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The City Collection

"The City: A Tapestry of History and Modernity" Step into the heart of the United Kingdom, where London's vibrant energy meets centuries-old traditions

Background imageThe City Collection: A Map of Clerkenwell, City of London, 1746 (engraving)

A Map of Clerkenwell, City of London, 1746 (engraving)
XJF438448 A Map of Clerkenwell, City of London, 1746 (engraving) by Rocque, John (c.1704-d.1762); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, London, The City, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames

UK, London, The City, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames
UK, London, The City and St. Pauls Cathedral, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, London, The City, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames

UK, London, The City, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames
UK, London, The City and St. Pauls Cathedral, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames

Background imageThe City Collection: The Gherkin building, Lloyds building and Willis building, London, England

The Gherkin building, Lloyds building and Willis building, London, England

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, City Skyline and The Walkie Talkie Building

England, London, City Skyline and The Walkie Talkie Building

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, City of London, Lloyds Building with Exterior Elevators

England, London, City of London, Lloyds Building with Exterior Elevators

Background imageThe City Collection: The Stock Exchange, City of London, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Stock Exchange, City of London, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageThe City Collection: The Shard designed by Renzo Piano, London, England, UK

The Shard designed by Renzo Piano, London, England, UK

Background imageThe City Collection: St Andrew Undershaft Church and The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London

St Andrew Undershaft Church and The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

Background imageThe City Collection: The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

Background imageThe City Collection: Lloyds of London and The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

Lloyds of London and The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, England, London, London Bridge and The City skyline, 22 Bishopsgate, Cheesegrater

UK, England, London, London Bridge and The City skyline, 22 Bishopsgate, Cheesegrater and Walkie Talkie

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, City of London, 20 Fenchurch Street aka The Walkie-talkie Building

England, London, City of London, 20 Fenchurch Street aka The Walkie-talkie Building

Background imageThe City Collection: Front cover of The Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Celebrations Number

Front cover of The Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Celebrations Number, 11th May 1935 (colour litho)
3330299 Front cover of The Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Celebrations Number, 11th May 1935 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageThe City Collection: Silver Jubilee of King George V at St Paul's Cathedral, 1935 (print)

Silver Jubilee of King George V at St Paul's Cathedral, 1935 (print)
3329586 Silver Jubilee of King George V at St Paul's Cathedral, 1935 (print) by Brewer, Henry Charles (1866-1950); (add.info)

Background imageThe City Collection: Red Phone box at St Pauls Cathedral, London, England, UK, Europe

Red Phone box at St Pauls Cathedral, London, England, UK, Europe

Background imageThe City Collection: The Gherkin, Scapel building, Lloyds building and Willis building, London, England

The Gherkin, Scapel building, Lloyds building and Willis building, London, England

Background imageThe City Collection: Lloyds Building, London, England

Lloyds Building, London, England

Background imageThe City Collection: 20 Fenchurch building, London, England, UK

20 Fenchurch building, London, England, UK

Background imageThe City Collection: 20 Fenchurch building and the spire of Saint Margaret Pattens Church of England, London

20 Fenchurch building and the spire of Saint Margaret Pattens Church of England, London, England

Background imageThe City Collection: London Troops War Memorial, London, England, UK

London Troops War Memorial, London, England, UK

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, England, London, London Bridge and The City skyline, 22 Bishopsgate, Cheesegrater

UK, England, London, London Bridge and The City skyline, 22 Bishopsgate, Cheesegrater and Walkie Talkie

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, skyline from Blackfriars Bridge

England, London, The City, skyline from Blackfriars Bridge

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, England, London, The City, including The Gherkin (30 St

UK, England, London, The City, including The Gherkin (30 St. Mary Axe), Lloyds Building and The Cheesegrater (122 Leadenhall Street)

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, England, London, The City, Bank of England (left) and the Royal Exchange, Tower 42

UK, England, London, The City, Bank of England (left) and the Royal Exchange, Tower 42 (formerly NatWest Tower) and The Cheesegrater (122 Leadenhall Street) in background

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, England, London, The City, The Walkie-Talkie (20 Fenchurch Street), Cheesegrater

UK, England, London, The City, The Walkie-Talkie (20 Fenchurch Street), Cheesegrater (122 Leadenhall Street) and Gherkin (30 St. Mary Axe)

Background imageThe City Collection: UK, England, London, The City skyline and River Thames

UK, England, London, The City skyline and River Thames

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, The Leadenhall Building and St Helens Building

England, London, The City, The Leadenhall Building and St Helens Building

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, 20 Fenchurch Street aka The Walkie-Talkie Building, Architect

England, London, The City, 20 Fenchurch Street aka The Walkie-Talkie Building, Architect Rafael Vinoly

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, The Leadenhall Building and Lloyds Building

England, London, The City, The Leadenhall Building and Lloyds Building

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, Leadenhall Market, Ceiling Detail

England, London, The City, Leadenhall Market, Ceiling Detail

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, Tate Modern, View of The City of London Skyline

England, London, Tate Modern, View of The City of London Skyline

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, St Pauls Cathedral

England, London, The City, St Pauls Cathedral

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, St Pauls Cathedral

England, London, The City, St Pauls Cathedral

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, City Skyline

England, London, City Skyline

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, Kings College

England, London, The City, Kings College

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, The City, Leadenhall Market, Spanish Restaurant

England, London, The City, Leadenhall Market, Spanish Restaurant

Background imageThe City Collection: England, London, City of London, Leadenhall Street, The Leadenhall Building aka The

England, London, City of London, Leadenhall Street, The Leadenhall Building aka The Cheesegrater

Background imageThe City Collection: Great Britain, England, London, St Paul's Cathedral, facade

Great Britain, England, London, St Paul's Cathedral, facade
Geographical Locations, Europe, Great Britain, London, The City, St Paul's Cathedral, Facade, Architecture, Baroque Style, Buildings, Cathedrals, Christianity, Domes, England, European

Background imageThe City Collection: spaceship

spaceship
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Background imageThe City Collection: The Electric Light at the Mansion House, from The Illustrated London News

The Electric Light at the Mansion House, from The Illustrated London News
XJF294067 The Electric Light at the Mansion House, from The Illustrated London News 1881 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageThe City Collection: West View of Newgate, c. 1810 (w / c on paper)

West View of Newgate, c. 1810 (w / c on paper)
GHL91399 West View of Newgate, c.1810 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, George (c.1765-1831); Guildhall Art Gallery, City of London; (add.info)

Background imageThe City Collection: Architectural design for the Headquarters of the Midland Bank, Poultry

Architectural design for the Headquarters of the Midland Bank, Poultry
XCF307312 Architectural design for the Headquarters of the Midland Bank, Poultry, London (w/c on paper) by Gotch, John A. (1852-1942) & Saunders

Background imageThe City Collection: Devonshire Square, for Stows Survey of London, pub. 1754 (engraving)

Devonshire Square, for Stows Survey of London, pub. 1754 (engraving)
STC94441 Devonshire Square, for Stows Survey of London, pub. 1754 (engraving) by Nicholls, Sutton (fl.1700-40); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageThe City Collection: Newgate Street, The City, London (photo)

Newgate Street, The City, London (photo)
5986811 Newgate Street, The City, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newgate Street, The City, London)

Background imageThe City Collection: The Monument, engraved by William Henry Toms (c. 1700-50) (engraving)

The Monument, engraved by William Henry Toms (c. 1700-50) (engraving)
STC94446 The Monument, engraved by William Henry Toms (c.1700-50) (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageThe City Collection: Wiltshire SN12 8 Map

Wiltshire SN12 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wiltshire SN12 8

Background imageThe City Collection: Suffolk NR34 8 Map

Suffolk NR34 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Suffolk NR34 8



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"The City: A Tapestry of History and Modernity" Step into the heart of the United Kingdom, where London's vibrant energy meets centuries-old traditions. The City, also known as the Square Mile, is a captivating blend of iconic landmarks and bustling streets that never sleep. As you wander through its labyrinthine alleys, Waterloo Bridge gracefully spans across the majestic River Thames, offering breathtaking views of this thriving metropolis. It serves as a gateway to an urban landscape steeped in history and adorned with architectural marvels. Take a step back in time with an enchanting map from 1746 depicting Clerkenwell's charm within the City of London. This engraving transports us to an era when horse-drawn carriages roamed these very streets. Gaze upon the awe-inspiring skyline dominated by modern giants like The Walkie Talkie Building and Lloyds Building with its exterior elevators. These structures represent innovation and progress while harmoniously coexisting with their historic surroundings. The Stock Exchange stands tall as a symbol of economic prowess, embodying London's status as a global financial hub. Its walls have witnessed countless transactions shaping economies far beyond British shores. Marvel at two pillars of finance – the Bank of England and Royal Exchange – standing side by side like guardians protecting Britain's monetary legacy. They stand testament to resilience amidst changing times. Intrigue fills the air as you encounter architectural wonders such as The Gherkin building, Lloyds building, Willis building, and Renzo Piano's masterpiece - The Shard. These towering structures redefine skylines while leaving visitors awestruck at their sheer magnificence. Amidst this concrete jungle lies St Andrew Undershaft Church nestled beside The Gherkin; it reminds us that amidst progress lie remnants of tradition waiting to be discovered. Lloyds of London proudly stands alongside The Gherkin – both symbols representing excellence in their respective fields whilst adding to the city's ever-evolving skyline.