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East India House, Libertys Individualised Frontage on the New Regent Street, c1935
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East India House, Libertys Individualised Frontage on the New Regent Street, c1935
East India House, Libertys Individualised Frontage on the New Regent Street, c1935. View of Libertys department store in central London. Arthur Lasenby Liberty first opened his store on Regent Street in 1875. The mock Tudor building on Great Marlborough Street and the larger Beaux Arts classical building, named East India House, were built to the designs of Edwin Thomas Hall and his son and partner Edwin Stanley between 1922 and 1925. (This East India House is not to be confused with the building of the same name in Leadenhall Street which was the London headquarters of the East India Company). From " Wonderful London, Volume 2", edited by Arthur St John Adcock. [The Fleetway House, London, c1935]
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This print showcases the iconic East India House, Libertys Individualised Frontage on the New Regent Street in central London, circa 1935. The image captures the grandeur of Libertys department store, which was first established by Arthur Lasenby Liberty in 1875 on Regent Street. Designed by Edwin Thomas Hall and his son Edwin Stanley between 1922 and 1925, this architectural masterpiece features a mock Tudor building on Great Marlborough Street and a larger Beaux Arts classical building known as East India House. It is important to note that this East India House should not be confused with the similarly named building located in Leadenhall Street, which served as the headquarters for the East India Company. This photograph beautifully portrays the intricate details of Libertys frontage, showcasing its curved architecture against the backdrop of bustling city life. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this image, emphasizing both its historical significance and artistic value. As one gazes upon this remarkable piece of British heritage, it becomes evident why Liberty's department store has remained an enduring symbol of elegance and sophistication throughout generations. Whether you appreciate architecture or simply admire London's rich history, this print offers a glimpse into an era when craftsmanship merged seamlessly with commerce to create something truly extraordinary.
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