Kew Gardens Postcard – Main Gates, Kew Green by Decimus Burton

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Kew Gardens Postcard – Main Gates, Kew Green by Decimus Burton

An elegant photographic tribute to the monumental 1846 entrance of London’s iconic Royal Botanic Gardens, designed by Decimus Burton.

Measurements: approx. 5 3/4 x 4 1/8 inches
Dates: not available
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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Crowned with sculpted urns and enriched with floral detailing, the Main Gates at Kew Green stand as a neoclassical invitation to one of the world’s most celebrated gardens. Their wrought ironwork, highlighted by gilded crests, reflects a Victorian mastery of design and a national reverence for scientific beauty.

The gates were designed by Decimus Burton and opened in 1846, marking a significant architectural contribution to the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. These Grade I listed gates, located near Richmond, are a symbolic threshold to the UNESCO World Heritage Site and a testament to Britain’s botanical heritage. This officially licensed postcard is issued by the Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and carries the estate’s heraldic mark — making it a standout piece of institutional ephemera.

Collectors will appreciate the historical precision and architectural elegance of this card, ideal for themes relating to London landmarks, Victorian architecture, or national garden history.

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