James Gibbs Collection

View of the interior of the Saint Martin-in-the-Fields church in London, 1745-1775. Creator: Unknown
View of the interior of the Saint Martin-in-the-Fields church in London, 1745-1775

View of Ratcliff, n.d. Creator: John Boydell
View of Ratcliff, n.d

A Conversation of Virtuosis... at the Kings Arms, 1735, (1947). Creator: Gawen Hamilton
A Conversation of Virtuosis...at the Kings Arms, 1735, (1947). Group portrait of some of the leading British artists and architects of the 1730s who used to meet at the Kings Arms in New Bond Street

United Kingdom, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge. The Old Schools, Kings College chapel and in the distance the tower of the University Library

The Edwin Lutyens fountain, National Gallery and St. Martin in the Fields church in Trafalgar Square, central London, England, Great Britain

James Gibbs, Architect (oil on canvas)
3089764 James Gibbs, Architect (oil on canvas) by Dandrige, Bartholomew (1691-c.1755); 73x61 cm; Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham, UK; (add.info.: Painting of a half-length portrait of a gentleman)

All Souls College and Radcliffe Library, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996841 All Souls College and Radcliffe Library, Oxford, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: All Souls College and Radcliffe Library)

Radcliffe Library, Oxford (colour litho)
3094938 Radcliffe Library, Oxford (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radcliffe Library, Oxford. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Portrait of a Gentleman (oil on canvas)
3089812 Portrait of a Gentleman (oil on canvas) by English School, (18th century); 74x62 cm; Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham, UK; (add.info.: Half-length portrait of a gentleman)

The Strand, 1842 (litho)
GHL6191 The Strand, 1842 (litho) by Boys, Thomas Shotter (1803-74); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info)

A Perspective View of St Martins Church, London (engraving)
983899 A Perspective View of St Martins Church, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Perspective View of St Martins Church)

St Martins Church, 1754 (engraving)
3038355 St Martins Church, 1754 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the south west front of the church of St Martin-in-the-Fields)

Jacobus Gibbs, Architectus, 1747. Creator: Bernard Baron
Jacobus Gibbs, Architectus, 1747. After William Hogarth

The Radcliffe Library, from the Quadrangle of Brasenose, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Radcliffe Library, from the Quadrangle of Brasenose, 1898. Radcliffe Camera at Oxford University, England, designed by James Gibbs in neo-classical style and built in 1737-49

J. Gibbs, (1682-1754), 1830. Creator: Unknown
J. Gibbs, (1682-1754), 1830. James Gibbs (1682-1754) was one of Britains most influential architects whose work spanned the transition from English Baroque to Georgian architecture

The Strand, Creator: Thomas Shotter Boys
The Strand, St Mary le Strand is a Church of England church at the eastern end of the Strand in the City of Westminster, London

St Martin-in-the-Fields, View from the North West, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Martin-in-the-Fields, View from the North West, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches

St Mary-le-Strand, View from the West, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St Mary-le-Strand, View from the West, mid-late 19th century. One of a set of views of baroque London churches. St Mary le Strand on the Strand in the City of Westminster, London

Interior of the Radcliffe Library, 1835. Creator: John Henry Le Keux
Interior of the Radcliffe Library, 1835. View of the reading room in the Radcliffe Library in Oxford, with a plaster cast of the Laocoon Group on the right

Interior of the Radcliffe Library, c1813. Creator: J Bluck
Interior of the Radcliffe Library, c1813. View of the reading room in the Radcliffe Library in Oxford. The building was designed by James Gibbs in neo-classical style, and built in 1737-1749

St Marys Church in the Strand, London, mid 18th century. Artist: James Cole
St Marys Church in the Strand, London, mid 18th century. South-west prospect of the church of St Mary le Strand. Construction began in February 1714 under the architect James Gibbs

Church of St Mary le Strand, Westminster, London, 1732. Artist: James Cole
Church of St Mary le Strand, Westminster, London, 1732. South-west view with figures, a horse and a coach in the street outside. Designed by James Gibbs, the church was built in 1714

Portico of the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, 1842. Artist
Portico of the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, 1842. View showing the laying down of the Mortimer wood pavement

Interior of the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, 1809. Artist
Interior of the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, 1809. View looking east, with a service in progress. Designed by James Gibbs, the church was built in the 1720s

Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, c1720. Artist: George Vertue
Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, c1720. View looking north, with a plan in the sky to the right. Designed by James Gibbs, the church was built in the 1720s

Part of the Kings Mews with the church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, c1750

Radcliffes Library, 1845. The Radcliffe Camera is a building of Oxford University, England, designed by James Gibbs in neo-classical style and built in 1737-1749

National Gallery and Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Westminster, London, c1910 (1911). From London - North of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

St Marys Church and the Radcliffe, from the quadrangle, at Brasenose, 1896
St Marys Church and the Radcliffe, from the quadrangle, at Brasenose, 1875. The Radcliffe Camera was designed by James Gibbs to house the Radcliffe Science Library

Exterior of the National Gallery, London, 1887. Construction of the National Gallery, designed by William Wilkins, began in 1837

View of the Strand, Westminster, London, 1810. Artist: H le Keux
View of the Strand, Westminster, London, 1810. The view shows the north front of Somerset House and the Church of St Mary-le-Strand, designed by James Gibbs and built in 1714

Church of St Martin in the Fields, Westminster, London, 1810. Artist: T Bonnor
Church of St Martin in the Fields, Westminster, London, 1810. Designed by James Gibbs, the church was built in the 1720s

Interior of the Radcliffe Library, Oxford University, 1835. Artist: John Le Keux
Interior of the Radcliffe Library, Oxford University, 1835. Interior of the Radcliffe Camera, the circular English Baroque style building designed by James Gibbs in the 18th century that used to

Somerset House, the Strand, London, 19th century. Artist: WE Albutt
Somerset House, the Strand, London, 19th century. Designed by Sir William Chambers, Somerset House originally housed public offices

St Martins Church from Charing Cross, London, 19th century. Artist: J Woods
St Martins Church from Charing Cross, London, 19th century. View of St Martin-in-the-Fields, designed by James Gibbs and completed in 1726

Europe, United Kingom, England, Oxfordshire, Oxford, Radcliffe Camera

Church Lane near St. Martins in the Fields London, 1828 (lithograph)
XJF863001 Church Lane near St. Martins in the Fields London, 1828 (lithograph) by Scharf, George the Elder (1788-1860); Private Collection; (add.info)

Badminton House, Gloucestershire
BAL5575 Badminton House, Gloucestershire by Canaletto, (Giovanni Antonio Canal) (1697-1768); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grade I Listed Building in Badminton, Gloucestershire, England)

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James Gibbs was a renowned architect and artist who made significant contributions to the architectural landscape of England in the 18th century. Born in Scotland, he gained recognition for his exceptional talent and artistic vision. One of his notable works is "A Conversation of Virtuosis. . at the King's Arms, 1735, " an exquisite oil on canvas painting that captures a gathering of intellectuals at a local tavern. This masterpiece showcases Gibbs' ability to depict human interaction with remarkable detail and authenticity. Gibbs also left his mark on various iconic structures across England. The Old Schools building in Cambridge stands as a testament to his architectural prowess, blending elegance with functionality seamlessly. Additionally, the Edwin Lutyens fountain, located near the National Gallery and St Martin's Church, exemplifies Gibbs' commitment to creating harmonious urban spaces. His influence extended beyond Cambridge as he played a vital role in shaping Oxford's architectural heritage. The Radcliffe Camera, an iconic circular library designed by Gibbs himself, remains one of Oxfordshire's most cherished landmarks. A black and white photograph showcasing All Souls College alongside Radcliffe Library highlights their timeless beauty. The vibrant colors captured in another image portray the grandeur of Radcliffe Library itself - its intricate architecture serving as a visual feast for all who visit it. Gibbs' talents were not limited to architecture alone; he also excelled as an artist. His portrait paintings showcased his skillful brushwork and attention to detail. One such example is "Portrait of a Gentleman, " where every stroke brings out the subject's personality with precision. In addition to these accomplishments, James Gibbs contributed significantly to London's cityscape through projects like "The Strand" lithograph from 1842 which immortalizes this bustling street during Victorian times. Furthermore, his engraving titled "A Perspective View of St Martins Church" provides us with insight into how this magnificent structure appeared back in 1754.