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Sessions House, Preston BL18230a
Filename: bl18230a.jpg
Size: 3920 x 4807 (11.5MB)
Date: 23rd June 2011
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
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Sessions House, Preston BL18230a
SESSIONS HOUSE, Lancaster Road, Preston, Lancashire. Interior detail of a doorway in the barristers library at the County Sessions House. The court house was built between 1900 and 1903 to the designs of Henry Littler, the County architect, in an Edwardian Baroque style. The Bedford Lemere daybook records Goodall, Lamb and Heighway as clients. Photographed by H Bedford Lemere in 1904
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This print transports us back in time to the grandeur of Sessions House, Preston. The image showcases an exquisite interior detail of a doorway in the barristers library at the County Sessions House, revealing the architectural mastery of Henry Littler, the County architect. Built between 1900 and 1903, this magnificent court house stands as a testament to Edwardian Baroque style. Every intricate element has been meticulously crafted to exude elegance and sophistication. The photograph captures the essence of this era with its ornate design elements and attention to detail. The Bedford Lemere daybook reveals that Goodall, Lamb and Heighway were among those who commissioned this remarkable structure. It is evident that their vision was brought to life by H Bedford Lemere's expert lens in 1904. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing doorway, we are transported into a world where justice was served within these hallowed halls. The sheer beauty of the architecture evokes a sense of awe and reverence for our legal system's history. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our past, preserving not only an architectural masterpiece but also capturing a moment frozen in time. It allows us to appreciate both the skillful craftsmanship involved in creating such breathtaking structures and how they continue to shape our understanding of history today.
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