Ashmolean Collection

Elias Ashmole
ELIAS ASHMOLE Antiquary (Ashmolean Museum) and astrologer

Oxford: the Old Ashmolean, the Sheldonian Theatre, from Broad Street

The procession from the Abbey to the hall at the coronation of Richard III and Anne of Warwick (litho)
665038 The procession from the Abbey to the hall at the coronation of Richard III and Anne of Warwick (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Henry VIIIs Chair, in the Ashmolean (engraving)
3631423 Henry VIIIs Chair, in the Ashmolean (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry VIIIs Chair, in the Ashmolean)

Oxford Illustrated (engraving)
1060811 Oxford Illustrated (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford Illustrated)

Head of a dodo in the Ashmolean Museum
Side view of the head of a dodo in the Ashmolean Museum and restored head in the British Museum. Illustration drawn and lithographed by Joseph Dinkel from Hugh Edwin Strickland

Taylor Galleries and Ashmolean Museum in Oxford (b / w photo)
3642748 Taylor Galleries and Ashmolean Museum in Oxford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taylor Galleries and Ashmolean Museum in Oxford)

Drakes Chair, Ashmolean (engraving)
3631563 Drakes Chair, Ashmolean (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drakes Chair, Ashmolean)

The Porch of the Old Ashmolean, Oxford (oil on board)
5889132 The Porch of the Old Ashmolean, Oxford (oil on board) by Logsdail, William (1859-1944); 40.6x30.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright

At the museum
Bego Amare

Ashmolean, Oxford
England, Oxford, Ashmolean Museum

John Henry Parker (1806-1884) keeper of the Ashmolean Museum and author of various archaeological and architectural studies. Date: 1884

Source Size = 5741 x 4014
The Martyrs Memorial, Taylor Institution, and Randolph Hotel, Oxford, 1868

Source Size = 2463 x 1336
The Taylor Institute, Oxford; Uk

Ashmolean Museum, Oxford
The Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. The present building (seen here) dates from 184145 and was designed by Charles Cockerell in a classical style and stands on Beaumont Street. Date: 1930s

Christopher Wren (1632-1723), 1833. Wren, English architect, mathematician and physicist, is best remembered for his rebuilding of St Pauls Cathedral

Carved Chinese lacquer dish. Early Ming Dynasty 1403-1425. Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

Chinese printing block 18th Century, Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

Ashmolean Museum, Turquoise Necklace from the Egyptian Old Kingdom, (the name given to the period in the 3rd millennium BCE when Egypt attained its first continuous peak of civilization)

Gandhara Buddha, (Pakistan) Ashmolean Museum Oxford. 200AD

Seated Muse (protectress of Science and arts. Greek second century BC. Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

Robert Plot (1640-1696)
Portrait of Robert Plot, a British naturalist, first Professor of Chemistry at Oxford University and the first keeper of the Ashmolean Museum

Carlevaris, Luca. Venice: The Piazzetta. 18th c. Venecian School. Oil on canvas. UNITED KINGDOM. Oxford. Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology

Circulatory system, 17th century
Circulatory system. Historical artwork of a human figure with internal organs and blood vessels shown. This manuscript is part of the collection gathered by the English antiquary Elias Ashmole

1677 First dinosaur bone by Robert Plot
Copper engraving from Table 8, facing page 143, of Robert Plots 1677 Natural History of Oxfordshire. Dug out of a quarry in " the Parish of Cornwell" in Oxfordshire on the land of

Ashmolean Museum interior, Oxford University, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Copper tools, radiocarbon dated to 4000 BC, Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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The Ashmolean, located in Oxford, holds a rich history that intertwines with the city's cultural heritage. Founded by Elias Ashmole, it stands as a testament to his passion for collecting and preserving knowledge. The Old Ashmolean building itself is an architectural marvel, adjacent to the iconic Sheldonian Theatre on Broad Street. One captivating lithograph depicts the grand procession from the Abbey to the hall during Richard III and Anne of Warwick's coronation. This historical event showcases the significance of this museum in commemorating important moments in British history. Inside its walls lies Henry VIII's Chair, an engraving that transports visitors back to a time when monarchs ruled with authority and splendor. The Ashmolean Museum proudly displays this artifact alongside countless other treasures from various eras. Oxford Illustrated engravings bring life to ancient tales within these hallowed halls. They capture moments frozen in time, allowing us glimpses into past civilizations' artistry and culture. Amongst its vast collection resides an intriguing relic - the head of a dodo bird. This extinct creature fascinates visitors who ponder over its peculiar features and contemplate humanity's impact on our natural world. Taylor Galleries stand side by side with the Ashmolean Museum; together they form a harmonious duo showcasing artistry through black-and-white photography. These timeless images evoke nostalgia while capturing Oxford's enduring beauty. Drake's Chair is another remarkable piece exhibited at the museum—an engraved tribute to Sir Francis Drake—a symbol of exploration and adventure that resonates deeply within those who appreciate maritime history. An oil painting titled "The Porch of the Old Ashmolean" immortalizes this historic structure on board canvas. Its intricate details transport viewers back centuries ago when scholars roamed these very corridors seeking knowledge and enlightenment. Today, visitors find themselves immersed in wonderment as they explore every nook and cranny at this extraordinary institution—the Ashmolean Museum.