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The Reconstruction of the Grosvenor Hotel, the Reading Room (b / w photo)
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The Reconstruction of the Grosvenor Hotel, the Reading Room (b / w photo)
1600453 The Reconstruction of the Grosvenor Hotel, the Reading Room (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reconstruction of the Grosvenor Hotel, the Reading Room. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 December 1900.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23065660
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Grosvenor Hotel Hotels Reading Room Reconstruction
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This photograph, titled "The Reconstruction of the Grosvenor Hotel, the Reading Room" takes us back in time to early 20th century London. The image captures a pivotal moment in history when the iconic Grosvenor Hotel underwent reconstruction. The photo showcases the elegant reading room of this grand hotel, which was known for its opulence and sophistication. The room is filled with exquisite details - from ornate chandeliers hanging from high ceilings to intricately carved wooden bookshelves lining the walls. Sunlight streams through large windows, casting a soft glow on rows of plush armchairs and tables adorned with books and newspapers. Taken by an English photographer whose identity remains unknown but whose talent shines through this image, it offers a glimpse into an era long gone. This particular print belongs to a private collection and was originally featured as an illustration in The Illustrated London News on December 15th, 1900. As we gaze at this photograph today, we are transported back to a time when hotels were not just places to stay but also social hubs where people gathered for intellectual pursuits or leisurely reading sessions. It serves as a reminder of how architecture can shape our experiences and evoke nostalgia for bygone eras.
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