Marylebone Road, Marylebone, London
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Marylebone Road, Marylebone, London
Marylebone Road, Marylebone, London, looking east across Edgware Road from Sussex Gardens. Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 14266727
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Bicycle Bicycles Blind Blinds Costumier Edgware Marylebone Pedestrians Signs Sunblind Sunblinds Traffic
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1. Title: "A Glimpse of Marylebone Road, London: A Vibrant Edwardian Scene of People, Buildings, and Transport" This evocative photograph captures the bustling energy of Marylebone Road in London during the Edwardian era, circa 1905. Taken from Sussex Gardens, the image looks eastward across Edgware Road, revealing a rich tapestry of urban life. Pedestrians, dressed in fashionable Edwardian attire, navigate the pavement, their determined strides contrasting with the leisurely pace of cyclists who weave through the traffic. The sun casts long shadows on the cobblestone street, while the sunblinds of the shops along the road sway gently in the breeze. The buildings lining the street display a diverse range of architectural styles, from the ornate facades of grand houses to the more modest shopfronts. Signs and advertisements adorn the walls, enticing passersby with their promises of goods and services. Transport plays a significant role in this scene, with horse-drawn carts, bicycles, and motorcars sharing the narrow road. The clatter of hooves and the hum of engines create a symphony of urban sounds, punctuated by the occasional cry of a street vendor or the laughter of children playing nearby. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily life of Marylebone Road during the early 20th century. The image invites us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of this vibrant and bustling London thoroughfare.
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