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Whitehall Place CC97_00925
Filename: cc97_00925.jpg
Size: 4910 x 3840 (8.4MB)
Date: 26th September 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
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Whitehall Place CC97_00925
WHITEHALL PLACE, City of Westminster, London. Horse-drawn hansom cabs are waiting for fares outside the recently built National Liberal Club in the Victorian equivalent of a taxi rank. The small hut to the foreground is a cabmans shelter, which offered some refuge from the elements. York & Son image taken some time between 1887 and 1900
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Whitehall Place, City of Westminster, London: A Snapshot of Urban Victorian Life This photograph, taken by York & Sons Ltd between 1887 and 1900, offers a glimpse into the bustling urban landscape of Victorian London. The scene unfolds at Whitehall Place, a bustling thoroughfare in the heart of the city, where horse-drawn hansom cabs line the streets, ready to whisk passengers away to their destinations. The recently built National Liberal Club, a prominent structure in the background, stands as a testament to the architectural grandeur of the era. Its imposing facade, adorned with intricate details and ornate decorations, reflects the optimism and prosperity of the Victorian age. But the true focus of this image lies at the foreground, where a horse-drawn cab rank comes to life. A cabman's shelter, a small hut offering some respite from the elements, stands at the center of the action. Here, cabbies wait patiently for their next fare, their horses tethered nearby, their cab doors open and inviting. The horses, strong and sturdy, seem unfazed by the hustle and bustle around them. Their calm demeanor adds a sense of tranquility to the otherwise chaotic scene. The cobblestone streets, lined with gas lamps and the occasional tree, contribute to the overall charm of this Victorian tableau. This photograph, with its intricate details and rich history, invites us to step back in time and explore the intricacies of urban life during the Victorian era. It is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the people who navigated the streets of London, relying on horse-drawn cabs as their primary mode of transportation. A snapshot of history, frozen in time, that continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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