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Do You Know: What stood on the site of the marble arch? (colour litho)
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Do You Know: What stood on the site of the marble arch? (colour litho)
8668119 Do You Know: What stood on the site of the marble arch? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: What stood on the site of the marble arch? "Tyburn Gallows", the Middlesex gallows, which stood near the junction of the Edgware and Bayswater Roads, from the 12th century until 1783. The permanent structure was removed in 1759, and replaced by a movable gallows. The name Tyburn comes from a small stream now running underground from Hampstead. The Marble Arch was modelled by Nash, and intended to serve as an entrance to Buckingham Palace. It was originally erected in 1828, and re-erected on the present site in 1851. It is stated the cost was about £80, 000, and that the central gates are some of the finest in Europe. Illustration for one of a set of 50 "Do You Know?" cigarette cards issued by Carreras in 1939.); © Look and Learn
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This colour lithograph print titled "Do You Know: What stood on the site of the marble arch?" by English School from the 20th century offers a fascinating glimpse into history. The image depicts the Tyburn Gallows, which once stood near the junction of Edgware and Bayswater Roads in Middlesex from the 12th century until 1783. The gallows were eventually replaced by a movable structure before being removed entirely in 1759.
The Marble Arch, designed by Nash as an entrance to Buckingham Palace, now stands on this historic site. Originally erected in 1828 and re-erected in its current location in 1851, it is said to have cost around £80,000 to build. The central gates are noted for their exquisite craftsmanship and are considered some of the finest in Europe.
This illustration was part of a set of educational cigarette cards issued by Carreras in 1939, providing viewers with intriguing facts and knowledge about various subjects. Through this artwork, viewers can learn about London's past and how significant landmarks like the Marble Arch came to be. It serves as a reminder of our rich history and the stories that lie behind familiar cityscapes.
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