South Bank Collection

Panorama of London, 1616 (engraving)
XOS1448854 Panorama of London, 1616 (engraving) by Visscher, Nicolaes (Claes) Jansz (1586-1652); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of London from South bank with its Tudor theatres)

UK, London, St. Pauls Cathedral from South Bank
UK, London, St. Pauls Cathedral from Southbank

Howland Great Dock, near Deptford, c. 1715-20 (engraving)
XJF444362 Howland Great Dock, near Deptford, c.1715-20 (engraving) by Badslade, J. (fl.1720-30) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds eye view of Howland Great Dock, Deptford)

Jack DeJohnette, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1989. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jack DeJohnette, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1989

Golden Jubilee Bridges, with Southbank Centre and Royal Festival Hall behind, South Bank, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

UK, London, St. Pauls Cathedral from South Bank

London Eye, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

South Bank street lamps and city skyline, including St. Pauls Cathedral, illuminated at night, seen from across the Thames, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

London Eye illuminated by moving coloured lights, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

London Eye, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Aerial image of Battersea Power Station, an unused coal-fired power station on the south bank of the River Thames, Battersea, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Max Roach, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1996. Creator: Brian Foskett
Max Roach, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1996

London Eye and Big Ben, South bank, London, England

The First Globe Theatre or Rose Theatre (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF268070 The First Globe Theatre or Rose Theatre (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

National Theatre, South Bank, London, England, UK, 16 / 3 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies
National Theatre, South Bank, London, England, UK, 16/3/10. The Royal National Theatre, a brutalist style building designed by Denys Lasdun, completed in 1976

The National Theatre in the evening, South Bank, London, England, UK

South Bank views, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
Sunset silhouette view of the lampposts along the South Bank, along the River Thames, London, SE1, England

Front cover of a guide to the Festival of Britain, 1951. Between May and September 1951 a grand exhibition was held throughout Great Britain

The Globe Theatre, Bankside, Southwark, after a drawing from Pennants London
XJF396092 The Globe Theatre, Bankside, Southwark, after a drawing from Pennants London, first published 1793, engraved by James Stow (c.1770-p.1820), published 1812 (engraving) by English School

South Bank with City Hall, Shard London Bridge and More London buildings with the shadow of Tower Bridge in the foreground, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The South Bank and National Theatre, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The River Thames, South Bank and City Hall on left, City of London on right, London, England

Exterior of the National Theatre, South Bank, London, England, United UingdomK, Europe

The Royal Festival Hall illuminated at dusk, South Bank, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Lagoon at South Bank in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, Pacific

Illuminated water fountain, South Bank, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

London Eye (Millennium Wheel), South Bank, London, England

19th century illustration, showing Vauxhall Gardens, London; 1750. Vauxhall Gardens was a pleasure garden in Kennington
5310713 19th century illustration, showing Vauxhall Gardens, London; 1750. Vauxhall Gardens was a pleasure garden in Kennington on the south bank of the River Thames

1985 European GP
BRANDS HATCH, UNITED KINGDOM - OCTOBER 06: Fans in their thousands at the grand prix during the European GP at Brands Hatch on October 06, 1985 in Brands Hatch, United Kingdom. (Photo by LAT Images)

Tower Bridge, 2011. Creator: Ethel Davies
Tower Bridge, one of the most famous in the world and an iconic image for London, built in the late 19th century and crossing the River Thames, from the South Bank to the City, London, SE1 to EC3

Tower Bridge & ships, 2013. Creator: Ethel Davies
Tower Bridge, one of the most famous in the world and an iconic image for London, built in the late 19th century and crossing the River Thames, from the South Bank to the City

Tate Modern, 2010. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Tower of the Tate Modern art gallery, housed in the disused and former Bankside Power Station and now the depository for the Tates permanent collection of modern art from 1900 to the present

Lambeth Shot Tower CXP01_01_009
SHOT TOWER AND LEAD WORKS, BELVEDERE ROAD, LAMBETH, GREATER LONDON. A view across the River Thames towards the shot tower at Lambeth Lead Works in 1936

The Royal National Theatre also known as The National Theatre, London, England

Europe, England, London, Tower Bridge

Scenes in South Bank, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. 1973

An oil rig at the end of a street, South Bank, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. 1975

Shipbuilding at Smiths Dock. Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. 1972

St Pauls, 2011. Creator: Ethel Davies
St Pauls Cathedral, the seat of the Bishop of London and the Christopher Wren-designed replacement of 1675, to the one that burned down in the Fire of 1666, seen from the Millennium Bridge

London Eye, 2005. Creator: Ethel Davies
London Eye, completed in 2000, once the largest ferris wheel in the world, now the 4th, although still considered the ‘ tallest cantilevered observation wheel, various architects

View of London and the Thames from South Bank, 17th century (1886). Artist: William Griggs
View of London and the Thames from South Bank, 17th century (1886). Buildings identified include Winchester House, the old St Pauls Cathedral, the Guildhall and several churches

The US embassy and the Embassy Gardens, with the Sky Pool in the background, Nine Elms, London, England

The exterior of the US embassy building in Nine Elms, London, England

Glass reflection of the Battersea Power Station, London, England

London Eye, Big Ben, Houses of Parliamant, London, England, UK

South Bank, London, England, UK

Skyline of London from Golden Jubilee Bridge, England, UK

Schliersee on the south bank near Fischhausen, Schliersee, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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The South Bank of London is a vibrant and iconic area that offers breathtaking views and a rich history. From the panoramic engraving of London in 1616 to the mesmerizing lights of the London Eye, this riverside location has witnessed countless moments that have shaped the city. In 1989, jazz legend Jack DeJohnette graced the stage at Queen Elizabeth Hall, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural scene. The creator Brian Foskett captured this momentous occasion, showcasing how art and music thrive on the South Bank. St. Paul's Cathedral stands tall against the backdrop of South Bank, its majestic presence visible from afar. This architectural marvel has become synonymous with London's skyline and serves as a reminder of centuries-old craftsmanship. As we delve into history through engravings like Howland Great Dock near Deptford in c. 1715-20, we can imagine bustling trade routes along the riverbank. These images transport us back in time to when commerce thrived on these shores. The Golden Jubilee Bridges connect both sides while providing stunning views of landmarks such as Royal Festival Hall and Southbank Centre. These structures symbolize unity and serve as gateways to unforgettable experiences for locals and tourists alike. South Bank is not complete without mentioning one of its most recognizable attractions - The London Eye. This towering Ferris wheel dominates the skyline with its illuminated moving colored lights, offering visitors an unparalleled perspective over England's capital city. Walking along South Bank reveals charming street lamps guiding your way amidst a picturesque cityscape dominated by St. Paul's Cathedral once again, and is here where modernity meets tradition; where old-world charm intertwines seamlessly with contemporary architecture. Aerial images showcase Battersea Power Station standing proudly on the south bank of River Thames—a testament to industrial heritage now awaiting transformation into something new—an exciting chapter yet to be written for this historic site.