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The Intended New Bridge over the Thames at the Tower (engraving)
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The Intended New Bridge over the Thames at the Tower (engraving)
1614215 The Intended New Bridge over the Thames at the Tower (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Intended New Bridge over the Thames at the Tower. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 September 1885.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22555300
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "The Intended New Bridge over the Thames at the Tower" takes us back to 19th century London and offers a glimpse into an ambitious architectural project. The image showcases a bustling scene along the River Thames, with the iconic Tower of London standing proudly in the background. At high tide, when the river is at its most majestic, we see a grand design for a new bridge that was intended to connect both sides of this historic waterway. The intricate details of this proposed structure reveal a drawbridge mechanism, allowing ships to pass through while maintaining uninterrupted traffic flow on land. The artist's skillful rendering transports us to an era where innovation and progress were highly valued. This illustration originally appeared in The Illustrated London News in September 1885, capturing public interest and imagination alike. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our ceaseless desire to conquer nature's obstacles. As we admire this print from Fine Art Finder's collection, we can't help but marvel at how far London has come since then. Today, Tower Bridge stands proudly as one of the city's most recognizable landmarks—a symbol of engineering brilliance and timeless beauty. This engraving invites us to reflect on our own aspirations for progress while appreciating history's rich tapestry woven by those who came before us.
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