Pews Collection (#8)

St Andrews Church, Didling
Black and white interior view of church showing pews and altar. Hordern Collection General Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No PH5361

Dr Syntax Preaching. Aquatint by Rowlandson from The Tour of Dr Syntax in Search of the Picturesque, Ackermann, London, 1813. Pulpit with sounding board over

Chartists in church, 1839. To demonstrate their power and numbers, they would process to church well before time for the service, and peacefully fill the pews

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Free seats: In Anglican churches in England in the 19th century more prosperous families rented their pews, but some free seats were available for the poor. Wood engraving by John Emms, London, 1872

Interior of medieval church, Trono Old Church, Halsingland, Norrland, Sweden, august

West Tarring: the interior of St Andrews Church, 17 July 1891
General Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No PH 26113/118

Rottingdean: Interior of St Margarets Church, 20 September 1897
General Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No PH 26113/48

Scottish Churchgoing 19C
Collection time in a Scottish church. Date: early 19th century

The interior of St Marys Church, Brighton
Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: PH 26113/17

Royal Wedding 1885 -- Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry
Scene inside the church during the wedding ceremony of Princess Beatrice, youngest child of Queen Victoria, and Prince Henry of Battenberg

Huntingdons Free Church
The Countess of Huntingdons Free Church, Deansway, Worcester, England. Lady Huntingdon was converted to Methodism in 1739. She built many such chapels in England. Date: built 1804

The Netherlands -Zeeland women in church
The Netherlands - Zuid-Beveland, Zeeland women in church, each wearing traditional Dutch headdresses Date: circa 1910s

Antigua - Interior of St Johns Cathedral
Antigua, West Indies - Interior of St Johns Cathedral Date: circa 1903

RC Cathedral of the Holy Name, Mumbai, India
Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Name, Mumbai, India Date: circa 1907

Interior of the Catholic Chapel, Warwick Square
The interior of the Catholic Chapel, Warwick Square, Pimlico, London Date: 1940

Radio set up in Castleford church, Yorkshire
An Ultra radio set up in Hightown Parish Church, Castleford, Yorkshire, so that the congregation can follow the celebrations for the Silver Jubilee of King George V. Date: 1935

Alte Kapelle, Regensburg, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Basilica of St. Anne, Altoetting, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Iglesia el Rosario, San Salvador, El Salvador, Central America

Interior of Santo Domingo church, Oaxaca, Oaxaca state, Mexico, North America

St. Davids Cathedral nave, Pembrokeshire National Park, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Evry cathedral, Evry, Essonne, Ile-de-France, France, Europe

Painted domed ceiling inside Frederikskirken Church (Marmorkirken), Copenhagen, Denmark, Scandinavia, Europe

Homeless refuge chapel in New York
Association for the Relief of Respectable Aged Indigent Females. The Chapel. Chapel at the Association for the Relief of Respectable Aged Indigent Females, 891 Amsterdam Avenue, looking toward altar

Methodist chapel, St Davids, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
Interior view of the Methodist chapel, St David s, Pembrokeshire, South Wales, showing the pulpit as seen from the upper gallery

Interior of RC Church, Portland Prison, Dorset
The interior of the Roman Catholic church at Portland Prison, Dorset. The prison opened in 1848 as a public works prison for convicts who were employed in quarries in the area

Studienkirche interior, Dillingen, Bavaria, Germany
View of the interior of the Studienkirche (Study Church or University Church), formerly the Jesuit Church of the Assumption, in Dillingen an der Donau, Bavaria, Germany

Church interior, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, San Diego, California, United States of America, North America

Interior, Cathedral de Granada, Park Colon, Park Central, Granada, Nicaragua, Central America

Church interior, Horton War Hospital, Epsom, Surrey
Interior of the church at the Horton War Hospital, Epsom, Surrey, opened in 1899 as Horton Asylum - Londons seventh county asylum

Interior - Harrow Church
The Interior of Harrow Church in the grounds of the English Public School

Sistine Chapel / Vatican
The interior of the spectacular Sistine Chapel at the Vatican, Rome. The ceiling and walls are covered in full colour frescos by Michelangelo

Churchgoers 1886
Sunday: The housemaid and others go to church on their day of rest

Christ Church Cathedral interior, Oxford University, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Inside the Igreja do Colegio, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, Europe

Presbyterian temple service, Seoul, South Korea, Asia

Magnificent interior of a church, Ljubljana, Slovenia, Europe

Iglesia de San Jose, (Church of the Golden Altar), Casco Antiguo (Casco Viejo), Old City, San Felipe District, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Panama City, Panama, Central America

Woman praying in church, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Church interior, Old Mission Santa Ines, Solvang, Santa Barbara County, Central California, United States of America

Singing in Church 1870S
A pretty young woman and three children singing in the village choir

Missionary New Zealand
A native church at Otaki, with a sermon being delivered to the congregation, who do not have pews to sit in

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"Pews: Witnessing History and Faith in Iconic Spaces" Step into the sacred realm of pews, where history intertwines with devotion. From Sacrament Sunday to William Teulon Blandford Fletcher's architectural marvels, these wooden seats have borne witness to countless sermons and spiritual journeys. In 1863, John Everett Millais immortalized the innocence of youth in "My First Sermon, " capturing a young boy's awe within the confines of a pew. A year later, "My Second Sermon" continued this narrative, showcasing growth and contemplation amidst the hallowed space. Beyond churches lie other notable pews that hold their own stories. The Old Bailey stands as an emblematic symbol of justice served while St. Stephen's Cathedral in Passau offers solace amid Bavaria's picturesque landscapes. Pentonville Prison reminds us that even behind bars they can offer solace and redemption for those seeking spiritual guidance. Meanwhile, Llandaff Cathedral's majestic Christ in Majesty painting evokes reverence and humility within its worshippers. Traveling across borders reveals diverse interpretations of faith encapsulated by these humble benches. Borley Church's sepia photograph captures both timelessness and mystery while Holy Trinity Church in Stepney showcases Londoners' unwavering devotion through its intricate interior design. Rosslyn Chapel beckons visitors with its enigmatic beauty; each pew holds secrets whispered throughout centuries past. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies Massaponax Church - a poignant reminder of General Grant’s Council of War during a turbulent era in American history. Closer to home is St Thomas The Martyr Church; nestled in Brentwood, Essex – it serves as a sanctuary for reflection amidst bustling city life. Through joyous hymns or tearful prayers uttered from these steadfast seats, pews remain silent witnesses to our collective human experience - bridging gaps between generations and cultures alike.