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"Bodley: A Legacy of Knowledge and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of Bodley, where history comes alive through captivating images

Background imageBodley Collection: Bodleian Library, Oxford (b / w photo)

Bodleian Library, Oxford (b / w photo)
3095292 Bodleian Library, Oxford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bodleian Library, Oxford. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBodley Collection: Staircase, 'Hewell Grange, 'Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England (b / w photo)

Staircase, "Hewell Grange, "Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England (b / w photo)
6016716 Staircase, " Hewell Grange, " Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Staircase)

Background imageBodley Collection: Church of the Holy Angels, Hoar Cross, Staffordshire (engraving)

Church of the Holy Angels, Hoar Cross, Staffordshire (engraving)
2774123 Church of the Holy Angels, Hoar Cross, Staffordshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church of the Holy Angels, Hoar Cross, Staffordshire)

Background imageBodley Collection: Sir Thomas Bodley, (1545-1613), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Sir Thomas Bodley, (1545-1613), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir Thomas Bodley, (1545-1613), 1830. Sir Thomas Bodley (1545-1613) English diplomat and scholar who founded the Bodleian Library in Oxford

Background imageBodley Collection: Sir Thomas Bodley, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: Henry Thomas Ryall

Sir Thomas Bodley, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: Henry Thomas Ryall
Sir Thomas Bodley, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English diplomat and scholar Sir Thomas Bodley (1545-1613), founder of the Bodleian Library in Oxford which opened in 1602

Background imageBodley Collection: The Lionel Hampton Orchestra on stage at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, July 1982. Artist

The Lionel Hampton Orchestra on stage at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, July 1982. Artist
The Lionel Hampton Orchestra on stage at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, July 1982. Bob Bodley (bass), Lionel Hampton (vibraphone) and Al Grey (trombone) playing In the Mood

Background imageBodley Collection: Portrait of Sir Thomas Bodley (1545-1613), 1598. Artist: Hilliard, Nicholas (c. 1547-1619)

Portrait of Sir Thomas Bodley (1545-1613), 1598. Artist: Hilliard, Nicholas (c. 1547-1619)
Portrait of Sir Thomas Bodley (1545-1613), 1598. Found in the collection of Bodleian Library, Oxford

Background imageBodley Collection: John Price, Bodley librarian, 1828. Artist: J Swaine

John Price, Bodley librarian, 1828. Artist: J Swaine
John Price, Bodley librarian, 1828

Background imageBodley Collection: Sir Thomas Bodley, English founder of the Bodleian Library, (1823). Artist: E Scriven

Sir Thomas Bodley, English founder of the Bodleian Library, (1823). Artist: E Scriven
Sir Thomas Bodley, English founder of the Bodleian Library, (1823). Diplomat and scholar Bodley (1545-1613) founded the Bodleian Library in Oxford which opened in 1602

Background imageBodley Collection: Sir Thomas Bodley 1545-1612. English Manuscript Collector. Restorer Of Bodleian Library

Sir Thomas Bodley 1545-1612. English Manuscript Collector. Restorer Of Bodleian Library
Sir Thomas Bodley 1545-1612. English Manuscript Collector.Restorer Of Bodleian Library. From The Book " Lodges British Portraits" Published London 1823

Background imageBodley Collection: Interior Of The Bodleian Library From Old Englands Worthies By Lord Brougham And Others Published

Interior Of The Bodleian Library From Old Englands Worthies By Lord Brougham And Others Published London Circa 1880 s

Background imageBodley Collection: Sir Thomas Bodley / Ryall

Sir Thomas Bodley / Ryall
SIR THOMAS BODLEY English diplomat and biblophile Date: 1545 - 1613

Background imageBodley Collection: BEARDSLEY, Aubrey Vincent (1872-1898). Design for

BEARDSLEY, Aubrey Vincent (1872-1898). Design for a front cover of The Yellow Book (not used), reproduced in The Later Work of Aubrey Beardsley, rev. ed. London: John Lane The Bodley Head, 1911

Background imageBodley Collection: John Price, Librarian

John Price, Librarian
JOHN PRICE Bodleys librarian at Oxford wearing his mortar-board. Date: 1734 - 1813

Background imageBodley Collection: Thomas Bodley (1545-1613) English scholar and diplomat, founder of the Bodleian Library, Oxford

Thomas Bodley (1545-1613) English scholar and diplomat, founder of the Bodleian Library, Oxford. Engraving

Background imageBodley Collection: Book cover design, Aerial Warfare

Book cover design, Aerial Warfare by RP Hearne, London: John Lane, The Bodley Head, 1908, with an introduction by Sir Hirams Maxim. 1908

Background imageBodley Collection: Bodleian Library, 19th Century artwork

Bodleian Library, 19th Century artwork
Bodleian Library. 19th Century engraving of the interior of the Bodleian Library at the University of Oxford, UK. Published in Old England by Charles Knight (1860)

Background imageBodley Collection: Thomas Bodley, English diplomat

Thomas Bodley, English diplomat
Sir Thomas Bodley (1545-1613), English diplomat and scholar. Bodley was born at Exeter into a Protestant family. During the catholic reign of Mary the family moved to Germany

Background imageBodley Collection: Paper Exhibition 1881

Paper Exhibition 1881
The exhibition stand of G W Dray & Son Ltd at the Laundry Exhibition, with " Mr Bodley on the right"

Background imageBodley Collection: Sir Thomas Bodley / Thane

Sir Thomas Bodley / Thane
SIR THOMAS BODLEY English diplomat and biblophile

Background imageBodley Collection: Alice Cover 1908

Alice Cover 1908
The White Rabbit is featured on the cover of the 1908 edition published by John Lane, Bodley Head

Background imageBodley Collection: Thomas Bodley

Thomas Bodley
SIR THOMAS BODLEY - scholar, statesman and diplomat, best known for his reformation of the public library at Oxford, now named for him. with his autograph


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"Bodley: A Legacy of Knowledge and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of Bodley, where history comes alive through captivating images. The black and white photograph of the Bodleian Library in Oxford transports us to a bygone era, where knowledge was cherished within its hallowed walls. As we ascend the staircase at "Hewell Grange" in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England, another monochrome image reveals an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to timeless elegance. The engraving of the Church of the Holy Angels in Hoar Cross, Staffordshire evokes a sense of serenity and spirituality. Its intricate details tell stories etched into stone for centuries. Sir Thomas Bodley himself takes center stage with portraits capturing his essence throughout different periods. In one portrait from 1830 by an unknown artist, we glimpse his determined gaze that fueled his vision for creating one of the greatest libraries in history. Another portrait from the early-mid 19th century by Henry Thomas Ryall showcases Sir Thomas Bodley's dignified presence. Moving forward in time, we witness The Lionel Hampton Orchestra igniting Knebworth with their electrifying performance in July 1982. Music transcends eras and brings people together under its harmonious spell. Nicholas Hilliard's stunning portrait from 1598 immortalizes Sir Thomas Bodley's intellectual prowess and refined demeanor, and is a window into a man who dedicated his life to preserving knowledge for generations to come. John Price emerges as another key figure within this narrative as he assumes his role as Bodley librarian. J Swaine's artwork from 1828 captures Price's dedication to curating this treasure trove of wisdom. E Scriven presents us with yet another portrayal of Sir Thomas Bodley against an ornate backdrop—a reminder that behind every great institution lies visionary individuals whose contributions shape our understanding today.