Bricklaying Collection

Churchill bricklaying
Winston Churchill bricklaying, building a wall at Chartwell in the 1930s Date: 1930s

Bricklayers 1827
A bricklayer standing on a rather precarious looking scaffold. His assistant mixes mortar behind him; his hod for carrying bricks etc is nearby

Self-Help in War Time by Heath Robinson Building a Bungalow
No III - Building a bungalow: Now, having made a good start with your music-room, place your piano in position. A rather back to front way of house construction from the crazy mind of William Heath

Bricklayers / Workmen / 1856
A pair of bricklayers building a wall Date: 1856

Corner of a brick wall built in Flemish bond bricklaying pattern

A hobby, c1930, (1945). Winston Churchill building a wall at his home, Chartwell. From Winston Churchill: His Life in Pictures, by Ben Tucker. [Sagall Press, Ltd. London, 1945]

Barbican construction - bricklaying JLP01_08_070567
BARBICAN, CITY OF LONDON. Apprentice bricklayer, Raymond John Armsby, building an inverted brick arch on the construction site of the Barbican development An article on Raymond John Armsby was

The art of building (low relief)
BEN5471582 The art of building (low relief) by Pisano, Andrea (1270-1349); Museo dell'Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo), Florence, Tuscany

Glazed brick and tile fireplace (b/w photo)
8639685 Glazed brick and tile fireplace (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glazed brick and tile fireplace. Bricks by Lamb and Sons)

Brick chimneypiece, and kerb in "Tudor" style (b/w photo)
8639682 Brick chimneypiece, and kerb in "Tudor" style (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brick chimneypiece)

Entrance to Martin's Bank, Bexley Heath (b/w photo)
8639679 Entrance to Martin's Bank, Bexley Heath (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance to Martin's Bank, Bexley Heath)

Placing quoin bricks in a square angled wall with stopped ends (b/w photo)
8639677 Placing quoin bricks in a square angled wall with stopped ends (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail of bay, the king's arms, Kingston-on-thames (b/w photo)
8639675 Detail of bay, the king's arms, Kingston-on-thames (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Detail of bay, the king's arms)

Imperial chemical house, elevation in smith square, Westminster (b/w photo)
8639666 Imperial chemical house, elevation in smith square, Westminster (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Imperial chemical house)

Twin chimney shafts with ornamental base and caps (b/w photo)
8639662 Twin chimney shafts with ornamental base and caps (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Twin chimney shafts with ornamental base and caps)

A range of four chimney shafts (b/w photo)
8639661 A range of four chimney shafts (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A range of four chimney shafts)

History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier
7209599 History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier, chaplain of the duke of Burgundy, late 14th-early 15th century. 22m x 2m

History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier
7209598 History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier, chaplain of the duke of Burgundy, late 14th-early 15th century. 22m x 2m

Construction of a squint pier (b/w photo)
8639683 Construction of a squint pier (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Construction of a squint pier)

Screen wall with stone dressings, and niche, Carlos Place, London, W (b/w photo)
8639672 Screen wall with stone dressings, and niche, Carlos Place, London, W (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Screen wall with stone dressings)

Pupils' entrance, Mary Datchelor School, Grove Lane, Camberwell (b/w photo)
8639674 Pupils' entrance, Mary Datchelor School, Grove Lane, Camberwell (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pupils' entrance)

Footings of a circular chimney shaft (b/w photo)
8639664 Footings of a circular chimney shaft (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Footings of a circular chimney shaft)

Bricklayer's Tools, II (litho)
8639660 Bricklayer's Tools, II (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bricklayer's Tools, II)

History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier
7209600 History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier, chaplain of the duke of Burgundy, late 14th-early 15th century. 22m x 2m

Brick and tile work, copse house, Surbiton, view of breakfast loggia (b/w photo)
8639667 Brick and tile work, copse house, Surbiton, view of breakfast loggia (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brick and tile work, copse house)

Detail of brickwork, entrance to copse house, Surbiton (b/w photo)
8639670 Detail of brickwork, entrance to copse house, Surbiton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Detail of brickwork, entrance to copse house)

Wandsworth Technical Institute (b/w photo)
8639668 Wandsworth Technical Institute (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wandsworth Technical Institute. G Topham Forest, FRIBA, Architect)

A chimney shaft in course of construction (b/w photo)
8639663 A chimney shaft in course of construction (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A chimney shaft in course of construction)

Trades: Bricklayer (colour litho)
8641499 Trades: Bricklayer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bricklayer. Illustration for one of a set of playing cards used in the game Jack of All)

Bricklayer with two women preparing to whitewash a wall, 1828
3480354 Bricklayer with two women preparing to whitewash a wall, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of bricklayer with two women preparing to whitewash a wall; India)

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History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier
7209597 History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier, chaplain of the duke of Burgundy, late 14th-early 15th century. 22m x 2m

Two White Mice, 1903 (lithograph)
954241 Two White Mice, 1903 (lithograph); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

The stone: from the quarry to the mason, c.1900-1910 (chromo)
1790230 The stone: from the quarry to the mason, c.1900-1910 (chromo); (add.info.: the stone trade in France, from the quarry to the mason, early 20th century); Photo © CCI.

The handling of tools in the construction of a chimney stack with varied projections (b/w photo)
8639680 The handling of tools in the construction of a chimney stack with varied projections (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Brick ingle-nook and fireplace in a country cottage (b/w photo)
8639669 Brick ingle-nook and fireplace in a country cottage (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brick ingle-nook and fireplace in a country cottage)

Cinema facade in polychrome ceramic blocks and tiles (colour photo)
8639656 Cinema facade in polychrome ceramic blocks and tiles (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Temporary Building, Under Construction...Washington, D.C. 1917. Creator: Unknown
Temporary Building, Under Construction...Washington, D.C. 1917. Built in 1917, For The [First World] War, Washington Monument in Background

Turpentine plant near Marianna, Florida, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Turpentine plant near Marianna, Florida

Home of idle American workman, Near Bridgton, New Jersey, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Home of idle American workman. Near Bridgton, New Jersey. [Sign: C. Everham. Bricklayer & Plaster']

Plate 505. Bricklaying, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950353 Plate 505. Bricklaying, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 22.5x34.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

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"Bricklaying: A Timeless Craft Building Foundations for the Future" From Churchill bricklaying to the skilled Bricklayers of 1827, this ancient craft has stood the test of time. In "Self-Help in War Time" by Heath Robinson, we witness the artistry involved in building a bungalow through meticulous bricklaying techniques. Dating back to 1856, images of dedicated Bricklayers and hardworking Workmen remind us of their contribution to construction history. The corner of a brick wall built in Flemish bond pattern showcases their attention to detail and precision. The Barbican construction project captured in JLP01_08_070567 highlights the importance as an integral part of architectural marvels. Even as early as c1930 (1945), it was considered a hobby for some, showcasing its enduring appeal. In a painting on wood from 1440, we see a Stone cutter skillfully crafting bricks for castle construction - a testament to how long this trade has been essential. Plate 505's collotype on paper from 1872-85 further immortalizes this timeless craft. Safety is paramount when working at heights, as depicted in JLP01_01_089_55; yet even with such challenges, these artisans continue their work with unwavering dedication. Whether it be JLP01_08_054620 or JLP01_10_03484 capturing moments of laying bricks meticulously one by one, these images showcase the craftsmanship behind every structure we admire today. Bricklaying remains an art form that combines strength and beauty while shaping our surroundings. From historical landmarks to modern buildings, each structure owes its existence to these unsung heroes who lay each brick with care and expertise.