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St Dunstan Collection

St Dunstan, the renowned Archbishop of Canterbury, is depicted in various forms throughout history

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury (coloured engraving)

St Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury (coloured engraving)
972878 St Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan (909-988), Archbishop of Canterbury

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Edwy and Elgiva, (mid 19th century). Creator: J Rogers

Edwy and Elgiva, (mid 19th century). Creator: J Rogers
Edwy and Elgiva, (mid 19th century). Depiction of a scene from early British history: Queen Elgiva and King Eadwig are reproved by priests, possibly Archbishop Odo and/or Saint Dunstan

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan and the devil, 1826

St Dunstan and the devil, 1826. Born in Glastonbury, Somerset, St Dunstan (c925-988) became Archbishop of Canterbury in 961

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan, c1750. Artist: GP Harding

St Dunstan, c1750. Artist: GP Harding
St Dunstan, c1750. Unfinished copy of an original painting in Goldsmiths Hall of St Dunstan standing in front of an image depicting the crucifixion of Christ, angels above and clerics bowing

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan at the feet of Christ

St Dunstan at the feet of Christ
3585647 St Dunstan at the feet of Christ; (add.info.: St Dunstan at the feet of Christ. Dunstan (909 - 19 May 988 AD) was an Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey, a Bishop of Worcester, a Bishop of London

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Theatrical make-up: St Dunstan (b / w photo)

Theatrical make-up: St Dunstan (b / w photo)
6002680 Theatrical make-up: St Dunstan (b/w photo) by Morton, Cavendish (1874-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan s, Fleet Street (colour litho)

St Dunstan s, Fleet Street (colour litho)
6022658 St Dunstan s, Fleet Street (colour litho) by Marshall, Herbert Menzies (1841-1913) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan s, Fleet Street)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstans in the East (engraving)

St Dunstans in the East (engraving)
6004211 St Dunstans in the East (engraving) by Neale, J. P. (1771/80-1847); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstans in the East)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: A view of St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving)

A view of St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving)
585077 A view of St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A view of St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstans in the East (engraving)

St Dunstans in the East (engraving)
582855 St Dunstans in the East (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstans in the East.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan s, Stepney, London (engraving)

St Dunstan s, Stepney, London (engraving)
602965 St Dunstan s, Stepney, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan s, Stepney)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan-in-the-East, London (w / c on paper)

St Dunstan-in-the-East, London (w / c on paper)
602488 St Dunstan-in-the-East, London (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan-in-the-East)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstans Palace (engraving)

St Dunstans Palace (engraving)
816207 St Dunstans Palace (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstans Palace)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: View from St Dunstan s, Fleet Street (b / w photo)

View from St Dunstan s, Fleet Street (b / w photo)
3096714 View from St Dunstan s, Fleet Street (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View from St Dunstan s, Fleet Street)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: London in the Year 1560 (engraving)

London in the Year 1560 (engraving)
1594517 London in the Year 1560 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London in the Year 1560. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 2 October 1847)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan in the East, London (engraving)

St Dunstan in the East, London (engraving)
582874 St Dunstan in the East, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan in the East, London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan in the west, Fleet Street (engraving)

St Dunstan in the west, Fleet Street (engraving)
3637295 St Dunstan in the west, Fleet Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan in the west, Fleet Street)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan was noted for this kind of thing (engraving)

St Dunstan was noted for this kind of thing (engraving)
1090793 St Dunstan was noted for this kind of thing (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan was noted for this kind of thing)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan s-in-the-West (engraving)

St Dunstan s-in-the-West (engraving)
1586952 St Dunstan s-in-the-West (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan s-in-the-West. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 August 1842)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan s, Stepney, from a view taken in 1803 (engraving)

St Dunstan s, Stepney, from a view taken in 1803 (engraving)
3636303 St Dunstan s, Stepney, from a view taken in 1803 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan s, Stepney, from a view taken in 1803)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan s-in-the-East (engraving)

St Dunstan s-in-the-East (engraving)
3636295 St Dunstan s-in-the-East (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan s-in-the-East)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Church of St Dunstan in the West (engraving)

Church of St Dunstan in the West (engraving)
585099 Church of St Dunstan in the West (engraving) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church of St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstan s, Fleet Street)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Part of the Church of St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street

Part of the Church of St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving)
585076 Part of the Church of St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving) by English School

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (engraving)

St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (engraving)
585075 St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan in the West; St Dunstans Church)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Samuel Clarke, minister of St Dunstan s. London (engraving)

Samuel Clarke, minister of St Dunstan s. London (engraving)
609921 Samuel Clarke, minister of St Dunstan s. London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samuel Clarke, minister of St Dunstan s)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstans in the West (litho)

St Dunstans in the West (litho)
6020333 St Dunstans in the West (litho) by Pennell, Joseph (1858-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstans in the West)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan s, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving)

St Dunstan s, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving)
585095 St Dunstan s, Fleet Street, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan s, Fleet Street)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstans in the East, London (engraving)

St Dunstans in the East, London (engraving)
582888 St Dunstans in the East, London (engraving) by Wale, Samuel (1721-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstans in the East, London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: The Ingoldsby Legends (engraving)

The Ingoldsby Legends (engraving)
1102830 The Ingoldsby Legends (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ingoldsby Legends)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Science and superstition (coloured engraving)

Science and superstition (coloured engraving)
5997659 Science and superstition (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Science and superstition)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan s, Regents Park, London (b / w photo)

St Dunstan s, Regents Park, London (b / w photo)
3657149 St Dunstan s, Regents Park, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstan s, Regents Park, London)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstans mat making workshop for soldiers blinded in the First World War (b / w photo)

St Dunstans mat making workshop for soldiers blinded in the First World War (b / w photo)
3637622 St Dunstans mat making workshop for soldiers blinded in the First World War (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan kneeling at the feet of Christ, from a pen-drawing by himself, existing in the Bod Lib

St Dunstan kneeling at the feet of Christ, from a pen-drawing by himself, existing in the Bod Lib, Oxford
3635766 St Dunstan kneeling at the feet of Christ, from a pen-drawing by himself, existing in the Bod Lib, Oxford, and engraved in Hicks Thesaurus (engraving) by English School

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstan frightened King Edwys armed men, 1912 (litho)

St Dunstan frightened King Edwys armed men, 1912 (litho)
2920446 St Dunstan frightened King Edwys armed men, 1912 (litho) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: The sensible woman gets Dunstan to leave his cell, 1912 (colour litho)

The sensible woman gets Dunstan to leave his cell, 1912 (colour litho)
2920445 The sensible woman gets Dunstan to leave his cell, 1912 (colour litho) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St Dunstans in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (engraving)

St Dunstans in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (engraving)
585066 St Dunstans in the West; St Dunstans Church, Fleet Street, London (engraving) by Billings, R. W. (1813-74); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Dunstans in the West; St Dunstans Church)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: London Sketches (engraving)

London Sketches (engraving)
1054526 London Sketches (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Sketches. Illustration for The Graphic)

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: St. Potentiana; St. Dunstan; St. Yvo; St. Bernardinus of Siena. Creator: Jacques Callot

St. Potentiana; St. Dunstan; St. Yvo; St. Bernardinus of Siena. Creator: Jacques Callot
St. Potentiana; St. Dunstan; St. Yvo; St. Bernardinus of Siena

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Edwy dragged by Dunstan from the presence of Elgiva, c1890. Creator: Unknown

Edwy dragged by Dunstan from the presence of Elgiva, c1890. Creator: Unknown
Edwy dragged by Dunstan from the presence of Elgiva, c1890. Eadwig, (died 1 October 959), King of England from 955 in dispute with Archbishops Dunstan following the banquet of his coronation in

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Dunstan dragging King Edwy from his Consort Queen Ethelgiva on his Coronation Day, 1773

Dunstan dragging King Edwy from his Consort Queen Ethelgiva on his Coronation Day, 1773. King Edwy (died 959) is returned to the banquet following his coronation from his Consort

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Cruelty of Dunstan to Edwy & Elgiva, 1838

Cruelty of Dunstan to Edwy & Elgiva, 1838. Edwy (d.959), King of England from 955. Queen Elgiva and Dunstan (909- 988), an Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey, a Bishop of Worcester

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: King Edgar laying aside his crown on being repremanded by Archbishop Dunstan, c960s (1793)

King Edgar laying aside his crown on being repremanded by Archbishop Dunstan, c960s (1793)
King Edgar laying aside his crown on being repremanded by Archbishop Dunstan for having seduced a Nun, c960s (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Dunstan, c. 909 - 988. English bishop. Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey, Bishop of Worcester

Dunstan, c. 909 - 988. English bishop. Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey, Bishop of Worcester, Bishop of London and Archbishop of Canterbury, later canonised as a saint

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Twelfth century illustration of St Dunstan (909-988) as a scribe. He was an Archbishop of Canterbury

Twelfth century illustration of St Dunstan (909-988) as a scribe. He was an Archbishop of Canterbury
Illustration, painted at Canterbury, of St Dunstan (909-988) as a scribe, part of a latin commentary on the rule of St Benedict. This piece is from the British Library

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: ST. DUNSTANs IN THE WEST, FLEET STREET, LONDON, UK, britain, british, europe

ST. DUNSTANs IN THE WEST, FLEET STREET, LONDON, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Background imageSt Dunstan Collection: Parked Car

Parked Car
October 1926: A car parked outside St Dunstans gates. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)




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St Dunstan, the renowned Archbishop of Canterbury, is depicted in various forms throughout history. In a coloured engraving, we see St Dunstan standing tall and dignified, his presence commanding respect and admiration. Another intriguing portrayal shows him engaged in a battle of wills with the devil himself in 1826. This depiction captures the essence of St Dunstan's unwavering faith and determination to overcome evil. In an enchanting mid-19th-century artwork by J Rogers titled "Edwy and Elgiva, " we witness St Dunstan's involvement in a historical event. The artist skillfully brings to life the story surrounding Edwy and Elgiva, showcasing St Dunstan as a pivotal figure guiding them through their trials. GP Harding's c1750 painting showcases St Dunstan adorned in theatrical make-up. This unique representation highlights his multifaceted nature as both a spiritual leader and an influential character within society. The vibrant lithograph of St Dunstans on Fleet Street transports us back to London's bustling streets. It serves as a reminder that this iconic church has stood for centuries as a symbol of faith amidst the ever-changing cityscape. An engraving depicting St Dunstans in Stepney reveals another facet of his influence across different areas of London. His impact extended beyond Canterbury, leaving an indelible mark on numerous communities throughout England. Stunning watercolor artistry captures the ethereal beauty of St Dunstans-in-the-East Church. The delicate brushwork evokes tranquility while reminding us that even amidst destruction during World War II bombings, faith endures. Lastly, an engraving titled "St Dunstans Palace" offers insight into yet another aspect of this remarkable figure's legacy—a testament to his prominence not only within religious circles but also within political realms. These diverse representations collectively paint a vivid picture of who Saint Dunstan was—an influential archbishop whose legacy continues to inspire generations.