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Horse and carriage BB88_04100
Filename: BB88_04100.jpg
Size: 5026 x 3760 (8.3MB)
Date: 17th July 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: 352643
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Horse and carriage BB88_04100
A carriage with a horse and coachman wait outside the Royal Courts of Justice in the Strand, London. This was a scene which only finally disappeared from London around 1920. The Courts were built in Gothic Revival style by G E Street in 1871-82. Campbells Press Studio post-1882
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This print transports us back in time to the bustling streets of Victorian London. In this snapshot, we witness a scene that was once an everyday occurrence but has now become a distant memory. A magnificent horse-drawn carriage stands proudly outside the iconic Royal Courts of Justice in the Strand, its regal presence adding an air of elegance and grandeur to the surroundings. The beautifully adorned carriage is manned by a distinguished coachman, who patiently waits for his passengers amidst a sea of people passing by. The majestic horse exudes strength and poise as it stands ready to transport its occupants through the city's labyrinthine streets. The architecture of the Courts themselves is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Built in Gothic Revival style between 1871 and 1882 by G E Street, these historic buildings have witnessed countless legal proceedings throughout their existence. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that such scenes were commonplace until around 1920 when modernization gradually replaced traditional modes of transportation with automobiles. It offers us a glimpse into an era where horses and carriages reigned supreme on London's streets. Preserved within Historic England Archive, this image captures not only a moment frozen in time but also encapsulates the essence of Victorian society - one filled with opulence, tradition, and timeless beauty.
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