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The Burning of the Queens Hotel, Southsea, 8 December (engraving)
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The Burning of the Queens Hotel, Southsea, 8 December (engraving)
1628722 The Burning of the Queens Hotel, Southsea, 8 December (engraving) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of the Queens Hotel, Southsea, 8 December. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 December 1901.
Fred T Jane); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23076136
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Fires Hampshire Queens Hotel Southsea
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This print captures the dramatic scene of "The Burning of the Queens Hotel, Southsea" on 8 December. The engraving, created by Jane, Fred T. in 1901, showcases a moment frozen in time during this devastating event. The image transports us back to that fateful day when flames engulfed the iconic Queens Hotel in Southsea, Hampshire. The intensity of the fire is palpable as billowing smoke fills the air and engulfs the grand structure. The artist's meticulous attention to detail allows us to witness every intricate architectural feature being consumed by the inferno. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we can't help but feel a sense of awe mixed with sadness for what was lost that day. The Queens Hotel stood as a symbol of elegance and luxury before its tragic demise. This engraving originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on 14 December 1901, serving as a visual testament to one of Southsea's most significant fires. It serves as both a reminder of our vulnerability to destructive forces and an homage to those who witnessed or fought against this calamity. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from their private collection so that future generations can appreciate its historical significance and reflect upon the power and resilience displayed amidst such catastrophic events like "The Burning of the Queens Hotel. "
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