Merton College Collection

Front Quad, Merton College, Oxford University, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Merton College, Mob Quadrangle (b / w photo)
3631377 Merton College, Mob Quadrangle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College, Mob Quadrangle)

Windham William Sadler
5312097 Windham William Sadler; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Windham William Sadler (1796-1824) making a balloon ascent from fields near Merton College

Views of Merton College, Oxford: the Library, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Views of Merton College, Oxford: the Library, 1864. Two sides of [the Mob Quadrangle] are occupied by the Library, built by William Rede, Fellow of the college in 1319

General view of Merton College, Oxford, 1864. Creator: Unknown
General view of Merton College, Oxford, 1864. Among the centenary celebrations held in the present year, that of Merton College, founded six hundred years since

Views of Merton College, Oxford: the Chapel, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Views of Merton College, Oxford: the Chapel, 1864. The Chapel, a peculiar building of great beauty, being anciently the parish church of St

Views of Merton College, Oxford: the undergraduates quadrangle, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Views of Merton College, Oxford: the undergraduates quadrangle, 1864....the college has lately erected a block of buildings of sixteen sets of rooms for undergraduates

Sir. R. Steele, (1672-1729), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir. R. Steele, (1672-1729), 1830. Sir Richard Steele (1672-1729) Irish writer, playwright, and politician, educated at Charterhouse, Christ Church and Merton Colleges, Oxford

Merton college and University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Merton College and St Marys Church, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Walter de Merton, c. 1205 - 1277
3116245 Walter de Merton, c. 1205 - 1277. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishop of Rochester and founder of Merton College, Oxford)

Merton College, Oxford, England, History English architecture, historic landmarks, 19th Century
Vintage illustration of St John's College, Oxford, England, History English architecture, historic landmarks, 19th Century

The Library, etc, Merton College (engraving)
3631568 The Library, etc, Merton College (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Library, etc, Merton College)

Monument of Walter de Merton, founder of Merton College, Oxford, in Rochester Cathedral (engraving)
3626737 Monument of Walter de Merton, founder of Merton College, Oxford, in Rochester Cathedral (engraving) by English School

Merton College from the Gardens (b / w photo)
3631380 Merton College from the Gardens (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College from the Gardens)

Oxford, The Library at Merton College (b / w photo)
6015796 Oxford, The Library at Merton College (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford, The Library at Merton College)

Oxford, Merton College, Inner Quad (b / w photo)
5986747 Oxford, Merton College, Inner Quad (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford, Merton College, Inner Quad)

Oxford, Merton College, Old Doorway (b / w photo)
5986787 Oxford, Merton College, Old Doorway (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford, Merton College, Old Doorway)

Reverend Canon Creighton (engraving)
1062308 Reverend Canon Creighton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reverend Canon Creighton)

Merton College, Oxford (colour photo)
3093385 Merton College, Oxford (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College, Oxford)

A Coach Preparing to Leave Canterbury Gate, Christ Church, Oxford, c
BIR115512 A Coach Preparing to Leave Canterbury Gate, Christ Church, Oxford, c.1810-15 (pen and w/c on paper) by Rowlandson

Oxford, Entrance in the Court at Merton College (b / w photo)
6015786 Oxford, Entrance in the Court at Merton College (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford, Entrance in the Court at Merton College)

Front Quad, Merton College, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996825 Front Quad, Merton College, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Front Quad, Merton College, Oxford, Oxfordshire)

Queen Henriettas Drawing-Room and Bedroom, Merton College, Oxford (engraving)
664173 Queen Henriettas Drawing-Room and Bedroom, Merton College, Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Henriettas Drawing-Room and Bedroom)

Merton College, Oxford, Junior Common Room (b / w photo)
3650864 Merton College, Oxford, Junior Common Room (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College, Oxford, Junior Common Room)

Merton College and St John Baptist Church, Oxford (b / w photo)
2792409 Merton College and St John Baptist Church, Oxford (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College and St John Baptist Church)

Old Library, Merton College (engraving)
3631570 Old Library, Merton College (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Library, Merton College)

Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, 1894 (engraving)
1048341 Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, 1894 (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Oxford, 1894)

Merton College (etching)
2780405 Merton College (etching) by Thomas, Robert Kent (1816-84) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College)

East End of Chapel (engraving)
3631569 East End of Chapel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: East End of Chapel)

Views of Merton College, Oxford (engraving)
1613341 Views of Merton College, Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views of Merton College, Oxford)

Merton College, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996864 Merton College, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College, Oxford, Oxfordshire)

Library Merton College Oxford (b / w photo)
2792422 Library Merton College Oxford (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Library Merton College Oxford)

St Johns Church, Merton College, Oxford (colour photo)
3093293 St Johns Church, Merton College, Oxford (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Johns Church, Merton College, Oxford)

Oxford: Merton College from the Fields (colour litho)
5995412 Oxford: Merton College from the Fields (colour litho) by Carline, George (1855-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College from the Fields)

Merton College Chapel, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996857 Merton College Chapel, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College Chapel, Oxford, Oxfordshire)

The late Lord Randolph Churchill (engraving)
1627868 The late Lord Randolph Churchill (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Lord Randolph Churchill)

View of Oxford (engraving)
1099606 View of Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Oxford. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Crosses on Gables, etc (engraving)
3623717 Crosses on Gables, etc (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crosses on Gables, etc)

Mob Quadrangle Merton College, Oxford (b / w photo)
2792414 Mob Quadrangle Merton College, Oxford (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mob Quadrangle Merton College, Oxford)

Merton College (photo)
669153 Merton College (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College. Photograph from Pictures in Colour of Oxford (Jarrold)

The Honourable George Charles Brodrick (colour litho)
613351 The Honourable George Charles Brodrick (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Honourable George Charles Brodrick, Merton College)

Oxford, Merton College, Library (b / w photo)
5986748 Oxford, Merton College, Library (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford, Merton College, Library)

View from Merton College, 28 February 1791 (watercolour over graphite, on paper)
1216865 View from Merton College, 28 February 1791 (watercolour over graphite, on paper) by Malchair, John Baptist (1731-1812); 20.2x32.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Library, Merton College, Oxford (litho)
5213778 The Library, Merton College, Oxford (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Library, Merton College, Oxford)

Merton College, Oxford, Quadrangle (b / w photo)
3650880 Merton College, Oxford, Quadrangle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College, Oxford, Quadrangle)

Merton College, Oxford, Ground Plan (litho)
3650865 Merton College, Oxford, Ground Plan (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton College, Oxford, Ground Plan)

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Merton College, located in the picturesque city of Oxford, England, is a historic institution that has stood the test of time. With its stunning Front Quad and magnificent architecture, it proudly represents the rich history and heritage of Oxford University. As you stroll through Merton College's Mob Quadrangle, you are transported back in time to an era where scholars roamed these hallowed halls. The black and white photo captures the essence of this timeless place, evoking a sense of nostalgia. The Bridge over the River Cherwell in Oxford showcases the college's idyllic setting during autumn. The vibrant colors paint a picture-perfect scene that complements Merton College's serene atmosphere. Sir R. Steele's portrait adorns one corner of Merton College, reminding visitors of his significant contributions to literature and journalism during his lifetime. This unknown creator beautifully captured Steele's essence for future generations to admire. The harmonious coexistence between Merton College and St Mary the Virgin Church is truly remarkable. These two iconic landmarks stand side by side as symbols of faith and education intertwined within Oxfordshire's cultural fabric. Walter de Merton, founder in 1274 AD, left behind an enduring legacy that still resonates today. His vision for higher education shaped not only this esteemed institution but also influenced English architecture throughout history. Step into The Library at Merton College; it exudes an air of intellectualism with its vast collection spanning centuries. This engraving transports us into a world filled with knowledge waiting to be discovered within these walls. In Rochester Cathedral stands a monument dedicated to Walter de Merton himself—a testament to his lasting impact on both institutions' histories. It serves as a reminder that great minds can shape society long after they have departed from this world. Gazing upon Merton College from its enchanting gardens offers another perspective altogether—an ethereal beauty captured perfectly in black and white photography.