Willis Rooms, King Street, London

Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (1793-1864)

Price

£4,500

Signed

Signed

Medium

Watercolour and ink

Dimensions

5 ¾ x 8 ¼ inches

Exhibited

'Chris Beetles Summer Show 2023', Chris Beetles Gallery, London, June-September 2023;
'The London Show 1750-2025', Chris Beetles Gallery, London, March 2025

The Willis Assembly Rooms were built on the south side of King Street, St James's in 1765 to designs by Robert Mylne. Also known at Almack's after the original owner, a Scotsman. The great ballroom was 100 feet long and many exclusive balls and concerts were held
here. The site was at the junction of King Street and St James's Square.

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