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Hansom cab outside the war office Pall Mall, Willis Collection, 1890 (b / w photo)
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Hansom cab outside the war office Pall Mall, Willis Collection, 1890 (b / w photo)
1786675 Hansom cab outside the war office Pall Mall, Willis Collection, 1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Hansom cab outside the war office Pall Mall, Willis Collection
City of Westminster, Metropolitan Borough of; Westminster, London Borough of); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23102950
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of 19th century London. The image showcases a Hansom cab parked outside the iconic War Office in Pall Mall, creating a nostalgic glimpse into a bygone era. The horse-drawn carriage stands elegantly as if frozen in time, its sleek design and polished exterior reflecting the sophistication of Victorian transportation. The architectural grandeur of the War Office serves as an impressive backdrop, emphasizing both power and history. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from the Willis Collection, we are transported to a society where non-motorized vehicles ruled the roads. It is a reminder of simpler times when transport relied on horsepower rather than engines. The photographer's skillful composition captures every intricate detail with precision, highlighting not only their technical prowess but also their ability to encapsulate an entire era within one frame. This photograph is more than just an artistic representation; it is a historical document that allows us to witness firsthand how life once thrived on these very streets. It invites us to imagine what it would have been like to travel through London during this period – the sounds of hooves clattering against cobblestones and whispers of conversations carried by passing pedestrians. In preserving this moment from long ago, Bridgeman Images enables us to appreciate our past while marveling at how far we have come in terms of technology and transportation.
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