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Holborn Collection (#15)

Holborn, a historic district in London, is a treasure trove of captivating sights and intriguing stories

Background imageHolborn Collection: Ely Place Holborn

Ely Place Holborn
The ruins of Ely Palace, and Ely Chapel, Holborn. Date: 1828

Background imageHolborn Collection: Caricature Shop Piercy Roberts 28 Middle Row

Caricature Shop Piercy Roberts 28 Middle Row
Artokoloro

Background imageHolborn Collection: Holborn Empire

Holborn Empire
circa 1930: The Holborn Empire, London. (Photo by Herbert Felton/Herbert Felton/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: bank, belmont, theater, entertainment, stage, be visible, be seen, be in view, be obvious

bank, belmont, theater, entertainment, stage, be visible, be seen, be in view, be obvious
Cleaning For Fuel In London; When The Cats Away; R. Barnes, the mens dinner hour is the childrens opportunity, and when the watchmans back is turned they contrive to do a little mining on their own

Background imageHolborn Collection: Source Size = 1899 x 2496

Source Size = 1899 x 2496
PLAYS OF THE DAY: " NEWMARKET, " AT THE HOLBORN, 1874

Background imageHolborn Collection: Source Size = 3975 x 5755

Source Size = 3975 x 5755
The Exhibition of Sporting and other Dogs at the Horse Repository, Holborn: Prize Animals

Background imageHolborn Collection: Source Size = 3941 x 2867

Source Size = 3941 x 2867
Scene from " for Love, " at the Holborn Theatre, London, Uk, 1867

Background imageHolborn Collection: Source Size = 2508 x 3343

Source Size = 2508 x 3343
Statue of the Late Prince Consort in Holborn Circus, 1874

Background imageHolborn Collection: Source Size = 3945 x 2696

Source Size = 3945 x 2696
Unveiling the Statue of the Late Prince Consort in Holborn Circus, London, 1874

Background imageHolborn Collection: Source Size = 2514 x 2244

Source Size = 2514 x 2244
A SKETCH AT THE HOLBORN TOWNHALL, LONDON: " Is the Beaconsfield Government to have a fresh lease of power?" " No!", 1880

Background imageHolborn Collection: Source Size = 3575 x 2545

Source Size = 3575 x 2545
The Holborn Townhall, London, 1880

Background imageHolborn Collection: Furnivals Inn, Holborn, London, 1754 (engraving)

Furnivals Inn, Holborn, London, 1754 (engraving)
XJF696567 Furnivals Inn, Holborn, London, 1754 (engraving) by Nicholls, Sutton (fl.1700-40); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageHolborn Collection: Building of Common Sewers on Holborn, 1845 (w / c and graphite on paper)

Building of Common Sewers on Holborn, 1845 (w / c and graphite on paper)
XJF495438 Building of Common Sewers on Holborn, 1845 (w/c and graphite on paper) by Scharf, George the Elder (1788-1860); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Background imageHolborn Collection: Chapel of St. Etheldreda, Ely Chapel, Holborn, London, U. K. Engraving 1879, Uk, Britain

Chapel of St. Etheldreda, Ely Chapel, Holborn, London, U. K. Engraving 1879, Uk, Britain
CHAPEL OF ST. ETHELDREDA, ELY CHAPEL, HOLBORN, LONDON, U.K. ENGRAVING 1879, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Background imageHolborn Collection: Eastertide in the Church of St. Albans, Holborn, London, Uk

Eastertide in the Church of St. Albans, Holborn, London, Uk

Background imageHolborn Collection: Bartletts Buildings, Holborn, 1838 (w / c on paper)

Bartletts Buildings, Holborn, 1838 (w / c on paper)
XCF306052 Bartletts Buildings, Holborn, 1838 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: An alley of dark brick houses)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Marshalls Lucky Office Holborn-Bars, c. 1817 (engraving)

Marshalls Lucky Office Holborn-Bars, c. 1817 (engraving)
XJF3038390 Marshalls Lucky Office Holborn-Bars, c.1817 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card for the Lottery office of Marshall & Sons)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Houses in Middle-Row Holborn, 1846 (engraving)

Houses in Middle-Row Holborn, 1846 (engraving)
XJF3038384 Houses in Middle-Row Holborn, 1846 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Middle Row Holborn, 1830 (engraving)

Middle Row Holborn, 1830 (engraving)
XJF3038382 Middle Row Holborn, 1830 (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Farringdon Street and the Fleet Prison, 1830 (engraving)

Farringdon Street and the Fleet Prison, 1830 (engraving)
XJF3038380 Farringdon Street and the Fleet Prison, 1830 (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Holborn Bridge, 1831 (engraving)

Holborn Bridge, 1831 (engraving)
XJF3038378 Holborn Bridge, 1831 (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Looking west from Snow Hill towards Farringdon Road and the tower of St)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Physicians College, Warwick Lane, 1830 (engraving)

Physicians College, Warwick Lane, 1830 (engraving)
XJF3038376 Physicians College, Warwick Lane, 1830 (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Ebenezer Chapel, Bartletts Passage, c. 1890 (drawing)

Ebenezer Chapel, Bartletts Passage, c. 1890 (drawing)
XJF3038375 Ebenezer Chapel, Bartletts Passage, c.1890 (drawing) by Appleton, J. (fl.1890); Private Collection; (add.info.: First Book of Samuel)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Bartletts Buildings, 1890 (watercolour)

Bartletts Buildings, 1890 (watercolour)
XJF3038373 Bartletts Buildings, 1890 (watercolour) by Appleton, J. (fl.1890); Private Collection; (add.info.: Back of houses west side of Bartletts buildings Holborn)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Barnards Inn Hall, 1830 (engraving)

Barnards Inn Hall, 1830 (engraving)
XJF3038365 Barnards Inn Hall, 1830 (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Originally known as Mackworths Inn)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Lincolns Inn New Buildings (engraving)

Lincolns Inn New Buildings (engraving)
XJF3038353 Lincolns Inn New Buildings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lincolns Inn New Buildings designed by Philip Hardwick)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Lincolns Inn Fields, c. 1660 (pen & ink drawing)

Lincolns Inn Fields, c. 1660 (pen & ink drawing)
XJF3038176 Lincolns Inn Fields, c.1660 (pen & ink drawing) by Lodge, William (1649-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lincolns Inn Fields; looking E from centre of square)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Bird s-eye plan of the west central district of London, 1660-6 (etching)

Bird s-eye plan of the west central district of London, 1660-6 (etching)
XJF3038056 Bird s-eye plan of the west central district of London, 1660-6 (etching) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holborn at the top, Lincolns Inn Fields top right)

Background imageHolborn Collection: St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (engraving)

St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (engraving)
XJF3038052 St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHolborn Collection: St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (plan)

St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (plan)
XJF3038054 St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (plan) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giles National Schools designed by Edward Middleton Barry (1830-80)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Furnivals Inn (w / c with pen & ink over graphite on paper)

Furnivals Inn (w / c with pen & ink over graphite on paper)
XYC284032 Furnivals Inn (w/c with pen & ink over graphite on paper) by Ireland, Samuel (d.1800); 12.4x16.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Background imageHolborn Collection: Stone Buildings, Lincolns Inn (colour litho)

Stone Buildings, Lincolns Inn (colour litho)
XYC284030 Stone Buildings, Lincolns Inn (colour litho) by Ireland, Samuel (d.1800); 12.1x17.8 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Background imageHolborn Collection: Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London

Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London
XJF275636 Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London, 1866 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Background imageHolborn Collection: OLD HOUSES IN HOLBORN. London, UK, 19th century engraving

OLD HOUSES IN HOLBORN. London, UK, 19th century engraving

Background imageHolborn Collection: Woolworths Store

Woolworths Store
circa 1925: A Woolworth Store in Holborn, London. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: LONDON: HOLBORN THEATRE. Interior of the Holborn Theatre in London

LONDON: HOLBORN THEATRE. Interior of the Holborn Theatre in London. Engraving, English 1866

Background imageHolborn Collection: Christmas Toys

Christmas Toys
Street hawkers selling toys for Christmas near Holborn, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Lincolns Inn Fields

Lincolns Inn Fields
1909: Lincolns Inn Fields, Holborn, London WC2. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Rally Preparation

Rally Preparation
4th April 1914: The Holborn division assembling in Red Lion Square, for the Great Ulster Rally at Hyde Park, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Holborn Empire

Holborn Empire
1909: The Holborn Empire music hall, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Holborn Street

Holborn Street
25th July 1912: A street in Holborn, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Slum Life

Slum Life
1907: Women pushing a pram past a bakery window in Little Italy, a slum area of London in the borough of Holborn. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Sandwichmen

Sandwichmen
April 1907: Sandwichmen dressed up as swells walking down Holborn, London, to advertise Army Graphic. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: May Day Demo

May Day Demo
1st May 1912: Workers march through Holborn and Kingsway on the 1912 May Day demonstration in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: High Holborn

High Holborn
1906: Traffic scene at High Holborn, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Kingsway Tunnel

Kingsway Tunnel
17th July 1929: A tram emerges from the Kingsway Tunnel that runs from Southampton Row in Holborn, under the Thames, to Victoria Embankment. (Photo by J. A. Hampton/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: Holborn

Holborn
1912: Traffic and passers-by at Holborn in London. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageHolborn Collection: MR. GEORGE PHILLIPS Holborn, LONDON, UK, britain, united kingdom, u. k. great britain

MR. GEORGE PHILLIPS Holborn, LONDON, UK, britain, united kingdom, u. k. great britain
MR. GEORGE PHILLIPS Holborn, LONDON, UK, britain, united kingdom, u.k. great britain




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Holborn, a historic district in London, is a treasure trove of captivating sights and intriguing stories. Step back in time as you explore the enchanting streets of this vibrant area. Immerse yourself in the rich history with a glimpse at an exquisite engraving from 1746. This map showcases the charming neighborhood of Bloomsbury and its connection to Holborn, providing a fascinating insight into London's past. Discover the heroic efforts of the London Fire Engine Establishment through their list of fire stations. These brave firefighters tirelessly protected Holborn's residents from devastating blazes, ensuring their safety amidst unpredictable flames. London's arms and seals proudly adorn buildings throughout Holborn, symbolizing its significant role within the city. These emblems serve as reminders that this district holds an esteemed place in London's heart. Indulge your love for literature by visiting Shakespeare Exhibition at Earls Court. Immerse yourself in his timeless works and gain deeper insights into one of history's greatest playwrights – right here in Holborn. Pay homage to the valiant soldiers who served our nation by visiting Monument to the Royal Fusiliers on High Holborn. This striking memorial stands tall, honoring those who made ultimate sacrifices for our freedom. Travel back to simpler times with nostalgic Airmail postcards at Gamages store. These vintage treasures capture moments frozen in time, allowing us to glimpse into people's lives during bygone eras - all found right here in bustling Holborn. Step inside Grays Inn Dining Hall and experience grandeur like no other. The entrance exudes elegance and sophistication—a testament to centuries-old traditions upheld within these hallowed halls. Feel the excitement building outside Royal Music Hall as eager performers await their turn on stage—transporting audiences back to 1900 when live entertainment reigned supreme. Experience firsthand how music brought joy and unity even during challenging times. Witness youthful delight outside a sweet shop in Balham, SW London.