By the early 1750s, a new Corn Exchange building was constructed on Mark Lane in London. This illustration of the Corn Factors Exchange found in the Ice Box Archive, [Pictured to the right] was published in Gentleman's Magazine (or, Monthly Intelligencer) in March 1753. Shown is a three story building with a front facade of Doric columns. The perspective view of the first floor reveals the stairs and courtyard at the center of the building.
The Evolution of the Corn Exchange in London
By the 18th century the corn market at Bear Quay was unable to cope with the growth in the trade. Several corn merchants joined together and raised the money needed to build a new market place. Designed by J. W. Wood, the Corn Exchange at Mark Lane was completed in 1750. An extension was added in 1827. - Spartacus Educational
Mogg's New Picture of London and Visitor's Guide to it Sights, 1844
The Corn Exchange, Mark Lane ... the wholesale corn trade of the city of London is entirely conducted here; and oats, beans, and all other kinds of grain are sold by sample in this market, which is held three times a week - viz. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; but by far the best attendance is on Mondays.- Victorian London
Far from just a marketplace, the Corn Factors Exchange saw its share of public spectacles:On Mark Lane in 1783, Christopher Atkinson stands in the pillory outside of the Corn Factors Exchange. Sheriffs watch as a large crowd gathers, both at street level and from within the Corn Exchange. - (C) Heritage Images
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