The Punch was originally built in the 1840's ( see old photo here ) but was demolished and rebuilt in grand style in 1896. The exterior is covered in ceramic tiling to give a highly decorative effect. It sits on the corner of Queen Victoria Square between the Ferens art gallery and Carr Lane's 20th century excrescences.
What a fabulous building. So...baroque. Or something.
ReplyDeleteAn astonishing architecture, how many details!
ReplyDeleteMy gosh, this is a gorgeous building. Is it still a hotel? Thanks for having your photos set up to get larger when clicked!
ReplyDeleteVery colorful! Fun to see. Thanks.
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