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T Allom Collection (#3)

"The Allure of Distant Lands

Background imageT Allom Collection: Pergamos, 19th century. Artist: John Cousen

Pergamos, 19th century. Artist: John Cousen
Pergamos, 19th century. Pergamos was a city in western Asia Minor (modern Turkey), north of Smyrna, and about 15 miles inland from the Aegean Sea

Background imageT Allom Collection: The Cathedral of Lyons, France, 19th century. Artist: E Challis

The Cathedral of Lyons, France, 19th century. Artist: E Challis
The Cathedral of Lyons, France, 19th century. From the Chapel of St Louis

Background imageT Allom Collection: Pont d Espagne, Pryrenees, 19th century. Artist: R Wallis

Pont d Espagne, Pryrenees, 19th century. Artist: R Wallis
Pont d Espagne, Pryrenees, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Neuberg, 19th century. Artist: Sands

Neuberg, 19th century. Artist: Sands
Neuberg, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: A castle by a river, 19th century. Artist:s Lacy

A castle by a river, 19th century. Artist:s Lacy
A castle by a river, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Loch Achray, Perthshire, Scotland, 19th century. Artist: JC Armitage

Loch Achray, Perthshire, Scotland, 19th century. Artist: JC Armitage
Loch Achray, Perthshire, Scotland, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Schenna, 19th century. Artist: H Winkles

Schenna, 19th century. Artist: H Winkles
Schenna, 19th century. Schenna Castle in the Trentino-Alto Adige area of Italy

Background imageT Allom Collection: The Kasr-el-jebel Cirque, Syria, c1890. Artist: Charles Barbant

The Kasr-el-jebel Cirque, Syria, c1890. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Kasr-el-jebel Cirque, Syria, c1890. A cirque is a curved valley formed by glacial erosion. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI

Background imageT Allom Collection: The city of Thyatira (Akhisar), Turkey, 19th century. Artist: Sam Fisher

The city of Thyatira (Akhisar), Turkey, 19th century. Artist: Sam Fisher
The city of Thyatira (Akhisar), Turkey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: The acropolis of Pergamum (Bergama), Turkey, 19th century. Artist: J Redaway

The acropolis of Pergamum (Bergama), Turkey, 19th century. Artist: J Redaway
The acropolis of Pergamum (Bergama), Turkey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: View from Norbury, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: William Radclyffe

View from Norbury, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: William Radclyffe
View from Norbury, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Wotton House, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling

Wotton House, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling
Wotton House, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: View from Box Hill, looking towards Norbury, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot

View from Box Hill, looking towards Norbury, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot
View from Box Hill, looking towards Norbury, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Burford Lodge, near Box Hill, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Abiel Prior

Burford Lodge, near Box Hill, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Abiel Prior
Burford Lodge, near Box Hill, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: View of Leith Hill, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: T Fleming

View of Leith Hill, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: T Fleming
View of Leith Hill, Surrey, 19th century. In 1765 or 1766, Richard Hull of nearby Leith Hill Place built Prospect House, later to become known as Leith Hill Tower, south-west of Dorking, Surrey

Background imageT Allom Collection: Palace of Justice, with fine carved chimney, Bruges, 1840. Artist: W Wallis

Palace of Justice, with fine carved chimney, Bruges, 1840. Artist: W Wallis
Palace of Justice, with fine carved chimney, Bruges, 1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: Market Place, Angouleme, France, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling

Market Place, Angouleme, France, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling
Market Place, Angouleme, France, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Milton Court Manor House, Surrey, 18th century. Artist: J H Kernot

Milton Court Manor House, Surrey, 18th century. Artist: J H Kernot
Milton Court Manor House, Surrey, 18th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Entrance Lodge to Norbury Park on the Dorking Road, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: B Radclyffe

Entrance Lodge to Norbury Park on the Dorking Road, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: B Radclyffe
Entrance Lodge to Norbury Park on the Dorking Road, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Staitcase at Milton Court, near Dorking, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Allom

Staitcase at Milton Court, near Dorking, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Allom
Staitcase at Milton Court, near Dorking, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: The Druids Grove, Norbury Park, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Allom

The Druids Grove, Norbury Park, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Allom
The Druids Grove, Norbury Park, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Interior of a Moorish Palace, Algiers, Algeria, 1839. Artist: E Challis

Interior of a Moorish Palace, Algiers, Algeria, 1839. Artist: E Challis
Interior of a Moorish Palace, Algiers, Algeria, 1839

Background imageT Allom Collection: Kilchurn Castle, Loch Awe, looking towards Dalmally, Argyleshire, 19th century

Kilchurn Castle, Loch Awe, looking towards Dalmally, Argyleshire, 19th century. Artist: Thomas Barber
Kilchurn Castle, Loch Awe, looking towards Dalmally, Argyleshire, 19th century. Kilchurn Castle was built in the 15th century and was the ancestral home of the Campbells of Glenorchy

Background imageT Allom Collection: Ephesus, Turkey, 19th century. Artist: A Willmore

Ephesus, Turkey, 19th century. Artist: A Willmore
Ephesus, Turkey, 19th century. Ephesus was an Ionian city in ancient Anatolia which hosted one of the seven churches of Asia, addressed in the Book of Revelation of The Bible

Background imageT Allom Collection: Carding, Drawing, and Roving, 19th century. Artist: J Carter

Carding, Drawing, and Roving, 19th century. Artist: J Carter
Carding, Drawing, and Roving, 19th century. Scene in a Victorian textiles factory with looms powered by steam

Background imageT Allom Collection: Temple of the Bronzes in the Quang Yen Rock, China, c1840. Artist: CT Dixon

Temple of the Bronzes in the Quang Yen Rock, China, c1840. Artist: CT Dixon
Temple of the Bronzes in the Quang Yen Rock, China, c1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: Junks Passing an Inclined Plane on the Imperial Canal, China, c1840. Artist: W Floyd

Junks Passing an Inclined Plane on the Imperial Canal, China, c1840. Artist: W Floyd
Junks Passing an Inclined Plane on the Imperial Canal, China, c1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: Coal Mines at Ying-Tih, China, c1840. Artist: W A Le Petit

Coal Mines at Ying-Tih, China, c1840. Artist: W A Le Petit
Coal Mines at Ying-Tih, China, c1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: Propitiatory Offerings for Departed Relatives, China, c1840. Artist: E Challis

Propitiatory Offerings for Departed Relatives, China, c1840. Artist: E Challis
Propitiatory Offerings for Departed Relatives, China, c1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: Cataract of Ting-hoo, on the Tripod Lake, China, c1840. Artist: Edward Paxman Brandard

Cataract of Ting-hoo, on the Tripod Lake, China, c1840. Artist: Edward Paxman Brandard
Cataract of Ting-hoo, on the Tripod Lake, China, c1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: Scene on the Honan Canal, near Canton, China, c1840. Artist: James B Allen

Scene on the Honan Canal, near Canton, China, c1840. Artist: James B Allen
Scene on the Honan Canal, near Canton, China, c1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: Melon Islands, and Irrigating Wheel, China, c1840. Artist: Henry Adlard

Melon Islands, and Irrigating Wheel, China, c1840. Artist: Henry Adlard
Melon Islands, and Irrigating Wheel, China, c1840

Background imageT Allom Collection: The Poo Ta La, or Great Temple near Zhehol, Tartary, China, c1840. Artist: James Tingle

The Poo Ta La, or Great Temple near Zhehol, Tartary, China, c1840. Artist: James Tingle
The Poo Ta La, or Great Temple near Zhehol, Tartary, China, c1840. This may be a view of the Potala Palace, traditional residence of the Dalai Lama in Lhasa, Tibet

Background imageT Allom Collection: View from Box Hill, looking towards Norbury, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot

View from Box Hill, looking towards Norbury, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot
View from Box Hill, looking towards Norbury, 19th century. The North Downs of Surrey, on the outskirts of London

Background imageT Allom Collection: View of Leith Hill, c1844. Artist: T Fleming

View of Leith Hill, c1844. Artist: T Fleming
View of Leith Hill, c1844. In 1765 or 1766, Richard Hull of nearby Leith Hill Place built Prospect House, later to become known as Leith Hill Tower, south-west of Dorking, Surrey

Background imageT Allom Collection: The drawing-room, Loseley Hall, Guildford, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling

The drawing-room, Loseley Hall, Guildford, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling
The drawing-room, Loseley Hall, Guildford, 19th century. The house was built in the 1560s and the gilded drawing-room ceiling was decorated for the visit of James I

Background imageT Allom Collection: West Horsley, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling

West Horsley, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling
West Horsley, Surrey, 19th century. The stately home of West Horsley Place, originally a medieval house, altered and extended during later centuries

Background imageT Allom Collection: Ockham Park, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: TA Prior

Ockham Park, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: TA Prior
Ockham Park, Surrey, 19th century. The estate of Ockham Park used to be owned by the family of Ada Lovelace who wrote a description of Charles Babbages analytical engine

Background imageT Allom Collection: St Michaels, Stockwell, Lambeth, 1860. Artist: R Radclyffe

St Michaels, Stockwell, Lambeth, 1860. Artist: R Radclyffe
St Michael s, Stockwell, Lambeth, 1860. St Michaels was consecrated in November 1841. At that time, Stockwell was a more rural area. It is now part of Londons inner city

Background imageT Allom Collection: Barn Elms, Richmond upon Thames, 19th century. Artist: H Griffiths

Barn Elms, Richmond upon Thames, 19th century. Artist: H Griffiths
Barn Elms, Richmond upon Thames, 19th century. For many years the Kit-Cat Club (an 18th century political and literary club) met at Barn Elms. At that time, the area was rural

Background imageT Allom Collection: Mount Clare, Roehampton, south London, 19th century. Artist: A T Prior

Mount Clare, Roehampton, south London, 19th century. Artist: A T Prior
Mount Clare, Roehampton, south London, 19th century. Mount Clare was built in 1772 for George Clive, a cousin of Lord Clive. The building was later incorporated into the University of Surrey

Background imageT Allom Collection: The School House on Dunsfold Green, Surrey, 1850. Artist: J H Kernot

The School House on Dunsfold Green, Surrey, 1850. Artist: J H Kernot
The School House on Dunsfold Green, Surrey, 1850

Background imageT Allom Collection: Dunsfold Church, Surrey, 1850. Artist: J H Kernot

Dunsfold Church, Surrey, 1850. Artist: J H Kernot
Dunsfold Church, Surrey, 1850. The church was built mainly between 1260 and 1290

Background imageT Allom Collection: Beddington Park, 19th century. Artist: Flemming

Beddington Park, 19th century. Artist: Flemming
Beddington Park, 19th century. View of Beddington Park in Sutton at the period when it was the Lambeth Female Orphan Asylum

Background imageT Allom Collection: Selsdon House near Croydon, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling

Selsdon House near Croydon, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling
Selsdon House near Croydon, 19th century. View of the seat of George Robert Smith

Background imageT Allom Collection: Selsdon House, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot

Selsdon House, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot
Selsdon House, 19th century. View of the seat of George Robert Smith, in what is now the London Borough of Croydon

Background imageT Allom Collection: Trevereux, Limpsfield, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling

Trevereux, Limpsfield, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: MJ Starling
Trevereux, Limpsfield, Surrey, 19th century

Background imageT Allom Collection: Botleys, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot

Botleys, Surrey, 19th century. Artist: J H Kernot
Botleys, Surrey, 19th century. View of the 18th-century Palladian style manor house designed by Keaton Couse and built in 1765




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"The Allure of Distant Lands: A Glimpse into the 19th Century through Engravings" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of the 19th century with these enchanting engravings. Each artwork offers a unique window into different corners of the globe, showcasing both natural beauty and architectural marvels. In "The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough, " artist John Rogers transports us to an idyllic countryside scene where poetry meets labor. The image captures the essence of Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, as he finds inspiration amidst his humble ploughing duties. Traveling eastward, we arrive at "Pagoda and Village, on the Canal near Canton, China. " WH Capone skillfully depicts a serene landscape adorned with traditional Chinese architecture. This glimpse into rural life showcases tranquility against a backdrop of lush greenery. Journey further into China with J Sands' depiction of "The Imperial Travelling Palace at Hoo-Kew-Shan. " This grand structure stands proudly amidst breathtaking mountains, offering a glimpse into imperial luxury during this era. Closer to home is E Radclyffe's portrayal of Windlesham Church in Surrey. With its picturesque setting and timeless charm, this artwork encapsulates England's countryside beauty that has captivated hearts for centuries. Returning to China once more is J Sands' depiction of "The Polo Temple, Tai-Hou. " This elegant temple stands as a testament to Chinese culture and history while surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Venturing beyond Europe and Asia are engravings capturing iconic landmarks such as Paris' Luxembourg Gardens and Place de la Concorde. These images transport us to bustling cityscapes filled with elegance and sophistication. Not forgetting France's rich history are engravings featuring notable sites like Rouen on the Seine or Orange's Arch of Marius on the Rhone River. These glimpses into the past allow us to appreciate the enduring beauty of these architectural wonders.