Oriel Collection

Oriel College, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Sparrowes House, or The Ancient House, Ipswich, Suffolk, is an architectural gem, built in 1567 by George Copping. It has four oriel windows and even the gabled windows have cupids Date: circa 1901

Oxford / Oriel College
Oxford: Oriel College

Oriel College 1675
A bird s-eye view of the college showing the chapel, dining hall, library and the Deans lodgings. One of 39 engravings made of Oxford Colleges by Loggan

Goldenes Dachl, Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria

OXFORD: ORIEL COLLEGE. View of Oriel College on the campus of Oxford University, Oxford, England. Wood engraving, English, c1885

Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg, Erker or Oriel Window on a building in the city, a common architectural feature in this area

Typical oriel window in the old town, Vipiteno - Sterzing, South Tyrol, Italy

Music band performing on the balcony of the Goldenes Dachl landmark structure, Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria

Oriel College, Oxford, Oxfordshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Kenilworth Castle, Oriel Window and Banqueting Hall
Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire, Oriel Window and Banqueting Hall Date: circa 1910

Kenilworth Castle, oriel window by W.W. Quatremain

The New Building of the College of Preceptors, Bloomsbury Square opened by the Prince of Wales last Wednesday
1050430 The New Building of the College of Preceptors, Bloomsbury Square opened by the Prince of Wales last Wednesday (engraving) by Railton

Oars, flags and arms, Oxford University (colour litho)
3104465 Oars, flags and arms, Oxford University (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oars, flags and arms, Oxford University)

The University Boat-Race, the Oxford Crew (b / w photo)
1599462 The University Boat-Race, the Oxford Crew (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The University Boat-Race, the Oxford Crew)

Oriel College, Oxford. 1902

Oxford (engraving)
1104477 Oxford (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

The University Boat-Race of 1901 (b / w photo)
1593483 The University Boat-Race of 1901 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The University Boat-Race of 1901)

Greek Hall, now demolished (engraving)
3631553 Greek Hall, now demolished (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greek Hall, now demolished)

Oriel in the Hall (engraving)
6026500 Oriel in the Hall (engraving) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oriel in the Hall)

Athelhampton Hall (engraving)
1616585 Athelhampton Hall (engraving) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athelhampton Hall)

Innsbruck, Austria - the Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof)
The Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof) is a structure in the Old Town of Innsbruck, Austria. The balcony roof is decorated with 2738 fire-gilded copper tiles

Matita advertisement, London Aeroplane Club
Advertisement for Matita, a fashion label specialising in smart, womens tailoring and what was called sportswear in those days

The Balcony. Engraving by Barcelo, La Ilustracion, 1882. Colored

Edward Copleston
EDWARD COPLESTON Churchman : bishop of Llandaff, Wales, and Provost of Oriel College, Oxford. Date: 1776 - 1849

General Shermans headquarters, Savannah, Georgia, USA
Green-Meldrim House, West Macon Street, General Shermans headquarters in his March to the Sea during the American Civil War, in Savannah, Georgia, USA. Date: circa 1906

Oriel Ross by Madame Yevonde
Oriel Ross (Muriel Swinstead, 1907-1994), actress, by Madame Yevonde. In 1928 she appeared in the role of Nature in Diaghilevs Ballet Ode at His Majestys Theatre

Street scene with Nags Head Hotel
Street scene in an unidentified location, with the tudor-style Nags Head Hotel, an old coaching inn

A picturesque house with a thatched roof and an unusual shape

NEW ORLEANS: STOREFRONT. Exterior view of a hardware store at 906 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. Photographed by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1938

NEW ORLEANS: STOREFRONTS. A view of the Royal Furniture Shop (left) and the G. Napolitano Grocery on the corner of Royal and Dumaine Streets in New Orleans, Louisiana

NEW ORLEANS: HOUSE. A view of the Bienvenu-Thomas House at 712 Royal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. Photographed by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1938

The High Street, Oxford, engraved by G. Hollis, 1835 (engraving)
XND76086 The High Street, Oxford, engraved by G. Hollis, 1835 (engraving) by Prout, John Skinner (1806-76) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Alexander Barclay presenting his book to his patron Thomas Cornish, frontispiece
XJF483406 Alexander Barclay presenting his book to his patron Thomas Cornish, frontispiece to the English translation of The Ship of Fools, edition published in 1874 (engraving) by English School

Entrance porch with bay window and atlases, renaissance, 1886-87, Altstadter Kirchenplatz, Erlangen, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

OXFORD: COAT OF ARMS. Coat of arms of Oriel College, Oxford University, Oxford, England. Wood engraving, English, c1885

Oriel College, Oxford
part of Oriel College, Oxford Date: 1953

Oriel Window
An oriel window on a building in Eastgate Street, Chester, Cheshire, England. Date: 1960s

Georgian Windows
Oriel and bay windows on a Georgian town house, 102 Cheyne Walk, Chelsea, London. Date: circa 1800

Country house exterior, Crickhowell, Powys, Mid Wales
Exterior view of a large country house in Crickhowell, Powys, Mid Wales

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"Exploring the Charm of Oriel: From Sparrowes House to Goldenes Dachl" Step into history and marvel at the architectural wonders of Oriel. In Ipswich, Suffolk, stands the Sparrowes House, also known as The Ancient House. Its intricate oriel windows transport you back in time, whispering tales of bygone eras. Across the English countryside lies Oxfordshire's pride - Oriel College. A beacon of knowledge since 1675, it proudly showcases its grandeur with stunning oriel windows that adorn its walls. As you stroll through Oxford's enchanting campus, let your eyes be captivated by this timeless beauty. But Oriel doesn't limit itself to England alone; it extends its allure across Europe. Venture to Innsbruck, Tyrol in Austria and discover the mesmerizing Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof). Here, a music band performs on a balcony overlooking an adoring crowd below – a harmonious symphony blending history and culture. Travel further south to Vipiteno-Sterzing in South Tyrol, Italy. Admire a typical oriel window nestled amidst the old town's charm - an architectural gem that adds character to this picturesque setting. Not forgetting Germany’s Bavaria region where Wurzburg boasts buildings adorned with charming erker or oriel windows. These distinctive features are scattered throughout the cityscape like jewels embedded in stone facades. Whether it is witnessing Kenilworth Castle's majestic Banqueting Hall framed by an elegant oriel window or exploring quaint streets lined with these captivating structures – each destination offers a unique glimpse into the world of oriels. So next time you find yourself wandering through historic towns and cities across Europe and beyond, keep your eyes peeled for these remarkable creations that have stood steadfast through centuries. Let their beauty inspire awe within you as they continue to tell stories etched deep within their ornate frames.