Rescued Plaque Honors Iconic Alice in Wonderland Illustrator

In a heartwarming turn of events, a green plaque that once adorned the former residence of renowned Alice in Wonderland illustrator Sir John Tenniel has been rescued and restored. The plaque, which was in a damaged state, was set to be discarded when Tenniel's Maida Vale home was demolished in 1959. However, the plaque was instead put into storage, where it remained for decades.

Now, nearly 100 years after its initial installation, the plaque has been carefully repaired by experts from English Heritage. It has been reinstalled in West Kensington, where Sir John Tenniel spent the final years of his life before passing away in 1914 at the age of 93. Tenniel was renowned for his iconic illustrations in Lewis Carroll's beloved Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, as well as his political cartoons.

The preservation and relocation of this historic plaque serves as a fitting tribute to the life and work of the legendary artist, ensuring that his legacy continues to be celebrated and remembered in the very place he called home during his later years.