Wren Collection (#6)

Interior of St. Magnus Looking West, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Interior of St. Magnus Looking West, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The organ in the Church of St Magnus the Martyr at London Bridge

St Magnus, London Bridge, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Magnus, London Bridge, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Magnus the Martyr in Lower Thames Street in the City of London was

St Martin, Ludgate, View from the South West, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Martin, Ludgate, View from the South West, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Martin on Ludgate Hill in the City of London was rebuilt in

St Michael, Paternoster Royal, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Michael, Paternoster Royal, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Michael Paternoster Royal on College Hill, Dowgate

Christ Church, Newgate, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Christ Church, Newgate, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. Christ Church Greyfriars, in Newgate Street in the City of London

St Mary-Le-Bow, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Mary-Le-Bow, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. St Mary-le-Bow in Cheapside, City of London

St Stephen Walbrook, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Stephen Walbrook, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. St Stephen Walbrook is a church in the City of London

St Clement Danes, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Clement Danes, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Clement Danes in the City of Westminster, London

St Michael, Cornhill, The Tower, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Michael, Cornhill, The Tower, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Michael

St Dunstan in the East, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Dunstan in the East, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Dunstan-in-the-East in the City of London was severely damaged in

St Bride, Fleet Street, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Bride, Fleet Street, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. St Brides in Fleet Street in the City of London

St Margaret Pattens, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Margaret Pattens, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The Church of St Margaret Pattens in Little Tower Street, City of London

St Vedast Foster, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Vedast Foster, The Steeple, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. The church of St Vedast Foster Lane in the City of London was substantially rebuilt by

College of Physicians, Warwick Lane. Interior of the Quadrangle, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
College of Physicians, Warwick Lane. Interior of the Quadrangle, (c1872). View of the Royal College of Physicians in the City of London, designed by Christopher Wren. From Old and New London, Vol

St. Dunstan s-in-the-East, c1872. Creator: Unknown
St. Dunstan s-in-the-East, c1872. The Church of St Dunstan in the East, City of London. The 11th century church was repaired between 1668

Interior of St. Andrews Church, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Interior of St. Andrews Church, c1872. The church of St Andrew Holborn, near Holborn Viaduct in London, was rebuilt by Christopher Wren in the late 17th century. From Old and New London, Vol

Tring House, Hertfordshire, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Tring House, Hertfordshire, 1894. Tring Park Mansion was built to a design of Sir Christopher Wren in 1685. From Beautiful Britain; views of our stately homes. [The Werner Company of Chicago, 1894]

Kensington Palace, London, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Kensington Palace, London, 1894. 17th century mansion in Kensington Gardens, remodelled by Christopher Wren. Residence of the British royal family: Diana

The Parish Church of Alhallows the Great in Thames Street. c1772. Artist: Benjamin Cole
The Parish Church of Alhallows the Great in Thames Street. c1772. All-Hallows-the-Great stood on what is now Upper Thames Street in London

St. Briget alias St. Brides Church. mid 18th century. Artist: William Henry Toms
St. Briget alias St. Brides Church. mid 18th century. Built in 1672, St Brides in Fleet Street is one of Christopher Wrens churches built to replace those in the City of London destroyed by the Great

Bow Church, c1700. Artist: William Henry Toms
Bow Church, c1700. The church of St Mary-Le-Bow in Cheapside, City of London, was rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren in 1668-1680 following the Great Fire of London 1666

A sectional drawing of Sir Christopher Wrens great dome, c1934
A sectional drawing of Sir Christopher Wrens great dome, showing how the stone lantern with its ball and cross are supported on a conical wall built between the outer and inner domes, c1934

The West End of St. Pauls Cathedral from Ludgate Street (Ludgate Hill), 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

St. Pauls Cathedral, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Greenwich Observatory, c1896. Artist: Poulton & Co
Greenwich Observatory, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Wooden lighter and topsail barges on the Thames at Greenwich, London, c1905. Artist
Wooden lighter and topsail barges on the Thames at Greenwich, London, c1905. The Royal Naval College is in the background

Lighters passing St Pauls Wharf with St Pauls Cathedral in the background, London, c1905

Marlborough House, Pall Mall, Westminster, London, c1720. Artist: John Harris I
Marlborough House, Pall Mall, Westminster, London, c1720. South-west view with figures and a horse-drawn cart on tree-lined strips in the foreground

Dream City of Christopher Wrens Buildings, 1842. Artist: William Richardson
Dream City of Christopher Wrens Buildings, 1842. Dominated by St Pauls Cathedral in London, this tribute to the work of the architect Sir Christopher Wren brings together all the buildings thought to

Pavement under the cupola of St Pauls Cathedral, London, c1820

St Pauls Cathedral and Fleet Street, City of London, 1905. Artist: William Monk
St Pauls Cathedral and Fleet Street, City of London, 1905. Calendarium Londinense, or the London Almanack for 1906, surmounted by a view of St Pauls Cathedrals dome from Fleet Street

St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1908. Artist: William Monk
St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1908. Calendar including view of St Pauls Cathedrals dome, with barges on the River Thames and wharves in the foreground

St Clement Danes Church, Westminster, London, c1719. View with figures in the foreground, including a man begging and street sellers

Interior view of St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, c1720

Statue of Queen Anne erected as a celebration of the completion of St Pauls Cathedral, 1713. The three figures at the base represent Britain, France and Ireland

South elevation of St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1702

North view of St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, c1713

St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, c1715. Artist
St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, c1715

View of St Mary Aldermary with a street scene in Watling Street, City of London, c1850

St Jamess Church, Piccadilly and the new vestry hall, London, c1856. In the foreground pedestrians and horse-drawn vehicles can be seen

View of St Jamess Church, Piccadilly from Jermyn Street, London, 1814

Interior view looking east, St Jamess Church, Piccadilly, London, 1806

View of the north-western end of St Jamess Church, Piccadilly, London, c1827

Two 17th century London churches, c1750. Artist
Two 17th century London churches, c1750. South view of St James s, Piccadilly and the north view of St Anne, Soho. St James s, Piccadilly (top) was designed by Sir Christopher Wren

Interior of St Clement Danes Church, Westminster, London, 1751. View looking towards the altar, with figures

The Royal Naval Hospital, Greenwich, London, 1838. View from the water

South-west view of the Church of St Clement Danes, Westminster, London, 1814

Church of St Anne, Dean Street, Soho, London, 1828. Artist: George Shepherd
Church of St Anne, Dean Street, Soho, London, 1828. Consecrated in 1686, the church was designed by either Sir Christopher Wren or his assistant, William Talman

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"Wren: A Symbol of Beauty, Architecture, and Melody" The wren, a small bird known for its melodious song, has captivated the hearts of many across different cultures and locations. Just like Saint Francis of Assisi found solace in nature's creatures, the wren enchants us with its sweet melodies. In London's iconic St Pauls Cathedral, Sir Christopher Wren's architectural masterpiece showcases his genius. The section through Wrens Dome reveals the intricate design that stands as a testament to human creativity and skill. But it is not just in grand structures where we find the wren's influence. In Cleveland, England, UK, this tiny bird sings joyfully amidst nature's beauty. It reminds us that even in urban landscapes like Soho or Cambridge University's Emmanuel College gardens in England; nature finds a way to thrive. A glimpse into the life of a wren reveals their dedication to family. An adult feeding its offspring at nest exemplifies parental love and responsibility shared by creatures big and small. Beyond Europe lies Australia’s Olive Pink Botanic Gardens where the splendid fairy-wren displays vibrant colors against Alice Springs' backdrop. This male specimen reminds us of nature’s diversity and beauty spread across continents. Looking back at history brings forth images such as William Barribal’s "To the Girls in Navy Blue, " depicting young women adorned with delicate feathers reminiscent of these birds' gracefulness. Even folklore recognizes their significance - Grimm tales often feature clever interactions between cunning characters like Wren & Bear who navigate challenges together using wit and resourcefulness. As we admire these various representations of wrens throughout art and architecture alike—whether it be an interior view from 1825 City of London Church or St Anne’s Church on Wardour Street—we are reminded that these birds have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. The wrens symbolize more than just avian elegance; they embody resilience, creativity, and the power of song.