Edward Salomons

New West End Synagogue, Bayswater, London

Edward Salomons (1828–1906) was an Anglo-Jewish architect based in Manchester, working in the late 19th century.[1] He is noted for his architecture in various Gothic Revival and Italianate styles.[2]

Prominent commissions in Manchester include the current grade II* listed Manchester Jewish Museum (1875) and Manchester Reform Club [2] and the now demolished Exhibition Hall, built for the city's Art Treasures Exhibition (1857).[3] In London he assisted the design of the Agnew Gallery on Old Bold Street (1876) and the now grade I listed New West End Synagogue (1863).[1]

References

  1. 1 2 "Edward Salomons". Dictionary of Scottish Architects. Retrieved 2009-01-14.
  2. 1 2 C. Hartwell (2001). Manchester. Pevsner Architectural Guides. Yale University Press. p. 143.
  3. ↑ John J. Parkinson-Bailey (2000). Manchester: An Architectural History. Manchester University Press. p. 77. ISBN 0-7190-5606-3.


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