St Bartholomew The Great Collection

Priory Church of Saint Bartholomew the Great
circa 1950: A view of the Priory Church of Saint Bartholomew the Great. Londons oldest surviving church. Founded in 1123 as an Augustinian Priory, it has been in continuous use since 1143

The Principal Gate of the Priory of St Bartholomew, Smithfield
6340461 The Principal Gate of the Priory of St Bartholomew, Smithfield by Smith, John Thomas (1766-1833); (add.info.: The Principal Gate of the Priory of St Bartholomew, Smithfield)

A Curious Good Friday Benevolence (colour litho)
3643339 A Curious Good Friday Benevolence (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Curious Good Friday Benevolence)

Interior of St Bartholomew-the-Great (engraving)
3636378 Interior of St Bartholomew-the-Great (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St Bartholomew-the-Great)

Church of St Bartholomew the Great and Church of St Bartholomew the Less, London (engraving)
983866 Church of St Bartholomew the Great and Church of St Bartholomew the Less, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St Bartholomew the Great, Smithfield (engraving)
1620669 St Bartholomew the Great, Smithfield (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Bartholomew the Great, Smithfield)

Founders Tomb, St Bartholomew the Great (litho)
5990728 Founders Tomb, St Bartholomew the Great (litho) by Pennell, Joseph (1858-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Founders Tomb, St Bartholomew the Great)

Old Smithfield (litho)
1606738 Old Smithfield (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Smithfield. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 November 1898)

Within Great St. Bartholomew s: Raheres Tomb in the Choir, c1935. Creator: Joel
Within Great St. Bartholomew s: Raheres Tomb in the Choir, c1935. The church of St Bartholomew the Great in the City of London was founded as an Augustinian Priory by Anglo-Norman priest

Interior of St. Bartholomew-The-Great, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Interior of St. Bartholomew-The-Great, c1872. Church in the City of London, founded as an Augustinian priory in 1123. One of the oldest churches in London, it is notable for its Norman architecture

Rayers Tomb, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Rayers Tomb, (c1872). Monument to Rahere, founder and first prior of St. Bartholomews Priory and Hospital in 1123, in the church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, City of London

St Bartholomew-the-Great, City of London, 1803. Artist: C John M Whichelo
West south west view of St Bartholomew-the-Great and part of the old priory, City of London, 1803

View of St Bartholomew-the-Great from the churchyard, City of London, 1810. Artist
View of St Bartholomew-the-Great from the churchyard, City of London, 1810

Ground plan of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield, City of London, 1821
Ground plan of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield and vicinity. Also shown is the conventual seal and a key

St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1781. Artist: John Carter
Remains of the priory of St Bartholomew, Smithfield, later used for burials

West gate of the old Priory of St Bartholomew-the-great, Smithfield, City of London, 1851

Remains of the cloisters of St Bartholomew-the-Great prior to their removal, City of London, 1872

Interior of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield, City of London, c1880. Interior view of the aisle or ambulatory between the nave and the entrance (walled up) to the Lady Chapel

Raheres tomb, St Bartholomews Priory, City of London, 1880. Artist: John Crowther
Raheres tomb, St Bartholomews Priory, City of London, 1880. Rahere was a favourite courtier of Henry I. He founded St Bartholomews Hospital in 1123

Interior of the chapel in the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1818

Interior view of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield, City of London, 1818. Artist
Interior view of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield, City of London, 1818

Remains of the cloisters of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield, City of London, 1813. The priory was founded in the 12th century

People in pews inside the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1837

Choir of the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great during repairs, Smithfield, City of London, 1815
The choir of the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great during repairs, Smithfield, City of London, 1815

Monument in the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1851. Monument to Rahere, founder and first prior of St Bartholomews Priory and Hospital in 1123

Interior view of the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1821

Ruins of the south transept, Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1800
Ruins of the south transept, Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1805. Part of the church, originally an Augustinian priory founded in the 12th century

Part of the ruins of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield, City of London, 1790. Artist
Part of the ruins of St Bartholomews Priory, Smithfield, City of London, 1790. The priory was founded in the 12th century

Architectural features in the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1789. Capitals and other decorative details

View of the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1770

Western entrance to the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1837. A one-legged man, possibly a beggar, leans against the wall

Gateway to the Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1793

Interior of St Bartholomews Priory, London, 1880. Artist: John Crowther
Interior view of St Bartholomews Priory showing the nave, looking east, London, 1880

St Bartholomews Priory, London, 1881. Artist: John Crowther
View of St Bartholomews Priory, London, 1881; showing the main entrance of the church and also Griffins coffee and dining room

St Bartholomews Priory, London, 1880. Artist: John Crowther
View of St Bartholomews Priory seen from the west, London, 1880

Cloth Fair, London, 1884. Artist: John Crowther
Back view of Cloth Fair, London, 1884; the Gothic window looks into the ambulatory of St Bartholomews Priory and almshouses can be seen on the left

Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1806. Artist: J Coney
Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, Smithfield, City of London, 1806. View showing part of the choir and remains of the south transept

Eastern cloister of St Bartholomews Priory, West Smithfield, City of London, c1805 (1906). Artist: John Greig
Eastern cloister of St Bartholomews Priory, West Smithfield, City of London, c1805 (1906). The Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great was originally founded as an Augustinian priory in 1123

Interior of the Church of St Bartholomew the Great, West Smithfield, City of London, 1906. The Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great was originally founded as an Augustinian priory in 1123

Church of St Bartholomew the Great in West Smithfield, City of London, 1822 (1906). View of part of the choir, with the remains of the south transept

The gate of St Bartholomews Priory, West Smithfield, City of London, c1850 (1906).The Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great was originally founded as an Augustinian priory in 1123

Plan of the Priory Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, London, 1906. A conjectural restoration of the buildings of the church as existing in Prior William Boltons time, c1530

The Church of St, Bartholomew-the-Great, 1737. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1737

St Bartholomew-the-Great, City of London, 1737. Artist: William Henry Toms
West view of St Bartholomew-the-Great, City of London; with a dedication, description and coat of arms beneath

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St Bartholomew the Great, also known as the Priory Church of Saint Bartholomew the Great, is a historical gem nestled in Smithfield, London. Stepping through The Principal Gate of the Priory of St Bartholomew feels like entering a time capsule that transports you to centuries past. One cannot help but marvel at A Curious Good Friday Benevolence depicted in a vibrant colour lithograph. It captures the essence of this sacred place and its significance during religious festivities. The interior of St Bartholomew-the-Great, as seen in an enchanting engraving, exudes grandeur and tranquility simultaneously. Adjacent to it stands the Church of St Bartholomew the Less, forming a harmonious duo immortalized in another captivating engraving. Together they symbolize faith and devotion intertwined throughout history. The striking image itself showcases its architectural magnificence amidst bustling Smithfield. This engraving serves as a testament to its enduring presence over generations. Founders Tomb within St Bartholomew's evokes reverence for those who laid its foundations long ago. Its lithographic representation adds depth to our understanding and appreciation for their legacy. Old Smithfield comes alive through another lithograph, revealing glimpses into daily life surrounding this spiritual haven. It paints a vivid picture of how this church has stood witness to countless stories unfolding around it. Within Great St. Bartholomew's lies Raheres Tomb in the Choir - an exquisite sight captured beautifully by Joel in 1935. This photograph encapsulates both artistic brilliance and historical significance within one frame. An unknown artist's depiction from 1872 reveals yet another treasure: Rayers Tomb within these hallowed walls – an eternal resting place that speaks volumes about lives lived with purpose and meaning. In more recent times, Ethel Davies' lens captures St Barts' timeless beauty in 2005.