Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Sights > Greenwich Park

The Old Royal Naval College a065204

The Old Royal Naval College a065204


Choose from the following product ranges for this image

Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Housewares
Image Downloads


We accept all major credit cards

Historic England

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England

The Old Royal Naval College a065204

OLD ROYAL NAVAL COLLEGE, Greenwich, London. View from a hill in Greenwich Park, looking north-west across the park towards the Queens House and the Old Royal Naval College, with four schoolboys running down the hill in the foreground. Photographed by John Gay some time between 1955-1965

Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places

Media ID 968966

© Historic England

Georgian Hill Maritime Naval People Stuart World Heritage Site


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Architecture > Colleges

> Architecture > Country > England

> Architecture > Styles > Georgian Architecture

> Architecture > Styles > Tudor Architecture

> Architecture > Universities

> Arts > Artists > P > those present

> Arts > Photographers > John Gay

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > Greenwich

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Royalty

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Sights > Greenwich Park

> Historic England > Architecture > Tudor and Stuart Architecture

> Historic England > Historic Images > 1960 to the present day

> Historic England > Historic Images > Famed Photographers > John Gay Collection (1945-1990)

> Popular Themes > Universities and Colleges


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, captured by John Gay between 1955 and 1965, offers a captivating glimpse into the past, showcasing the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, London. Nestled in the heart of this historic maritime district, the College, with its grand Palladian architecture and stunning riverside location, stands proudly against the backdrop of a clear, blue sky. Situated on a hill in Greenwich Park, the view looking north-west is a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The iconic Queens House, with its distinctive bulbous dome, can be seen to the left, while the Old Royal Naval College, with its impressive Tudor Revival buildings, dominates the centre of the image. The photograph is brought to life by the addition of four schoolboys, their laughter and energy adding a sense of vitality and joy to the scene. Dressed in their uniforms, they race down the hill, their feet kicking up clouds of dust, their faces filled with delight. This moment of innocent playfulness serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring connection between the past and the present, and the ever-changing nature of life. The Georgian architecture of the Old Royal Naval College, with its intricate details and grandeur, stands in stark contrast to the simple, yet timeless, beauty of the boys' playful antics. This photograph is a testament to the power of history to inspire and captivate, and the enduring allure of Greenwich as a place of maritime and cultural significance.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.




Related Images


Greenwich Park
Greenwich Park
Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London
Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London
Tulip staircase, Queens House a98_06118
Tulip staircase, Queens House a98_06118
Hardy Road Blackheath
Hardy Road Blackheath
Bus Splash
Bus Splash
Westcombe C18
Westcombe C18
Blackheath Woodland Hse
Blackheath Woodland Hse
West Ham United pose for a team group photograph They are Back Row left to right
West Ham United pose for a team group photograph They are Back Row left to right
Pale Blue Dot, Voyager 1
Pale Blue Dot, Voyager 1
Queen Elizabeth II by Pietro Annigoni in the ILN
Queen Elizabeth II by Pietro Annigoni in the ILN
Old Royal Naval College a065183
Old Royal Naval College a065183
Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth
Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed




Related Collections


1960 to the present day
1960 to the present day
Browse 321 Prints
John Gay Collection (1945-1990)
John Gay Collection (1945-1990)
Browse 426 Prints
Tudor and Stuart Architecture
Tudor and Stuart Architecture
Browse 175 Prints
John Gay
John Gay
Browse 506 Prints
Universities and Colleges
Universities and Colleges
Browse 27 Prints
those present
those present
Browse 15,652 Prints
Greenwich
Greenwich
Browse 2,319 Prints
Greenwich Park
Greenwich Park
Browse 244 Prints
Georgian Architecture
Georgian Architecture
Browse 1,925 Prints
Tudor Architecture
Tudor Architecture
Browse 1,332 Prints
Colleges
Colleges
Browse 2,590 Prints
Universities
Universities
Browse 3,378 Prints
England
England
Browse 26,526 Prints
Royalty
Royalty
Browse 37,221 Prints