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Liberty and Co BL27070_014
Filename: BL27070_014.jpg
Size: 4759 x 3956 (9.3MB)
Date: 22nd July 2005
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
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Liberty and Co BL27070_014
LIBERTY S, Regent Street, London. Interior of Libertys newly completed Arts and Crafts Tudor style department store, showing the gallery and light well. This extraordinary building was constructed in 1922-24 using timbers from HMS Hindustan and HMS Impregnable. It was a remarkable reaction to the early twentieth century vogue for stone dressed steel-framed buildings. Designed by Edwin T. Hall and E. Stanley Hall. This photograph was commissioned by Higgs and Hill, builders. Photographed by Bedford Lemere and Co. in 1924
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This print captures the grandeur of Liberty & Co, a renowned department store located on Regent Street in London. The interior of this newly completed Arts and Crafts Tudor style building is showcased, revealing its stunning gallery and light well. Constructed between 1922-24, this extraordinary structure was a remarkable departure from the prevailing architectural trend of stone dressed steel-framed buildings during the early twentieth century. Designed by Edwin T. Hall and E. Stanley Hall, this iconic department store stands as a testament to their visionary creativity. What makes it even more fascinating is that the timbers used in its construction were salvaged from two historic naval vessels - HMS Hindustan and HMS Impregnable. Commissioned by Higgs and Hill, builders at the time, this photograph was expertly captured by Bedford Lemere and Co. , offering us a glimpse into the past glory of Liberty & Co's interior space in 1924. With its rich history intertwined with craftsmanship and elegance, Liberty & Co continues to be an emblematic retail destination for discerning shoppers seeking unique experiences within its walls. This image serves as a reminder of how architecture can transcend time while preserving heritage for generations to come.
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