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Filename: bl15862.jpg

Size: 3927 x 4793 (10.9MB)

Date: 14th October 2002

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive

Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work

Source: English Heritage Images

Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com

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John Rylands Library BL15862

JOHN RYLANDS LIBRARY, Deansgate, Manchester. Interior view, showing a staircase and architectural details as seen from a half-landing. The library was completed in 1899 to the designs of architect Basil Champneys, and was commissioned by Enriqueta Augustina Rylands in memory of her late husband. The library is a fine example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture. Photographed by Bedford Lemere and Co. in 1900

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Gothic Stair Victorian


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> Architecture > Interiors

> Architecture > Victorian Architecture

> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Bedford Lemere Collection (1860s-1944)

> Historic Images > Historic Images 1920s to 1940s

> Towns and Cities > Manchester


EDITORS COMMENTS
John Rylands Library BL15862: A Glimpse into Victorian Gothic Elegance Step into the enchanting world of the John Rylands Library, an architectural marvel located on Deansgate in Manchester, as depicted in this stunning photograph taken by H. Bedford Lemere in 1900. This image captures the essence of the library's interior, with its intricate architectural details and the grandeur of the Victorian Gothic Revival era. Commissioned by Enriqueta Augustina Rylands in memory of her late husband, John Rylands, the library was completed in 1899 under the designs of architect Basil Champneys. The result is a breathtaking structure that transports visitors to another time, with its ornate stonework, stained glass windows, and intricate ironwork. As we gaze upon this image, our eyes are drawn to the impressive staircase that dominates the scene. The delicate balustrades, the richly carved newel posts, and the intricate patterns on the stone steps all speak to the meticulous craftsmanship of the era. The half-landing offers a vantage point from which to appreciate the architectural details, including the beautiful arches and the ornate ceiling. The John Rylands Library is not just a repository of knowledge but also a testament to the grandeur and elegance of the Victorian era. This photograph serves as a reminder of the beauty and intricacy of the past, inviting us to explore the depths of this magnificent building and the stories it holds within its walls.

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