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Scene in the Strand at Night, c1860, (1942). Creator: Willem de Famars Testas
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Scene in the Strand at Night, c1860, (1942). Creator: Willem de Famars Testas
Scene in the Strand at Night, c1860, (1942). Nightlife in one of Londons main streets: carriages and crowds of people outside brightly-lit establishments. A sign on the right advertises Turkish Divan, probably a smoking room. From " Life Among the English", by Rose Macaulay. [Collins, London, 1942]
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Scene in the Strand at Night, c1860 (1942) - A Glimpse into Victorian London's Vibrant Nightlife
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. This photo print, captured by Willem de Famars Testas and featured in Rose Macaulay's book "Life Among the English" offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the bustling streets of 19th-century London. The scene depicts one of London's main thoroughfares, the Strand, illuminated by gas lamps and alive with activity. In this vibrant snapshot of history, carriages traverse the cobblestone road while crowds of elegantly dressed people mill about outside brightly-lit establishments. A sign on the right advertises Turkish Divan, likely a popular smoking room during that era. The image showcases not only transportation but also captures elements of fashion and social class prevalent at that time. The photograph transports us back to an era when gas lighting was still widely used and hoop skirts were fashionable attire for women. It evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone age as we witness scenes from everyday life in Victorian Britain. Through this remarkable visual documentation, we catch glimpses of both wealth and poverty coexisting side by side on these historic streets. From well-dressed ladies stepping out from carriages to beggars seeking alms under dimly lit lampposts – it is an encapsulation of society's stark contrasts. As we delve into this historical treasure trove preserved through photography, we are reminded once again that every corner holds stories waiting to be discovered - tales woven within the fabric of our collective past.
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