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Mount Royal Hotel CC76_000809
Filename: cc76_00809.jpg
Size: 5366 x 4022 (3.6MB)
Date: 11th October 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Mount Royal Hotel CC76_000809
Mount Royal Hotel, Oxford Street, Marylebone, City of Westminster, Greater London. n elevated view looking across Oxford Street towards the Mount Royal Hotel
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 26522021
© Historic England Archive
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Herbert Leo Felton transports us back in time to the bustling streets of Marylebone, City of Westminster, in Greater London. The image captures an elevated view across Oxford Street, with its vibrant energy and constant flow of people going about their daily lives. At the heart of this scene stands the magnificent Mount Royal Hotel, a true testament to modernist architecture. The hotel's sleek design and clean lines perfectly embody the spirit of the era it was built in. Its towering presence adds a touch of grandeur to the surrounding landscape, while seamlessly blending into its urban surroundings. As we gaze at this photograph, we can't help but marvel at how effortlessly this architectural gem harmonizes with its environment. Felton's keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate not only the hotel itself but also the intricate tapestry that is city life. From pedestrians crossing busy intersections to vehicles navigating through traffic, every element within this frame tells a story. As we delve deeper into this historic snapshot, it becomes clear that Felton has captured more than just a building; he has immortalized an entire era. This photograph serves as a visual time capsule that invites us to reflect on our past while appreciating how far we have come. In essence, Felton's work reminds us that behind every structure lies a rich history waiting to be discovered - stories woven into bricks and mortar that shape our cities and communities for generations to come.
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