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Mrs. Salmons Waxworks Museum, Fleet Street
Mrs. Salmons Waxworks Museum, at the Horn Tavern, 17 Fleet Street. It had 140 wax figures and was run by Mrs. Clark from 1760 until 1812. Copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith after original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries from his J.T. Smiths Antiquities of London and its Environs, J. Sewell, R. Folder, J. Simco, London, 1793
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Antiquaries Antiquities College Environs Exchange Financier Folder Founder Gresham Member Merchant Salmons Sewell Simco Waxworks Fleet Smith
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Mrs. Salmon's Waxworks Museum at the Horn Tavern, 17 Fleet Street, was a popular attraction in 18th century London. Run by Mrs. Clark, this unique establishment featured 140 intricately detailed wax figures, showcasing various historical, mythological, and contemporary figures. The museum was a must-visit for both locals and tourists, offering a glimpse into the past and a chance to engage with history in a way that was not possible through traditional texts or paintings. Among the figures on display were depictions of famous English merchants and financiers, such as Sir Thomas Gresham, the founder of the Royal Exchange and the College of London. The figures were so lifelike that they were often mistaken for the real people, and visitors would engage in conversation with them, believing they were interacting with the historical figures themselves. This stunning copperplate engraving of Mrs. Salmon's Waxworks Museum was created by John Thomas Smith, based on original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries. The engraving, published in Smith's "Antiquities of London and its Environs," provides a detailed and accurate record of the museum as it appeared in the late 18th century. The intricate details of the figures and the architectural features of the Horn Tavern are beautifully rendered, offering a glimpse into the past and a testament to the skill of the engraver and the Society of Antiquaries. The engraving, published by J. Sewell, R. Folder, and J. Simco in London in 1793, remains an important historical document and a valuable record of a unique and intriguing aspect of London's rich history.
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