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Overhangs Collection

Overhangs, a glimpse into the architectural history of Bristol. From Castle Street to St Michaels Hill, these captivating structures have stood the test of time

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Castle Street (w / c on paper)

Castle Street (w / c on paper)
2832199 Castle Street (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Lower End of Steep Street, with house, 1540 (w / c on paper)

Lower End of Steep Street, with house, 1540 (w / c on paper)
2832028 Lower End of Steep Street, with house, 1540 (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: St Michaels Hill (w / c on paper)

St Michaels Hill (w / c on paper)
2832027 St Michaels Hill (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Broad Street (w / c on paper)

Broad Street (w / c on paper)
2831800 Broad Street (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: High Street with the Market Gate, 1825 (w / c on paper with scratching-out)

High Street with the Market Gate, 1825 (w / c on paper with scratching-out)
2831851 High Street with the Market Gate, 1825 (w/c on paper with scratching-out) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Little Shambles, York, late 19th century (b / w photo)

Little Shambles, York, late 19th century (b / w photo)
3245497 Little Shambles, York, late 19th century (b/w photo) by British Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; British, out of copyright

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Peter Street and Mary-le-Port Street (w / c over pencil on paper)

Peter Street and Mary-le-Port Street (w / c over pencil on paper)
2832141 Peter Street and Mary-le-Port Street (w/c over pencil on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: St Peters Church and Vicarage (w / c on paper)

St Peters Church and Vicarage (w / c on paper)
2832128 St Peters Church and Vicarage (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: The Corner of Castle Green, 1826 (w / c over pencil on paper)

The Corner of Castle Green, 1826 (w / c over pencil on paper)
2832184 The Corner of Castle Green, 1826 (w/c over pencil on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Mary-le-Port Street (w / c on paper)

Mary-le-Port Street (w / c on paper)
2832263 Mary-le-Port Street (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Looking up Small Street towards the Exchange (w / c on paper)

Looking up Small Street towards the Exchange (w / c on paper)
2831939 Looking up Small Street towards the Exchange (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Icy crust formation over the Undine Falls in winter, YNP, USA

Icy crust formation over the Undine Falls in winter, YNP, USA
Icy crust formation over the Undine Falls in winter; Yellowstone National Park, United states of America

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Golden Cathedral porthole arch, Neon Canyon, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah, USA

Golden Cathedral porthole arch, Neon Canyon, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah, USA
Golden Cathedral porthole arch in Neon Canyon, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument; Utah, United States of America

Background imageOverhangs Collection: High Street houses

High Street houses - Houses with overhangs, gabled roofs, shop fronts. Part of Box 318 Boswell Collection - Dickens. Date: circa 1900

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Picture No. 10760982

Picture No. 10760982
A Balanced Rock is created by softer rock which erodes away, leaving overhangs of hard rock. Date:

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Nassau Grouper (Epinephelus striatus) adult, swimming in coral reef overhang, Molasses Reef

Nassau Grouper (Epinephelus striatus) adult, swimming in coral reef overhang, Molasses Reef, Key Largo, Florida Keys, Florida, U.S.A. January

Background imageOverhangs Collection: Rufous-throated Dipper (Cinclus schulzi) adult, foraging under cascade in fast-flowing stream

Rufous-throated Dipper (Cinclus schulzi) adult, foraging under cascade in fast-flowing stream, Meconila, Jujuy, Argentina, july



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Overhangs, a glimpse into the architectural history of Bristol. From Castle Street to St Michaels Hill, these captivating structures have stood the test of time. In Lower End of Steep Street, a house from 1540 proudly displays its overhang, showcasing the craftsmanship of yesteryears. Broad Street boasts an array that add character and charm to this bustling thoroughfare. High Street with the Market Gate takes us back to 1825, where scratching-out on paper captures the essence of this vibrant street scene. Little Shambles in York transports us to the late 19th century through a black and white photograph, revealing overhangs lining the narrow lanes. Peter Street and Mary-le-Port Street intertwine their overhanging facades in watercolor over pencil on paper. St Peters Church and Vicarage showcase delicate brushstrokes capturing every detail of their impressive overhangs. The Corner of Castle Green invites us into its world with watercolor overlaying pencil strokes from 1826. Mary-le-Port Street showcases yet another example of exquisite architecture with its carefully depicted overhang in watercolor on paper. Looking up Small Street towards the Exchange reveals a picturesque scene captured meticulously in watercolor on paper. The high street houses proudly display their unique features, including ornate windows and intricate carvings adorning their grandiose overhangs. These glimpses into history remind us that even small details like an elegant overhang can tell stories spanning centuries, and are not merely decorative elements but symbols representing our rich cultural heritage preserved for generations to come.