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St Giless Church Collection

"Unveiling the Rich History of St Giles's Church

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St. Giles's Church, Dallington, Sussex, 1864. Creator: Unknown

St. Giles's Church, Dallington, Sussex, 1864. Creator: Unknown
St. Giles's Church, Dallington, Sussex, 1864. Church rebuilt from designs by Edward Habershon. It consists of nave, north aisle, and chancel; the tower and spire, which are of the Tudor period

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Plan of St Giless Church, prior to the Alterations in 1829 (engraving)

Plan of St Giless Church, prior to the Alterations in 1829 (engraving)
5202894 Plan of St Giless Church, prior to the Alterations in 1829 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of St Giless Church)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: The Lantern and Tower of St Giless Church (engraving)

The Lantern and Tower of St Giless Church (engraving)
5202884 The Lantern and Tower of St Giless Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lantern and Tower of St Giless Church)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Edinburgh, from St Giless Church to the Canongate (engraving)

Edinburgh, from St Giless Church to the Canongate (engraving)
5202938 Edinburgh, from St Giless Church to the Canongate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edinburgh, from St Giless Church to the Canongate)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church, Cripplegate (engraving)

St Giless Church, Cripplegate (engraving)
1101082 St Giless Church, Cripplegate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giless Church, Cripplegate)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Key to the View of London and the Lord Mayors Show from St Pauls (engraving)

Key to the View of London and the Lord Mayors Show from St Pauls (engraving)
1596246 Key to the View of London and the Lord Mayors Show from St Pauls (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church, Cripplegate (litho)

St Giless Church, Cripplegate (litho)
6024971 St Giless Church, Cripplegate (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giless Church, Cripplegate)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church in the Present Day (engraving)

St Giless Church in the Present Day (engraving)
5202889 St Giless Church in the Present Day (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giless Church in the Present Day)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Monument in St Giless Church, Edinburgh, to the Officers and Men of the 93rd Highlanders killed in

Monument in St Giless Church, Edinburgh, to the Officers and Men of the 93rd Highlanders killed in India (engraving)
1613103 Monument in St Giless Church, Edinburgh, to the Officers and Men of the 93rd Highlanders killed in India (engraving) by English School

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh (engraving)

Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh (engraving)
1611228 Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Bird s-Eye View of Exeter College, Oxford University (engraving)

Bird s-Eye View of Exeter College, Oxford University (engraving)
1609855 Bird s-Eye View of Exeter College, Oxford University (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Exeter College, Oxford University)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: The Montrose Memorial in St Giless Church, Edinburgh (engraving)

The Montrose Memorial in St Giless Church, Edinburgh (engraving)
1595787 The Montrose Memorial in St Giless Church, Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Montrose Memorial in St Giless Church, Edinburgh)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Interior of St Giless Church, Cripplegate, Burial-Place of Milton

Interior of St Giless Church, Cripplegate, Burial-Place of Milton, which narrowly escaped Destruction in the Recent
1598164 Interior of St Giless Church, Cripplegate, Burial-Place of Milton, which narrowly escaped Destruction in the Recent Great Fire (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Advert for John Clarke, lamp lighter, Denmark Street, London (engraving)

Advert for John Clarke, lamp lighter, Denmark Street, London (engraving)
586254 Advert for John Clarke, lamp lighter, Denmark Street, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for John Clarke, lamp lighter)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Miltons Monument in St Giless Church, Cripplegate (colour litho)

Miltons Monument in St Giless Church, Cripplegate (colour litho)
6013905 Miltons Monument in St Giless Church, Cripplegate (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miltons Monument in St Giless Church, Cripplegate)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church, County Hall, and Lawnmarket, High Street (engraving)

St Giless Church, County Hall, and Lawnmarket, High Street (engraving)
3638498 St Giless Church, County Hall, and Lawnmarket, High Street (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giless Church, County Hall)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church, looking West (engraving)

St Giless Church, looking West (engraving)
3638496 St Giless Church, looking West (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giless Church, looking West)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Monument to John Milton (coloured engraving)

Monument to John Milton (coloured engraving)
605354 Monument to John Milton (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument to John Milton, in St Giless Church, Cripplegate)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: North west view of St Giless Church in the Fields, London (engraving)

North west view of St Giless Church in the Fields, London (engraving)
586746 North west view of St Giless Church in the Fields, London (engraving) by Donowell, John (fl.1753-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: North west view of St Giless Church in the Fields)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Bird s-Eye View of Norwich, the Meeting Place of the Church Congress (litho)

Bird s-Eye View of Norwich, the Meeting Place of the Church Congress (litho)
1056911 Bird s-Eye View of Norwich, the Meeting Place of the Church Congress (litho) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Norwich)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894 (engraving)

Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894 (engraving)
1048342 Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894 (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church and the 'Resurrection Gate'(litho)

St Giless Church and the "Resurrection Gate"(litho)
5206811 St Giless Church and the " Resurrection Gate" (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: The Death of William Chambers (engraving)

The Death of William Chambers (engraving)
1624404 The Death of William Chambers (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of William Chambers)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Edinburgh (engraving)

Edinburgh (engraving)
3655678 Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edinburgh. Illustration for The Imperial Gazetteer, A General Dictionary of Geography (Blackie)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Chime machine at St Giless Church, Cripplegate, London (engraving)

Chime machine at St Giless Church, Cripplegate, London (engraving)
582872 Chime machine at St Giless Church, Cripplegate, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chime machine at St Giless Church, Cripplegate)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Interior of St Giless Church, Camberwell (engraving)

Interior of St Giless Church, Camberwell (engraving)
1625306 Interior of St Giless Church, Camberwell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St Giless Church, Camberwell)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Selected Architecture (engraving)

Selected Architecture (engraving)
1613452 Selected Architecture (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Selected Architecture. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 December 1864)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Archaeology of City of London (engraving)

Archaeology of City of London (engraving)
1609925 Archaeology of City of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archaeology of City of London)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church (engraving)

St Giless Church (engraving)
5203308 St Giless Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giless Church. Illustration for Cassells Old and New Edinburgh (c 1885)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Edinburgh, from St Cuthberts to St Giless (engraving)

Edinburgh, from St Cuthberts to St Giless (engraving)
5202882 Edinburgh, from St Cuthberts to St Giless (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edinburgh, from St Cuthberts to St Giles s)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Fair, Oxford, View looking towards St Giless Church (b / w photo)

St Giless Fair, Oxford, View looking towards St Giless Church (b / w photo)
1100224 St Giless Fair, Oxford, View looking towards St Giless Church (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giless Fair, Oxford)

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Interior of St. Giless Church, Camberwell, 1844. Creator: Stephen Sly

Interior of St. Giless Church, Camberwell, 1844. Creator: Stephen Sly
Interior of St. Giless Church, Camberwell, 1844. Worshippers at a newly built church in south London, with the font in the foreground

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: South view of the church of St Giles, Ickenham, Middlesex. c1800

South view of the church of St Giles, Ickenham, Middlesex. c1800. Ickenham is now in the London borough of Hillingdon

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Churchyard of Stoke-Pogis, England, 1893. Artist: John L Stoddard

Churchyard of Stoke-Pogis, England, 1893. Artist: John L Stoddard
Churchyard of Stoke-Pogis, England, 1893. Thomas Grays Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard is believed to have been written in the churchyard of St Giles Church in Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Stoke Poges Church, Buckinghamshire, c1750, (1840). Artist: C J Smith

Stoke Poges Church, Buckinghamshire, c1750, (1840). Artist: C J Smith
Stoke Poges Church, Buckinghamshire, c1750, (1840). Thomas Grays Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard is believed to have been written in the churchyard of the St Giles Church in Stoke Poges

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: North-east view of St Giless Church, Oxford, 1820. Artist: J Barnett

North-east view of St Giless Church, Oxford, 1820. Artist: J Barnett
North-east view of St Giless Church, Oxford, 1820

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: St Giless Church, Oxford, 1834. Artist: John Le Keux

St Giless Church, Oxford, 1834. Artist: John Le Keux
St Giless Church, Oxford, 1834

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Sand O, St Giless Church, London, 1805

Sand O, St Giless Church, London, 1805. A copper plate representing the itinerant traders of London, from Modern London; Being the History and Present State of the British Metropolis

Background imageSt Giless Church Collection: Monument in St. Giless Church, Edinburgh, to the Officers and Men of the 93Rd

Monument in St. Giless Church, Edinburgh, to the Officers and Men of the 93Rd
Monument in St. Giless Church, Edinburgh, to the Officers and Men of the 93rd Highlanders Killed in India, 1864



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"Unveiling the Rich History of St Giles's Church: A Journey Through Engravings and Lithographs" Step back in time as we explore the captivating story of St Giles's Church through a series of intricate engravings and lithographs. The first engraving, showcasing the plan of St Giles's Church prior to alterations in 1829, offers a glimpse into its original architectural design. Moving on, we encounter an enchanting engraving capturing the lantern and tower of St Giles's Church. Its majestic presence dominates Edinburgh's skyline, providing a beacon for both locals and visitors alike. Continuing our visual journey, another engraving transports us to an awe-inspiring view from St Giles's Church to the Canongate. The bustling streets below paint a vivid picture of life in historic Edinburgh. Venturing further afield, we stumble upon an intriguing engraving depicting another St Giles's Church located in Cripplegate. This reminder showcases how this name has been bestowed upon various churches across different regions. Delving deeper into history, we discover a key that unlocks London's vibrant past with "The View of London and the Lord Mayor’s Show from St Pauls. " This detailed engraving provides valuable insights into city life during that era. Returning to Scotland once more, an exquisite lithograph presents us with present-day imagery of St Giles’s Church. Standing tall amidst modern surroundings, it remains a testament to enduring faith and architectural grandeur. Honoring bravery and sacrifice is yet another remarkable monument within these hallowed walls - one dedicated to the officers and men of the 93rd Highlanders who lost their lives in India. An engraved tribute forever etched in our memories. Our exploration takes flight as we soar above Edinburgh with an index plan offering panoramic views. From this vantage point high above ground level, every nook and cranny becomes visible – revealing hidden gems waiting to be discovered by intrepid explorers.