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Plan of the new Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Plan of the new Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Plan of the new Agricultural Hall, Islington, [London], 1862. The hall...has entrances from all sides. Its central position, as regards the various railway termini (with all of which it is in direct communication by means of the New-road) renders it well adapted for the purposes for which it is intended...The western facade...is the principal; and here there are two lofty towers and a bold carriage entrance. The construction is of yellow brick, with bands and arches of red bricks. At the eastern end, nearly facing Islington-green, is an archway of brickwork similar in character, with a covered way leading from it to the hall...One thousand tons of iron are used in its construction, and the roofing contains nine miles of iron sashbar, upwards of one acre of glass, and two acres of slating, whilst the space afforded by the galleries is considerably above an acre. The towers referred to are constructed with a view to assist ventilation. The iron pillars which support the central portions of the fabric form draining-tubes from the roof to the basement and the draining appliances beneath'
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Agricultural Hall Agricultural Show Architectural Drawing Islington London England Plan Show Thoroughfare Liverpool Road
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This stunning print captures the intricate and detailed plan of the new Agricultural Hall in Islington, London, dating back to 1862. The hall is described as having entrances from all sides, making it easily accessible for visitors coming from various railway termini. The western facade stands out with its two lofty towers and bold carriage entrance, constructed with yellow and red bricks.
The architectural marvel boasts a construction of one thousand tons of iron, nine miles of iron sashbar in the roofing, over an acre of glass, and two acres of slating. The space provided by the galleries alone exceeds an acre in size. The towers were strategically designed to aid ventilation within the building.
Not only does this plan showcase the grandeur and scale of the Agricultural Hall but also highlights its innovative features such as iron pillars serving as draining tubes from roof to basement. Additionally, a covered way leads from an archway at the eastern end towards Islington-green.
This historical image serves as a window into Victorian-era architecture and engineering prowess, showcasing how meticulous planning went into creating structures that stood the test of time.
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