Bascule Collection

Tower Bridge 1930S
A view of Tower Bridge, a bascule bridge, open to allow ships to sail down the Thames. Industrial view from beneath massive cranes

Tower Bridge 1930S
A close-up photograph of Tower Bridge, a bascule bridge and a famous London landmark, closing after a steamship has passed through it

Tower Bridge / Carts 1930S
Two horse-drawn carts, one from the Metropolitan Cartage Co. wait while Londons Tower Bridge opens

Tower Bridge under construction, April 1892 Date: 1892

Tower Bridge from the south west, March 1893 Date: 1893

USA, Connecticut, Mystic, Mystic River Bascule Bridge, dawn

Workmen repairing part of the walkways on Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge 1940S
Excited children and their families watching the spectacle of the famous bascule bridge as it opens

LONDON Thames Riverside & Tower Bridge
Melanie Viola

LONDON Thames Riverside & Tower Bridge
Melanie Viola

LONDON Thames Riverside & Tower Bridge
Melanie Viola

Picture No. 12020681
Tower Bridge raised for Dixie Queen Paddlesteamer on the River Thames in London. Date:

Europe, England, London, Tower Bridge

USA, Connecticut, Mystic River Bascule bridge lifted

The Spit Bridge, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
The Spit Bridge - a steel and concrete girder bridge with a bascule lift span across the Middle Harbour, northeast of the central business district in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

The Tower Bridge, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Tower Bridge, c1900s. View of Tower Bridge with bascules open, and the River Thames. The construction of Tower Bridge was begun in 1881 to designs by Sir Horace Jones and it opened in 1894

Tower Bridge over the River Thames, London - the bascules are raised to allow a boat to pass beneath. Date: circa 1940s

Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast from London Bridge at sunset with rainbow, London, Great Britain, UK

Europe, England, London, Tower Bridge and City Hall

Europe, England, London, City Hall and Tower Bridge

Wan-kuo-chiao (Wanguo) or International Bridge, Tianjin (Tientsin), China. First known as the French Bridge, and later renamed Chiang Kai-shek Bridge

County Causeway connecting Miamai and Miami Beach, Florida
The County Causeway connecting Miamai and Miami Beach, Florida, USA Date: 1930s

Tower Bridge
A drawing which shows a view from low down, of Tower Bridge, a bascule and suspension bridge in London, built between 1886 and 1894, designed by Horace Jones and engineered by John Wolfe Barry

Tower Bridge, Surrey Main Pier from the South Date: circa 1893

Tower Bridge, Southern Main Pier, masonry superstructure, October 1893 Date: 1893

Tower Bridge, Northern Main Pier, masonry superstructure, November 1893 Date: 1893

Tower Bridge, Middlesex Abutment, West Side Date: circa 1892

Tower Bridge, Middlesex Pier from south
Tower Bridge, Middlesex Pier from the south-opening span, 24 September 1892 Date: 1892

Tower Bridge, masonry of lower parts of river piers Date: circa 1892

Tower Bridge, Masonry Arch over North Pier Date: circa 1892

Tower Bridge, Masonry Arch over Northern Abutment Date: circa 1892

Tower Bridge, Accumulator House, view from south west
Tower Bridge, Accumulator House, view from the south west Date: circa 1892

Tower Bridge, front elevation of Middlesex Abutment Date: circa 1892

Tower Bridge, central panel, side span parapets Date: circa 1892

Tower Bridge under construction, October 1892 Date: 1892

Tower Bridge under construction, June 1892 Date: 1892

Tower Bridge, River Thames, London
A raised Tower Bridge seen from the southern side of the river towards the Tower of London. The bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge, built between 1886 and 1894

DDE-90035848
Tower Bridge and Tower of London at dusk. Thames River, London, England. Date: 22/03/2008

Lion Bridge, St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida, 1936-37 (b / w photo)
5854244 Lion Bridge, St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida, 1936-37 (b/w photo) by Johnston, Frances Benjamin (1864-1952); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Bascule (jeu); See-saw; Schaukel (engraving)
7194856 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Bascule (jeu); See-saw; Schaukel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bascule (jeu); See-saw; Schaukel

Raised Tower bridges, Fort Point Channel, Boston, c. 1904 (b / w photo)
5854241 Raised Tower bridges, Fort Point Channel, Boston, c.1904 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

London - Tower Bridge, Guildhall and the Tower of London
Early pictorial postcard - court card sizing - Scenes and sights of London - The Tower of London, Tower Bridge (opened three years earlier in 1894) and the Guildhall. Date: 1897

Bascule Bridge and New Docks at Kingston-upon-Hull, Yorkshire, 1786 (coloured aquatint)
468883 Bascule Bridge and New Docks at Kingston-upon-Hull, Yorkshire, 1786 (coloured aquatint) by Thew, Robert (1758-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraved by the artist and aquatinted by F)

Garden see saw at Rambouillet, from Details des Nouveaux Jardins a la Mode
STC171958 Garden see saw at Rambouillet, from Details des Nouveaux Jardins a la Mode by George Louis le Rouge, published 1775-78 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Tower Bridge, London (closed), c. 1890-1900 (photochrom)
5854251 Tower Bridge, London (closed), c.1890-1900 (photochrom) by Detroit Photographic Co. (fl.1898-1900); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tower Bridge, London (open), c. 1890-1900 (photochrom)
5242388 Tower Bridge, London (open), c.1890-1900 (photochrom) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

London by Floodlight - Tower Bridge over the River Thames Date: circa 1930s

Chicago, Illinois, USA - Outer Drive Bridge and Skyline. A Freighter of the Great Lakes can be seen emerging from the (now-closed bascule bridge)

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"Bascule: A Bridge of Timeless Engineering Marvels" Tower Bridge under construction, April 1892: Witness the birth of a masterpiece as Tower Bridge emerges from the depths of London's River Thames, showcasing its iconic bascule design. Tower Bridge from the southwest, March 1893: A majestic sight to behold, Tower Bridge stands tall and proud against the backdrop of a vibrant cityscape, captivating all who pass by. Tower Bridge in the 1930s: Transport yourself to an era defined by elegance and sophistication as Tower Bridge gracefully spans across the river, connecting two bustling sides of London. Tower Bridge / Carts in the 1930s: The rhythmic clatter of horse-drawn carts echoes beneath Tower Bridge's towering structure - a testament to its enduring functionality amidst changing times. USA, Connecticut, Mystic River Bascule Bridge at dawn: As dawn breaks over Mystic River's enchanting waterscape, witness the mystique unfold with this picturesque bascule bridge welcoming a new day. Workmen repairing part of walkways on Tower Bridge: Unveiling behind-the-scenes dedication and craftsmanship; skilled workmen meticulously restore and maintain every inch of this architectural marvel for generations to come. Tower Bridge in the 1940s: Amidst wartime challenges and resilience shines through; Tower bridge remains steadfastly open for business - symbolizing hope during dark times. Wan-kuo-chiao (Wanguo) or International Bascule Bride in Tianjin: Bridge cultures and connect nations with Wan-kuo-chiao (Wanguo), an international bascule bridge that unites hearts across continents in harmonious engineering brilliance. County Causeway connecting Miami and Miami Beach Florida: Embark on an unforgettable journey along County Causeway – where sun-kissed beaches meet urban vibrancy – bridging communities while embracing natural beauty. Surrey Main Pier from the South, Tower Bridge.