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Vaults a65_00065
Filename: aa65_00065.jpg
Size: 5060 x 3749 (2.1MB)
Date: 27th July 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
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Vaults a65_00065
Adelphi Terrace Vaults, London. Light flooding through apertures. The Adelphi Vaults were built in the 1770s by the Adam brothers. The vaults formed riverside warehousing, with a terrace of quality housing including the Royal Terrace (later the Adelphi Terrace) above. The construction of the Victorian Embankment removed its Thames frontage. Photographed by William A Clark in 1936
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Media ID 13746808
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the timeless beauty of the Adelphi Terrace Vaults in London. Built by the renowned Adam brothers in the 1770s, these vaults served as riverside warehousing, providing a vital link between trade and commerce during that era. The architectural brilliance of this structure is evident as light gracefully floods through its apertures, creating an ethereal ambiance within. The Adelphi Vaults were not just functional spaces; they formed part of a larger development that included the prestigious Royal Terrace (later known as Adelphi Terrace), which housed affluent residents above. This integration of quality housing with practical storage facilities was truly innovative for its time. However, progress inevitably took its toll on this historical gem. The construction of the Victorian Embankment resulted in the removal of its Thames frontage, altering both its physical appearance and purpose forever. Photographed by William A Clark in 1936, this image serves as a poignant reminder of London's rich architectural heritage. It showcases how even centuries-old structures can continue to captivate our imagination with their grandeur and elegance. As we gaze upon this photograph print today, we are transported back to a bygone era when craftsmanship and design merged seamlessly to create enduring masterpieces like the Adelphi Terrace Vaults.
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