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Grand Hall Collection

In the heart of Kenilworth Castle, a majestic grand hall stood as a testament to its rich history

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Twelve knights dancing in front of a candle-lit house inside a grand hall

Twelve knights dancing in front of a candle-lit house inside a grand hall
FLO4702956 Twelve knights dancing in front of a candle-lit house inside a grand hall. Part of the celebration of the birth of Freiderich

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Kenilworth Castle, Banquet Hall, July 1935

Kenilworth Castle, Banquet Hall, July 1935
A GWR Publicity view of the ruined remains of the Banquet Hall at Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire in July 1935. Two visitors to the site look out over the sight of the great hall that once would have

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Grand Hall of Lille Opera House, Lille, France

The Grand Hall of Lille Opera House, Lille, France

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Heads of Two Empires, King Edward and the German Emperor in the Grand Hall at Friedrichshof

The Heads of Two Empires, King Edward and the German Emperor in the Grand Hall at Friedrichshof (litho)
1593905 The Heads of Two Empires, King Edward and the German Emperor in the Grand Hall at Friedrichshof (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Queens Visit to Edinburgh (engraving)

The Queens Visit to Edinburgh (engraving)
1054965 The Queens Visit to Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to Edinburgh)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Grand Hall of the Fine Arts (engraving)

Grand Hall of the Fine Arts (engraving)
964380 Grand Hall of the Fine Arts (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Hall of the Fine Arts - English section)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Coronation of the Czar, Views at Moscow, the Ancient Capital of Russia (engraving)

The Coronation of the Czar, Views at Moscow, the Ancient Capital of Russia (engraving)
1605353 The Coronation of the Czar, Views at Moscow, the Ancient Capital of Russia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coronation of the Czar)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: A young woman strangers fourth day in New York (b / w photo)

A young woman strangers fourth day in New York (b / w photo)
6002598 A young woman strangers fourth day in New York (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A young woman strangers fourth day in New York)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: New Stations on the North London Railway (engraving)

New Stations on the North London Railway (engraving)
2772197 New Stations on the North London Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Stations on the North London Railway)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Opening of the New Spa Buildings at Scarborough (engraving)

Opening of the New Spa Buildings at Scarborough (engraving)
1060170 Opening of the New Spa Buildings at Scarborough (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the New Spa Buildings at Scarborough)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Boxing Night at Old Drury, the House and the Stage seen from the Uppermost Box (engraving)

Boxing Night at Old Drury, the House and the Stage seen from the Uppermost Box (engraving)
1047867 Boxing Night at Old Drury, the House and the Stage seen from the Uppermost Box (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Cities of the Czar, Moscow (engraving)

The Cities of the Czar, Moscow (engraving)
1107793 The Cities of the Czar, Moscow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cities of the Czar, Moscow)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Smallest State in Europe, the Republic of San Marino, in the Apennines (litho)

The Smallest State in Europe, the Republic of San Marino, in the Apennines (litho)
1601218 The Smallest State in Europe, the Republic of San Marino, in the Apennines (litho) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Smallest State in Europe)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Paris Exhibition, General View of the Trocadero (engraving)

The Paris Exhibition, General View of the Trocadero (engraving)
1621775 The Paris Exhibition, General View of the Trocadero (engraving) by Deroy, Auguste Victor (d.1906) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Paris Exhibition, General View of the Trocadero)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Grand Hall of the Fine Arts (engraving)

Grand Hall of the Fine Arts (engraving)
964374 Grand Hall of the Fine Arts (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Hall of the Fine Arts - German section. After A Brun)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Connaught Rooms, London, The Grand Hall (b / w photo)

Connaught Rooms, London, The Grand Hall (b / w photo)
3650551 Connaught Rooms, London, The Grand Hall (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Connaught Rooms, London, The Grand Hall)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Her Majesty inspecting the Wounded Guards in the Grand Hall of Buckingham Palace (engraving)

Her Majesty inspecting the Wounded Guards in the Grand Hall of Buckingham Palace (engraving)
1602055 Her Majesty inspecting the Wounded Guards in the Grand Hall of Buckingham Palace (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The New Town Hall at Portsmouth, Ceremony in the Grand Hall, the Prince of Wales declaring

The New Town Hall at Portsmouth, Ceremony in the Grand Hall, the Prince of Wales declaring the Building Open (engraving)
1038266 The New Town Hall at Portsmouth, Ceremony in the Grand Hall, the Prince of Wales declaring the Building Open (engraving) by English School

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Entrance to Banquet Hall at Kenilworth Castle, July 1935

Entrance to Banquet Hall at Kenilworth Castle, July 1935
A GWR Publicity view of the entrance to the ruins of the Banquet Hall at Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire, July 1935

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Grand Hall located at the Grand Portage National Monument on the north shore

The Grand Hall located at the Grand Portage National Monument on the north shore of Lake Superior in northeastern Minnesota, USA

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: The Birth of King Alfonso Much anxiety preceded the childbirth of the widowed Regent of Spain

The Birth of King Alfonso Much anxiety preceded the childbirth of the widowed Regent of Spain, as in the event of the birth of a girl

Background imageGrand Hall Collection: Buddhist monks worshipping in the Grand Hall, Jade Buddha Temple (Yufo Si)

Buddhist monks worshipping in the Grand Hall, Jade Buddha Temple (Yufo Si), Shanghai, China, Asia


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In the heart of Kenilworth Castle, a majestic grand hall stood as a testament to its rich history. Dating back to July 1935, this Banquet Hall witnessed countless celebrations and gatherings that echoed through its ancient walls. Across the English Channel, in Lille, France, another magnificent Grand Hall awaited visitors at the Lille Opera House. Its opulent architecture and exquisite decor transported guests into a world of elegance and artistry. A lithograph titled "The Heads of Two Empires" depicted King Edward and the German Emperor in Friedrichshof's Grand Hall. This regal setting served as a symbol of power and diplomacy between nations during an era filled with political tensions. Meanwhile, an engraving captured the momentous occasion when Queen Victoria graced Edinburgh with her presence. The Queen's Visit to Edinburgh showcased her arrival at a grand hall where she was greeted by dignitaries amidst great fanfare. Moving beyond royalty and politics, engravings also portrayed the Grand Hall of Fine Arts—an awe-inspiring space dedicated to showcasing masterpieces that stirred emotions and ignited creativity within all who entered. Traveling eastward to Moscow, Russia, one could witness the splendor of The Coronation of the Czar in their grand hall—a sight that left spectators breathless as they marveled at Russia's ancient capital steeped in tradition. On a different note entirely, a black-and-white photograph captured A young woman stranger on her fourth day in New York City. In this bustling metropolis filled with towering skyscrapers and endless possibilities, even she found solace within the confines of a grand hall—perhaps seeking refuge from the chaos outside. Engravings continued to showcase various aspects of society; from new stations on London's North Railway line to Boxing Night at Old Drury Theatre seen from an uppermost box—the grand halls became stages for both transportation progressions and theatrical delights alike.