Blomfield Collection

Houses of Parliament, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Houses of Parliament, c1935. The Royal Air Force Memorial at Whitehall Steps in London was erected in 1923 as a memorial to all ranks of the Royal Navy Air Service, Royal Flying Corps

Felsted School, Essex, Perspective View
This architectural drawing is a perspective view of Felsted School in Essex, the addition, known as Grignon Hall, contains a large hall, eight classrooms

Church of St. John The Baptist, Felixstowe
This architectural drawing shows the exterior of the church of St. John the Baptist in Felixstowe, Suffolk, designed by architect Sir Arthur Blomfield circa 1894. Date: circa 1894

Welwyn Church Proposed New Tower
An architectural drawing which proposes some restoration work and the erection of a new tower at Welwyn Church, Hertfordshire

Poulton Priory, Gloucestershire
This photograph shows a distant view of Poulton Priory, or the priory of St. Mary, in Gloucestershire. The sire was originally founded as a chantry chapel in 1337 by Sir Thomas Seymour

House At Stansted, Essex
An architectural drawing which proposes the erection of a house at Stansted, Essex, for Harry Chester Esq. built by contractor Mr. J

Hanover Gate Mansions, Regent's Park
An architectural drawing which proposes the erection of three blocks, each containing ten flats, now named Hanover Gate Mansions, it is situated at Park Road, Regent's Park

Malvern College Chapel
A photograph of the chapel of Malvern College, Malvern, Worcestershire, opened in 1899 by Arthur Blomfield, then extended in 1908 by his son, the architect, Charles James Blomfield. Date: circa 1908

Southwark Cathedral Canons Stalls
This photograph shows some canons stalls placed in two bays of the south choir arcade, inside Southwark Cathedral, the stalls were designed by Sir Arthur Blomfield, work carried out by Messrs

Chester Cathedral Memorial
A pair of architectural drawings of a fence design, and a memorial to the Duke of Westminster, Hugh Lupus Grosvenor, 1825-1899

Sir Reginald Theodore Blomfield
A portrait photograph of British architect and garden designer, Sir Reginald Theodore Blomfield, taken in 1918, he was an associate of the Royal Academy in 1905

The Menin gate, 1927
A photograph showing a grand archway of the Menin Gate, a war memorial in Ypres, Belgium, dedicated to the British and Commonwealth soldiers who died in the Ypres Salient of WW1

Reginald Blomfield & Solomon
A photograph showing British architect and garden designer, Sir Reginald Theodore Blomfield, riding Solomon the half bred Irish hunting horse in 1902

Residence for E. D. Blomfield, Esq
An architectural sketch showing the garden elevation to a residence for E. D. Blomfield, Esq. along with plans just below. Date: circa 1922

Menin Gate Memorial to the Unknown Soldiers of the British Armies, Ypres, Belgium, c1927. The Menin Gate, designed by Sir Reginald Blomfield

The Old Bank of England, Looking from the Mansion House, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Old Bank of England, Looking from the Mansion House, 1890. The Old Bank of England, buit in 1886 by Sir Arthur Blomfield in grand Italianate style

Herbert Drewett, 1893. Creator: William Roffe
Herbert Drewett, 1893. From " Bailys Magazine of Sports and Pastimes", Vol. LIX. [Vinton & Co Ltd, London, 1893]

Memorial in St. Pauls Churchyard of the Cross Destroyed By The Roundheads, c1935. St Pauls Cross was a preaching cross and open-air pulpit in the grounds of Old St Pauls Cathedral in London

A Roman Eagle Fittingly Symbolises The Flying Men of the Great War, c1935. Creator: Unknown
A Roman Eagle Fittingly The Flying Men of the Great War, c1935. Royal Air Force Memorial at Whitehall Steps in London, erected in 1923 as a memorial to all ranks of the Royal Navy Air Service

The Royal Air Force Memorial, the Embankment, London, c1930s. Erected in 1923, this memorial commemorates the servicemen of the Royal Air Force (RAF) killed in World War I and subsequent conflicts

Iron Gates All Souls, Oxford, 1899. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

St Stephens Walbrook, 1899. Interior view of the church in the City of London. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1899

Right Rev Alfred Blomfield, DD, Bishop of Colchester, 1883. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Right Rev Alfred Blomfield, DD, Bishop of Colchester, 1883. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science, literature and art

Anglo-Belgian war memorial unveiled, 1920
The unveiling of the Anglo-Belgian War Memorial on the Victoria Embankment, London, on 12th October 1920, the fifth anniversary of the shooting of Edith Cavell in Brussels

Letter of confirmation, unfit for military service, WW1
Letter of confirmation declaring Harold Auerbach (1897-1975) unfit for military service, 15 October 1915. He had applied for enlistment in the Artists Rifles. 1915

The RAF Memorial - Embankment, London. Unveiled in 1923 - designed by Sir Reginald Blomfield (the main monument) and William Reid Dick (the eagle). Date: circa 1923

The Royal Air Force Memorial in silhouette
The Royal Air Force memorial, on the Embankment, London, captured in silhouette. Built in 1923, it is situated on the Victoria Embankment close to Cleopatras Needle

Group of 56 Squadron R. F. C. Officers
Group of 56 Squadron Royal Flying Corps officers. Back row, left to right: Lieutenants G C Maxwell; Melville; Lehmann; Knight; Barlow; Knaggs

Edward Harold Browne, c. 1876
Photographic portrait of Edward Harold Browne, Bishop of Winchester between 1873 and 1891, pictured c.1876

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Blomfield: A Legacy of Architectural Brilliance From the picturesque Felsted School in Essex to the stunning Church of St. John The Baptist in Felixstowe, Blomfield's architectural masterpieces continue to captivate our senses. With a keen eye for detail and an innate understanding of perspective, Blomfield crafted buildings that stand as testaments to his genius. One cannot help but be awestruck by the proposed new tower at Welwyn Church, a structure that seamlessly blends tradition with innovation. Similarly, Poulton Priory in Gloucestershire exudes an air of tranquility and serenity, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in its timeless beauty. The House At Stansted is another gem from Blomfield's repertoire - a harmonious blend of elegance and functionality. Its design showcases his ability to create spaces that are both visually striking and practical for everyday living. Moving on to Hanover Gate Mansions in Regent's Park, one can appreciate how Blomfield effortlessly merged classical elements with modern sensibilities. His vision transformed this building into a symbol of sophistication and refinement. Blomfield's talent extended beyond individual structures; he also left his mark on religious edifices such as Malvern College Chapel and Southwark Cathedral Canons Stalls. Each bears witness to his deep reverence for sacred spaces while incorporating unique touches that make them truly remarkable. Chester Cathedral Memorial stands tall as a testament not only to Blomfield's skill but also his dedication to commemorating those who came before us. Through this memorial, he immortalized their memory with grace and dignity, and is impossible not to mention Sir Reginald Theodore Blomfield himself - an architect whose name will forever be associated with brilliance and innovation. His contributions have shaped our built environment in ways we may never fully comprehend or appreciate.