Kew Collection (page 4)

Monster Cactus at Kew Gardens 1846
Monster cactus (echinocactus Visnager) in the collection of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Date: 1846

The Great Palm House, Kew Gardens 1859
Great Palm House and lake at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Surrey. In the foreground a large number of Victorian visitors may be seen enjoying the gardens in the summer. Date: 1859

Summer Afternoon in Kew Gardens 1870
Large number of Victorian visitors in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. In the background of this image one can see the pagoda (centre) and the Great Palm House (right). Date: 1870

KEW GARDENS C1770
A View of the Lake & Island seen from the Lawn with a distant prospect of the Temples of Arethusa and Victory, & the great Pagoda in the Royal Gardens at Kew Date: circa 1770

Richmond upon Thames TW9 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Richmond upon Thames TW9 3

The Shingling of Jupiter, Q Theatre, Kew Bridge, SW London
The Shingling of Jupiter, by Ewan Agnew, at the Q Theatre, Kew Bridge, SW London. circa 1925

Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) carpeting Conservation Area, Kew Gardens, London, UK. May

Sir J. Banks, (1743-1820, 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir J. Banks, (1743-1820, 1830. Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820) English naturalist, botanist, and patron of the natural sciences

The Museum, Kew Gardens, c1915. Creator: Unknown
The Museum, Kew Gardens, c1915. The Orangery at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, west London, was designed by Sir William Chambers and completed in 1761

Gainsboroughs Grave, 1881. Creator: Unknown
Gainsboroughs Grave, 1881. Thomas Gainsborough (1727-1788) buried in St Annes Church, Kew, Richmond. From " The Leisure Hour 1881", by. [The Religious Tract Society, London, 1881]

Medieval family supper, Wakehurst Place, Surrey, c1600. Creator: Joseph Nash (1809-78)
Medieval family supper, Wakehurst Place, Surrey, c.1600 from Architecture of the Middle Ages, published 1838 (colour lithograph)

Shakespeares Last Will, 25 March 1616, 1616. Found in the Collection of The National Archives, Kew

South-west view of the Church of St Anne, Kew, Surrey, 1798. Kew is now in the London borough of Richmond upon Thames

Interior of the Great Palm House, Kew Gardens, 1904. The Palm House was built by architect Decimus Burton and iron-maker Richard Turner between 1844 and 1848

Potatoes in Kew Gardens, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
Potatoes in Kew Gardens, 1941.The grounds of Kew Gardens are made over to growing potatoes. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

The Great Palm House, Kew Gardens, London, c1900. Artists: Decimus Burton, York & Son
The Great Palm House, Kew Gardens, London, c1900. The Palm House (1844-1848) was the result of cooperation between architect Decimus Burton and iron founder Richard Turner

On the Road to Kew Gardens, Sunday Afternoon, 1901. Artist: George Newnes
On the Road to Kew Gardens, Sunday Afternoon, 1901. From The Sunday Strand Vol. IV, [George Newnes Ltd, London, 1901]

Judging cats at the Royal Botanic Gardens show, Kew, London, c1900 (1901). Harrison Weir arranged the first formal cat show in England in 1871 at the Crystal Palace

Azaleas, Kew Gardens, c1914. Artist: Emile Claus
Azaleas, Kew Gardens, c1914. From The Studio Volume 66. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1915-16]

Exterior of Kew Palace, 1902. Artist: Thomas Robert Way
Exterior of Kew Palace, 1902. From Ancient Royal Palaces in and Near London. [John Lane, London and New York, 1902]

The annual Kew to Putney ladies swimming race, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

The Palace, Hampton Court, 20th Century

Kew Palace, Richmond upon Thames, London. Built in 1663 for a Dutch merchant, this building was known as the Dutch House because of its Dutch gables. It was purchased by King George III in 1781

The Rockery, Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, 20th Century. Postcard from The Souvenir Album, Views of London And The River Thames, From London To Oxford, (London, 20th Century)

The Pagoda, Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, 20th Century. The Chinese-inspired ten-storey octagonal pagoda is 163 ft (nearly 50 metres) high

A View of the Princes House at Kew, 1776. Artist: Michael Angelo Rooker
A View of the Princes House at Kew, 1776. The Princes House, built in the 17th century by a merchant of Dutch origin, has also been known as the Dutch House and Kew Palace

Banana leaf at Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, London
London, England - 2009; The beauty of nature in pure, abstract form - a back-lit banana leaf seen in the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew

Plant illustration by Franz Andreas Bauer - Illustration from Delineation of exotic plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew (1796) by Franz Andreas Bauer (1758-1840)

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View across the Palm House Pond to Museum No. 1 at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

House Confucius Plans elevations sections perspective views
The House of Confucius, Plans, elevations, sections, and perspective views of the gardens and buildings at Kew, in Surry, Chambers, William Sir, 1723-1796, Haberkorn, J

Chinese Pavilion Pheasant Ground Plans elevations
Chinese Pavilion in the Pheasant Ground, Plans, elevations, sections, and perspective views of the gardens and buildings at Kew, in Surry, Chambers, William Sir, 1723-1796, Haberkorn, J

Various Plans Plans elevations sections perspective views
Various Plans, Plans, elevations, sections, and perspective views of the gardens and buildings at Kew, in Surry, Chambers, William Sir, 1723-1796, Haberkorn, J

Aviary Plans elevations sections perspective views
The Aviary, Plans, elevations, sections, and perspective views of the gardens and buildings at Kew, in Surry, Chambers, William Sir, 1723-1796, Haberkorn, J

Kew 1864 Francis Seymour Haden British 1818-1910
Kew, 1864. Francis Seymour Haden (British, 1818-1910). Etching

Kew Gardens Temperate House; London, England

Kew Gardens, The Palm House, London by C.T. Howard

RAIN GAUGE
Checking a rain gauge machine at Kew, near London, England. Date: early 1930s

Sir William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865)
Portrait of Sir William Jackson Hooker, Director of the Royal Gardens at Kew. Photographed by Maull & Polyblank, Photographers. Ca 1854

St. Annes Church, Kew
Kew Church, the wedding venue for the marriage of Princess Mary of Cambridge and Prince Francis of Teck on 12 June 1866. Date: 1866

Wedding of Princess Mary of Cambridge & Francis of Teck
Throwing the slipper for good luck. The marriage of Princess Mary of Cambridge and Prince Francis of Teck. After the ceremony, the newlyweds are pelted with shoes and slippers for luck as they leave

Gloxinia perennis - By Franz Bauer, undated. Paper, watercolour. London, Natural History Museum, Library and Archives, Finished Drawings of Plants, pl. 79

Taxus melanosporum, Yew - Watercolour by Franz Bauer, 1835. Paper, watercolour. London. Botany Library, Bauer Unit, Unfinished Drawings of Plants Cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew 6: f. 29

Sparmannia africana, African linden - African linden, Sparmannia africana, by Franz Bauer, undated. Paper, pencil, watercolour. Unfinished Illustrations of Plants, vol. 1, no. 67

Erica taxifolia - Coloured engraving by D. MacKenzie based on a watercolour by Franz Bauer. Delineations of exotick plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew, t. 19, London, 1793. Date: 1793

Lagerstroemia indica, Crape myrtle - By Franz Bauer, undated. Paper, pencil, colour pencil, watercolour. Unfinished Drawings of Plants, vol. 1, no. 125

Bonatea speciosa - Watercolour by Franz Bauer, undated. Paper, watercolour. Botany Library, Bauer Unit

Plate 162 - Illustration from Delineation of exotic plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew (1796) by Franz Andreas Bauer (1758-1840)

Pterostylis rufa, rusty hood - Illustration from Delineation of exotic plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew (1796) by Franz Andreas Bauer (1758-1840)

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Kew: a hidden gem in London's backyard. Step into Cambridge Cottage, where history whispers through its walls, and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of this botanical wonderland. Marvel at the grandeur of the Great Palm House, an architectural masterpiece that stood tall since 1852, offering a sanctuary for exotic flora from around the world. Ascend the spiral staircase within the Temperate House, feeling like you're entering another realm as you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Transport yourself back to 1935 with a glimpse of London Tram passing by, reminding us of how time has gracefully embraced Kew's timeless allure. Delve into scientific wonders at The Royal Society; witness knowledge unfolding before your eyes. Admire Protea nitida, also known as wagon tree - a symbol of resilience and strength amidst nature's trials. Lose yourself in Kew Gardens' sprawling landscapes adorned with pagodas that add an air of mystique to this horticultural haven. Explore Kew Botanical Garden and let its tranquility wash over you; find solace among Magnolia hodgsonii's delicate blooms captured beautifully in an 1855 engraving. Be captivated by Quercus lamellosa's vibrant hues showcased in a stunning coloured engraving from 1890. Immerse yourself further into history as Sir Henry Capel comes to life through Peter Lely's artistry - his legacy forever etched within these gardens. Finally, take in the breathtaking sight of The Palm House and Parterre - an iconic landmark that epitomizes Kew Gardens' splendor. Kew is not just a place; it is an experience that transports you across time and continents while celebrating nature’s boundless beauty.