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This antique stereoview card by G.W. Wilson & Co. showcases a nice non-standard view of the national pavilion for the England, United Kingdom, at the 1876 Centennial world's fair believed to be designed by Thomas Harris and Charles L. Eastlake. Mr. Eastlake is the man whose ideas on strong simple, Medieval inspired cabinet work and interior architecture gave us the American version of the "Eastlake Style." It is complete with exposed timber framing, towering chimneys, and a prominent entrance stairway. Details such as railway tracks, fencing, and period structures evoke the dynamic atmosphere of 19th-century rail travel. Designed for stereoscopic viewers, this card brings historical depth and visual clarity to a key moment in Blackpool’s transportation evolution.
The English buildings helped spread the styles based on English late Medieval and Renaissance architecture, although it was really H.H. Richardson who invented the American Queen Anne Style as it is recognized today.
Condition:
Mild wear on edges and corners, typical aging on mount, and light surface marks. Image remains crisp and detailed; no creases or major flaws. Blank reverse with soft discoloration.Note: This stereoview card is a large-format card roughly 4" in height.Free Ground Shipping in the US. Priority shipping available at buyer's expense.
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