Paxton Collection

1854 Crystal Palace Dinosaurs by Baxter 1
1854. Sydenham Crystal Palace with Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins dinosaur sculptures in the foreground. 11cm x 16.3 cm. Miniature colour print by the George Baxter patent process of mutiple ink blocks

England. London. The Crystal Palace by Joseph Paxton. Great
The Crystal Palace. Cast-iron and plate-glass building originally erected in Hyde Park, London for Great Exhibition of 1851. Designed by Sir Joseph Paxton (1803-1865). Victoria and Albert Museum

Advert for Curry & Paxton, binoculars 1934
Curry & Paxton, dispensing opticians, advertising binoculars with leather case. Date: 1934

PAXTON, Joseph (1801-1865). Crystal Palace. 1851. First building with revolutionary modular, prefabricated design, and use of glass. Built for the Universal Exhibition of 1851 in Hyde Park, London

Exterior of the north transept of the Crystal Palace, London, built for the Great Exhibition, 1851. Conceived by Prince Albert

The Fountains at Crystal Palace, Sydenham, London
The Fountains on the terrace at The Crystal Palace, Sydenham, London Date: 1908

Liverpool - Birkenhead Park - The Lake - Lake with Buildings opposite surrounded by Trees. Part of Box 62 Boswell Collection - Liverpool

Sir Joseph Paxton (1801-1865)
Portrait of Sir Joseph Paxton began life as a gardener and soon became famous for his work at Chatsworth for the Duke of Devonshire, most notably, his glasshouses to house exotic plants

Strawberries
Frogmore Late Pine Sir Joseph Paxton Vicomtesse Hericart de Thury

The great Chatsworth Conservatory - the interior, from the Central Walk, 1844. Tropical plants inside the enormous glasshouse at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire....the specimens from the lofty

Bristol BS16 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bristol BS16 1

London - The Crystal Palace at Sydenham. Date: circa 1903

Smithy, Paxton near Berwick on Tweed

The Smithy at Paxton near Berwick on Tweed Victorian period

Music cover, Patches & Powder Entracte by Cecil Wynne Date: 1915

Music cover, Tops and Bottoms, Barn Dance by Theo Bonheur, with cats by Louis Wain Date: 19th century

Music cover, Let Him Go, Let Him Tarry, popular Irish song, arranged by Walter Collins, featured and broadcast by Barbara Mullen Date: 1945

The Crystal Palace at Sydenham, South London - view from the South East. Date: circa 1910s

Great Exhibition of 1851 in the Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, London: interior view of the main avenue looking eastwards
541450 Great Exhibition of 1851 in the Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, London: interior view of the main avenue looking eastwards. The iron framework of the building is clearly visible

Exterior of the North Transept of the Crystal Palace, London, at the time of the Great Exhibition of 1851
541457 Exterior of the North Transept of the Crystal Palace, London, at the time of the Great Exhibition of 1851. Steel engraving 1851 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

In the Studio, (oil on canvas)
984942 In the Studio, (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 76.2x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Studio. William McGregor Paxton (1869-1941). Oil on canvas

Portrait of Charlotte Morgan McFadden, (oil on canvasboard)
822909 Portrait of Charlotte Morgan McFadden, (oil on canvasboard) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 46x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Charlotte Morgan McFadden)

Walker, London, the successful comedy by J M Barrie at the Theatre Royal, Eastbourne, by Sydney Paxton and Company, from Tooles Theatre, London Date: early 20th century

Photograph of Paxton Hotel, West Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1934

Portrait of Charlotte Parker Milne, 1916 (oil on canvas)
650809 Portrait of Charlotte Parker Milne, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 127.3x101.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Charlotte Parker Milne)

The Great Exhibition of all Nations, by Chavanne, pub. by Read & Co. (print)
STC59300 The Great Exhibition of all Nations, by Chavanne, pub. by Read & Co. (print) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition)

Fourth Soviet Flag - Hammer Sickle Red Army Star
Sheet music cover illustration: Cossack Song arranged by Granville Bantock, words by Helen Bantock, music by Ivan I. Dzerzhinski?, 1909-1978. W. Paxton & Co. 1944. Date: 1944

Albert, Prince Consort of Queen Victoria, handing Joseph Paxton
530929 Albert, Prince Consort of Queen Victoria, handing Joseph Paxton, designer of the Crystal Palace, a £ 20, 000 slice of Solid Pudding from the surplus funds from the Great Exhibition of

Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, The Great Derby Race for Eighteen Hundred and Fifty-One (engraving)
5233953 Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, The Great Derby Race for Eighteen Hundred and Fifty-One (engraving) by Leech

The Crystal, (oil on canvas)
650728 The Crystal, (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 165.1x182.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crystal. William McGregor Paxton (1869-1941). Oil on canvas

Cheesemonger, illustration from High Street by J. M
STC411920 Cheesemonger, illustration from High Street by J.M. Richards, printed by the Curwen Press, pub. by Country Life, 1938 (colour litho) by Ravilious

Nellie and Phryne, (oil on canvas)
984961 Nellie and Phryne, (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 114.9x92.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Nellie and Phryne. William McGregor Paxton (1869-1941)

Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, The Great Derby Race for Eighteen Hundred and Fifty-One (engraving)
5233935 Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, The Great Derby Race for Eighteen Hundred and Fifty-One (engraving) by Leech

Spring Bouquet, (oil on canvas)
823243 Spring Bouquet, (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 51x41 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Spring Bouquet. William McGregor Paxton (1869-1941). Oil on canvas

The Red Mules, (oil on masonite)
985401 The Red Mules, (oil on masonite) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 51x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Red Mules. William McGregor Paxton (1869-1941). Oil on masonite

The Russian; La Russe (oil on canvas)
1767784 The Russian; La Russe (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 104.1x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Russian; La Russe. William McGregor Paxton (1869-1941)

Sabina, (oil on canvas)
823125 Sabina, (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 91.8x74 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sabina. William McGregor Paxton (1869-1941). Oil on canvas

MA Worcester Paxton Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

MA Worcester Rutland Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

The great Chatsworth Conservatory - the exterior, from the Italian Terrace, 1844. View of the enormous glasshouse at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire

Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, Transept, 1852. Creator: Benjamin Brecknell Turner
Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, Transept, 1852

Opening of the Birkenhead docks and parks 1847
Opening of the Birkenhead docks and parks. The park was designed by Joseph Paxton and opened on the 5th April 1847 as the first publicly funded civic park in Britain. Date: 1847

THE GLAZING WAGON 1851
Paxton had to be not only architect but engineer : this glazing wagon enabled the builders to position the glass panels of the roof in an assembly-line process. Date: 1851

Northumberland TD15 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Northumberland TD15 1

Lord Roberts and His Army Crossing the Wall River, 1901. Creator: RM Paxton
Lord Roberts and His Army Crossing the Wall River, 1901. Lord Roberts crossed the Vaal River, a boundary between two Boer republics, to occupy the town of Vereeniging during the Second Boer War

The Opening of the Great Exhibition by Queen Victoria on May 1st, 1851, 1942. Creator
The Opening of the Great Exhibition by Queen Victoria on May 1st, 1851, (1942). Queen Victoria (1819-1901) opening the Great Exhibition in the purpose-built Crystal Palace in Londons Hyde Park

Paxtons Magazine of Botany, 1841. Creator: Paxton, Sir Joseph (1803-1865)
Paxtons Magazine of Botany, 1841. Private Collection

The Parade, Crystal Palace, Sydenham, c1915. Creator: Unknown
The Parade, Crystal Palace, Sydenham, c1915. The Crystal Palace was built to house the Great Exhibition of 1851. The glass structure was dismantled and transported from Hyde Park in London

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"Paxton: A Visionary Architect and Naturalist" Step into the world of Paxton, a name synonymous with architectural brilliance and natural wonders. Joseph Paxton, born in 1801 and departed in 1865, left an indelible mark on England's landscape. In 1854, his masterpiece came to life at the Crystal Palace Dinosaurs. Designed by Baxter, these prehistoric sculptures stood tall within the enchanting Crystal Palace grounds. Paxton's vision transformed London into a haven for both art enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The Crystal Palace itself was another testament to Paxton's genius. This iconic structure became a symbol of grandeur during its time, captivating visitors from all corners of the globe. Its magnificence remains etched in history as one of London's greatest architectural achievements. Even beyond architecture, Paxton made his mark through various ventures. An advert for Curry & Paxton showcased their exceptional binoculars in 1934 - a testament to his pursuit of excellence across different industries. Paxton's love for nature extended beyond structures; he also played a pivotal role in designing The Fountains at Crystal Palace in Sydenham. These majestic water features added an ethereal touch to the already breathtaking surroundings. Venturing outside London reveals yet another side of this remarkable man - Birkenhead Park near Liverpool boasts The Lake designed by none other than Sir Joseph Paxton himself. His ability to seamlessly blend landscapes with human-made elements created serene havens that still inspire awe today. But it wasn't just grand projects that defined him; even smaller details held significance for this visionary architect. Strawberries were among his favorite fruits - perhaps symbolic of his attention to detail and appreciation for life's simple pleasures. Traveling further north brings us to Smithy at Paxton near Berwick on Tweed –a picturesque village where Victorian charm meets rural tranquility.