Madame Tussaud’s, London 1956
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This authentic 1950s colour photograph captures the exterior of the world-famous Madame Tussaud’s Exhibition on Marylebone Road, London. Taken in 1956, the image highlights a large, prominent sign advertising the “World Famous Exhibition,” noting that it is open daily from 10 a.m., including Sundays. The sign provides a fascinating look at mid-century economics, listing admission prices as 3/- (three shillings) for adults and 1/- (one shilling) for children. Standing beside the sign is a man in a sharp grey suit alongside a small child in a vintage metal-framed pushchair, illustrating a typical family outing of the era. The cream-coloured stone facade of the building features leaded windows and small display cases containing portraits of notable figures. This archival print is a charming record of London’s tourist history and social life during the fifties, making it a perfect resource for historical research, editorial use, or as a nostalgic print to display in your home.
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