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Brompton Collection (#2)

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Background imageBrompton Collection: The Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the Chest at Brompton (engraving)

The Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the Chest at Brompton (engraving)
1610400 The Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the Chest at Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBrompton Collection: The West-End Railway District, London (engraving)

The West-End Railway District, London (engraving)
1610046 The West-End Railway District, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The West-End Railway District, London)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Brompton Cemetary

Brompton Cemetary
View of the entrance to Brompton Cemetary, one of seven large London cemetaries founded in the mid-19th century. Date: 1875

Background imageBrompton Collection: Marriage of the Duke of Norfolk with Lady Flora Hastings, at the Oratory, Brompton (engraving)

Marriage of the Duke of Norfolk with Lady Flora Hastings, at the Oratory, Brompton (engraving)
1589761 Marriage of the Duke of Norfolk with Lady Flora Hastings, at the Oratory, Brompton (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Brompton Hospital, London (b / w photo)

Brompton Hospital, London (b / w photo)
5996699 Brompton Hospital, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brompton Hospital, London. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBrompton Collection: Extension of London Underground railway, 1906

Extension of London Underground railway, 1906
Extension of the London Underground railway in 1906, showing the Booking Office at Piccadilly Station, the line running from Hammersmith in the west to Finsbury Park in the north

Background imageBrompton Collection: Map of London Underground railway, 1906

Map of London Underground railway, 1906
Map of the London Underground railway in 1906, showing its expansion in all directions. Date: 1906

Background imageBrompton Collection: Brompton Turnpike (coloured engraving)

Brompton Turnpike (coloured engraving)
602466 Brompton Turnpike (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A woman with a dog talking to a man at the entrance to a turnpike; a sign in)

Background imageBrompton Collection: The new cancer hospital at Brompton, London (engraving)

The new cancer hospital at Brompton, London (engraving)
606691 The new cancer hospital at Brompton, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new cancer hospital at Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: New Church, Brompton, London (engraving)

New Church, Brompton, London (engraving)
606657 New Church, Brompton, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Church, Brompton, London); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Background imageBrompton Collection: Harrods advert, Hairdressing, Manicure and Chiropody

Harrods advert, Hairdressing, Manicure and Chiropody
Harrods Stores advert, Hairdressing, Manicure and Chiropody Departments, Brompton Road, London SW. 1897

Background imageBrompton Collection: Stock or Matthiola species

Stock or Matthiola species
Brompton stock, Matthiola incana, great sea stock, Matthiola sinuata, and double garden varieties, Cheiranthus cheiri. Handfinished chromolithograph by Henry Noel Humphreys after an illustration by

Background imageBrompton Collection: The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot (engraving)

The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot (engraving)
2773646 The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Advert, Dubarry Nuglandin Skin Cream

Advert, Dubarry Nuglandin Skin Cream
Advert for Dubarry Nuglandin Skin Cream. 1936

Background imageBrompton Collection: Royal Engineers Memorial Arch, Chatham, Kent

Royal Engineers Memorial Arch, Chatham, Kent
Royal Engineers, South African Memorial Arch, Brompton Barracks, Chatham, Kent, commemorating those who served in the Boer War. Date: 1905

Background imageBrompton Collection: Children at Brompton Hospital

Children at Brompton Hospital
Page from The Illustrated London News reporting on the increase in parents being allowed to spend as much time as possible with their children in hospital

Background imageBrompton Collection: The Wild West Show at West Brompton

The Wild West Show at West Brompton
Buffalo Bills Wild West Show at Brompton. The company forming a line. Date: 1887

Background imageBrompton Collection: The New Oratory Church at Brompton (engraving)

The New Oratory Church at Brompton (engraving)
1061593 The New Oratory Church at Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Oratory Church at Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Joseph Mazzini in his Study at Brompton (engraving)

Joseph Mazzini in his Study at Brompton (engraving)
1057769 Joseph Mazzini in his Study at Brompton (engraving) by Woods, Henry (1846-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Mazzini in his Study at Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Trinity Church, Brompton, Kent (engraving)

Trinity Church, Brompton, Kent (engraving)
5209377 Trinity Church, Brompton, Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trinity Church, Brompton, Kent)

Background imageBrompton Collection: The Consumption Hospital, Brompton (engraving)

The Consumption Hospital, Brompton (engraving)
3636874 The Consumption Hospital, Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Consumption Hospital, Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: The Consumption Hospital, Brompton (engraving)

The Consumption Hospital, Brompton (engraving)
654296 The Consumption Hospital, Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Consumption Hospital, Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Singular boiler explosion at Tempsford House, Brompton (engraving)

Singular boiler explosion at Tempsford House, Brompton (engraving)
610348 Singular boiler explosion at Tempsford House, Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Singular boiler explosion at Tempsford House)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Exterior view of the Cancer Hospital, Brompton (engraving)

Exterior view of the Cancer Hospital, Brompton (engraving)
606577 Exterior view of the Cancer Hospital, Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exterior view of the Cancer Hospital)

Background imageBrompton Collection: London Sketches: The Skating Rink at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving)

London Sketches: The Skating Rink at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving)
602858 London Sketches: The Skating Rink at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Sketches)

Background imageBrompton Collection: London Sketches, the Skating Rink at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving)

London Sketches, the Skating Rink at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving)
1053658 London Sketches, the Skating Rink at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving) by Gregory, Edward John (1850-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Sketches)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Extension of the Hospital for Consumption, Brompton (engraving)

Extension of the Hospital for Consumption, Brompton (engraving)
1099696 Extension of the Hospital for Consumption, Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Extension of the Hospital for Consumption, Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: The Oratory, at Brompton, Exterior of the Residence (engraving)

The Oratory, at Brompton, Exterior of the Residence (engraving)
1618888 The Oratory, at Brompton, Exterior of the Residence (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oratory, at Brompton, Exterior of the Residence)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Her Majestys Inspection of the Wounded Troops at Chatham (engraving)

Her Majestys Inspection of the Wounded Troops at Chatham (engraving)
1608041 Her Majestys Inspection of the Wounded Troops at Chatham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Arnold Mitchell, Architect (colour litho)

Arnold Mitchell, Architect (colour litho)
3652252 Arnold Mitchell, Architect (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arnold Mitchell, Architect)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Chapel of the Consumption Hospital at Brompton (engraving)

Chapel of the Consumption Hospital at Brompton (engraving)
1096789 Chapel of the Consumption Hospital at Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel of the Consumption Hospital at Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Proposed chapel to be attached to the Hospital for Consumption (engraving)

Proposed chapel to be attached to the Hospital for Consumption (engraving)
609952 Proposed chapel to be attached to the Hospital for Consumption (engraving) by Dutton, Thomas Goldsworth (c.1819-91); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBrompton Collection: 36 Onslow Square, Brompton, London, home of English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray from 1853

36 Onslow Square, Brompton, London, home of English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray from 1853 to 1862 (b / w photo)
5997526 36 Onslow Square, Brompton, London, home of English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray from 1853 to 1862 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageBrompton Collection: William Gale walking 1500 Miles in a Thousand Hours (engraving)

William Gale walking 1500 Miles in a Thousand Hours (engraving)
1589667 William Gale walking 1500 Miles in a Thousand Hours (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Gale walking 1500 Miles in a Thousand Hours)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Summer Skating at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving)

Summer Skating at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving)
1589142 Summer Skating at Princes Ground, Brompton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Summer Skating at Princes Ground, Brompton)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Blowing up of a Stockade on the Practice-Grounds at Brompton, Tuesday, 20 January (engraving)

Blowing up of a Stockade on the Practice-Grounds at Brompton, Tuesday, 20 January (engraving)
1593960 Blowing up of a Stockade on the Practice-Grounds at Brompton, Tuesday, 20 January (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBrompton Collection: Marriage of the Marquis of Bute to the Honourable Gwendaline Howard, at the Oratory

Marriage of the Marquis of Bute to the Honourable Gwendaline Howard, at the Oratory, Brompton (engraving)
1613679 Marriage of the Marquis of Bute to the Honourable Gwendaline Howard, at the Oratory, Brompton (engraving) by Robinson

Background imageBrompton Collection: BROMPTON ROAD / DAYTIME

BROMPTON ROAD / DAYTIME
Brompton Road: daytime scene Date: 1890s

Background imageBrompton Collection: Roller skating in Brompton 1874

Roller skating in Brompton 1874
Men, women and children roller-skating at Princes Cricket Ground, Brompton. Date: 1874

Background imageBrompton Collection: FOG, BROMPTON ROAD

FOG, BROMPTON ROAD
The Brompton Road, London, on a foggy afternoon Date: 1896

Background imageBrompton Collection: Hurdle race in Brompton

Hurdle race in Brompton
A hurdle race in Brompton, London. Date: 1871

Background imageBrompton Collection: Shropshire SY5 6 Map

Shropshire SY5 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Shropshire SY5 6

Background imageBrompton Collection: Kensington and Chelsea SW7 2 Map

Kensington and Chelsea SW7 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Kensington and Chelsea SW7 2

Background imageBrompton Collection: North Yorkshire DL6 2 Map

North Yorkshire DL6 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Yorkshire DL6 2

Background imageBrompton Collection: Smart London Gent - Cabinet Photograph

Smart London Gent - Cabinet Photograph. Date: circa 1890

Background imageBrompton Collection: The Consumption Hospital, Brompton, c1876. Creator: Unknown

The Consumption Hospital, Brompton, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Consumption Hospital, Brompton, c1876. 19th century consumptive patients were turned away from hospitals as there was no known cure

Background imageBrompton Collection: Entrance to Brompton Cemetery, c1876. Creator: Unknown

Entrance to Brompton Cemetery, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Entrance to Brompton Cemetery, c1876. Brompton Cemetery in Kensington and Chelsea opened in 1840. By early 19th century, inner city burial grounds had long been unable to cope with the number of

Background imageBrompton Collection: London Underground - District Line - Single Ticket

London Underground - District Line - Single Ticket #3042 from 1897 - Victoria to Gloucester Road (Brompton) - 4d - Third Class. Date: 1897




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"Brompton: A Captivating Tapestry of History and Charm" Step into the enchanting world of Brompton, where history intertwines with modernity in the heart of London. Begin your journey at the iconic Victoria and Albert Museum, a treasure trove of art and culture that never fails to captivate visitors. As you stroll along Aston Webb Front, admire its grandeur and architectural brilliance. Venture further down Old Brompton Road, where a quaint petrol station stands as a reminder of bygone eras. Its vintage charm adds character to this bustling street in SW7, offering a glimpse into the past while embracing the present. However, not all memories are pleasant ones. The fire that once ravaged 298 Old Brompton Road serves as a poignant reminder of resilience amidst adversity. It stands as a testament to the strength and spirit of this vibrant community. Indulge in retail therapy at Harrods Exterior - an iconic landmark synonymous with luxury shopping experiences. Its opulent façade beckons fashion enthusiasts from around the globe, promising an unforgettable adventure within its hallowed halls. As you explore further westward towards Chelsea's Lots Road Power Station, marvel at its industrial beauty against London's skyline. This historic building has witnessed countless transformations throughout time but remains an enduring symbol of progress. Navigate through Hampstead Tube on London Underground railway's map - an intricate network connecting people from all walks of life across this sprawling metropolis. Feel the pulse of city life as you traverse these underground tunnels filled with stories waiting to be discovered. Discover spiritual solace at Brompton Oratory; its magnificent architecture leaves visitors awestruck while providing respite from urban chaos. Embrace tranquility within these sacred walls before continuing your exploration through this captivating neighborhood. Once again, we encounter echoes from history – another fire at 298 Old Brompton Road reminds us that even amidst change and growth, remnants of the past remain etched in our collective memory.