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Hyde Park Corner, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
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Hyde Park Corner, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Hyde Park Corner, London, c1910. The Hyde Park Screen was designed by Decimus Burton and built between 1822 and 1825. A corner entry to Hyde Park, it replaced an earlier toll gate. Apsley House, popularly known as No. 1, London, is on the right. Postcard
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Album Apsley House Burton Burton Decimus Decimus Decimus Burton Hyde Park Hyde Park Corner London England United Kingdom Neo Classical Neo Classicism Neoclassical Roads Traffic Country House Hand Coloured Hand Tinted Neoclassicism Postal Service
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This print takes us back in time to Hyde Park Corner, London, around 1910. The image showcases the iconic Hyde Park Screen, a magnificent structure designed by the talented architect Decimus Burton and constructed between 1822 and 1825. This corner entryway into Hyde Park replaced an earlier toll gate, becoming a symbol of grandeur and elegance. In this snapshot of history, we can also admire the majestic Apsley House on the right side of the frame. Known as No. 1 London, this country house holds great historical significance and adds to the charm of this scene. The hand-colored postcard captures alluring details such as vibrant colors that bring life to this neoclassical landscape. It beautifully portrays a bustling avenue with its architectural marvels standing tall against the backdrop of early 20th-century London. As we gaze at this image frozen in time, we are transported to an era when transportation was dominated by horse-drawn carriages navigating through busy streets filled with traffic. The photograph serves as a testament to both technological advancements and artistic expression during that period. Thanks to Heritage Images' preservation efforts, we have access to glimpses from our past like these – moments that allow us to appreciate not only the beauty of architecture but also how it shapes our understanding of history itself.
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