Gargoyles that decorate the old city hall are said to be caricatures of Toronto politicians of 1899

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Gargoyles that decorate the old city hall are said to be caricatures of Toronto politicians of 1899

Date6/6/1972

Names

Lennon, Frank (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Gargoyles that decorate the old city hall are said to be caricatures of Toronto politicians of 1899. Edward Lennox of Toronto was architect.

Subject

Architecture

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0111400F

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