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Scene of the Fire at Dockhead, Bermondsey, sketched on Saturday Morning (engraving)
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Scene of the Fire at Dockhead, Bermondsey, sketched on Saturday Morning (engraving)
1613392 Scene of the Fire at Dockhead, Bermondsey, sketched on Saturday Morning (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene of the Fire at Dockhead, Bermondsey, sketched on Saturday Morning. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 December 1864.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23095304
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bermondsey Docks Fires Sketched Dockhead
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This engraving, titled "Scene of the Fire at Dockhead, Bermondsey, sketched on Saturday Morning" takes us back to a dramatic moment in history. Created by an unknown English artist from the 19th century, this print captures the chaos and intensity of a devastating fire that engulfed Dockhead in Bermondsey. The scene is filled with architectural details as buildings stand tall against billowing smoke and raging flames. The artist's skillful sketching brings life to every line and stroke, allowing us to feel the heat and urgency of the situation. The River Thames flows calmly nearby, providing a stark contrast to the fiery inferno unfolding before our eyes. This illustration was originally featured in The Illustrated London News on December 3rd, 1864. It serves as a powerful reminder of how quickly disaster can strike and how communities come together in times of crisis. As we gaze upon this historical artwork now preserved in a private collection, it sparks our imagination about what might have transpired during those fateful moments captured on paper. We are transported back in time to witness firsthand the bravery of firefighters battling against overwhelming odds and the resilience of residents rallying together amidst chaos. Through this engraving by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded not only of past tragedies but also of humanity's ability to overcome adversity – a timeless message that resonates even today.
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