W H Davenport Collection

Quadrangle of Eton College, 1880. Famous public school founded in 1440 by King Henry VI. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams

Windsor Castle, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Long Walk, Windsor Park, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Eton College, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Round Tower, Windsor, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

St Georges Chapel, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Ruins in Windsor Park, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Windsor at Sunrise, from the Brocas, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windsor at Sunrise, from the Brocas, 1880. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Old Windsor Lock, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Old Windsor Lock, 1880. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Prince Consorts Mausoleum, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Prince Consorts Mausoleum, 1880. Frogmore Mausoleum, near Windsor Castle in Berkshire, was built by Queen Victoria to contain the remains of her husband, Prince Albert

Lake at Virginia Water, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Cascade at Virginia Water, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Hampton Court Palace, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Richmond Bridge, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

View from Richmond Hill, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Windsor, from Clewer, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windsor, from Clewer, 1880. View of Windsor Castle, one of the Queens royal residences. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams

Putney Bridge and Church by Moonlight, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Putney Bridge and Church by Moonlight, 1880. View of the village of Putney, (now a suburb of London) on the River Thames. An illustration from Windsor Castle

Windmill on Wimbledon Common, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windmill on Wimbledon Common, 1880. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Chiswick, London, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Chiswick, London, 1880. View of the River Thames at Chiswick. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Windsor, from the East Approach, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Windsor, from the East Approach, 1880. View of the River Thames with the royal residence in the distance. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams

Albert Memorial Chapel, Windsor, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Albert Memorial Chapel, Windsor, 1880. Prince Alberts tomb. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

The Waterloo Chamber, Windsor Castle, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
The Waterloo Chamber, Windsor Castle, 1880. The room was built to celebrate the Battle of Waterloo, and to provide a fit setting for the portraits of all the principal personages involved in

The Throne Room, Windsor, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
The Throne Room, Windsor, 1880. Interior of the royal residence. An illustration from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Prince Consorts Tomb, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Prince Consorts Tomb, 1880. The Royal Mausoleum at Frogmore near Windsor Castle in Berkshire, was built by Queen Victoria to contain the remains of her husband, Prince Albert

Entrance to Hampton Court Palace, 1880. Artist: Robert Taylor Pritchett
Entrance to Hampton Court Palace, 1880. The palace, once the home of King Henry VIII, is a famous tourist attraction now in Greater London

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"W H Davenport: Capturing the Essence of Windsor and Eton in 1880" Step back in time to the enchanting year of 1880, as we delve into the captivating world of W H Davenport. This talented artist skillfully immortalized some of England's most iconic landmarks, transporting us to a bygone era. In his masterpiece "Quadrangle of Eton College, " Davenport expertly captures the timeless beauty and scholarly atmosphere that has permeated these hallowed grounds for centuries. The intricate architectural details are brought to life with every stroke, revealing a glimpse into the lives of young scholars who once roamed these corridors. Moving on to "Windsor Castle, " we find ourselves standing before its majestic walls, feeling dwarfed by its grandeur. Davenport's meticulous attention to detail allows us to appreciate every stone and turret, while also capturing the castle's rich history that dates back over nine hundred years. Davenport then turns his artistic eye towards "St George's Chapel. " Through his brushstrokes, he transports us inside this sacred space where royal weddings have taken place throughout generations. The play of light filtering through stained glass windows illuminates each corner, evoking a sense of serenity and reverence. Venturing further into Windsor Park, we stumble upon "Ruins in Windsor Park. " Here lies remnants from times long past; nature intertwines with ancient architecture creating an ethereal scene that ignites our imagination. We can almost hear whispers from those who once inhabited these ruins. As dawn breaks over Windsor at Sunrise from Brocas', we witness Robert Taylor Pritchett's interpretation through Davenport's eyes. The vibrant colors dance across the canvas as sunlight bathes everything it touches - casting a golden glow upon this picturesque town nestled along River Thames. Continuing our journey through time and space, we encounter "Old Windsor Lock" - an idyllic scene frozen in time.