The upper dome ring being hoisted into position during the construction of the Central Public Library

Date:
1930 - 1934
Location:
Central Public Library, St Peter's Square, Manchester
Reference:
BWS01/01/40
Type:
Photograph (Print)
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Description

The Central Public Library was designed by E Vincent Harris. The steel frames were manufactured by Banister, Walton and Co Ltd.

The image also shows a temporary erection tower (with posters attached), and workmen climbing an adjoining ladder. The time of the photograph, shown on the Town Hall clock in the background, is 1.35pm. The upper dome ring is shown halfway to its position.

Content

This is part of the Volume: BWS01/01 Banister, Walton And Co Ltd Steel Frame Buildings Photograph Album; within the Collection: BWS01 Banister Walton Steel Frame Buildings

Rights

Source: Historic England Archive

People & Organisations

Architect: Harris, Emanuel Vincent

Keywords

Early 20th Century Public Library, Construction, Engineering