Nicholas Hawksmoor Collection

Christ Church, Spitalfields, London, 1815. View with figures and carts in the street. Built between 1714 and 1729, the church was designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor

Church of St Anne, Limehouse, London, 1811. Artist: John Coney
Church of St Anne, Limehouse, London, 1811. View looking across the churchyard. Designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor, St Anne s, Limehouse was built between 1714 and 1725

Easton Neston, Northamptonshire, the Hunting-Seat of the Empress of Austria...1876. Creator: Unknown
Easton Neston, Northamptonshire, the Hunting-Seat of the Empress of Austria, from a photograph by Vernon Heath, 1876. This place

Front elevation of the Church of St George in the East, Stepney, London, 1800. Artist
Front elevation of the Church of St George in the East, Stepney, London, 1800. St George in the East Church was built 1714-1726 to the design of Nicholas Hawksmoor

Church of St Marylebone in Middlesex and Church of St George in Bloomsbury, London (engraving)
983868 Church of St Marylebone in Middlesex and Church of St George in Bloomsbury, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The West Prospect of the Parish Church of St Michael, Cornhill, London (engraving)
983896 The West Prospect of the Parish Church of St Michael, Cornhill, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

South West View of the Parish Church of St Luke in Old Street, London (engraving)
983890 South West View of the Parish Church of St Luke in Old Street, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The North West Prospect of Christ Church in Spitalfields, London (engraving)
983898 The North West Prospect of Christ Church in Spitalfields, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St George's, Bloomsbury, 1844. Creator: Unknown
St George's, Bloomsbury, 1844. This singular structure, situated in Hart-street, Bloomsbury-square, is one of the fifty new churches appointed to be built at the public expense

Beverley Minster, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Beverley Minster, 1898. Grade I listed Beverley Minster, two great Perpendicular towers added c1400 with restoration work during early 18th century under Nicholas Hawksmoor

All Saints in Oxford, 1720s. Creator: Michael Burghers
All Saints in Oxford, 1720s. All Saints Church, Oxford was designed by Henry Aldrich, the Dean of Christ Church, and completed in 1720

Under the Elms in Deans Yard on a Day of July, c1935. Creator: McLeish
Under the Elms in Deans Yard on a Day of July, c1935. Abbey offices and part of the Deanery in Deans Yard, also known as The Green, with Westminster Abbey behind, London

The Hand of Wren in the Fabric of Westminster Abbey, c1935. Creator: Donald McLeish
The Hand of Wren in the Fabric of Westminster Abbey, c1935. The facade of Westminster Abbey in London. In 1698 Christopher Wren was appointed Surveyor General & Sub Commissioner for Repairs to

The Orangery, Kensington Palace, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
The Orangery, Kensington Palace, c1950. The baroque Orangery, next to Kensington Palace in London, was built in 1704-1705, probably by Nicholas Hawksmoor

The Parish Church, Greenwich, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
The Parish Church, Greenwich, (c1878). St Alfege Church at Greenwich in what is now greater London, was rebuilt 1712-1714 to the designs of Nicholas Hawksmoor

West Front of Westminster Abbey, from Tothill Street, (1881). Creator: Unknown
West Front of Westminster Abbey, from Tothill Street, (1881). The exterior of the Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London

St Michael, Cornhill, The Tower, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Michael, Cornhill, The Tower, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Michael

St George, Bloomsbury, View from the South East, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St George, Bloomsbury, View from the South East, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St George s, Bloomsbury, London

Christ Church, Spitalfields, View of the West End, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Christ Church, Spitalfields, View of the West End, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches

Church of St George in the East, Stepney, London, 1811. Artist: John Coney
Church of St George in the East, Stepney, London, 1811. St George in the East Church was built 1714-1726 to the design of Nicholas Hawksmoor

Church of St George in the East, Stepney, London, c1815. Artist: William Pearson
Church of St George in the East, Stepney, London, c1815. St George in the East Church was built 1714-1726 to the design of Nicholas Hawksmoor

The Royal Naval Hospital, Greenwich, London, 1838. View from the water

South-west view of the Church of St Anne, Limehouse, London, c1750

Church of St George, Hart Street, Bloomsbury, London, c1815. Artist: William Pearson
Church of St George, Hart Street, Bloomsbury, London, c1815

View of the Church of St George, Bloomsbury, London, 1799. Artist: Thomas Malton II
View of the Church of St George, Bloomsbury, London, 1799. The church was built by Nicholas Hawksmoor between 1716 and 1731

St Georges Church, Bloomsbury, Holborn, London, c1800

St Lukes Church, Old Street, Finsbury, London, c1810. Nicholas Hawksmoor designed the obelisk spire

South-east view of the Church of St Alfege, Greenwich, London, 1800. The church was designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor and completed in 1718

Christ Church, Spitalfields, London, 1817. Artist: Thomas Higham
Christ Church, Spitalfields, London, 1817. Built between 1714 and 1729, the church was designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor. It is regarded as possibly the finest of the so-called Commissioners Churches

Facade of Queens College, Oxford University. The facade, which dates from the 18th century, was designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor

St. Mary Woolnoth, 1890. From Picturesque London, by Percy Fitzgerald. [Ward & Downey, London, 1890]

Church of St Mary Woolnoth, City of London, c1910 (1911). Artist: Pictorial Agency
Church of St Mary Woolnoth, City of London, c1910 (1911). St Mary Woolnoth is an Anglican church in the City of London, located on the corner of Lombard Street and King William Street

Church of St Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, City of London, 19th century Artist: R Acon
Church of St Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, City of London, 19th century. Designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor and completed in 1716

Abbey Church of St Peter, Westminster, London, 1805. A view of Westminster Abbey showing the Gothic Revival western towers designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor in the 18th century

The Clarendon Building, Oxford, c1920. Artist: WF Taylor
The Clarendon Building, Oxford, c1920. The building was designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor, and was built between 1711 and 1715

Western towers, Westminster Abbey, London, 1815. Artist: Matthews
Western towers, Westminster Abbey, London, 1815. Designed in Gothic Revival style by Nicholas Hawksmoor, the western towers were added to the abbey between 1722 and 1745

King William Street and St Mary Woolnoth, London, 19th century. Artist: J Woods
King William Street and St Mary Woolnoth, London, 19th century. The Baroque church of St Mary Woolnoth, designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor, dates from 1716-1727

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Nicholas Hawksmoor, a renowned British architect of the 18th century, left an indelible mark on London's architectural landscape. His iconic structures continue to captivate visitors and stand as testaments to his genius. One of Hawksmoor's most notable works is Christ Church in Spitalfields, completed in 1815. This magnificent building showcases his mastery of Baroque architecture with its grandeur and intricate detailing. The church remains a beloved landmark in London, attracting both locals and tourists alike. Another gem by Hawksmoor is the Church of St Anne in Limehouse, finished in 1811. Adorned with sculptures by John Coney, this masterpiece exemplifies Hawksmoor's ability to blend classical elements with innovative design. The front elevation of the Church of St George in the East, Stepney (1800), also bears witness to Hawksmoor's talent. Its striking façade reflects his unique style that combines symmetry and ornamentation flawlessly. Hawksmoor's influence extended beyond religious buildings; he also made significant contributions to educational institutions like Queens College at Oxford University. The impressive facade he designed for this esteemed institution continues to inspire awe among students and scholars alike. London owes much of its architectural splendor to Nicholas Hawksmoor. From the elegant churches such as St Marylebone and St George in Bloomsbury depicted through engravings, to landmarks like Cornhill's Parish Church of St Michael or Old Street's Parish Church of St Luke - each structure stands as a testament to his vision and skill. Even beyond London’s borders, Hawkmoon left an impact on other cities' skylines too: from Beverley Minster (1898) showcasing his timeless craftsmanship despite being created after his time; or All Saints in Oxford (1720s) where Michael Burghers brought Hawkmoon’s designs into reality – all bear witness to his enduring legacy.