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Durban, Town Hall (b / w photo)
3092498 Durban, Town Hall (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Durban, Town Hall. Illustration for Picturesque South Africa (Dennis Edwards, c 1895).); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
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1881 1885 Clock Commenced Concert Hall Conspicuous Corinthian Cost Durban Feet Finished Grand Handsome High Order Organ Postal Public Offices South African Square Telegraph Town Hall Upstairs West Street Yards 4000 50000 Strikingly
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This print showcases the grandeur of Durban's Town Hall in South Africa during the late 19th century. The English photographer skillfully captures the strikingly handsome building, which stands tall with its Corinthian tower and clock. Completed in 1885 at a cost of 164,000 yards, this architectural marvel became a prominent landmark in Durban. The town hall served multiple purposes as it housed public offices, a concert hall, and even an organ upstairs. Its impressive design and meticulous attention to detail made it a focal point for both locals and visitors alike. The photograph highlights the orderliness of its construction, emphasizing the precision that went into creating such an iconic structure. With its commanding presence on West Street, Durban's Town Hall was not only visually appealing but also highly functional. It accommodated various administrative functions including postal services and telegraph facilities. This particular print is part of a private collection and was featured as an illustration in "Picturesque South Africa" by Dennis Edwards around 1895. Preserved through time, this image offers us a glimpse into the past when photography was still emerging as an art form. Bridgeman Images has preserved this historic moment captured by an unknown English photographer from over a century ago. As we admire this remarkable piece of history today, we are reminded of Durban's rich heritage and architectural prowess that continues to inspire generations to come.
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