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Deans Collection

Deans have played a significant role in the history of various prestigious institutions

Background imageDeans Collection: Balliol College 1675

Balliol College 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, formal gardens and the Deans lodgings. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Background imageDeans Collection: Sidney Sussex College

Sidney Sussex College
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings & gardens, the kitchen & formal gardens. N.B ball game being played

Background imageDeans Collection: Lincoln College 1675

Lincoln College 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library & the Deans lodgings & a formal garden. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Background imageDeans Collection: QUEENS COLLEGE 1690

QUEENS COLLEGE 1690
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings & gardens, the kitchen & fellows formal gardens

Background imageDeans Collection: CHRISTs COLLEGE 1690

CHRISTs COLLEGE 1690
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings & garden, the kitchen & an area for playing le jeu de paume (real tennis ?)

Background imageDeans Collection: Brasenose College 1675

Brasenose College 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings & the formal gardens. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Background imageDeans Collection: Magdalen College 1675

Magdalen College 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings, the kitchen & garden. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Background imageDeans Collection: Clare College 1690

Clare College 1690
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings, the kitchen & tree- lined walks & grounds

Background imageDeans Collection: Emmanuel College 1690

Emmanuel College 1690
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings, gardens, brewery, kitchen & an area for real- tennis or le jeu de paume

Background imageDeans Collection: Westminster School, Little Deans Yard 1890

Westminster School, Little Deans Yard 1890
Little Deans Yard at Westminster School (The Royal College of St. Peter in Westminster), Westminster, London, 1890 Date: 1890

Background imageDeans Collection: Oriel College 1675

Oriel College 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library and the Deans lodgings. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Background imageDeans Collection: Harry Rowntree

Harry Rowntree
Advertisement for Deans Rag Books and dolls. Artist: Harry Rountree Date: 1925

Background imageDeans Collection: London Territorial regiments at the start of WWI

London Territorial regiments at the start of WWI
Just before the British Army was mobilised following the outbreak of World War I, a number of London Territorial regiments were on their war to camp for their annual training when they were ordered

Background imageDeans Collection: Jeannie Deans Cottage, St Leonards Bank, Edinburgh

Jeannie Deans Cottage, St Leonards Bank, Edinburgh

Background imageDeans Collection: Edinburgh - St. Leonards Bank - Jeanie Deans Cottage

Edinburgh - St. Leonards Bank - Jeanie Deans Cottage - Victorian period

Background imageDeans Collection: Jeannie Dean's cottage, St. Leonards, Edinburgh

Jeannie Dean's cottage, St. Leonards, Edinburgh, Victorian period

Background imageDeans Collection: Woman with soft toys including Dismal Desmond

Woman with soft toys including Dismal Desmond
Woman seated with soft toys including Dalmatian dog Dismal Desmond Date: 1920s

Background imageDeans Collection: W. & G. Dean's Advertisement

W. & G. Dean's Advertisement
An advertisement for W. & G. Dean's Pty. Ltd, retailers of all that the artist needs, the largest selection of materials and requirements for artists in Melbourne

Background imageDeans Collection: Dean's Yard, Westminster

Dean's Yard, Westminster
Etching showing Dean's Yard, Westminster in London. Also named Green this area has adjoining buildings, to the east, school buildings. To the south, Church House

Background imageDeans Collection: Robbie Deans (Head Coach)

Robbie Deans (Head Coach) England V Australia Rugby Union England V Australia Rugby UnionQbe International Twickenham, Middlesex, England 17 November 2012 QBE INTERNATIONALS Date: 17 November 2012

Background imageDeans Collection: Robbie Deans

Robbie Deans Australia Rugby UnionCoach England V Australia Rugby UnionInvestec International Twickenham, Middlesex, England 13 November 2010 Date: 13 November 2010

Background imageDeans Collection: Oil shale works round Broxburn (b / w photo)

Oil shale works round Broxburn (b / w photo)
6008282 Oil shale works round Broxburn (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oil shale works round Broxburn)

Background imageDeans Collection: Cow Donkey Robin

Cow Donkey Robin
Front cover of The Big Animal Rag Book published by The Deans Rag Book Company, depicting a Cow, Donkey and a Robin. Artist: Edith Berkeley

Background imageDeans Collection: Mickey Mouse

Mickey Mouse
A postcard depicting Mickey & Minnie Mouse promoting Deans Rag Books at Blackpool. Photographer: Anon

Background imageDeans Collection: Deans Rag Book Company

Deans Rag Book Company, located near the Elephant & Castle, London SE1 Date: circa 1912

Background imageDeans Collection: Ironing a Rag Book

Ironing a Rag Book
Illustration to highlight the durability of Deans Rag Books. Date: circa 1930

Background imageDeans Collection: Colin Deans - Scottish rugby player

Colin Deans - Scottish rugby player Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageDeans Collection: The New Deans (engraving)

The New Deans (engraving)
1604506 The New Deans (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Deans. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 February 1894)

Background imageDeans Collection: Great Exhibition of 1851 (engraving)

Great Exhibition of 1851 (engraving)
1102302 Great Exhibition of 1851 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition of 1851)

Background imageDeans Collection: WESTMINSTER SCHOOL

WESTMINSTER SCHOOL
Westminster School, Deans Yard, Westminster, London. The school was founded by Queen Elizabeth I in 1560, on the site of a former medieval monastic school. Date: 1960s

Background imageDeans Collection: Salford M27 0 Map

Salford M27 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Salford M27 0

Background imageDeans Collection: West Lothian EH54 8 Map

West Lothian EH54 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Lothian EH54 8

Background imageDeans Collection: Jeannie Deans In Her Fathers Cottage Engraving By George Cruikshank Dated 1843 Of A Scene From Sir

Jeannie Deans In Her Fathers Cottage Engraving By George Cruikshank Dated 1843 Of A Scene From Sir Walter Scotts Novel The Heart Of Midlothian

Background imageDeans Collection: Hilda Cowham Kiddies

Hilda Cowham Kiddies
A Series of 12 dolls created by artist Hilda Cowham in 1916 for the Dean's Rag Book Company. Date: 1916

Background imageDeans Collection: Nicolaes Maes (1634-1693). Dutch Golden Age painter. Six Dea

Nicolaes Maes (1634-1693). Dutch Golden Age painter. Six Deans of the Amsterdam Guild of Surgeons, 1679-1680. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Netherlands

Background imageDeans Collection: Deans Lamp and Academy Square, Montrose, Scotland

Deans Lamp and Academy Square, Montrose, Scotland
Deans Lamp and Academy Square, Montrose, Angus, Scotland Date: 1908

Background imageDeans Collection: Music cover, Tiddlywinks

Music cover, Tiddlywinks by Michael Carr and Lewis Ilda, broadcast by Lou Preager and his band. 1934

Background imageDeans Collection: Sir James Dundas

Sir James Dundas
SIR JAMES WHITLEY DEANS DUNDAS British naval commander, vice- admiral Date: 1785 - 1862

Background imageDeans Collection: Z for Zulu

Z for Zulu
From a Deans Rag Book entitled Kiddiewiddies ABC. Date: 1920

Background imageDeans Collection: Westminster Deans Yard

Westminster Deans Yard
Deans Yard, looking north towards the Abbey. Date: circa 1860

Background imageDeans Collection: The Church House, Westminster, London

The Church House, Westminster, London
The Church House, Westminster, (view of front in Deans Yard) London Date: circa 1885

Background imageDeans Collection: James Whitley Deans Dundas (1785-1862) British naval commander. Entered the Royal Navy in 1799

James Whitley Deans Dundas (1785-1862) British naval commander. Entered the Royal Navy in 1799. Appointed Vice-Admiral and Commander-in-Chief of the Mediterranean Fleet (1852-1855). Admiral 1857

Background imageDeans Collection: Westminster Schoolboys

Westminster Schoolboys
Schoolboys of Westminster School playing in Deans Yard, central London

Background imageDeans Collection: Advert / Deans Books

Advert / Deans Books
Deans books for children: When children cry with might and main, Deans books bring sunshine back again

Background imageDeans Collection: Corpus Christi 1675

Corpus Christi 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings & the formal gardens. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Background imageDeans Collection: Jesus College 1675

Jesus College 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library, the Deans lodgings & the formal gardens. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Background imageDeans Collection: New College 1675

New College 1675
A view of the college from the north showing the chapel, dining hall, library and the Deans lodgings. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan



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Deans have played a significant role in the history of various prestigious institutions, from Balliol College and Sidney Sussex College to Lincoln College and CHRISTs COLLEGE. These esteemed individuals have been entrusted with the responsibility of leading and guiding their respective colleges since as early as 1675. Institutions like Brasenose College, Magdalen College, Clare College, Queens College, and Oriel College all saw deans appointed during this period of academic growth. Their presence has shaped these colleges into renowned centers of learning that continue to thrive today. One notable dean who left an indelible mark on his institution was Harry Rowntree. Serving at Westminster School's Little Deans Yard in 1890, Rowntree's dedication to education made him a beloved figure among students and faculty alike. The significance extends beyond academia. During World War I, London Territorial regiments relied on the leadership skills of experienced deans who had previously served in military roles. These individuals brought their expertise to bear on training troops for battle while also ensuring discipline within the ranks. Throughout history, they have proven themselves invaluable figures within educational institutions and even military settings. They embody wisdom, guidance, and authority - qualities that are essential for fostering an environment conducive to learning or maintaining order amidst chaos. As we reflect upon the contributions made by these remarkable individuals over centuries past, it becomes evident that their influence continues to shape our present-day educational landscape. The legacy left behind by these deans serves as a testament to their unwavering commitment towards nurturing young minds and upholding academic excellence.