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Fireplace BL20329_006
Filename: bl20329_006.jpg
Size: 3943 x 4786 (4.7MB)
Date: 20th April 2018
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Images
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Fireplace BL20329_006
Detail of a tiled fireplace with wooden surround from the showrooms of the Well Fire Company in 33 Dover Street, Mayfair, London. The photograph was taken in the showrooms of The Well Fire Co. Ltd. who are recorded as clients for this image, but the negative has been masked so that only the fireplace itself is visible. Photographed by Adolphe Augustus Boucher, a photographer for Bedford Lemere & Co. 1908
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Media ID 14768919
© Historic England Archive
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a stunning tiled fireplace with a wooden surround, taken from the showrooms of the Well Fire Company in Mayfair, London. The intricate details and craftsmanship of this fireplace are truly remarkable. Adolphe Augustus Boucher, a talented photographer for Bedford Lemere & Co. , expertly captured this image in 1908. The photograph provides us with an intimate glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when fireplaces were not only functional but also works of art. The Well Fire Co. Ltd. , who commissioned this photograph, recognized the beauty and elegance of their product and wanted to showcase it to potential clients. The composition is carefully framed so that only the fireplace itself is visible, emphasizing its grandeur and allowing viewers to appreciate every aspect of its design. The combination of vibrant tiles and rich wood creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that would have undoubtedly been a focal point in any room. Adolphe Augustus Boucher's skillful use of light brings out the texture and depth of each element within the frame, further enhancing our appreciation for this architectural masterpiece. This print serves as both a historical document capturing early 20th-century interior design trends and as an exquisite piece of art in its own right.
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