St Olaves Church Collection

Fire at Toppings Wharf and St Olaves Church (engraving)
5230755 Fire at Toppings Wharf and St Olaves Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire at Toppings Wharf and St Olaves Church)

London 1616, London 1890 (engraving)
1038629 London 1616, London 1890 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London 1616, London 1890)

Southwark and London Bridge as they appeared about 1546 (engraving)
967804 Southwark and London Bridge as they appeared about 1546 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Southwark and London Bridge as they appeared about 1546)

St Olives Church, Hart Street and Church of St Peter le Poor, Broad Street, London (engraving)
983871 St Olives Church, Hart Street and Church of St Peter le Poor, Broad Street, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Olaves Church)

Two views of London: 1616 and 1890 (engraving)
602580 Two views of London: 1616 and 1890 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two views of London)

St Olaves Church, in 1820 (engraving)
3637061 St Olaves Church, in 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Olaves Church, in 1820)

The West Prospect of the Parish Church of St Olave in the Old Jewry, London (engraving)
984051 The West Prospect of the Parish Church of St Olave in the Old Jewry, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

South end of Old London Bridge, with Shot Tower and St Olaves Church, in 1820 (engraving)
3637028 South end of Old London Bridge, with Shot Tower and St Olaves Church, in 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South end of Old London Bridge)

The Great Fire near London Bridge (engraving)
1100715 The Great Fire near London Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire near London Bridge)

Interior of St Olaves Church, Southwark (engraving)
1100762 Interior of St Olaves Church, Southwark (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St Olaves Church, Southwark)

The Excise Office, London and the Parish Church of St Olave, Southwark (engraving)
983876 The Excise Office, London and the Parish Church of St Olave, Southwark (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Excise Office)

Ruins of the fire, 1843. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of the fire, 1843. Aftermath of a fire on Tooley Street, near London Bridge, which destroyed St Olaves Church. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

The Telegraph, and Church of St Olafs before the fire, 1843. Creator: Unknown
The Telegraph, and Church of St Olafs before the fire, 1843. The Telegraph Tower, a former shot tower, was used as a telegraph station for the communication of intelligence from the Downs

Ruins of St Olafs Church, 1843. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of St Olafs Church, 1843. A fire on Tooley Street destroyed St Olaves Church. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

The Coopers Arms from the Churchyard of St. Olaves, Silver Street, c1935. Creator: Unknown
The Coopers Arms from the Churchyard of St. Olave s, Silver Street, c1935. The church of St Olave, in the Aldersgate ward of the City of London

St. Olaves Church, in 1820, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
St. Olaves Church, in 1820, (c1878). The original St Olaves Church was dedicated to Olav Haraldsson (c 995-1030), an early King of Norway, and stood on Tooley Street near London Bridge in Southwark

South End of Old London Bridge, with Shot Tower and St. Olaves Church, in 1820, (c1878). View of the south bank of the River Thames in London showing the shot tower (later burned down)

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"St Olaves Church: A Testament to London's History and Resilience" Step back in time and witness the captivating journey of St Olaves Church, a remarkable symbol of London's rich heritage. From its early days to the devastating Great Fire, this iconic church has stood as a testament to the city's resilience. In 1616, Toppings Wharf and they were immortalized in an enchanting engraving, showcasing their significance amidst bustling London. Fast forward to 1890, another exquisite engraving captures the church's timeless beauty alongside Southwark and London Bridge. Travel even further back in history with an intriguing glimpse into 1546 through yet another mesmerizing engraving featuring St Olives Church on Hart Street and the Church of St Peter le Poor on Broad Street. These images transport us to a bygone era where architectural marvels dotted every corner. Two contrasting views of London from 1616 and 1890 reveal how St Olaves Church remained steadfast amidst changing times. Its enduring presence is further highlighted in an enchanting depiction from 1820 that showcases its grandeur against Old Jewry. The south end of Old London Bridge comes alive with vibrant imagery from 1820, where Shot Tower stands tall beside our beloved church. However, tragedy struck when the Great Fire ravaged these historic grounds near London Bridge – captured hauntingly in an evocative engraving. Take a step inside this hallowed place through an intricate engraving depicting the interior in Southwark. The solemnity within these walls echoes centuries-old prayers whispered by countless souls seeking solace. Marvel at the juxtaposition between The Excise Office and the Parish Church of St Olave engraved side by side – two distinct structures coexisting harmoniously within this ever-evolving cityscape. Lastly, we bear witness to ruins left behind after fire engulfed parts of our cherished church in 1843.