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Lyons Popular Cafe BL18609
THE POPULAR CAFE, Piccadilly, London. Restaurant interior from the entrance with tables set and ready for customers. The start of a new restaurant venture for Lyons, the Popular Cafe opened to the public on 10 October 1904 with seating for 2000. This is where the band leader Victor Sylvester started his career by providng musical accompaniment for the diners every afternoon. It closed in July 1939 at the outset of the second world war. Photographed by Bedford Lemere for J Lyons & Co a few days before the grand opening
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Media ID 1344490
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Edwardian Leisure Recreation Table
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of historic London dining with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle featuring "The Popular Cafe BL18609" by Bedford Lemere from Historic England. This intriguing puzzle showcases a vibrant image of Piccadilly's iconic Lyons Popular Cafe, captured at the moment of its grand opening. Delve into the rich history of this iconic restaurant as you set the tables and prepare for the influx of eager customers. With intricate details and stunning colors, this jigsaw puzzle is the perfect way to engage your mind and transport yourself back in time. Bring history to life in the comfort of your own home and create lasting memories with this captivating puzzle from Media Storehouse.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> Historic Images
> Famed Photographers
> Bedford Lemere Collection (1860s-1944)
> Historic Images
> Historic Images 1920s to 1940s
> Historic Images
> More Lost London
> The way we were
> Leisure
> Eating out
> The way we were
> Leisure
> Entertainment
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the grand opening of Lyons Popular Cafe, located on Piccadilly in London. The restaurant interior is beautifully captured from the entrance, showcasing tables elegantly set and ready for customers. It was a momentous occasion for Lyons as they embarked on their new restaurant venture, welcoming the public on 10 October 1904. With seating capacity for an impressive 2000 people, this establishment aimed to provide a luxurious dining experience to its patrons. Little did they know that this would be where renowned band leader Victor Sylvester would begin his illustrious career by providing enchanting musical accompaniment every afternoon. Photographed by Bedford Lemere just days before the grand opening, this image exudes Edwardian charm and captures a snapshot of leisurely moments amidst bustling city life. The recreation of this scene transports us into an era when fine dining was cherished and socializing over delectable meals held great importance. Sadly, like many establishments at the onset of World War II, Lyons Popular Cafe closed its doors in July 1939. However, through this photograph we can still appreciate its architectural beauty and imagine the lively conversations that once filled these walls. Bedford Lemere's skillful lens has preserved a piece of history; it allows us to glimpse into an era long gone but not forgotten. This print serves as a testament to both artistic craftsmanship and cultural heritage - reminding us how even seemingly ordinary spaces can hold extraordinary stories within them.
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