Yajuj Collection

St. Dunstans Clock, 1897. Creator: Unknown
St. Dunstans Clock, 1897. The clock was installed at the church of St Dunstan-in-the-West in Fleet Street, London, in 1671

All a-Gog at Guildhall or the civic giants displaying their solid attachments, 1830. One of the City giants (Gog?) and Sir John Key, Lord Mayor of London

Gog and Magog with a barrel, 1840. Artist: Ebenezer Landells
Gog and Magog with a barrel, 1840. The mythical giants, statues of whom are inside the Guildhall in the City of London

Interior of the Guildhall, City of London, 1838. Artist
Interior of the Guildhall, City of London, 1838. Merchants assembled in the Guildhall after the destruction of the second Royal Exchange in 1838. Also showing the statues of the giants Gog and Magog

View of the Guildhall with the giants Gog and Magog on either side, City of London, 1788

The Great City Police, 1840. Two City policemen converse at a table

Brougham and the Civic Giants, 1848. Lord Brougham and Vaux, with fists doubled, threatens Gog and Magog, who express alarm. The subject refers to a verbal attack by Lord Brougham and Vaux on the city

Gog and Magog, Guildhall, London, 1809. Artist: George Shepherd
Gog and Magog, Guildhall, London, 1809. Balcony with statues of the two giants Gog and Magog on either side of an ornate clock

The Guildhall, London, 1838. Artist: C Matthews
The Guildhall, London, 1838. Merchants in top hats assembled in the Guildhall, after the Royal Exchange was destroyed by fire in 1838

Queen Victorias visit to the City of London, 1837. Artist: Nathaniel Whittock
View of Queen Victorias visit to the City of London, 9 November 1837, showing the Queen leaving Buckingham Palace; the Lord Mayor receiving the Queen at Temple Bar; the banquet in the Guildhall

An illustrated songsheet, 1831. Two images with the songs Gog and Magog rewarded and King William and the citizens of London beneath

Gog extricating Xit from the bear in the Lions Tower, 1840. Artist: George Cruikshank
Gog extricating Xit from the bear in the Lions Tower, 1840. A print from The Tower of London a Historical Romance, by William Harrison Ainsworth. (London, 1840)

Statues of Gog (Gogmagog) and Magog (Corineus), 1886. Statues of the mythical giants are housed within the Guildhall in the City of London

The Inside of Guild Hall near Cheapside, London, c18th century (1886). Artist: William Griggs
The Inside of Guild Hall near Cheapside, London, c18th century (1886). The statues of the giants Gog and Magog can be seen on the left

Gog and Magog, Guildhall, London, c1902. Set up after the Great Fire of London. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume III (c1902)

The Voice of the Turtle, 1874. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Voice of the Turtle, 1874. Gog and Magog represent the City of London in this cartoon which relates to the proposal to enlarge the Corporation

The City Police, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
The City Police, 1863. Magog comments: I Say, Brother Gog, They Seem to Think We Ain t No Sort O Use. Here, following the recently highlighted failings of the Citys police force

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Yajuj: A Journey through London's Guildhall" Step back in time to witness the enigmatic presence of Yajuj, a captivating figure shrouded in history and folklore. As we delve into the depths of St. Dunstans Clock, 1897, created by an unknown mastermind, we are transported to a realm where time seems to stand still. Intriguingly, it is within the walls of Guildhall that Yajuj truly comes alive. The civic giants proudly display their solid attachments in "All a-Gog at Guildhall, " 1830 - a sight that leaves onlookers awestruck. Ebenezer Landells' masterpiece "Gog and Magog with a barrel, " 1840, adds an element of mystery as these mythical beings guard their secrets. Venturing further into this historical treasure trove reveals the majestic interior of Guildhall itself. In C Matthews' depiction from 1838, one can almost hear echoes of past events reverberating through its halls. Gazing upon George Shepherd's artwork from 1809 transports us even deeper into this captivating narrative. The allure intensifies as we witness pivotal moments unfold before our eyes. From Queen Victoria's visit in 1837 captured by Nathaniel Whittock to Brougham and the Civic Giants' encounter in 1848 – each event adds another layer to Yajuj's mystique. Yet amidst grandeur lies humor; "Civic anointing - or - the catastrophe of Lord Mayors Day, "1827 provides comic relief amid solemnity as mishaps befall those partaking in ancient traditions. As if stepping onto a stage set for an epic tale, London's Guildhall becomes our backdrop for exploration. Its rich tapestry intertwines artistry with history while offering glimpses into songsheets and illustrations from times gone by – a testament to Yajuj's enduring presence.