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A view south-eastward from Bush House as far as Blackheath, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Gatehouse in Vigo Street leading to the Albany chambers, London, 1926-1927. Byron, Lord Lytton, Macaulay and Gladstone were all o Vigo Street

Oxford Street, London, 1880s (1926-1927). From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Lord Byrons house, 4 Bennet Street, St James, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
Lord Byrons house, 4 Bennet Street, St James, London, 1912. The home of English Romantic poet George Gordon Byron (1788-1824)

Sir James Thornhills house, 75 Dean Street, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
Sir James Thornhills house, 75 Dean Street, London, 1912. The home of English artist James Thornhill (1675-1734). Illustration from Famous Houses and Literary Shrines of London, by John Adcock

Alexander Popes house, Battersea, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
Alexander Popes house, Battersea, London, 1912. Alexander Pope (1688-1744) is considered one of the greatest English poets of the eighteenth century

Alexander Pope, Mawsons Row, Chiswick, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
Alexander Pope, Mawsons Row, Chiswick, London, 1912. Alexander Pope (1688-1744) lived with his parents in Mawson Row, Chiswick between 1716 and 1719

John Hunter, 18th century Scottish surgeon, (19th century). Artist: GH Adcock
John Hunter, 18th century Scottish surgeon, (19th century). Hunter (1728-1793) delivered a unique series of lectures on the theory and practice of surgery, which attracted many famous students

A shop front, Artillery Lane, off Bishopsgate, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
A shop front, Artillery Lane, off Bishopsgate, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Louis XIV and the Sister of Charity. Artist: GH Adcock
Louis XIV and the Sister of Charity. Although Louis (1638-1715) inherited the French crown in 1643, he did not actually take the reigns of power until the death of his Chief Minister

Thomas Young, English physicist and Egyptologist. Artist: GH Adcock
Thomas Young, English physicist and Egyptologist. By deciphering the Rosetta Stone, Young (1773-1829) made possible the translation of Egyptian hieroglyphs

Firewalking / Adcock
REGINALD ADCOCK, a volunteer, crosses the trench at Carshalton across which AHMED HUSSEIN had previously walked

Firewalking / Trench
Preparing the trench at Carshalton across which AHMED HUSSEIN and three volunteers, Adcock, Bold and Russell, subsequently walked

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"Adcock: A Journey Through London's Past" Step back in time and explore the rich history of London through the lens of Adcock. From the grandeur of Marylebone Town Hall, one of the most eminent new buildings in 1935, to the charm of an old pub on the River Thames in 1926-1927, Adcock captures moments frozen in time. On a wet winter evening in Bloomsbury, c1935, a book lover finds solace amidst the rain-soaked streets. The Grenadier in Wilton Mews stands as a testament to bygone days when coachmen would gather for their drinks. Barrels of molasses at West India Docks tell tales of trade and commerce that once thrived along these shores. Capturing breathtaking views from above, Adcock presents us with a mesmerizing view of London from 1926-1927. The Mitre tavern invites us into its cozy embrace while a greengrocer on Commercial Road reminds us of simpler times. The Elephant and Castle looms large as a symbol of bustling city life during this era. In Bishops Park, Fulham, we discover children playing joyfully in a sand pit - innocence preserved forever through Adcock's lens. But it is not just scenes from everyday life that captivate our attention; religious imagery also takes center stage. "Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?" asks GH Adcock's haunting creation from the 1830s - inviting contemplation and reflection upon deeper spiritual matters. Finally, night rain transforms pavements into pools reflecting shimmering lights - Calkin's masterpiece transports us to c1935 where beauty can be found even amidst gloomy weather. Join us on this journey through time as we uncover hidden stories within each photograph captured by Adcock. Experience London like never before and let your imagination wander through its vibrant past.