William Burges Collection

St. Finbars Cathedral, 1898. Creator: Unknown
St. Finbars Cathedral, 1898. Saint Fin Barres Cathedrall, a Gothic Revival three-spire cathedral in the city of Cork, Ireland completed in 1879 on the south side of the River Lee

Sideboard and Wine Cabinet, London, 1859. Creators: William Burges
Sideboard and Wine Cabinet, London, 1859

Animals from the Outer Wall, Cardiff Castle (b / w photo)
5208895 Animals from the Outer Wall, Cardiff Castle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Animals from the Outer Wall, Cardiff Castle)

The Nativity, c. 1863 (stained glass)
3474720 The Nativity, c.1863 (stained glass) by Westlake, Nathaniel (1833-1921); All Saints Church, Higher Walton, Lancashire

The Annunciation, the Visitation, and the Nativity, c. 1860 (stained glass)
3474718 The Annunciation, the Visitation, and the Nativity, c.1860 (stained glass) by Burne-Jones, E. (1833-98) & Halliday, M. F

Castell Coch is a 19th-century Gothic Revival castle. It is situated on a steep hillside high above the village of Tongwynlais, to the north of Cardiff, Wales. 1st March 1954

Restored Chapter House at Salisbury Cathedral, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Restored Chapter House at Salisbury Cathedral, mid-late 19th century. The 13th-century octagonal chapter house with its central pillar and decorative medieval frieze at Salisbury in Wiltshire

Harrow, the Speech House, c1896. Artists: William Burges, Chester Vaughan
Harrow, the Speech House, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

The Chaucer Room, Cardiff Castle, Wales, 1924-1926. Artist: HN King
The Chaucer Room, Cardiff Castle, Wales, 1924-1926. Cardiff Castle was founded by the Normans in 1091 on the site of an earlier Roman fortress, but the majority of the castle as it appears today

Saint Fin Barreas Cathedral, Cork, Ireland
The path leading to the gothic revival Saint Fin Barreas Cathedral in Cork, South West Ireland. The cathedral was built in 1863 under the supervison of Victorian architect William Burges

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William Burges was a prominent architect and designer of the 19th century, known for his intricate and imaginative creations. His works spanned various mediums, from stained glass windows to furniture pieces. One of his notable projects was St. Finbars Cathedral in Cork, Ireland, completed in 1898. Although the creator remains unknown, the cathedral stands as a testament to Burges' architectural genius. In London, Burges designed a stunning Sideboard and Wine Cabinet in 1859. These exquisite pieces showcase his attention to detail and craftsmanship. Animals from the Outer Wall at Cardiff Castle are another example of Burges' creativity. Captured in an enchanting black-and-white photo, these sculptures bring life to the castle's exterior. Burges also dabbled in stained glass artistry. The Nativity scene he created around 1863 is a breathtaking display of colors and storytelling through glass. Another set of stained glass windows by Burges depicts The Annunciation, the Visitation, and the Nativity scenes around 1860. These vibrant artworks add beauty and spirituality to any space they adorn. The mid-late 19th-century Restored Chapter House at Salisbury Cathedral showcases an unknown creator's skillful restoration work under Burges' influence. Collaborating with artist Chester Vaughan, Burges contributed to Harrow's Speech House design circa 1896. This project exemplifies their shared vision for grandeur and elegance. Cardiff Castle's Chaucer Room is yet another masterpiece attributed to William Burges but executed by HN King between 1924-1926. Its intricate woodwork transports visitors back in time with its medieval-inspired motifs. Castell Coch stands proudly on a steep hillside as one of Wales' Gothic Revival castles—a true testament to William Burgess' ability to create awe-inspiring structures that blend seamlessly into their surroundings. Beyond architecture and design work, William Burgess also left his mark in the world of engravings.