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The Leicester Public House BL13152
THE LEICESTER PUBLIC HOUSE, New Coventry Street, Westminster (Threadwell and Martin architects). Interior of the first floor Wine Room. Photographed by Bedford Lemere in May 1895. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1341734
Filename: bl13152.jpg
Size: 4864 x 3878 (7.3MB)
Date: 26th May 1895
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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> Architecture > Victorian Architecture
> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Bedford Lemere Collection (1860s-1944)
> Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1890s
> The way we were > Going down the pub
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This print captures the essence of Victorian charm within the walls of The Leicester Public House, located on New Coventry Street in Westminster. Designed by renowned architects Threadwell and Martin, this architectural gem showcases their impeccable attention to detail. The focus of this particular image is the first-floor Wine Room, a space that exudes elegance and sophistication. Bedford Lemere's lens skillfully captures the room's grandeur, with its ornate ceiling adorned with intricate moldings and chandeliers casting a warm glow upon richly polished wooden tables. As we delve into this snapshot from May 1895, we are transported back in time to an era where public houses were not just places for refreshment but also social hubs for communities to gather and unwind. The Leicester Public House stands as a testament to this tradition, offering patrons an inviting atmosphere steeped in history. Bedford Lemere's expert composition allows us to appreciate every aspect of this remarkable interior; from the meticulously arranged wine bottles lining shelves behind the bar counter to the plush seating arrangements that invite guests to relax and indulge in spirited conversations. This photograph serves as a window into Victorian society—a reminder of how architecture played an integral role in shaping communal spaces during that period. It invites us to imagine ourselves stepping through those doors over a century ago, immersing ourselves in an ambiance that seamlessly blends opulence with conviviality.
