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Old Temple Bar and the Devil Tavern, (1897). Creator: Unknown
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Old Temple Bar and the Devil Tavern, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Old Temple Bar and the Devil Tavern, (1897). Temple Bar in Fleet Street, shown here as it might have looked in the 18th century, was the principal ceremonial entrance to the City of London from the City of Westminster. The arch, made of Portland stone, was designed by Christopher Wren. (In the 19th century it became a bottleneck for traffic, and was dismantled. It was later re-erected near St Pauls Cathedral). From Old and New London, Volume I, by Walter Thornbury. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1897]
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Cassell Company Ltd Christopher Christopher Wren Coach Fleet Street Gate Gateway George Walter George Walter Thornbury Old And New London Public House Publisher Sir Christopher Sir Christopher Wren Tavern Temple Bar Thornbury Wren Archway Devil Tavern
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This print takes us back in time to the 18th century, showcasing the Old Temple Bar and the Devil Tavern. Located on Fleet Street, this iconic structure served as the grand ceremonial entrance from Westminster into the City of London. Designed by renowned architect Christopher Wren and constructed with elegant Portland stone, it stood as a symbol of architectural brilliance. In its heyday, Temple Bar was a bustling avenue filled with coaches, people going about their daily occupations, and lively pub-goers seeking refreshment at the famous Devil Tavern. The image captures not only the architectural beauty of this archway but also provides a glimpse into everyday life during that era. However, as time passed, Temple Bar became an unfortunate bottleneck for traffic flow in the 19th century. Consequently, it was dismantled before finding its new home near St Paul's Cathedral. Preserved within this monochrome photograph is not just a piece of British history but also Walter Thornbury's remarkable documentation from his publication "Old and New London". This print serves as a testament to our fascination with architecture and transport throughout different periods. The unknown creator behind this image has masterfully captured both the grandeur of Sir Christopher Wren's design and George Walter Thornbury's dedication to preserving historical moments through his publications. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back centuries ago to witness an enchanting street scene that once thrived with activity at Old Temple Bar.
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