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Fine Art Print : Birkenhead Town Hall 1888 BL08733
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Birkenhead Town Hall 1888 BL08733
BIRKENHEAD TOWN HALL, Hamilton Square, Birkenhead, Merseyside. Exterior of Birkenhead Town Hall showing the portico. A policeman and by-stander look to camera. Photographed by Harry Bedford Lemere, 9th June 1888
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 3666748
© Historic England
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of Birkenhead Town Hall with our stunning Fine Art Print of "Birkenhead Town Hall, Hamilton Square, Birkenhead, Merseyside. Exterior of Birkenhead Town Hall showing the portico" by Bedford Lemere. This exquisite photograph, taken in 1888 and preserved by Historic England, captures the grandeur of the town hall's portico, with a policeman and bystander adding a sense of life and activity. Bring the elegance and history of Birkenhead into your home with this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.8cm x 42cm (21.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print transports us back to the grandeur of Victorian England, specifically to the iconic Birkenhead Town Hall in Merseyside. Captured by the talented photographer Harry Bedford Lemere on June 9th, 1888, this image showcases the magnificent exterior of the town hall with its striking portico. The architectural beauty of Birkenhead Town Hall is evident in every detail: from its imposing columns to intricate carvings that adorn its facade. The photograph perfectly captures the essence of this historic building, highlighting its significance as a symbol of civic pride and power during that era. Intriguingly, amidst this grand setting, we notice a policeman and a curious bystander looking directly at the camera. Their presence adds an element of human connection to an otherwise static scene. It sparks our imagination about what might have caught their attention or what stories they could tell about life in Birkenhead during those times. Bedford Lemere's skillful composition and use of light create a timeless quality within this image. As we gaze upon it today, over a century later, we are reminded not only of the rich history encapsulated within these walls but also how photography can transport us through time itself. This remarkable print serves as both a visual testament to Victorian architecture and an invitation for us to delve into our collective past – where buildings like Birkenhead Town Hall stood tall as symbols of progress and community spirit.
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