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Banquet given at the Crystal Palace by Sir Joseph and Lady Paxton, 1860. Creator: Smyth
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Banquet given at the Crystal Palace by Sir Joseph and Lady Paxton, 1860. Creator: Smyth
Banquet given at the Crystal Palace by Sir Joseph and Lady Paxton, 1860. Sir Joseph and Lady Paxton gave a charming fete at their beautiful residence, Rockhills, adjoining the Crystal Palace. The company included the Duchess of Sutherland, the Duke and Duchess of Argyll, the Marquis and Marchioness of Normanby, the Marquis of Stafford, the Marquis of Hartington, Earl and Countess Stanhope, the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Mrs. Gladstone, the Right Hon. Sidney Herbert, M.P. and Mrs. Herbert, Lord John Manners, M.P. Lady Louisa Cavendish and the Hon. Miss Cavendish, the Right Hon. Sir John Pakington, M.P. and about 300 gentlemen and ladies, including many members of Parliament and eminent scientific and literary men. After enjoying a promenade in the grounds attached to Sir Joseph's villa, the company, at seven o'clock, proceeded to the north wing of the Crystal Palace, where an elegant dinner was served, covers being laid for 350 persons. After the banquet a ball was improvised, and at ten o'clock the whole upper range of fountains in the Crystal Palace gardens were set in motion, and illumined with various coloured lights, the effect of which upon the falling water was singularly beautiful'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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This photograph captures the grandeur and elegance of a banquet given by Sir Joseph and Lady Paxton at the Crystal Palace in 1860. The event took place at their residence, Rockhills, which was situated adjacent to the Crystal Palace. The distinguished guest list included notable figures such as the Duchess of Sutherland, the Duke and Duchess of Argyll, the Marquis and Marchioness of Normanby, the Marquis of Stafford, the Marquis of Hartington, Earl and Countess Stanhope, the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Mrs. Gladstone, the Right Hon. Sidney Herbert, M.P. and Mrs. Herbert, Lord John Manners, M.P., Lady Louisa Cavendish and the Hon. Miss Cavendish, and Sir John Pakington, M.P., among others. The evening began with a promenade in the gardens attached to Sir Joseph's villa. At seven o'clock, the company moved to the north wing of the Crystal Palace for an elegant dinner, with seating for 350 guests. After the banquet, a spontaneous ball was held. At ten o'clock, the upper range of fountains in the Crystal Palace gardens were set in motion and illuminated with various colored lights, creating a stunning visual effect upon the falling water. This photograph, taken from the Illustrated London News in 1860, offers a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of Victorian society, with its grand banquets, elegant attire, and distinguished guests. The Crystal Palace, with its innovative design and advanced technology, served as the perfect backdrop for such an event, showcasing the ingenuity and sophistication of the era.
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