Regent Street, London

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This photograph of Regent Street was taken in the 1920s as part of a ‘Sights of London’ series of 48 cigarette cards. The set was produced by J. A. Pattreiouex Ltd. – which later became Gallagher Group. The photograph shows Regent Street looking towards Oxford Circus – Piccadilly Circus is behind the photographer.
Regent Street was laid out in the early 1800s and completed in 1825. It was named after George IV, the the Prince Regent, and was the work of the architects John Nash and James Burton. The street is now a major shopping destination with many flagship retail stores, Burberry, Hamleys, and the Apple Store.
Image: © Brian Thurston
The same scene in October 2016. With the exception of the vehicles, not much has changed.
Image: © Steven Miell (TimeViews)
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