings in Finsbury, serving as reminders of a city steeped in tradition and heraldry. They symbolize strength and unity that has stood firm through countless trials. Transporting ourselves back to 1746 through an engraving on a Map of Clerkenwell, City of London, we witness the evolution of this vibrant neighborhood. The Agas Map from 1561 reveals how Finsbury has transformed over centuries while retaining its unique character. From above in the London Birdseye view or amidst the bustling Stroud Green Road in Finsbury Park today, one can't help but be captivated by its energy. This panoramic picture captures UB40 fans immersed in music at Finsbury Park – a testament to its role as an epicenter for cultural gatherings. Fusing past with present is evident when exploring transportation links like Hampstead Tube on the iconic Map of London Underground railway or tracing historical routes along Great Northern and City (Electric) Railway at Finsbury Park station. These arteries connect generations across time. In times both turbulent and triumphant, even during World War I at Finsbury Rifles recruiting HQ in North London, this resilient community rallied together for a greater cause – embodying courage against all odds.