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The First Meeting of the London County Council (engraving)
1055387 The First Meeting of the London County Council (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Meeting of the London County Council, at the Office of the Metropolitan Board of Works, Spring Gardens. Illustration for The Graphic, 9 February 1889.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22503052
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Local Government London County Council Metropolitan Board Of Works Office Spring Gardens
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The First Meeting of the London County Council - A Historic Gathering of Local Governance
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. This print captures a significant moment in the history of London's local government. Depicting "The First Meeting of the London County Council" this 19th-century engraving by an anonymous English School artist transports us back to a time when politics and progress intertwined. Set at the Office of the Metropolitan Board of Works in Spring Gardens, this illustration originally appeared in The Graphic on February 9,1889. It showcases a gathering that marked a turning point for London's governance structure. Assembled are esteemed politicians and key figures who formed the inaugural London County Council. Intriguingly, this image offers more than just faces; it provides insight into an era defined by change and urban development. The Metropolitan Board of Works office serves as a backdrop, symbolizing both tradition and transformation. With its grand architecture juxtaposed against bustling streets outside, it represents how local government was adapting to meet growing demands. As we delve deeper into this historical snapshot, we witness not only political power but also glimpses into Victorian society itself. This engraving encapsulates an important chapter in London's story – one where politicians united to shape their city's future. Now preserved within private collections, this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images allows us to reflect upon our own modern-day governance systems while appreciating those who paved the way for progress over a century ago.
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