Stories
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Building a dream in the garden suburbs
In the late 19th century a ‘garden suburb’ promised a retreat from London’s dirt and crowds. See how this new concept was developed to appeal to the health concerns of the literary classes.
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John Walter on ‘Alien Sex Club’
I’m a painter, but I make worlds.
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Sharing Nature: Parks for people
Paula Broom’s photograph of Sydney’s Centennial Park shows the complexity and joy we find in urban greenery.
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The Crystal Palace, London: the lily pond. Photograph, 1851/1862.
Date: 1851-1862Reference: 567792i- Pictures
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The Crystal Palace, London: the Egyptian Court (?). Photograph, 1854/1862.
Date: 1854-1862Reference: 567779i- Pictures
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The Crystal Palace, London (?): an exhibit of sea-shells. Photograph, 1851/1862.
Date: 1851-1862Reference: 567771i- Pictures
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The Crystal Palace, London: a sculpture gallery. Photograph by the London Stereoscopic Company, 1851/1862.
Date: 1851-1862Reference: 567749i- Pictures
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The Crystal Palace during its re-erection at Sydenham, London: metal girders. Photograph by Philip Delamotte, ca. 1854.
Delamotte, Philip H. (Philip Henry), 1821-1889.Date: 1854Reference: 580000i