George Gilbert Scott I Collection

St. Andrew's Church and College, Bradfield, Berkshire, 1865. Creator: Unknown
St. Andrew's Church and College, Bradfield, Berkshire, 1865. '...there were no traces of any very ancient buildings remaining in 1850, except in the Church of St

Design for the Lucknow Memorial, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Design for the Lucknow Memorial, 1864. Stone cross '...to commemorate the sufferings and death of those English men, women, and children

St. James's Church, Bury St. Edmunds, lately restored, 1864. Creator: Unknown
St. James's Church, Bury St. Edmunds, lately restored, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Cundall and Downes. Mr. Gilbert Scott was consulted, and...[it] was decided to remove the galleries

Doncaster Church, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Doncaster Church, 1858. The cost of the edifice, which is essentially Gothic, even in its minutest details, will be little under £52, 000, of which all but £1000 has been subscribed

New Church of St. Matthias, on Richmond-Hill, 1858. Creator: Unknown
New Church of St. Matthias, on Richmond-Hill, 1858. The new church is advantageously situated on the outskirts of the town, and forms a striking object far and near in the landscape

St. Albans Abbey, from the South-West, 1856. Creator: Unknown
St. Albans Abbey, from the South-West, 1856. When King Henry the Eighth suppressed the monasteries, a rich clothier named Stump bought the church for £400

St. Albans Abbey: the Choir and High Altar, 1856. Creator: Unknown
St. Albans Abbey: the Choir and High Altar, 1856. During its whole history as an abbey church, it was from time to time enriched by accessories, such as monuments, screens, &c. &c

New Alabaster Screen, in Ely Cathedral, 1854. Creator: Unknown
New Alabaster Screen, in Ely Cathedral, 1854. Illustration of the...new Altar-screen (now in course of erection), which has been designed by Mr. G. G

Westminster Improvements - New Houses in the Broad Sanctuary, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Westminster Improvements - New Houses in the Broad Sanctuary, 1854. Victorian Gothic buildings near Westinster Abbey in London, designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott

New Church of St. Ann, in the Isle of Alderney, 1850. Creator: Unknown
New Church of St. Ann, in the Isle of Alderney, 1850. Church in the Channel Islands, built through...the munificence of one individual, the Rev

The International Exhibition: angels from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: angels from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: capital and portion of shaft of column from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: capital and portion of shaft of column from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: detail of the grille from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: detail of the grille from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: angel from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: angel from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

Inauguration of the new tower of St. Mary Magdelene's Church, Taunton, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of the new tower of St. Mary Magdelene's Church, Taunton, 1862. For many years past the old tower had been " condemned...Such, indeed

The Preston Guild Festival: the proposed townhall, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Preston Guild Festival: the proposed townhall, 1862. A...townhall (designed by G. G. Scott) which will vie with those much-admired civic palaces of Belgium

Monumental brass to the late Mr. Robert Stephenson in Westminster Abbey, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Monumental brass to the late Mr. Robert Stephenson in Westminster Abbey, [London], 1862. A monumental brass to the memory of Robert Stephenson, by Hardman, of Birmingham

St. Clement's Church, Barnsbury, 1865. Creator: Unknown
St. Clement's Church, Barnsbury, [Islington, London], 1865. 'The new Church...will accommodate nearly 1000 persons...The bell-turret rises to a height of 100 ft...The east end of the church

Interior of Doncaster Church, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Interior of Doncaster Church, 1858. St George's Church, rebuilt by George Gilbert Scott, in Early Decorated or Early Middle-pointed style...'The great end-windows of the nave, the transepts

Albert Memorial, 1872-1900. Creator: Unknown
Albert Memorial, 1872-1900. [The memorial to Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria, was erected in Kensington Gardens opposite the Royal Albert Hall

The altar of the new church of St. Giles. Camberwell - ceremony of consecration, 1844. Solemn dedication of a newly built church in south London

New church at Swindon, on the Great Western Railway, 1845. Creator: Unknown
New church at Swindon, on the Great Western Railway, 1845. St Marks Church in Swindon, Wiltshire, designed by George Gilbert Scott I and William Bonython Moffatt

[George Gilbert Scott], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
[George Gilbert Scott], 1860s

Lichfield Cathedral - The West Front, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Lichfield Cathedral - The West Front, 1898. The west front of Lichfield Cathedrall, the only medieval English cathedral with three spires

In the Abbey - Westminster, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
In the Abbey-Westminster, 1872. Rebuilding and restoration of the Abbey during the 19th century was supervised by Sir George Gilbert Scott. From, " LONDON

The Albert Memorial, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Albert Memorial, c1876. The Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens, designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott in Gothic Revival style was commissioned by Queen Victoria in memory of her husband Prince

Front of St. Pancras Station and Hotel, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Front of St. Pancras Station and Hotel, c1876. Work for the hotel by Midland railway began in 1868 to Italian gothic designs by George Gilbert Scott

Interior of Kensington Church, 1850, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Interior of Kensington Church, 1850, (c1876). Kensington Church built from the designs of Sir Gilbert Scott. From " Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places

Priory Church, Great Malvern, c1896. Artist: Harvey Barton
Priory Church, Great Malvern, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London, c1865. Artist: Robert Dudley
Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London, c1865. View of the memorial to Westminster scholars who died in the Crimean and Indian Wars in Broad Sanctuary, Westminster

Proposed view of Fishmongers Hall near London Bridge, City of London, c1830. Artist
Proposed view of Fishmongers Hall near London Bridge, City of London, c1830. Home of the Worshipful Company of Fishmongers, the Hall was built in the 1830s

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George Gilbert Scott I was a renowned British architect who left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of his time. Born in 1811, he became one of the most influential figures in Victorian Gothic Revival architecture. One of his notable creations is the iconic Albert Memorial, completed between 1872 and 1900. Although its creator remains unknown, this magnificent monument stands as a testament to Scott's visionary designs. Its intricate detailing and grandeur showcase his mastery in blending artistry with structural brilliance. Scott's talent extended beyond monuments; he also designed churches that became symbols of spiritual devotion. The ceremony of consecration at St. Giles Church in Camberwell, held in 1844, marked the beginning of a new era for worshippers who marveled at the beauty and sanctity within its walls. Another example is the Swindon church built along the Great Western Railway line in 1845. Though its creator remains anonymous, it exemplifies Scott's ability to create structures that harmonize with their surroundings while exuding elegance and grace. In addition to his architectural achievements, George Gilbert Scott I was immortalized through captivating photographs taken by John & Charles Watkins during the 1860s. These images capture him amidst his masterpieces, showcasing both his dedication to craftsmanship and his profound impact on British architecture. Scott's influence reached far beyond photography; it extended into realms such as literature and art. Gustave Doré depicted him within Westminster Abbey in 1872 - a fitting tribute to an architect whose work shaped London's skyline. The front view of St Pancras Station and Hotel from around 1876 showcases another masterpiece by Scott that seamlessly blends functionality with aesthetic appeal. This structure not only served as a transportation hub but also stood as an architectural marvel admired by all who passed through its doors. Kensington Church's interior design from around 1850 further demonstrates Scott's versatility as an architect capable of creating spaces that inspire spiritual contemplation and awe.