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The Shakspeare Commemoration in London: unveiling a bust of Shakspeare..., Agricultural Hall, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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The Shakspeare Commemoration in London: unveiling a bust of Shakspeare..., Agricultural Hall, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Shakspeare Commemoration in London: unveiling a bust of Shakspeare at the Agricultural Hall, 1864. View of a ' musical and dramatic fete at the Agricultural Hall, Islington...[There] were dramatic recitals by Mr. Henry Marston, Mr. James Bennett, Mr. J. L. Toole, and Mr. Paul Bedford (by the kind permission of B. Webster, Esq.). At ten o'clock the colossal Tercentenary Bust, modelled for the occasion by Mr. Charles Bacon, was crowned by the people at the hands of Tragedy and Comedy, and the grand chorale "England's Minstrel King" was sung by a monster choir...The hall was decorated with one hundred Shakspearean banners. The famous hostelries of Shakspeare's time, including the Boar's Head, East Chepe; the Falcon, the Mermaid, the Devil, and the Tabard, in Southwark, were revived, to supply, in addition to the ordinary refreshments, sack, canary, capons, venison pasties, and other dishes and liqueurs of the Elizabethan era, the attendants being clad in the costume of the period. The band and chorus, of 2000, was conducted by Mr. Benedict'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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Celebrating the Bard - A Momentous Occasion in Victorian London
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment in history - the unveiling of a bust of William Shakespeare at the Agricultural Hall, Islington, on April 23rd, 1864. The grand event marked three centuries since Shakespeare's birth and was attended by thousands who gathered to pay tribute to the iconic playwright.
The scene is set with dramatic flair as Tragedy and Comedy crown the colossal Tercentenary Bust, modelled by Charles Bacon. Amidst a sea of Shakspearean banners, attendees donned period costumes, immersing themselves in an Elizabethan era experience. The air was filled with music and laughter as a monster choir sang "England's Minstrel King" under the direction of Benedict.
The hall itself was transformed into a lively tavern from Shakespeare's time, complete with revivals of famous hostelries like the Boar's Head and the Mermaid. Refreshments included sack, canary wine, capons, venison pasties, and other delicacies reminiscent of Elizabethan England.
This photograph is more than just a snapshot - it represents a celebration of artistry, culture, and heritage that continues to inspire us today. The Shakspeare Commemoration in London serves as a testament to the enduring power of Shakespeare's works and the joy they bring to people from all walks of life.
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