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Framed Print : Whitehall Place CC97_00925
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Whitehall Place CC97_00925
WHITEHALL PLACE, City of Westminster, London. Horse-drawn hansom cabs are waiting for fares outside the recently built National Liberal Club in the Victorian equivalent of a taxi rank. The small hut to the foreground is a cabmans shelter, which offered some refuge from the elements. York & Son image taken some time between 1887 and 1900
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Media ID 561652
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Whitehall Place CC97_00925" framed print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home or office decor. This stunning photograph, captured by York & Sons Ltd for Historic England, transports you back in time to the Victorian era in London. Witness the bustling Whitehall Place in the City of Westminster, where horse-drawn hansom cabs are lined up, ready to whisk away passengers in the role of the era's taxi rank. Bring the rich history and charm of London into your space with this beautiful framed print. Order yours today and cherish the timeless allure of this iconic image.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Whitehall Place, City of Westminster, London: A Snapshot of Urban Victorian Life This photograph, taken by York & Sons Ltd between 1887 and 1900, offers a glimpse into the bustling urban landscape of Victorian London. The scene unfolds at Whitehall Place, a bustling thoroughfare in the heart of the city, where horse-drawn hansom cabs line the streets, ready to whisk passengers away to their destinations. The recently built National Liberal Club, a prominent structure in the background, stands as a testament to the architectural grandeur of the era. Its imposing facade, adorned with intricate details and ornate decorations, reflects the optimism and prosperity of the Victorian age. But the true focus of this image lies at the foreground, where a horse-drawn cab rank comes to life. A cabman's shelter, a small hut offering some respite from the elements, stands at the center of the action. Here, cabbies wait patiently for their next fare, their horses tethered nearby, their cab doors open and inviting. The horses, strong and sturdy, seem unfazed by the hustle and bustle around them. Their calm demeanor adds a sense of tranquility to the otherwise chaotic scene. The cobblestone streets, lined with gas lamps and the occasional tree, contribute to the overall charm of this Victorian tableau. This photograph, with its intricate details and rich history, invites us to step back in time and explore the intricacies of urban life during the Victorian era. It is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the people who navigated the streets of London, relying on horse-drawn cabs as their primary mode of transportation. A snapshot of history, frozen in time, that continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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