Edward Salomons

Edward Salomons (1828–1906) was an English architect based in Manchester, active in the late 19th century.[1] He is known for his architecture in the Gothic Revival and Italianate styles.[2]

New West End Synagogue, Bayswater, London

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

References
  1. "Edward Salomons". Dictionary of Scottish Architects. Retrieved 14 January 2009.
  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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