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The Crescent BB87_04504
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The Crescent BB87_04504
The Crescent, Crescent Road, Anglesey, Gosport, Hampshire. A view from the west of The Crescent, with people and horse-drawn vehicles in the foreground. Photograph of around 1870 from the Gerald Cobb Collection
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1870s Carriage Crescent Georgian Horse Horse Drawn Transport People Street Scene Terrace Terraced House Georgian Architecture
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This print from the Historic England Archive takes us back in time to the enchanting Crescent Road in Anglesey, Gosport, Hampshire. Dating back to around 1870, this image showcases the grandeur of Georgian architecture and offers a glimpse into daily life during that era. The photograph captures The Crescent from a western perspective, with its elegant terraced houses lining the street. In the foreground, we see bustling activity as people go about their day accompanied by horse-drawn vehicles. The presence of these majestic horses and carriages adds an air of sophistication and nostalgia to this charming street scene. The attention to detail in this image is remarkable; every element tells a story. From the meticulously designed terrace houses with their distinctive Georgian features to the well-dressed individuals strolling along the sidewalk, it's like stepping into a different world altogether. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but marvel at how much has changed since then. Yet despite all those years that have passed, there's an enduring beauty and elegance captured within these walls that still resonates today. Thanks to Historic England's preservation efforts and their vast archive collection like this one from Gerald Cobb Collection, we are able to appreciate our rich architectural heritage while gaining insight into our ancestors' lives. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and invites us on a journey through time where past meets present.
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