Green Gate Tavern, City Road
1854
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1854
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a London pub in 1854 where people watch a play. It’s from the series *Paul Pry*, named for a nosy main character. The crowd seems more interested in talking than the stage. Look closely: many faces turn away. A man lights a pipe. Across the street, the Eagle pub drew big crowds too. Check out prints by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer.
