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The Station Public House, formerly The Stoneleigh Hotel, The Broadway, Stoneleigh, Ewell, Surrey. Built in 1934-5. Detail of a painted corbel bracket depicting a laughing face near the entrance. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 13245279
Filename: DP152340.jpg
Size: 4052 x 4207 (7.1MB)
Date: 25th November 2014
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive. Derek
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
Corbel Detail Emotion Listed Grade Ii
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This print captures the essence of joy and mirth, frozen in time on a painted corbel bracket at The Station Public House. Formerly known as The Stoneleigh Hotel, this historic establishment stands proudly on The Broadway in Stoneleigh, Ewell, Surrey. Built with meticulous craftsmanship between 1934-5, it has become an architectural gem that continues to charm visitors. The focal point of this image is a delightful detail - a laughing face adorning one of the corbel brackets near the entrance. This whimsical depiction exudes an infectious sense of humor that instantly brings a smile to anyone who gazes upon it. With its exaggerated features and mischievous expression, this cheeky character seems to have been plucked from another era and placed here for our amusement. Listed Grade II by Historic England, this photograph not only showcases the intricate beauty of architectural design but also preserves a moment in history when laughter echoed through these walls. It serves as a reminder that even amidst grandeur and formality, there is always room for lightheartedness and cheer. Derek Kendall's expert eye has captured every nuance of emotion within this small yet significant detail. Through his lens, he invites us into a world where artistry meets playfulness - where stone can come alive with personality. In preserving this snapshot from our pasts, we are reminded that buildings hold stories beyond their physical structures; they carry memories etched into every nook and cranny. And so does.
