Holland House in 1907 by J. Benjamin Stone - Garden Steps

John Benjamin Stone (1838-1914) was a British politician, photographer and philanthropist. He was born on 9 February 1838 in Birmingham, England, and died on 2 July 1914. Stone was a prominent figure in late 19th and early 20th century Britain, known for his contributions in various fields. Political career: Stone was a Member of Parliament for Birmingham from 1895 to 1910. He was associated with the Liberal Unionist Party, a political party formed in the late 19th century in the United Kingdom. Aside from his political career, Stone was also a keen photographer. He documented various aspects of life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His photographic work includes images of people, landscapes and events of historical significance. Stone used his camera to capture the social and cultural life of his time.