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Fleet Street Looking East, 1898 (w / c on paper)
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Fleet Street Looking East, 1898 (w / c on paper)
GHL32084 Fleet Street Looking East, 1898 (w/c on paper) by Tidmarsh, Henry Edward (1855-1939); Guildhall Art Gallery, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23258046
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
Busy Coach Flower Seller Pauls Cathedral Pedestrians Porter
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This print, titled "Fleet Street Looking East, 1898" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Victorian London. The image showcases a vibrant city scene filled with an array of characters and activities. In the foreground, we see a group of pedestrians going about their daily routines. A female porter carries her load with determination while nearby, a male figure hurries past, perhaps on his way to work. Amongst them stands a flower seller, adding a touch of color to the otherwise monochrome setting. As our eyes wander further into the frame, we are greeted by the sight of coaches traversing Fleet Street. These horse-drawn carriages were once an integral part of London's transportation system and symbolize the era's elegance and sophistication. Dominating the background is St Paul's Cathedral; its majestic presence reminds us that amidst all this activity lies a place for reflection and spirituality. The cathedral's grandeur serves as a stark contrast to the busy street below. Henry Edward Tidmarsh masterfully captures this snapshot in time through watercolor on paper. His attention to detail brings every element alive - from the intricate architecture lining Fleet Street to each individual passerby. This remarkable painting not only offers us insight into Victorian London but also invites us to contemplate how much has changed over time while appreciating what remains constant in our ever-evolving world.
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