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Opening of the New Townhall at Birkenhead, the Mayor speaking from the Balcony outside (engraving)
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Opening of the New Townhall at Birkenhead, the Mayor speaking from the Balcony outside (engraving)
1594722 Opening of the New Townhall at Birkenhead, the Mayor speaking from the Balcony outside (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the New Townhall at Birkenhead, the Mayor speaking from the Balcony outside. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 February 1887.
F Watkins); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23393880
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Balconies Balcony Birkenhead Mayor Merseyside Municipal Buildings Opening Speaking Town Clerk Townhall
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This engraving captures a historic moment in Birkenhead's history - the grand opening of the New Townhall. The image showcases the Mayor, standing on a magnificent balcony outside the townhall, addressing an eager crowd below. His authoritative presence is evident as he delivers his speech with confidence and grace. The architectural beauty of the townhall is also showcased in this print. Its imposing structure dominates the scene, with its intricate details and majestic design drawing admiration from all who lay eyes upon it. The balconies add an elegant touch to the building, providing a perfect vantage point for important figures such as the Mayor to address their constituents. Accompanying the Mayor on this momentous occasion is likely to be other notable individuals such as the town clerk or council members, whose presence further emphasizes the significance of this event. Their attentive expressions suggest that they are fully engaged in what is being said by their esteemed leader. This engraving serves not only as a visual record of an important historical event but also as a testament to Birkenhead's civic pride and progress during that era. It offers viewers a glimpse into a time when municipal buildings were celebrated for their grandeur and served as symbols of power and authority within communities. Overall, this print provides us with both artistic beauty and historical insight into one memorable day at Birkenhead's New Townhall.
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