New Coal Exchange
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New Coal Exchange
Engaving depicting the coal exchange rebuilt 1847-49, to the designs of JB Bunning. Date: circa 1850
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Coal Depicting Engaving Exchange Rebuilt Bunning
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This engraving, dating back to circa 1850, captures the grandeur of the New Coal Exchange in its post-reconstruction glory. The Coal Exchange, located in London, England, was originally built in 1842 but was destroyed by fire just seven years later. In response, the exchange was rebuilt between 1847 and 1849, under the designs of the renowned architect JB Bunning. Bunning's design for the Coal Exchange was a masterclass in Victorian architectural elegance. The building's facade is adorned with intricate detailing, including ornate columns, arches, and carved stonework. The central dome, a prominent feature of the design, is crowned with a wrought-iron lantern, adding to the building's distinctive silhouette. The Coal Exchange was a hub of activity for the coal trade industry in the 19th century. Merchants and traders would gather here to buy and sell coal, which was a vital fuel source for the rapidly industrializing economy. However, this engraving does not depict any commercial activity. Instead, it offers a glimpse into the architectural beauty of the Coal Exchange, a testament to the grandeur and opulence of the Victorian era. The engraving, held by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical record of the New Coal Exchange in its prime. It provides us with a window into the past, allowing us to appreciate the architectural achievements of the time and the importance of the coal trade industry in shaping the economic landscape of 19th-century London.
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