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Opening of the New Corn Exchange, at Hull, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Opening of the New Corn Exchange, at Hull, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the New Corn Exchange, at Hull, 1856. The centre part [of the building] is the magnificent Exchange-hall, 160 feet long by 45 wide, whose roof of glass is supported by fifteen arches of wood and iron; and the entire absence of internal columns increases the grandeur of the effect...the interior of the Exchange hall has been painted by Mr. Wardale, and decorated for this occasion by Mr. Seaman. On entering by the great west door the effect was very pleasing, the interior of the roof being hung with three rows of flags and banners...On each of the side walls were bracket gas lights, with ground-glass shades, between and on each side of the fifteen pilasters and arches; while in the centre of the room, springing from each of the tables, was another double row of gas-lights'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This photograph, taken from the pages of the Illustrated London News in 1856, captures the grand opening of the New Corn Exchange in Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. The centerpiece of the building is the impressive Exchange-hall, measuring an impressive 160 feet long by 45 wide, with a roof of glass supported by fifteen arches of wood and iron. The absence of internal columns adds to the grandeur of the space. The interior of the Exchange hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion, with paintings by Mr. Wardale and ornate decorations by Mr. Seaman. Upon entering through the grand west door, guests were greeted by the pleasing sight of the interior roof, adorned with three rows of flags and banners. Bracket gas lights, each with ground-glass shades, were positioned on the side walls, and in the center of the room, gas lights sprung from each table. This photograph offers a glimpse into the ceremonial opening of the Corn Exchange, an important financial institution in 19th century Britain. The building, which served as a commodity exchange, was a marvel of architecture and design, and this photograph captures its beauty and grandeur in stunning detail.
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