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Gracechurch Street Entrance to Leadenhall Market - City Clearing House For Poultry, c1935
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Gracechurch Street Entrance to Leadenhall Market - City Clearing House For Poultry, c1935
Gracechurch Street Entrance to Leadenhall Market - City Clearing House For Poultry, c1935. Leadenhall Market in the City of London dates from the 14th century. The building seen here was designed in 1881 by Sir Horace Jones. In the foreground are large metal churns used to transport milk. From " Wonderful London, Volume 2", edited by Arthur St John Adcock. [The Fleetway House, London, c1935]
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Adcock Arthur St John Arthur St John Adcock Busy Covered Market Donald Donald Mcleish Gracechurch Street Horace Horace Jones John Adcock Jones Leadenhall Market Market Mcleish Milk Milk Churn Milk Churns Sir Horace Sir Horace Jones Wonderful London
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This print captures the historic Gracechurch Street Entrance to Leadenhall Market, known as the City Clearing House for Poultry, in London during the 1930s. Dating back to the 14th century, Leadenhall Market is a true architectural gem that has stood the test of time. The building featured here was designed by renowned architect Sir Horace Jones in 1881. In this bustling street scene, we see people going about their daily activities against a backdrop of Victorian-era buildings. The foreground showcases large metal churns used for transporting milk, highlighting the importance of trade and commerce in this vibrant cityscape. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia and elegance to this image captured by Donald McLeish. It is part of Arthur St John Adcock's publication "Wonderful London" which beautifully portrays various aspects of life in England's capital city. As you gaze at this photograph, you can almost feel yourself transported back in time to experience the sights and sounds of early 20th-century London. From busy streets filled with people to charming covered markets like Leadenhall Market, every detail tells a story about the rich history and culture that permeates through these iconic landmarks. This print from Heritage Images serves as a reminder of how cities evolve while still preserving their heritage and traditions.
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