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St. Peters Hospital, Bristol, c1870
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St. Peters Hospital, Bristol, c1870
St. Peters Hospital, Bristol, c1870. St Peters Hospital, Bristol was behind St Peters church until it was destroyed in the Bristol Blitz in 1940. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
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This print takes us back to the enchanting St. Peters Hospital in Bristol, England, circa 1870. Nestled behind the iconic St. Peters church, this architectural gem stood as a testament to Victorian grandeur until tragedy struck during the devastating Bristol Blitz of 1940. The image, sourced from "Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II" published by Cassell, Petter & Galpin in London around the same period, showcases a timber-framed exterior that exudes historical charm. A lone figure can be seen in the foreground; a grave digger diligently going about his solemn task amidst moonlit surroundings. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene captured by The Print Collector/Heritage Images, our minds wander through time and space. We contemplate not only the hospital's significance within its community but also its connection to literature and science – concepts that were undoubtedly intertwined with life within these walls. In an era where astronomy and exploration of the solar system fascinated many minds, it is intriguing to imagine how this lunar landscape might have inspired those who walked these grounds over a century ago. Though now lost to history's pages due to war's cruel hand, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both human resilience and architectural beauty frozen in time.
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