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George Fox Collection

George Fox was an influential figure in the religious landscape of England during the 17th century

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: PREL2A-00058

PREL2A-00058
Quaker George Fox talking with women in a field, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox (engraving)

George Fox (engraving)
654773 George Fox (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Fox. Illustration from Cassells History of the United States by Edward Ollier (c 1900)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: A Quaker

A Quaker
5307373 A Quaker.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Quaker from New England. Quakers are members of a historically Christian group of religious movements formally known as the Religious Society of)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: Quakers attending a meeting

Quakers attending a meeting
5307376 Quakers attending a meeting.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Quakers attending a meeting in London. Quakers are members of a historically Christian group of religious movements formally)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: Quakers attending a meeting

Quakers attending a meeting
5307374 Quakers attending a meeting.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Quakers attending a meeting. One of the men wears the traditional hat worn since the days of their inception)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox, c.1858. Creator: Leopold Grozelier

George Fox, c.1858. Creator: Leopold Grozelier
George Fox, c.1858

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: The fame that came from a cobbler's shop (litho)

The fame that came from a cobbler's shop (litho)
976608 The fame that came from a cobbler's shop (litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fame that came from a cobbler's shop)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders

George Fox, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders
3960991 George Fox, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: George Fox, 1624-1691)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox Preaching in a Tavern (engraving)

George Fox Preaching in a Tavern (engraving)
5992215 George Fox Preaching in a Tavern (engraving) by Wehnert, Edward Henry (1813-68) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Fox Preaching in a Tavern)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox, preaching in a tavern (lithograph)

George Fox, preaching in a tavern (lithograph)
5999441 George Fox, preaching in a tavern (lithograph) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Fox, preaching in a tavern)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Sackville Frederick Lane-Fox (colour litho)

George Sackville Frederick Lane-Fox (colour litho)
613641 George Sackville Frederick Lane-Fox (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Sackville Frederick Lane-Fox, George Fox, 29 June 1878)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: Une Assemblee de Quakers au dix-huitieme siecle (engraving)

Une Assemblee de Quakers au dix-huitieme siecle (engraving)
3644276 Une Assemblee de Quakers au dix-huitieme siecle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Assemblee de Quakers au dix-huitieme siecle)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: Swarthmore Hall (engraving)

Swarthmore Hall (engraving)
5224545 Swarthmore Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swarthmore Hall. Illustration for The Sunday At Home, 1892/93.); © Look and Learn

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Foxs Notable Audience (litho)

George Foxs Notable Audience (litho)
3622802 George Foxs Notable Audience (litho) by Davis, Warren B. (1865-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Foxs Notable Audience)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Foxs notable audience (litho)

George Foxs notable audience (litho)
3622396 George Foxs notable audience (litho) by Davis, Warren B. (1865-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Foxs notable audience)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox, English Dissenter and Quaker (engraving)

George Fox, English Dissenter and Quaker (engraving)
3638194 George Fox, English Dissenter and Quaker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Fox (1624-1691)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: William Penn and his wife meeting George Fox (engraving)

William Penn and his wife meeting George Fox (engraving)
3656010 William Penn and his wife meeting George Fox (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Penn and his wife meeting George Fox)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox (engraving)

George Fox (engraving)
1090861 George Fox (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Fox. Illustration for Bill Nyes History of England (Lippincott, 1896)

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox, founder of the Quakers, 17th century (c1880). Artist: Whymper

George Fox, founder of the Quakers, 17th century (c1880). Artist: Whymper
George Fox, founder of the Quakers, 17th century (c1880). Fox (1624-1691) founded the religious movement known as the Society of Friends or Quakers

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: Foxs Chest, Ulverston, Cumbria, c1920s

Foxs Chest, Ulverston, Cumbria, c1920s. Furniture possibly related to George Fox (1624-1691), founder of the Society of Friends or Quakers, who spent several years in Ulverston

Background imageGeorge Fox Collection: George Fox, 1624 -1691. English Dissenter and a founder of the Religious Society of Friends

George Fox, 1624 -1691. English Dissenter and a founder of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly known as the Quakers or Friends


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George Fox was an influential figure in the religious landscape of England during the 17th century. Born in 1624, he founded the Quaker movement, also known as the Religious Society of Friends. His teachings and beliefs centered around direct communication with God and the importance of inner spiritual experiences. Fox's commitment to his faith led him to travel extensively throughout England, preaching his message to anyone who would listen. He often faced opposition and persecution for challenging traditional religious practices and advocating for equality among all believers. One notable event in Fox's life was when he preached in a tavern, depicted in various engravings and lithographs. This unconventional setting symbolized his belief that spirituality could be found anywhere, not just within church walls. Swarthmore Hall, another significant location associated with Fox, served as a gathering place for Quakers and became a hub for their activities. The engraving captures the sense of community that developed around Fox's teachings. Throughout his life, George Fox attracted a diverse following from different social backgrounds. His notable audience included individuals such as William Penn, who later went on to establish Pennsylvania as a haven for Quakers. This collection of images provides glimpses into George Fox's life and legacy – from portraits capturing his determined expression to scenes depicting key moments like encounters with other prominent figures or speaking engagements outside conventional spaces. George Fox left an indelible mark on religious history through his dedication to seeking truth directly from God rather than relying solely on established doctrines or clergy intermediaries. His influence can still be felt today within Quaker communities worldwide.