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The Quay, Blackwall Docks, 1810, (1920). Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
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The Quay, Blackwall Docks, 1810, (1920). Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Quay, Blackwall Docks, 1810, 1920. From Londoners Then and Now As Pictured By Their Contemporaries, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1920]
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Barrel Barrels Blackwall Dock Dock Worker Docker Dockers Docks Geoffrey Geoffrey Holme Holme Londoner Londoners Then And Now Quai Quay Quayside Rowing Boat Rowlandson Thames Thomas Rowlandson Tower Hamlets Waiting Wharf Baroque Era
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This photo print, titled "The Quay, Blackwall Docks, 1810" by Thomas Rowlandson, takes us back to the bustling city of London in the early 19th century. Captured in 1920 as part of the book "Londoners Then and Now As Pictured By Their Contemporaries" edited by Geoffrey Holme, this image offers a glimpse into the vibrant maritime industry that once thrived along the River Thames. In this scene, we see dock workers diligently going about their daily tasks on the quayside. Men dressed in traditional attire can be seen loading barrels onto rowing boats while others wait patiently for transportation to arrive. The towering Blackwall Docks stand tall in the background, serving as a constant reminder of London's importance as a major trading hub during this era. Rowlandson's artistic style adds a touch of caricature to this snapshot of working-class life. His attention to detail brings each figure to life and captures their dedication to their profession. Through his skilled brushstrokes and monochrome palette, he manages to convey both the physical labor involved in these jobs and the sense of camaraderie among these hardworking individuals. As we admire this historical gem from our present-day perspective, it serves as a reminder of how much has changed over time while also highlighting certain enduring aspects of city life. This evocative image transports us back through centuries past and invites us to reflect on London's rich heritage as an
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