Portland Stone Collection

Marylebone Town Hall, One of the Most Eminent of Londons New Buildings, c1935. The Town Hall on Marylebone Road in central London opened in 1920

Figures over the Gateway of Bethlehem Hospital, engraved by A
XJF465153 Figures over the Gateway of Bethlehem Hospital, engraved by A. Birrell for Lamberts History of London, 1805 (engraving) by English School

The Cenotaph, Whitehall, London. The Cenotaph is the site of the annual national service of remembrance when those who fell in the Great War and subsequent conflicts are remembered

Wren's Temple Bar Gate, 1870 (engraving)
1575624 Wren's Temple Bar Gate, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of Wren's Temple Bar Gate. Commissioned by King Charles II, and designed by Sir Christopher Wren)

Montagu-House, Whitehall, the residence of the Duke of Buccleuch, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Montagu-House, Whitehall, [London], the residence of the Duke of Buccleuch, 1864. 'We give a View of the river front of this noble mansion, the exterior of which is now almost complete

The new "Tattersall's" at Knightsbridge-Green, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The new "Tattersall's" at Knightsbridge-Green, [London], 1864. Auctioneer of race horses. 'The front displays a central gateway, with pediments beautifully carved

The demolition of Old Westminster-Bridge, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The demolition of Old Westminster-Bridge, [London], 1860....the ancient bridge stood for more than six hundred years before the foundation of its youthful

Improvements in Fleet-Street - the Union Bank of London, Temple Bar Branch, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Improvements in Fleet-Street - the Union Bank of London, Temple Bar Branch, 1857. The house on the left, with a narrow but ornamental front, will be occupied by Mr

The Water-Gate of York House, Buckingham-Street, Strand, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Water-Gate of York House, Buckingham-Street, Strand, 1854. York Watergate in Westminster, London, , built by George Villiers, c1626

The opening of the Hartley Institution at Southampton by Lord Palmerston... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The opening of the Hartley Institution at Southampton by Lord Palmerston: arrival of His Lordship at the Institution, 1862

Giant fossil ammonite
A 70cm diameter fossil ammonite embedded in limestone, from Portland Stone Quarries in Dorset

Europe, England, London, Tower Bridge

Remembrance day service, Cenotaph, Swansea, West Glamorgan. Circa 1930

Houses of Parliament, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Houses of Parliament, c1935. The Royal Air Force Memorial at Whitehall Steps in London was erected in 1923 as a memorial to all ranks of the Royal Navy Air Service, Royal Flying Corps

Europe, United Kingom, England, Lancashire, Liverpool, The Three Graces

Europe, England, London, Tower Bridge and City Hall

Europe, England, London, City Hall and Tower Bridge

The entrance front, Castle Coole, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310400 The entrance front, Castle Coole, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built 1789-98 by firstly Richard Johnston and then James Wyatt)

The New Custom House on the River Thames, London, 1816 (engraving)
5912688 The New Custom House on the River Thames, London, 1816 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: The New Custom House on the River Thames, London)

The Foundation Stone of Blackfriars Bridge, 1760, from a contemporary print (engraving)
619701 The Foundation Stone of Blackfriars Bridge, 1760, from a contemporary print (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blackfriars Bridge)

The Application of Machinery to Sculpture (engraving)
1098103 The Application of Machinery to Sculpture (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Application of Machinery to Sculpture)

Melancholia, c. 1670-1700 (carved stone)
XJF465154 Melancholia, c.1670-1700 (carved stone) by Cibber, Caius Gabriel (1630-1700); Bethlem Museum of the Mind, Beckenham

Some stones useful in building (colour litho)
6009005 Some stones useful in building (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some stones useful in building)

The Fountain, Kings College, Cambridge, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
The Fountain, Kings College, Cambridge, late 19th century. The Founders Fountain, 1874-1879, designed by Henry Hugh Armstead, with bronze figures on Portland stone

The Lion Gates, Hampton Court, London, 1910. Creator: Unknown
The Lion Gates, Hampton Court, London, 1910. Portland stone piers with wrought-iron gates, at the Bushey Park entrance to Hampton Court Palace

Rogers Seat and Inigo Jones Gateway, Holland House, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Rogers Seat and Inigo Jones Gateway, Holland House, c1876. Rogers Seat, named after Samuel Rogers, poet and banker and comissioned gateway of Portland stone by Inigo Jones

Whittingtons Stone in 1820, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Whittingtons Stone in 1820, (c1876). The Whittington Stone at the foot of Highgate Hill in Archway marks the spot where Dick Whittington in English folk heard the sound of Bow Bells

Representation in Stone of a 9-Inch Howitzer That Caused Great Controversy, c1935. Wreaths at the Royal Artillery Memorial at Hyde Park Corner in London

An Addition To Londons Monuments: The Royal Regiment of Artillery Memorial, c1935. Wreaths at the Royal Artillery Memorial at Hyde Park Corner in London

A Roman Eagle Fittingly Symbolises The Flying Men of the Great War, c1935. Creator: Unknown
A Roman Eagle Fittingly The Flying Men of the Great War, c1935. Royal Air Force Memorial at Whitehall Steps in London, erected in 1923 as a memorial to all ranks of the Royal Navy Air Service

Tilly Whim Caves on Durlston Head, Dorset, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Tilly Whim Caves on Durlston Head, Dorset, 20th century. A disused quarry for Portland Stone. Three stone quarries on the Jurassic Coast of the English Channel whereTriassic

War Memorial, Trowbridge
Circa 1920. Set on 3 wide steps and topped by a bronze soldier. IoE 314099

Kennedy Memorial
Memorial to President John F. Kennedy (1917-63). The stone is imperceptibly curved in all directions to counter optical illusion. IoE 469101

The Ceremony of Laying the First Stone of Blackfriars Bridge by the Lord Mayor
XJF396648 The Ceremony of Laying the First Stone of Blackfriars Bridge by the Lord Mayor and Aldermen of the City of London, engraved by Charles Grignion, 1760 (engraving) by Wale

Boulton Statue, Birmingham, Midlands, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Portland Stone: A Timeless Beauty Shaping London's Architectural Landscape" Marylebone Town Hall, One of the Most Eminent of London's New Buildings, c1935: Standing proudly in Portland Stone, Marylebone Town Hall showcases the enduring elegance and grandeur of this iconic building material. The Cenotaph, Whitehall, London: The solemnity and reverence embodied by The Cenotaph are enhanced by its stately presence in Portland Stone, symbolizing strength and remembrance. Figures over the Gateway of Bethlehem Hospital, engraved by A: Crafted with intricate detail on Portland Stone, these figures immortalize history while showcasing the versatility and artistry inherent to this remarkable stone. The entrance front, Castle Coole from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo): Castle Coole's majestic entrance front exemplifies how Portland Stone has been a preferred choice for centuries when it comes to creating awe-inspiring architectural masterpieces. Giant fossil ammonite: Nature's masterpiece preserved in stone. This giant fossil ammonite carved out of exquisite Portland Stone serves as a testament to both geological wonders and human craftsmanship. Tower Bridge - Europe, England, London: The iconic Tower Bridge owes its timeless allure not only to its engineering marvel but also to the elegant cladding of durable Portland Stone that adorns its towers. Houses of Parliament c1935 - Creator: Unknown: Marvel at the Houses of Parliament's splendor as they rise majestically from Westminster Palace; their resplendent facade crafted meticulously using prestigious Portland Stone. Liverpool's Three Graces - Europe, United Kingdom: These magnificent waterfront buildings epitomize Liverpool's rich maritime heritage while being clad in stunning white Portland Stone that adds an air of sophistication to their architecture. Tower Bridge & City Hall - Europe England, London.