Splendid LEGO Construction Set Recreates the Aesthetic of Victorian-Edwardian 21st Century London
In the heart of LEGO Ideas, a captivating creation by Bricky_Brick invites viewers to explore the intricate world of London in 1901. This intricate LEGO build offers a glimpse into the bustling streets, warm homes, and creative spirit of the city during a time of significant societal changes and modern inventions.
As London entered the new century, it was a city in transition. Rapid urbanization, industrial growth, and the need for modernization in housing, public health, and transport infrastructure were shaping the metropolis[1]. Overcrowded dwellings, improved sanitation, and technological advancements like electric trams, early motor vehicles, and telephones were becoming integral parts of daily life.
Bricky_Brick's LEGO build masterfully captures this era, featuring a four-storey architectural ensemble with a front facade that represents a bustling street adorned with Victorian and Edwardian architectural details. Flipping the build over reveals more than 13 different mini dioramas, showcasing various cultural elements of the time such as fireplace living rooms, coppers, rats, vintage cars, typewriters, and people dressed in Victorian fashion.
The build includes 12 minifigures, each dressed appropriately for the times and depicting different social classes. The elites are dressed flamboyantly, while the middle and lower classes are dressed humbly. The LEGO build also features a traditional post office, a poster/signage shop, a grocery store, a luthier, a street photographer, a policeman, and passage vaults.
The time period of 1901 was considered a time of hope and change for most Londoners. Penny-farthing cycles, candles, and gas lamps were still common, while cars were becoming popular, replacing horse-drawn carriages, and electricity was becoming a mainstay in homes. The movie camera and radio were also invented during this time.
In this LEGO build, Queen Victoria's passing and the ascension of her son, King Edward, are symbolically represented. If the LEGO Ideas build receives the necessary votes, it could potentially become a box set available for purchase, allowing LEGO enthusiasts to step back in time and experience the charm and challenges of London in 1901.
[1] https://www.britannica.com/topic/London-history/The-20th-century-to-the-present
In this captivating LEGO build, Bricky_Brick depicts the lifestyle, fashion, and societal changes of London in 1901, featuring various events such as Queen Victoria's passing and the ascension of King Edward. The build includes mini dioramas showcasing cultural elements of the time, including home interiors, transportation, and a diverse range of minifigures representing different social classes, enriching the home-and-garden and fashion-and-beauty scene of the era.
