Wh Davenport Adams Collection

Quadrangle of Eton College, 1880. Famous public school founded in 1440 by King Henry VI. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams

Windsor Castle, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Long Walk, Windsor Park, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Eton College, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Round Tower, Windsor, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

St Georges Chapel, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Ruins in Windsor Park, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Windsor at Sunrise, from the Brocas, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windsor at Sunrise, from the Brocas, 1880. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Old Windsor Lock, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Old Windsor Lock, 1880. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Prince Consorts Mausoleum, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Prince Consorts Mausoleum, 1880. Frogmore Mausoleum, near Windsor Castle in Berkshire, was built by Queen Victoria to contain the remains of her husband, Prince Albert

Lake at Virginia Water, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Cascade at Virginia Water, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Hampton Court Palace, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Richmond Bridge, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

View from Richmond Hill, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Windsor, from Clewer, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windsor, from Clewer, 1880. View of Windsor Castle, one of the Queens royal residences. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams

Putney Bridge and Church by Moonlight, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Putney Bridge and Church by Moonlight, 1880. View of the village of Putney, (now a suburb of London) on the River Thames. An illustration from Windsor Castle

Windmill on Wimbledon Common, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windmill on Wimbledon Common, 1880. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Chiswick, London, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Chiswick, London, 1880. View of the River Thames at Chiswick. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Windsor, from the East Approach, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windsor, from the East Approach, 1880. View of the River Thames with the royal residence in the distance. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams

Albert Memorial Chapel, Windsor, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Albert Memorial Chapel, Windsor, 1880. Prince Alberts tomb. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

The Waterloo Chamber, Windsor Castle, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
The Waterloo Chamber, Windsor Castle, 1880. The room was built to celebrate the Battle of Waterloo, and to provide a fit setting for the portraits of all the principal personages involved in

The Throne Room, Windsor, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
The Throne Room, Windsor, 1880. Interior of the royal residence. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Prince Consorts Tomb, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Prince Consorts Tomb, 1880. The Royal Mausoleum at Frogmore near Windsor Castle in Berkshire, was built by Queen Victoria to contain the remains of her husband, Prince Albert

Entrance to Hampton Court Palace, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Entrance to Hampton Court Palace, 1880. The palace, once the home of King Henry VIII, is a famous tourist attraction now in Greater London

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In 1880, WH Davenport Adams captured the essence of Eton College's grandeur in his breathtaking quadrangle photograph. The historic Windsor Castle also served as a muse for Adams, who skillfully depicted its majestic beauty in his artwork. Eton College, with its rich history and prestigious reputation, was another subject that caught Adams' eye during this period. The Round Tower at Windsor stood tall and proud in one of his captivating images from 1880. St George's Chapel, an architectural masterpiece within the castle grounds, showcased Adams' talent for capturing intricate details. Windsor Park's ruins became a hauntingly beautiful scene through Adams' lens in 1880. As dawn broke over Windsor from the Brocas viewpoint, Robert Taylor Pritchett painted a mesmerizing picture that WH Davenport Adams expertly preserved through photography. Old Windsor Lock provided yet another glimpse into the area's history and charm. Prince Consorts Mausoleum held an air of solemnity as captured by Pritchett and immortalized by WH Davenport Adams. Virginia Water's serene lake offered tranquility amidst nature's splendor while the cascade added a touch of enchantment to this picturesque landscape. The Long Walk at Windsor Park beckoned visitors to stroll along its tree-lined path under clear blue skies or vibrant autumn leaves - scenes that WH Davenport Adams effortlessly brought to life through his lens. Through these photographs and paintings from 1880, we are transported back in time to witness the beauty and allure of Eton College, Windsor Castle, St George’s Chapel, Virginia Water Lake – all masterfully documented by WH Davenport Adams for generations to come.