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"May Meetings"in the Metropolis - interior of Exeter Hall, 1844
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"May Meetings"in the Metropolis - interior of Exeter Hall, 1844
" May Meetings" in the Metropolis - interior of Exeter Hall, 1844. Exeter Hall in the Strand, London:herein are held several anniversaries during the month of May. Our engraving represents one of these impressive reunions...The Great Hall is 90 feet broad, 138 in length, and 48 high, and is lighted by 18 large windows. It will hold 3000 persons with comfort, and 4000 crowded. The platform, at the east end, shown in our engraving, will accommodate 500 persons, and is fenced from the rest of the hall by a railing, within which is seated the chairman, surrounded by persons influential in convening the meeting, officers of the Society, &c. On very attractive occasions, the hall is crowded long before the proceedings commence, and ladies are to be seen at the doors early in the morning, waiting till the hour of opening. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I
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This print takes us back to the year 1844, capturing a significant event known as the "May Meetings" held at Exeter Hall in London. The grandeur of this historic building is evident as we gaze upon its impressive interior. Exeter Hall stands proudly on the Strand, hosting numerous anniversaries throughout the month of May. The Great Hall itself is an architectural marvel, measuring 90 feet broad, 138 feet long, and soaring up to a height of 48 feet. Illuminated by eighteen large windows, it exudes an air of elegance and magnificence. With a seating capacity comfortable for three thousand individuals or four thousand when crowded, this hall has witnessed countless momentous gatherings. In this particular engraving from the Illustrated London News of that time period, our attention is drawn towards the platform situated at the east end. This elevated space can accommodate five hundred people and is enclosed by a railing separating it from the rest of the hall. Here sits the chairman surrounded by influential figures who have convened this meeting along with officers of various societies. The popularity of these events often leads to early morning queues outside Exeter Hall's doors where eager attendees eagerly await entry into this hallowed space. It truly was an era where music filled these halls and important discussions took place under its roof. As we admire this remarkable photograph print captured by Unknown photographer in collaboration with Heritage Images, we are transported back to Victorian Britain - a time when architecture merged with history to create unforgettable moments within these walls.
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