Timbers Collection

East Pool Mine, Illogan, Cornwall. 1893
Working at 180 level. The photograph was taken by John Charles Burrow on the same occasion as a similar view published in Mongst Mines and Miners (1893)

Advertisement for Libertys new shops, London
An advertisement for Libertys new shops about to open in Argyll Place, off Regent Street, London. Liberty & Co have had the exterior and interior built in 16th century style

Angel showing Mary Magdalene and the other Mary Christ's empty tomb. Mark 16. 5
531229 Angel showing Mary Magdalene and the other Mary Christ's empty tomb. Mark 16.5. From Gustave Dore illustrated Bible 1865-6

Advertisement for Libertys Of Regent Street, London, c. 1944 (woodcut)
5999172 Advertisement for Libertys Of Regent Street, London, c.1944 (woodcut) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Libertys Of Regent Street, London)

Table with representation of Livorno port, c.1601-04 (gemstones, wood, enamel)
8612010 Table with representation of Livorno port, c.1601-04 (gemstones, wood, enamel) by Gaffurri, Cristofano (fl.1576-1626) & Ligozzi, Jacopo (1547-1626); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

The woodcutter, 1863 (stained and leaded glass)
8620213 The woodcutter, 1863 (stained and leaded glass) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow, UK; (add.info.: The woodcutter, 1863, Ford Madox Brown and Philip Webb)

Table with representation of Livorno port, c.1601-04 (gemstones, wood, enamel)
8612009 Table with representation of Livorno port, c.1601-04 (gemstones, wood, enamel) by Gaffurri, Cristofano (fl.1576-1626) & Ligozzi, Jacopo (1547-1626); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Mahongwe Mask (wood)
BCC11167 Mahongwe Mask (wood) by South Central African School, (19th century); Dr. Werner Muensterberger Collection, London, UK

Decorations for the timbers of roofs and ceilings (colour litho)
8632941 Decorations for the timbers of roofs and ceilings (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Decorations for the timbers of roofs and ceilings)

Girls putting wood on the fire (chromolitho)
8626920 Girls putting wood on the fire (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girls putting wood on the fire)

Furniture, 2nd half of 17th Century (litho)
8622110 Furniture, 2nd half of 17th Century (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Furniture, 2nd half of 17th Century)

Cabinet Work, Last half of 17th Century (litho)
8622097 Cabinet Work, Last half of 17th Century (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cabinet Work, Last half of 17th Century)

T Chippendale, Ince and Mayhew, Manwaring, and others (litho)
8622068 T Chippendale, Ince and Mayhew, Manwaring, and others (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: T Chippendale, Ince and Mayhew, Manwaring, and others)

Esquimalt, 19th century (photo)
7340685 Esquimalt, 19th century (photo) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator)

The Announcing Angel and the Annunciate Virgin, detail, first half of the 15th century (carved and painted wood)
8683332 The Announcing Angel and the Annunciate Virgin, detail, first half of the 15th century (carved and painted wood) by Valdambrino

The Holy Family. Wood sculpture by Diego de Siloe (1495-1563), 1st half of the 16th century
AIS5368024 The Holy Family. Wood sculpture by Diego de Siloe (1495-1563), 1st half of the 16th century; (add.info.: Valladolid, National Museum of Sculpture.); © Iberfoto

Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood)
8812066 Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood) by German School, (18th century); board: 56.5x56.5x11.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood)
8812077 Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood) by German School, (18th century); board: 56.5x56.5x11.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood)
8812068 Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood) by German School, (18th century); board: 56.5x56.5x11.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood)
8812079 Chess set, Augsburg, c.1705-09 (silver inlay, tortoiseshell veneer, ivory & ebonised wood) by German School, (18th century); board: 56.5x56.5x11.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Figures in the Wood (w/c)
8683436 Figures in the Wood (w/c) by Salvarani, Arcangelo (1882-1953); 48x37 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

A woodblock engraving depicting a first-rate ship of the line carrying sail, 18th century
5310685 A woodblock engraving depicting a first-rate ship of the line carrying sail, 18th century; Universal History Archive/UIG

Mandrake
5311950 Mandrake; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting Mandrake, a type species of the plant genus Mandragora. Dated 17th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Almighty Jesus. 1620 (wood)
AIS5332888 Almighty Jesus. 1620 (wood); (add.info.: MESA, Juan de (1583-1627) Sevilla. Church of San Lorenzo); Photo © Rotger/AIC

Children playing with a toy cannon, historic wood engraving, about 1888
UIG5414603 Children playing with a toy cannon, historic wood engraving, about 1888; UIG

Burghausen, Bavaria, Germany, historic wood engraving, about 1897
UIG5414472 Burghausen, Bavaria, Germany, historic wood engraving, about 1897; UIG

Pagoda in the province of Quei-Chow, China, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888
UIG5414373 Pagoda in the province of Quei-Chow, China, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888; UIG

Model of the cargo ship Nonsuch (1906), c.1906 (wood, cotton, copper, gold and paint)
MMM5467379 Model of the cargo ship Nonsuch (1906), c.1906 (wood, cotton, copper, gold and paint); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Model of the cargo ship Nonsuch (1906)

Collegiate church. Interior. Baptist chapel (Capilla del Baptisterio y de las Reliquias de la Colegiata de Pastrana)
6267479 Collegiate church. Interior. Baptist chapel (Capilla del Baptisterio y de las Reliquias de la Colegiata de Pastrana). Reliquary bust of Saint Teresa. Polychrome wood

Collegiate church. Interior. Altar (Retablo de Santa Teresa). Gilt plaster and wood. Baroque. 18th century
6267490 Collegiate church. Interior. Altar (Retablo de Santa Teresa). Gilt plaster and wood. Baroque. 18th century.; Collegiata, Pastrana, Spain; (add.info.: Creator: Anonymous Colegiata, Pastrana)

Head in relief made in 1506 by Baccio di Montelupo (1469-1535) forming part of the Tondo Doni (The Holy Family)
BEN5471201 Head in relief made in 1506 by Baccio di Montelupo (1469-1535) forming part of the Tondo Doni (The Holy Family)

View near Woolwich, Kent, England, depicting the use of forces to build pontoons
MMM5480415 View near Woolwich, Kent, England, depicting the use of forces to build pontoons (disarmed vessels used as floating prisons); National Maritime Museum, London

Diptych sundial, closed, marked with 6 Chinese characters in red ink declaring Sun Moon Combo Dial, c.1850-1900 (wood)
MMM5474453 Diptych sundial, closed, marked with 6 Chinese characters in red ink declaring Sun Moon Combo Dial, c.1850-1900 (wood); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Diptych sundial)

Cylindrical sundial for latitude 44 degrees. Wooden and metal instrument, c.1835-1870 (wood and metal)
MMM5474446 Cylindrical sundial for latitude 44 degrees. Wooden and metal instrument, c.1835-1870 (wood and metal); National Maritime Museum, London

Diptych sundial, open, for latitude 49 degrees, with magnetic compass. Wooden instrument, 18th century (wood)
MMM5474432 Diptych sundial, open, for latitude 49 degrees, with magnetic compass. Wooden instrument, 18th century (wood); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Diptych sundial, open)

Sundial, with a rotating disk with a lunar motion scale, in Chinese characters. Wooden instrument, c.1850-1900 (wood)
MMM5473321 Sundial, with a rotating disk with a lunar motion scale, in Chinese characters. Wooden instrument, c.1850-1900 (wood); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Sundial)

Oracle games on New Year's Eve, historical wood engraving, about 1897
UIG5414477 Oracle games on New Year's Eve, historical wood engraving, about 1897; UIG

Occupational safety in 1880, respirator for chemical laboratories, breathing apparatus, historical illustration
UIG5414434 Occupational safety in 1880, respirator for chemical laboratories, breathing apparatus, historical illustration, wood engraving, about 1888; UIG

Occupational safety in 1880, smoke hood, historical illustration, wood engraving, about 1888
UIG5414418 Occupational safety in 1880, smoke hood, historical illustration, wood engraving, about 1888; UIG

Engraving depicting a 16th century four poster bed, with trundle bed beside it, 19th century
5308974 Engraving depicting a 16th century four poster bed, with trundle bed beside it, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a 16th century four poster bed, with trundle bed beside it)

Illustration depicting elderly people sitting on a wooden park bench, 19th century
5308872 Illustration depicting elderly people sitting on a wooden park bench, 19th century; (add.info.: Illustration depicting elderly people sitting on a wooden park bench)

Diagram depicting Galileo's experiment to prove the existence of a vacuum
5310104 Diagram depicting Galileo's experiment to prove the existence of a vacuum; (add.info.: Diagram depicting Galileo's experiment to prove the existence of a vacuum)

The National Gallery. The Annunciation is the announcement by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary. 16th century
7141105 The National Gallery. The Annunciation is the announcement by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary. 16th century. Ljubljana. Slovenia.; © Pascal Deloche/Godong

Interior, calvary sculpture group with painted wooden Jesus statue on cross
7242733 Interior, calvary sculpture group with painted wooden Jesus statue on cross, 19th century with plaster Statue of John and Mary, detail bust of the Statue of John; Brakel, East Flanders

Illustration titled Lovers in a Park depicting a young couple holding hands whilst sitting on a log, 1869 (engraving)
5616350 Illustration titled Lovers in a Park depicting a young couple holding hands whilst sitting on a log, 1869 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Town Hall, Liverpool (engraving)
8627804 The Town Hall, Liverpool (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Town Hall, Liverpool)

Sir Christopher Wren and Grinling Gibbons, Late 17th Century (litho)
8622104 Sir Christopher Wren and Grinling Gibbons, Late 17th Century (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Christopher Wren and Grinling Gibbons)

Sheraton Bedsteads with Drapery, Last half 18th Century (litho)
8622033 Sheraton Bedsteads with Drapery, Last half 18th Century (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sheraton Bedsteads with Drapery, Last half 18th Century)

T Chippendale, Ince and Mayhew, Manwaring, and others (litho)
8622069 T Chippendale, Ince and Mayhew, Manwaring, and others (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: T Chippendale, Ince and Mayhew, Manwaring, and others)

Chippendale Grandfather Clocks (litho)
8622062 Chippendale Grandfather Clocks (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chippendale Grandfather Clocks)

J Carter, Shop Fronts, Doorways and Overdoors, Period 1774 (litho)
8622047 J Carter, Shop Fronts, Doorways and Overdoors, Period 1774 (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: J Carter, Shop Fronts, Doorways and Overdoors)

R and J Adam, Chimney-Pieces, Last half 18th Century (litho)
8622045 R and J Adam, Chimney-Pieces, Last half 18th Century (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: R and J Adam, Chimney-Pieces, Last half 18th Century)

Heppelwhite and Sheraton (Period) Bookcases, Late 18th Century (litho)
8622034 Heppelwhite and Sheraton (Period) Bookcases, Late 18th Century (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heppelwhite and Sheraton (Period) Bookcases

Sheraton Washstands, Commodes, etc, Early 19th Century (litho)
8622016 Sheraton Washstands, Commodes, etc, Early 19th Century (litho) by Strange, Thomas Arthur (1857-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sheraton Washstands, Commodes, etc, Early 19th Century)

Wasps and their nests (colour litho)
8644915 Wasps and their nests (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wasps and their nests)

Robinson Crusoe (colour litho)
8634726 Robinson Crusoe (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robinson Crusoe)

Marine Encyclopedia: Midship-section of a One-deck Wooden Vessel; Midship-section of a Two-deck Wooden Vessel (litho)
8652592 Marine Encyclopedia: Midship-section of a One-deck Wooden Vessel; Midship-section of a Two-deck Wooden Vessel (litho) by European School

Marine Encyclopedia: Inside view of the middle portion of a Wooden sailing Ship (litho)
8652588 Marine Encyclopedia: Inside view of the middle portion of a Wooden sailing Ship (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Marine Encyclopedia: Square-body-Frames, showing Butt-chocks, Joint-dowels, etc of a Wooden Vessel (litho)
8652585 Marine Encyclopedia: Square-body-Frames, showing Butt-chocks, Joint-dowels, etc of a Wooden Vessel (litho) by European School

"I barbered him and made him spruce" (engraving)
8652572 "I barbered him and made him spruce" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Humorous cat postcard (colour litho)
8643577 Humorous cat postcard (colour litho) by Thiele, Carl Robert Arthur (1860-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humorous cat postcard)

Human invention anticipated: Varnishing (engraving)
8657992 Human invention anticipated: Varnishing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Varnishing)

Life in a German town in the first half of the 16th Century (woodcut)
8664082 Life in a German town in the first half of the 16th Century (woodcut) by Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-50); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stages in the making of an oar (b/w photo)
8664068 Stages in the making of an oar (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stages in the making of an oar)

Making clogs from alder wood, Brittany (b/w photo)
8663841 Making clogs from alder wood, Brittany (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making clogs from alder wood, Brittany, France)

Fatwood bark (colour litho)
8663529 Fatwood bark (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fatwood bark. Illustration for Der Mensch und die Erde by Hans Kraemer)

Man and dog collecting firewood (chromolitho)
8626890 Man and dog collecting firewood (chromolitho) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man and dog collecting firewood)

The Son of the Strong Man of the Wood (colour litho)
8624734 The Son of the Strong Man of the Wood (colour litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Son of the Strong Man of the Wood)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669576 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cuillere (wood)
8678393 Cuillere (wood) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); length: 25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: By Paul Gauguin); Photo © Christie's Images

Ancient oak cabinet (engraving)
8676381 Ancient oak cabinet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient oak cabinet in the possession of R W Train, Greenock, Scotland)

The Edge of a Wood, Royal Common (colour litho)
8667101 The Edge of a Wood, Royal Common (colour litho) by Palmer, Harold Sutton (1854-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Edge of a Wood, Royal Common)

Portrait of a Young Man
CUL4847142 Portrait of a Young Man by Holbein, Ambrosius (c.1493-c.1519); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: Portrait of a Young Man - Holbein, Ambrosius (1494-1519)

Men employed chopping firewood in the casual ward of a London workhouse, 1895
3479648 Men employed chopping firewood in the casual ward of a London workhouse, 1895; (add.info.: Men employed chopping firewood in the casual ward of a London workhouse)

Arab women in front of a public bath, 1880 (print on double-weight paper)
3561641 Arab women in front of a public bath, 1880 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Egypt 1880-1899 Photographer: Bechard, E.); Alinari Archives, Florence

Young woman relaxing in the studio, 1903-1904 (print on double-weight paper)
3561429 Young woman relaxing in the studio, 1903-1904 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: United States 1903-1904 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Banded rattlesnake, Crotalus Horridus, from a 17th century print
3501421 Banded rattlesnake, Crotalus Horridus, from a 17th century print; (add.info.: Banded rattlesnake. Crotalus Horridus. From a 17th century print)

The Ark of the Covenant, 1850
3330006 The Ark of the Covenant, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Ark of the Covenant, a gold-covered wooden chest described in the Book of Exodus as containing the two stone tablets of)

Panel depicting an angel
3330403 Panel depicting an angel; (add.info.: Wood panel depicting an angel. Dated 13th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

William Shakespeare Much Ado About Nothing, play first performed c1598
532716 William Shakespeare Much Ado About Nothing, play first performed c1598.; (add.info.: William Shakespeare Much Ado About Nothing, play first performed c.1598)

Parlour Maid and Scullery maids, 1901 (engraving)
537322 Parlour Maid and Scullery maids, 1901 (engraving); (add.info.: Cook and Kitchen maid, Parlour Maid and Scullery maids)

Saxon idol of the Sun. Wood engraving 1834
537272 Saxon idol of the Sun. Wood engraving 1834; (add.info.: Saxon idol of the Sun. Wood engraving 1834); Universal History Archive/UIG

Christ healing the man sick of the palsy. Matthew 9. From Gustave Dore's illustrated Bible 1866. Wood engraving
537155 Christ healing the man sick of the palsy. Matthew 9. From Gustave Dore's illustrated Bible 1866. Wood engraving; (add.info.: Christ healing the man sick of the palsy. Matthew 9)

Duke of Fife's game larder, 1881 (engraving)
538471 Duke of Fife's game larder, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: The Prince and Princess of Wales (Edward VII and Queen Alexandra from 1901)

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"Discover the Timeless Beauty of Timbers: From Historic Mines to Majestic Halls" Step into a world where history meets craftsmanship at Liberty's new shops in London. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage that have stood the test of time, each with its own unique story to tell. Travel back to 1893 and explore the East Pool Mine in Illogan, Cornwall. Witness the strength and resilience of these timbers as they supported miners during their arduous work underground. Enter St. Agnes Church in Cawston and be captivated by the Side Aisle adorned with intricate timberwork. Marvel at how these they have weathered centuries, preserving their beauty for generations to come. Journey through time at Brinsop Court's Great Hall, captured in a stunning black-and-white photo. Admire the grandeur of this space, brought to life by meticulously crafted timbers that exude elegance and sophistication. Escape to Jordans, Buckinghamshire, England, where Mayflower Barn stands proudly amidst picturesque surroundings. Let your eyes wander over its sturdy timber structure that has witnessed countless gatherings throughout history. Experience tranquility at Heather Cottage Hall as you bask in its rustic charm. Notice how every beam and plank tells a tale of resilience and endurance against nature's elements. Delve into Ellen's Great Hall in Rudgwick - an architectural masterpiece showcasing masterful timber craftsmanship from another era. Feel transported back in time as you admire its intricate details etched into every piece of wood. Marvel at The Old Fountain in Minories - once so solidly built that it took three horses' might to dismantle it when demolished in 1793 after standing since circa 1480. These robust timbers stand testament to enduring strength throughout centuries gone by. Wells Cathedral beckons with interior doorways adorned with timeless timberwork captured beautifully on black-and-white photographs.