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Poster Print : Holywell Street, London, which was famed for its bookshops, was due for demolition shortly after this photograph was taken, to make way for London County Council improvements. Date: 1901
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Holywell Street, London, which was famed for its bookshops, was due for demolition shortly after this photograph was taken, to make way for London County Council improvements. Date: 1901
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Media ID 32219870
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Demolition Demolitions Famed Vanishing 1901 Bookshops
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print of Holywell Street, London (1901). Known as the heart of the city's book trade, this iconic street was a haven for bibliophiles. Sadly, its charm was short-lived as demolition loomed due to London County Council improvements. Relive the history and nostalgia with this beautifully preserved image, brought to you by Media Storehouse in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the essence of Holywell Street, London in 1901, a bustling hub known for its iconic bookshops. The street was steeped in literary history and was a beloved destination for book lovers from near and far. However, this picturesque scene was short-lived as demolition loomed on the horizon to make way for London County Council improvements.
The buildings lining Holywell Street were soon to vanish, making room for progress but also erasing a piece of cultural heritage. The impending demolition cast a shadow over the once vibrant street, leaving behind memories of days gone by.
As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the fleeting nature of urban landscapes and the inevitable march of modernization. The quaint charm captured in this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly things can change in a rapidly evolving city like London.
Holywell Street may have disappeared from the physical landscape, but its legacy lives on through images like these that preserve its memory for future generations to appreciate. Let us reflect on the rich history that once thrived within these now-vanishing walls and honor the spirit of community and culture that defined this historic street.
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