Home of the Sphere on Coronation night, 1953

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Home of the Sphere on Coronation night, 1953

The lower part of Ingram House, in the Strand, just opposite the bombed-out shell of St. Clement Danes Church, as it is illuminated after nightfall.
1953

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1953 Coronation Illuminated Ingram Sphere Strand Night Fall

EDITORS COMMENTS
A Beacon of Hope and Renewal: Home of the Sphere on Coronation Night, 1953 In this evocative photograph, the lower part of Ingram House, situated on the Strand in London, is illuminated after nightfall on the coronation night of 1953. The scene is set against the backdrop of the bombed-out shell of St. Clement Danes Church, a poignant reminder of the destruction wrought during the Second World War. The Home of the Sphere, as Ingram House was popularly known, was a significant building in its own right. Designed by the renowned architect Sir Edwin Lutyens, it was a symbol of the city's resilience and determination to rebuild after the war. The building's most distinctive feature was the large bronze sphere that adorned its roof, which was intended to represent the globe and the British Empire's global reach. As the sun set on this historic occasion, the lower part of Ingram House was bathed in a warm, golden glow. The illumination of the building served as a beacon of hope and renewal, signaling the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter in the history of post-war London. The contrast between the brightly lit Ingram House and the dark, somber ruins of St. Clement Danes Church underscored the complexities of the city's recovery and the enduring spirit of its people. This photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd and captured by the talented Mary Evans, is a poignant and powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the British people during a time of great change and uncertainty. It stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of London and the enduring power of hope and renewal.

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