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Market Cross Collection (#2)

The Market Cross has stood as a symbol of trade and commerce in various cities across England

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Archaeological Relics at Enfield (engraving)

Archaeological Relics at Enfield (engraving)
1619438 Archaeological Relics at Enfield (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archaeological Relics at Enfield)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Chichester Cross (oil on canvas)

Chichester Cross (oil on canvas)
TW426747 Chichester Cross (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); 61.2x50.9 cm; Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Market-Cross, Epworth (engraving)

Market-Cross, Epworth (engraving)
3629141 Market-Cross, Epworth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Market-Cross, Epworth)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: House Architecture (engraving)

House Architecture (engraving)
1045306 House Architecture (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: House Architecture)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Sketches at a Northampton Wool Fair (engraving)

Sketches at a Northampton Wool Fair (engraving)
1058080 Sketches at a Northampton Wool Fair (engraving) by Gregory, Edward John (1850-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at a Northampton Wool Fair)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Market Cross, Crail (etching)

Market Cross, Crail (etching)
6198850 Market Cross, Crail (etching) by Mackenzie, James Hamilton (1875-1926); 15.2x22.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The Market-Cross, Aberdeen (engraving)

The Market-Cross, Aberdeen (engraving)
3653696 The Market-Cross, Aberdeen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Market-Cross, Aberdeen)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Market Cross (engraving)

Market Cross (engraving)
3634982 Market Cross (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Market Cross. Illustration for Old and New Birmingham by Robert K Dent (Houghton and Hammond)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Village Scene in the snow, Christmas Card (chromolitho)

Village Scene in the snow, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731453 Village Scene in the snow, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Village Scene in the snow)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: An Old Plan of Norwich (engraving)

An Old Plan of Norwich (engraving)
1044411 An Old Plan of Norwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Old Plan of Norwich)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Market place, Crecy, France, with the old market cross (litho)

Market place, Crecy, France, with the old market cross (litho)
6014189 Market place, Crecy, France, with the old market cross (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Market place, Crecy, France, with the old market cross)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Chichester, the Cathedral, Market-Cross, and Tower (b / w photo)

Chichester, the Cathedral, Market-Cross, and Tower (b / w photo)
3631950 Chichester, the Cathedral, Market-Cross, and Tower (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chichester, the Cathedral, Market-Cross, and Tower)

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Old Market Cross of Newgate, which stood on the site of the Oxford Galleries

Old Market Cross of Newgate, which stood on the site of the Oxford Galleries, where it was removed by Graingers architect early last century. Mayor and Councillors announced important news from here

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Banbury Cross, Banbury, Oxfordshire. 9th March 1966

Banbury Cross, Banbury, Oxfordshire. 9th March 1966

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Westgate, Guisborough High Street, North Yorkshire. 15th December 1977

Westgate, Guisborough High Street, North Yorkshire. 15th December 1977

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Chichester Cross, West Sussex. 4th November 1952

Chichester Cross, West Sussex. 4th November 1952

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Mercat cross in Aberdeen. 15th June 1939

Mercat cross in Aberdeen. 15th June 1939

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Group of 8 Early Stereograph Views of British Monuments, Memorials, and Tombs

Group of 8 Early Stereograph Views of British Monuments, Memorials, and Tombs, 1850s-1910s

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: North Dorset DT10 1 Map

North Dorset DT10 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Dorset DT10 1

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The Market Cross, Glastonbury, c1799. Creators: William Byrne, William Lowry

The Market Cross, Glastonbury, c1799. Creators: William Byrne, William Lowry
The Market Cross, Glastonbury, c1799. Octagonal market cross in Glastonbury, Somerset, thought to have been of early 16th century origin. It fell into disrepair and was demolished c1806

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Chichester: The Cathedral, Market-Cross, and Tower, c1896. Artist: Charles H Barden

Chichester: The Cathedral, Market-Cross, and Tower, c1896. Artist: Charles H Barden
Chichester: The Cathedral, Market-Cross, and Tower, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Invicta 4-seat Talbot 12 / 30, Castle Combe, Wiltshire, c1920s Artist: Bill Brunell

Invicta 4-seat Talbot 12 / 30, Castle Combe, Wiltshire, c1920s Artist: Bill Brunell
Talbot 12/30 6 cylinder ca 1925 Vehicle Reg. No. XY670. Place: Castle Combe, Wiltshire

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The Market Cross, Wymondham, Norfolk, early 20th century. Artist: Leonard Russell Squirrell

The Market Cross, Wymondham, Norfolk, early 20th century. Artist: Leonard Russell Squirrell
The Market Cross, Wymondham, Norfolk, early 20th century

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The Old Market Cross, Chichester, West Sussex, 1920s

The Old Market Cross, Chichester, West Sussex, 1920s. Chichester Cross stands at the intersection of the four principal streets of Chichester

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Chichester: the Cross and the Campanile, 1903

Chichester: the Cross and the Campanile, 1903
Taken from East Street, showing the fronts of shops and business along East Street and the Cathedrals bell tower in the background John Fletcher Collection West Sussex Record Office

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Source Size = 1916 x 2509

Source Size = 1916 x 2509
Sketches at a Northampton Wool Fair: the Market Cross

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Archeological Relics at Enfield: Remains of the Old Church, Raleighs House

Archeological Relics at Enfield: Remains of the Old Church, Raleighs House, Uvedales Cedar, the Market Cross, the Chantry School, the Town House, Room in the Palace, Uk, 1858

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The Poultry Cross and Silver Street in Salisbury. 18 July 1923

The Poultry Cross and Silver Street in Salisbury. 18 July 1923

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Archeological Relics at Enfield: Remains of the Old Church, Raleighs House, Uvedales Cedar

Archeological Relics at Enfield: Remains of the Old Church, Raleighs House, Uvedales Cedar, the Market Cross, the Chantry School, the Town House, Room in the Palace, Uk, 1858

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The Ancient Market Cross and Old St. Marys Church, Castletown, Isle of Man, Europe

The Ancient Market Cross and Old St. Marys Church, Castletown, Isle of Man, Europe

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Chichester: the Cross, 1903

Chichester: the Cross, 1903
Taken from West Street John Fletcher Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: PH 26114/20

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Market Place and Cross, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Market Place and Cross, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The Market Cross, Barnard Castle, County Durham, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Market Cross, Barnard Castle, County Durham, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMarket Cross Collection: The ancient market cross in St Just churchyard, Cornwall, UK

The ancient market cross in St Just churchyard, Cornwall, UK
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Background imageMarket Cross Collection: Market Cross, Chichester, West Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Market Cross, Chichester, West Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe




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The Market Cross has stood as a symbol of trade and commerce in various cities across England. In 1501, Bishop Story gifted the Market Cross to Salisbury, providing shelter for traders who gathered there. This historic landmark is captured beautifully in a color lithograph, showcasing its grandeur and significance. Moving on to Edinburgh, an engraving reveals a plan of the city from St Giless to Hackerstons Wynd, with the prominent Market Cross marking its center. It served as a bustling hub where merchants would come together to exchange goods and conduct business. During the 1940s in Chichester, amidst wartime chaos, the Market Cross remained steadfast with a traffic policeman ensuring order prevailed. This image serves as a reminder of resilience during challenging times. Woodbridge's Market Hill boasts both the impressive Shire Hall and the iconic Market Cross side by side. These structures stand tall against time, witnessing countless transactions that have shaped this charming town in Suffolk. Wymondham's Market Cross stands proudly in Norfolk, another testament to centuries-old trading traditions that continue today. Its presence adds character to this quaint English village. In Alston, Cumbria - England's highest village - lies yet another notable example of a market cross. Standing tall amidst picturesque surroundings, it represents not only commerce but also community spirit thriving at great heights. Glastonbury's market cross takes us back to Somerset in the 1920s when life was simpler yet equally vibrant. The hustle and bustle around this central point created an atmosphere filled with energy and excitement. Lastly, Wells' market cross showcases intricate details that make it truly unique among others scattered throughout England. Its architectural beauty captures attention while serving as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. These diverse images capture different facets of market crosses across England – their historical significance intertwined with daily life activities such as trade or simply enjoying each other’s company under their protective roofs.