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View of the Pantheon and adjoining premises on Oxford Street, Westminster, London, 1814
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View of the Pantheon and adjoining premises on Oxford Street, Westminster, London, 1814
View of the Pantheon and adjoining premises on Oxford Street, Westminster, London, 1814. Designed by James Wyatt, the Pantheon was a place of public entertainment that opened in 1772. It was destroyed by a fire in 1792 but was rebuilt in 1795, re-opening with a masquerade ball. It was converted into a theatre by NW Cundy in 1811-1812, but closed in 1814. The building later served as a bazaar, then as the offices of a wine merchant before being demolished in 1937 to make way for a branch of Marks and Spencer
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Oxford Street Pantheon Portico Aquatint City Of Westminster
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This print captures the grandeur of the Pantheon and its surroundings on Oxford Street in Westminster, London, in 1814. Designed by James Wyatt, this architectural masterpiece was initially established as a place of public entertainment in 1772. Unfortunately, it fell victim to a devastating fire in 1792 but was resiliently rebuilt and reopened with a magnificent masquerade ball in 1795. Intriguingly, the Pantheon underwent a transformation into a theater under NW Cundy's direction between 1811 and 1812. However, its theatrical journey came to an end just two years later when it closed its doors for good in 1814. Over time, this iconic building served various purposes - from being transformed into a bustling bazaar to housing the offices of a wine merchant. Nevertheless, progress eventually led to its demolition in 1937 to make way for one of Britain's beloved retail institutions: Marks and Spencer. The aquatint technique used to create this print beautifully showcases the stunning architecture and vibrant colors that adorned this historic location during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Now preserved within Guildhall Library and Art Gallery archives, this image provides us with an invaluable glimpse into London's rich cultural heritage. Let us cherish this visual testament to history as we reflect upon the ever-changing landscape of our cities throughout time.
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