Galpin Co Collection (page 8)

The Cock and Magpie, Drury Lane, (1881). Creator: Unknown
The Cock and Magpie, Drury Lane, (1881). Pub in Covent Garden, London, where Nell Gwynne is reputed to have had lodgings. From Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People

Serles Place, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Serles Place, (1881). Serles Place (formerly Shire Lane) in the City of London, shortly before it was demolished to make way for the Royal Courts of Justice, c1868

Dr. Johnsons Pew in St. Clements, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Dr. Johnsons Pew in St. Clements, (1881). The seat used by Dr Samuel Johnson in the church of St Clement Danes in the City of London

Suffolk House. After Hollar. (1881). Creator: Unknown
Suffolk House. After Hollar. (1881). Suffolk House in London, seen from the River Thames, as it might have looked in the 17th century

Butchers Row in 1800, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Butchers Row in 1800, (1881). Butcher Row, in Westminster, London, with Temple Bar in the distance. From Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places

London. Westminster and the Western Suburbs, (1881). Creator: Unknown
London. Westminster and the Western Suburbs, (1881). Views of Westminster Abbey, one of the old City gates, and the Houses of Parliament with paddle steamers on the River Thames

Doorway in Staples Inn, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Doorway in Staples Inn, c1872. Staple Inn in London is a Tudor building which was originally attached to Grays Inn, one of the four Inns of Court. The entrance shown here is inscribed PJT 1747

Staples Inn, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Staples Inn, c1872. Staple Inn in London is a Tudor building which was originally attached to Grays Inn, one of the four Inns of Court. From Old and New London, Vol

The Hall of Grays Inn, c1872. Creator: Unknown
The Hall of Grays Inn, c1872. Grays Inn is one of the four Inns of Court in London. The hall was significantly rebuilt in the 16th century. From Old and New London, Vol

Old Houses in Holborn near Middle Row, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Old Houses in Holborn near Middle Row, c1872. Staple Inn in London is a Tudor building which was originally attached to Grays Inn, one of the four Inns of Court. From Old and New London, Vol

Room of a House in Fulwoods Rents (After Archer. ), (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Room of a House in Fulwoods Rents (After Archer.), (c1872). House near Grays Inn in London: The apartment was entirely panelled with oak, the mantelpiece being carved in the same wood

Staircase in Southampton House, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Staircase in Southampton House, c1872. Interior of Southampton House, High Holborn, London. House where Thomas Wriothesley, the last Earl of Southampton

Ely House, 1772, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Ely House, 1772, (c1872). Ely Palace or Ely House in London was the former London residence of the Bishops of Ely from 1290 to 1772 when the estate was sold to the Crown

Ely House - The Hall, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Ely House - The Hall, c1872. Ely Palace or Ely House in London was the former London residence of the Bishops of Ely from 1290 to 1772 when the estate was sold to the Crown

Ely Chapel, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Ely Chapel, c1872. Ely Palace or Ely House in London was the former London residence of the Bishops of Ely from 1290 to 1772 when the estate was sold to the Crown. From Old and New London, Vol

Sacheverell Cards, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Sacheverell Cards, (c1872). Pack of cards illustrating the career of Dr Henry Sacheverell (1674-1724), English High Church clergyman and politician

Interior of St. Andrews Church, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Interior of St. Andrews Church, c1872. The church of St Andrew Holborn, near Holborn Viaduct in London, was rebuilt by Christopher Wren in the late 17th century. From Old and New London, Vol

The West End of St. Andrews, Showing the Gothic Arch, c1872. Creator: Unknown
The West End of St. Andrew s, Showing the Gothic Arch, c1872. The church of St Andrew Holborn, in the City of London, was rebuilt in 1687 by Christopher Wren

Field Lane about 1840, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Field Lane about 1840, (c1872). Street scene in Field Lane, (later known as Farringdon Road), Clerkenwell, London. From Old and New London, Vol

Fleet Market, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Fleet Market, (c1872). Fleet Market, Farringdon Street, London. The River Fleet was covered over in 1736 and Fleet Market was set up to the west of the Smithfield livestock market

Porch of St. Sepulchres Church, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Porch of St. Sepulchres Church, c1872. In medieval times the church of St Sepulchre-without-Newgate stood just outside ( without ) the now-demolished old city wall

St. Sepulchres Church in 1737, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
St. Sepulchres Church in 1737, (c1872). In medieval times the church of St Sepulchre-without-Newgate stood just outside ( without ) the now-demolished old city wall

The Ghosts House in Cock Lane, c1872. Creator: Unknown
The Ghosts House in Cock Lane, c1872. During the 1760s there were knockings and scratchings and other strange goings-on at the house between Newgate Street and West Smithfield in the City of London

The Fleet Ditch, from the Red Lion. (c1872). Creator: Unknown
The Fleet Ditch, from the Red Lion. (c1872). View of the Old Red Lion Tavern in Chick Lane, and the Fleet Ditch, West Smithfield, London

The Old Red Lion, from the Front, c1872. Creator: Unknown
The Old Red Lion, from the Front, c1872. View of the Old Red Lion Tavern in Chick Lane, Clerkenwell, London. From Old and New London, Vol

Remains of Old Holborn Bridge, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Remains of Old Holborn Bridge, (c1872). View of the bridge over the River Thames in London, during alterations in 1844. From Old and New London, Vol

The Last Remains of the Fleet Prison, c1872. Creator: Unknown
The Last Remains of the Fleet Prison, c1872. Hoardings advertising the Crystal Palace outside the ruins of the prison, with a steam train and St Pauls Cathedral in the distance

Courtyard in the Fleet Prison, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Courtyard in the Fleet Prison, (c1872). The notorious prison by the River Fleet in London was originally built in 1197. During the 18th century it was mainly used for debtors and bankrupts

Interior of the Fleet Prison - The Racket-Court, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Fleet Prison - The Racket-Court, (c1872). Prisoners exercising and playing sport in the courtyard. The notorious prison by the River Fleet in London was originally built in 1197

Charterhouse - The Quadrangle, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Charterhouse - The Quadrangle, c1872. The Charterhouse is a historic complex of buildings in Smithfield, London, dating back to the 14th century

Birds Eye View of the Old Charterhouse, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Birds Eye View of the Old Charterhouse, (c1872). The Charterhouse is a historic complex of buildings in Smithfield, London, dating back to the 14th century

Pie Corner in 1789, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Pie Corner in 1789, (c1872). 16th century houses in the City of London. From Old and New London, Vol. II: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places, by Walter Thornbury

Rayers Tomb, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Rayers Tomb, (c1872). Monument to Rahere, founder and first prior of St. Bartholomews Priory and Hospital in 1123, in the church of St Bartholomew-the-Great, City of London

Clerkenwell Green in 1789, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Clerkenwell Green in 1789, (c1872). View of the Middlesex Sessions House, built in 1782, on Clerkenwell Green in London. From Old and New London, Vol

Newcastle House, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Newcastle House, (c1872). Newcastle House in Clerkenwell Close, London. From Old and New London, Vol. II: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places, by Walter Thornbury

Coffee Room at St. Johns Gate, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Coffee Room at St. Johns Gate, (c1872). A room in St Johns Gate, Clerkenwell, London, which was used as a coffee shop during the 18th century

St. Johns Gate, Clerkenwell, c1872. Creator: Unknown
St. Johns Gate, Clerkenwell, c1872. St Johns Gate in Clerkenwell, London, was built in 1504 by Thomas Docwra, prior of the Priory of the Knights of Saint John

The Monastery of St. John of Jerusalem, Clerkenwell - The Gate from the West, (c1872). The Priory of St John, of the Monastic Order of the Knights Hospitallers of St John of Jerusalem

White Conduit House about 1820, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
White Conduit House about 1820, (c1872). White Conduit House on Barnesbury Road in Islington, (now part of greater London), was so named for the conduit head nearby

Copenhagen House, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Copenhagen House, (c1872). Copenhagen Fields in Islington was an open area on the hill between Maiden Lane and Holloway popular for mass meetings

Sir Walter Raleighs House, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Sir Walter Raleighs House, (c1872). The Pied Bull Public House, Upper Street, Islington, (now part of greater London), quoted in some sources as having once been the residence of adventurer

Ruins of the Convent of St. Clare, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of the Convent of St. Clare, c1872. The Abbey of the Minoresses of St Clare without Aldgate in London was a monastery of Franciscan nuns established in the late 13th century

Prince Ruperts House, in the Barbican, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Prince Ruperts House, in the Barbican, (c1872). House in Beech Lane, City of London, the home of the German Prince Rupert of the Rhine, Duke of Cumberland (1619-1682)

The Fortune Theatre, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
The Fortune Theatre, (c1872). The Fortune Playhouse in Golden Lane, just outside the City of London, was founded c1600. It was the scene of riots and assaults

Aldersgate, 1670, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Aldersgate, 1670, (c1872). One of the gates around the Roman walled town of Londinium, (City of London). The old gate was rebuilt in 1617 with an equestrian statue of King Charles I

Bunhill Fields Burial-Ground, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Bunhill Fields Burial-Ground, c1872. Bunhill Fields in Finsbury, London, was used as a burial ground from 1665 until 1854

Hall of the Carpenters Company, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Hall of the Carpenters Company, c1872. View of the Carpenters Hall, built by the Worshipful Company of Carpenters, one of the livery companies of the City of London

Lime Street Ward, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Lime Street Ward, (c1872). Map dating from 1771, of part of the City of London, showing Leadenhall fish and herb markets, and part of the old Roman walls. From Old and New London, Vol

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"Exploring the Timeless Charm of Galpin Co: A Journey through Forgotten London Landscapes" Step into a bygone era with Galpin Co as we delve into the captivating history of Folly Ditch and Jacobs Island, captured in an enigmatic photograph from 1878. The unknown creator transports us to Kennington's Horns Tavern in 1820, where echoes of lively conversations and clinking glasses still resonate. The Great Hall at Dulwich College, frozen in time by an anonymous artist circa 1878, reveals the grandeur and intellectual pursuits that once graced its halls. Meanwhile, a glimpse into Kennington's past from 1780 showcases its transformation over centuries - a testament to the ever-changing nature of our beloved city. An intriguing snapshot takes us back to Long Acre's yesteryears, immersing us in an old coachmaker's shop bustling with artisans crafting exquisite carriages. Nearby Russell Street unveils Mr. Davies' quaint shopfront from 1881 - a reminder of London's vibrant commercial landscape during that era. Turner’s House on Maiden Lane beckons with its timeless beauty captured by an unknown photographer in 1881. Its architectural splendor stands tall amidst changing times. Dr. Busby himself materializes before our eyes through another mysterious image from the same year - his legacy as headmaster forever etched within these walls. Strolling along St Martins Lane circa 1820 evokes images of bustling theaters and fashionable promenades; it is here that history intertwines seamlessly with modernity. Witnessing a sedan chair suspended between eras reminds us how transportation has evolved since this photograph was taken in 1881. Finally, gazing upon Charing Cross Bridge from The Embankment offers breathtaking views frozen by an unknown creator also in 1881 – capturing both tranquility and dynamism against the backdrop of London’s iconic river.