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Hudson Bay Company
The headquarters of the Hudson Bay Company, Beaver House, Queen Victoria Street, London, where the company archive records were kept, before going to Canada in 1974. Date: 1950s
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1974 Archive Beaver Head Quarters Hudson Portico Records
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, the historic Beaver House on Queen Victoria Street in London stands proudly, serving as the headquarters of the renowned Hudson's Bay Company during the 1950s. This classical building, with its grand portico and intricate neoclassical details, was a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the oldest and most influential trading companies in North America. The Hudson's Bay Company, founded in 1670, played a significant role in the exploration and development of Canada. Over the centuries, it expanded its trade from furs to general merchandise, becoming a cornerstone of Canadian commerce. The Beaver House, named after the company's emblem, served as the hub of its operations in Europe. The building's archives, housed within these walls, contained invaluable records of the company's rich history. These records, which predate the company's move to Canada in 1974, offer a fascinating glimpse into the company's past. They tell stories of trade with indigenous peoples, exploration expeditions, and the establishment of trading posts across the vast expanse of North America. The Beaver House, with its elegant façade and storied past, stands as a reminder of the Hudson's Bay Company's profound impact on the history of Canada and transatlantic trade. This photograph, taken in the 1950s, captures a moment in time when the company's European headquarters continued to play a vital role in the organization's legacy.
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