Sundials Collection

Gardens of Castle Howard stately home near York, North Yorkshire, England
Sundial in the gardens of Castle Howard stately home near York, North Yorkshire, England

Picture No. 12479225
Sundial in the gardens of Castle Howard stately Date:

Brittany, France, Auray. Brittany architectural details, sundial Auray village

Gilt-brass cased clock-watch with alarm, sundials and lunar volvelle in the form of a
1217557 Gilt-brass cased clock-watch with alarm, sundials and lunar volvelle in the form of a book, c. 1580 (gilt-brass) by Kock, Hans (d)

Diagram explaining Horology or Dyalling, from The Gentlemans Recreation
483372 Diagram explaining Horology or Dyalling, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Beata Beatrix, 1871-72 (oil on canvas)
2970110 Beata Beatrix, 1871-72 (oil on canvas) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 87.5x69.3 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Gravestone from Wordsworths We Are Seven, St Mary and All Saints, Conwy (colour photo)
3094972 Gravestone from Wordsworths We Are Seven, St Mary and All Saints, Conwy (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A reconstruction of The Tower of Winds in the Roman agora in Athens
XJF447312 A reconstruction of The Tower of Winds in the Roman agora in Athens, engraved in 1762 (engraving) by Basire, James (1730-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: marble clocktower)

Tempus Fugit (engraving)
1054056 Tempus Fugit (engraving) by Davidson, Thomas (fl.1863-1908) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tempus Fugit)

Illustrations of Temple (engraving)
587577 Illustrations of Temple (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from the Illustrated London News (published on 9 November 1861)

Some typical sundials (litho)
6013466 Some typical sundials (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some typical sundials)

SUNDIALS / TECHNICAL
Various technical drawings of sundials showing how they work

Portrait of Jerome Lalande (1732-1807), c. 1800. Creator: Westermayr, Conrad (1765-1834)
Portrait of Jerome Lalande (1732-1807), c. 1800. Private Collection

University College Cork (Ucc), Cork City, Ireland, Sundial On A College Campus

The Geographer. Artist: Vermeer, Jan (Johannes) (1632-1675)
The Geographer. Found in the collection of Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

Portrait of Jerome Lalande (1732-1807). Artist: Fragonard, Jean Honore (1732-1806)
Portrait of Jerome Lalande (1732-1807). Found in the collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

The Geographer, 1668-1669. Artist: Vermeer, Jan (Johannes) (1632-1675)
The Geographer, 1668-1669. Found in the collection of the Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

Elias Allen, 1588 - 1653. English maker of scientific instruments. After a 17th century engraving

Old Sundial, The Castle, Cape Town, South Africa. Date: circa 1925

East Hagbourne Cross
Half-timbered houses and the old stone village cross, which has at the top of the shaft three sundials, East Hagbourne, Berkshire, England. Date: 1950s

Picture No. 11073671
Buscot House and Park Gardens Oxfordshire, UK

Clear Sundial Shell (Architectonica perspectiva) adult, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, October

Methods of surveying (right) and time keeping (left). On the left are various different kinds of sundials and a clock with a single arm

Sundial on medieval cross in Cotswold village of Stanton, Britain, UK
MAB-91 Sundial on medieval cross in Cotswold village of Stanton UK Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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Sundials: Timekeepers of the Past and Present Step into the enchanting Gardens of Castle Howard, a stately home nestled near York in North Yorkshire, England. As you explore this picturesque landscape, your eyes are drawn to Picture No. 12479225 - a magnificent sundial standing tall amidst blooming flowers and lush greenery. Its intricate design captures the essence of timekeeping through centuries. Travel across continents to Brittany, France, where Auray village proudly displays its architectural prowess with an exquisite sundial adorning its streets. Made from local stone, this sundial is not just a functional timepiece but also an artistic masterpiece that adds charm to the town's ambiance. Delve deeper into history as you discover a gilt-brass cased clock-watch with alarm adorned with sundials and lunar volvelle in the form of a stunning artifact. This remarkable piece showcases both craftsmanship and scientific precision, reflecting humanity's fascination with measuring time accurately. Take a glimpse into horology or dyalling through an intriguing diagram from "The Gentlemans Recreation. " This illustration offers insight into how early enthusiasts understood and studied sundials as they sought to unravel the mysteries of celestial movements. Art lovers will appreciate Dante Gabriel Rossetti's iconic painting "Beata Beatrix, " which features a subtle yet significant presence of a sundial symbolizing mortality and fleeting moments within its mesmerizing composition. Wander through St Mary and All Saints in Conwy, Wales, where Wordsworth's famous gravestone from "We Are Seven" stands adorned with delicate engravings depicting sun-drenched dials marking each passing hour – reminding us that even in death, time remains eternal. Journey back to ancient Athens as you encounter The Tower of Winds reconstructed within the Roman agora. This ingenious structure served not only as an early weather vane but also housed eight sundials representing different times throughout the day – showcasing mankind's ingenuity in harnessing the power of the sun.