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St James Street, London
St James Street, London - Street Crowded with people and vehicles. Decorations on Lamp posts. Part of Box 247 Boswell Collection. St Jamess Street is the principal street in the district of St James s, central London, England. It runs from Piccadilly downhill to St Jamess Palace and Pall Mall. The main gatehouse of the palace is at the southern end of the road, and in the 17th century Clarendon House faced down the street across Piccadilly, located where Albemarle Street is now situated. Date: circa 1900
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Crowded Decorations Downhill Lamp Piccadilly Posts Principal Runs Vehicles
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1. Title: A Bustling Scene on St James Street, London, circa 1900 St James Street, London, circa 1900, presents a vibrant and lively image of the past. This charming photograph, part of the Boswell Collection, showcases the bustling street filled with an abundance of people and vehicles. The scene is further enhanced by the decorative adornments on the lamp posts, adding a touch of festivity to the already lively atmosphere. St James Street is the primary artery of the St James district in central London, England. Running from Piccadilly downhill towards St James Palace and Pall Mall, the street has a rich history dating back to the 17th century. The main gatehouse of St James Palace, a significant historical landmark, is located at the southern end of the road. In the early 17th century, Clarendon House stood proudly across Piccadilly, where Albemarle Street now lies. The photograph captures the essence of London's bustling streets during the late Victorian era. The crowd of people, dressed in fashionable attire of the time, are engaged in various activities, from shopping to socializing. Horse-drawn carriages and vehicles navigate the narrow streets, adding to the cacophony of sounds and sights. The decorative lamp posts, adorned with festive bows and garlands, add a sense of cheer to the scene, making it a truly enchanting snapshot of London's history.
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