Brompton Road Collection

Mary Quant, clothes designer, standing outside her shop Bazaar, and looking into the shop window as a passer by would do. Marys shop is in The Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London

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The original buildings of Harrods Stores, Brompton Road, demolished in 1901; A present-day view of Brompton Road
5990655 The original buildings of Harrods Stores, Brompton Road, demolished in 1901; A present-day view of Brompton Road (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Motor Garage, Harrods (litho)
2811669 Motor Garage, Harrods (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Motor Garage, Harrods. Page from Harrods catalogue, 1903.); © Look and Learn

Harrods, Interesting from End to End (litho)
2811606 Harrods, Interesting from End to End (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrods, Interesting from End to End)

Brompton Road, looking East
LLM458606 Brompton Road, looking East by Barton, Rose Maynard (1856-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brompton Road, looking East)

London After Dark: Brompton Road (engraving)
587204 London After Dark: Brompton Road (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London After Dark: Brompton Road, London)

Harrods Highland Whisky (litho)
2811612 Harrods Highland Whisky (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrods Highland Whisky. Page from Harrods catalogue, 1903.); © Look and Learn

Brompton Road, eastern section, in 1902; The rebuilding of Brompton Road in 1903 (b / w photo)
5990656 Brompton Road, eastern section, in 1902; The rebuilding of Brompton Road in 1903 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brompton Road)

Brompton Road in London (coloured photo)
733981 Brompton Road in London (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brompton Road in London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Museum Buildings, Brompton Road, London (photo)
604192 Museum Buildings, Brompton Road, London (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Museum Buildings, Brompton Road)

Harrod s, London (b / w photo)
3094736 Harrod s, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrod s, London. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Advertisement for Peugeot motor cars (colour litho)
6031027 Advertisement for Peugeot motor cars (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Peugeot motor cars)

Brompton Road, London (photo)
582373 Brompton Road, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brompton Road, London); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

London, Brompton Road (photo)
5987071 London, Brompton Road (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London, Brompton Road. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Lord Strathnairns Statue (b / w photo)
3092249 Lord Strathnairns Statue (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Strathnairns Statue)

Mary Quant, clothes designer, standing near to her fashion shop Bazaar, in The Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1. 14th October 1960

Mary Quant, clothes designer, standing inside her shop Bazaar. Marys shop is in The Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1 Picture taken 14th October 1960

Police in twos keep an eye on Harrods as the last minute shoppers get Christmas presents in. 23rd December 1978

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London. Knightbridge, 1906. Creator: Unknown
London. Knightbridge, 1906. Equestrian statue of Lord Strathnairn in front of Harvey Nichols department store on the Brompton Road, London. The statue was unveiled in 1895

The Hoop and Toy Inn on Brompton Road, Kensington, London, c1820

Brompton Road, Kensington, London, c1810. Artist: William Pickett
Vignette of an inn on the Brompton Road, Kensington, London, c1810

Design for Knightsbridge Market, London, c1840. Artist: JR Jobbins
Design for Knightsbridge Market, at the junction of Brompton Road and Knightsbridge, London, c1840. At the top is an elevation view of the building, with two section views in the bottom corners

Brompton Oratory, South Kensington, London. Popularly known as Brompton Oratory, the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary was consecrated in 1884

Brompton Oratory, London, c1910. The Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, known as Brompton Oratory, is a large neo-classical Roman Catholic Church in Knightsbridge, London

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"Brompton Road: A Historic Journey Through Time" Step into the past and explore the captivating history of Brompton Road. From its humble beginnings in York YO30 6 Map to its present-day allure in Medway ME7 5 Map, this iconic street has witnessed countless tales unfold. Imagine Mary Quant, the renowned clothes designer, standing proudly outside her shop Bazaar on Brompton Road. Her innovative designs revolutionized fashion and left an indelible mark on this vibrant thoroughfare. Long gone are the original buildings of Harrods Stores, demolished in 1901. Yet a black and white photo transports us back to that era, capturing a glimpse of what once stood there. Today's view showcases a modern landscape that has evolved with time but still retains its timeless charm. The litho prints bring alive different aspects of Brompton Road's rich tapestry - from the bustling Motor Garage at Harrods to the intriguing allure of "Harrods Interesting from End to End. " These images offer glimpses into an era when horse-drawn carriages shared space with early automobiles. London After Dark engraving paints a vivid picture of nocturnal life along Brompton Road - where gas lamps illuminated elegant storefronts and lively crowds strolled by. The litho print featuring "Harrods Highland Whisky" reminds us that even then, luxury was synonymous with this illustrious address. A glance at photographs captures both ends of time's spectrum - one showcasing Brompton Road's eastern section in 1902 before it underwent transformation; another revealing the rebuilding efforts undertaken just a year later in 1903. Witnessing these changes highlights how this street continuously adapts while preserving its essence. Today, we see a colored photograph depicting Brompton Road as it stands now - vibrant shops lining either side beckoning visitors from near and far. Museum Buildings add an air of sophistication as they proudly grace this iconic street, reminding us of the cultural significance it holds.