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Tropical Plants in the Egyptian Room, Crystal Palace, Sydenham, 1854 (b / w photo)
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Tropical Plants in the Egyptian Room, Crystal Palace, Sydenham, 1854 (b / w photo)
STC61530 Tropical Plants in the Egyptian Room, Crystal Palace, Sydenham, 1854 (b/w photo) by Delamotte, Philip Henry (1820-89); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22598012
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
1851 Bystander Crystal Palace Giant Glasshouse Great Exhibition Palm Tree Top Hat
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This photograph captures the enchanting beauty of the Tropical Plants in the Egyptian Room at Crystal Palace, Sydenham in 1854. The image, taken by Philip Henry Delamotte, showcases a stunning glasshouse filled with an abundance of lush palm trees and vibrant plants. In this Victorian-era scene, a male bystander wearing a top hat stands amidst the towering greenery, emphasizing the scale and grandeur of this magnificent space. The Crystal Palace was renowned for its architectural brilliance during the Great Exhibition held in London in 1851. The photograph transports us back to a time when botanical wonders were celebrated as works of art. It reflects both the fascination with exotic flora from distant lands and the innovative engineering that allowed such delicate plants to thrive within a controlled environment. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of London's rich cultural heritage and its status as an epicenter for artistic expression. This image is part of The Stapleton Collection housed in a private collection but made available for public appreciation. Through Delamotte's lens, we can appreciate not only his skillful photography but also gain insight into how people marveled at nature's diversity even centuries ago. This remarkable piece serves as a testament to human curiosity and our enduring desire to explore and understand our natural world.
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