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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

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> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Merseyside > Birkenhead

> Europe > United Kingdom > Scotland > Strathclyde > Hamilton

> Historic England > Architecture > Victorian Architecture

> Historic England > More features > Spirit of the North

> Historic England > Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Bedford Lemere Collection (1860s-1944)

> Historic England > Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1880s

> Historic England > Towns and Cities > Birkenhead


EDITORS COMMENTS
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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