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Victoria Embankment, showing Somerset House, London, 1887
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Victoria Embankment, showing Somerset House, London, 1887
Victoria Embankment, showing Somerset House, London, 1887. The Victoria Embankment is part of the Thames Embankment, designed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette in the 1860s to accommodate a modern sewer system as well as providing a thoroughfare along the river and relieving traffic congestion on Fleet Street and the Strand. First built for Lord Protector Somerset in 1547-1550, Somerset House was the first Renaissance palace in England. It was given to Anne of Denmark in 1603 and was known as Denmark House until 1645. It was substantially rebuilt to designs by Sir William Chambers in the late 18th century, at which time the Thames flowed up to the palaces frontage. Somerset House was the home of many royal societies in the 18th and 19th centuries. From 1836-1973 it housed the offices of the General Register of Births, Deaths and Marriages
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This print captures the grandeur of Victoria Embankment in London, circa 1887. The embankment, designed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette in the 1860s, was a revolutionary project that not only accommodated a modern sewer system but also provided a much-needed thoroughfare along the River Thames. In this image, Somerset House takes center stage with its impressive Renaissance architecture. Originally built for Lord Protector Somerset in the mid-16th century, it underwent substantial renovations by Sir William Chambers in the late 18th century. Somerset House holds great historical significance as it housed various royal societies during the 18th and 19th centuries. From 1836 to 1973, it served as the offices of the General Register of Births, Deaths, and Marriages. The photograph showcases how close the Thames once flowed to Somerset House's frontage before being pushed back during construction. The surrounding area is bustling with activity; streets are filled with carriages and pedestrians going about their daily lives against a backdrop of other notable buildings such as St Paul's Cathedral. This monochrome snapshot provides us with a glimpse into Victorian-era London's architectural splendor and highlights both its religious and civil engineering marvels. This piece from an unknown creator allows us to appreciate how urban planning transformed London's landscape while preserving its rich history. It serves as a testament to British ingenuity and reminds us of our ever-evolving cities' roots.
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