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St Pancras Hotel DD59_00075
ST PANCRAS HOTEL (or Midland Grand Hotel), Camden, London. St Pancras Hotel was built to the Italianate Gothic designs of Sir George Gilbert Scott in 1868-74. St Pancras Station is also visible stretching from right to left behind the hotel. Photographed by Harry Bedford Lemere after 1874. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 4050963
Filename: dd59_00075.jpg
Size: 4787 x 3933 (3.5MB)
Date: 29th September 2010
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
Job Title: Photographer
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This stunning photograph captures the grandeur and elegance of the St Pancras Hotel, also known as the Midland Grand Hotel, in Camden, London. Built between 1868 and 1874 to the Italianate Gothic designs of Sir George Gilbert Scott, the hotel is a true architectural masterpiece of the Victorian era. With its intricately detailed facade, tall arched windows, and ornate decorative elements, the St Pancras Hotel stands out as a testament to the opulence and sophistication of the time. Located near St Pancras Station, which is visible stretching from right to left behind the hotel, the St Pancras Hotel was a popular destination for travelers and high society figures. The railway station, which opened in 1868, was a major transportation hub that connected London to the rest of Europe, making the hotel an ideal place to stay for those making the journey. The photograph was taken by Harry Bedford Lemere after 1874, and the image captures the hotel in all its glory. Lemere, a renowned photographer of the time, expertly captured the play of light and shadow on the building's facade, highlighting its intricate details and textures. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the grandeur and elegance of Victorian London. Today, the St Pancras Hotel remains an iconic landmark and a popular tourist destination. It has been meticulously restored and transformed into a modern luxury hotel, retaining its original architectural features while offering contemporary comforts and amenities. This photograph serves as a reminder of the hotel's rich history and its enduring appeal as a symbol of Victorian grandeur and sophistication.
