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Boston Guildhall IC279_001
Guildhall, South Street, Boston, Lincolnshire. Cut-away illustration of the Guildhall, showing figures at work in the ground floor kitchen, a prisoner sitting in one of the gaol cells directly below the 16th century courtroom and a panelled Georgian room on the first floor. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 24017275
Filename: IC279_001.jpg
Size: 3831 x 3060 (2.3MB)
Date: 2nd November 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Illustrator
Kitchen Medieval Town Hall Tudor Court House Courtroom Guildhall
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This print showcases the remarkable Boston Guildhall, located on South Street in Lincolnshire. The image provides a unique cut-away illustration of this historic building, revealing its intriguing interior spaces and activities that took place within its walls throughout the centuries. In the foreground, we are presented with a bustling ground floor kitchen where figures can be seen diligently working. This depiction offers a glimpse into the daily life and culinary practices of the time, evoking a sense of nostalgia for bygone eras. Directly below the 16th century courtroom lies an atmospheric gaol cell, housing a solitary prisoner. This somber portrayal transports us to an era when justice was administered within these very walls, reminding us of the harsh realities faced by those who found themselves on the wrong side of the law. Moving upwards to the first floor, we encounter a beautifully panelled Georgian room. Its elegant design and intricate details provide evidence of how this space evolved over time to accommodate changing architectural styles and societal needs. The Boston Guildhall is not merely an ordinary court house or town hall; it is steeped in medieval history and serves as a testament to England's rich heritage. Allan T Adams' skillful photography captures both its grandeur and intimate moments frozen in time.
