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Entrance to Regents Canal Dock, Limehouse, London, 1828. Artist: Frederick James Havell
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Entrance to Regents Canal Dock, Limehouse, London, 1828. Artist: Frederick James Havell
Entrance to Regents Canal Dock, Limehouse, London, 1828. View with boats and crew on Regents Canal and figures on the dockside. Opened in 1820, Regents Canal linked the Grand Junction Canal with the River Thames, and this Dock was the entrance to the English canal network from the Thames
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Barge Canal Cargo Dock Docks East End Frederick James Frederick James Havell Havell Limehouse Mast Regents Canal Shepherd Th Shepherd Thomas Hosmer Thomas Hosmer Shepherd Tower Hamlets Transporting Warehouse Waterfront Waterway Wharf Sailing Ship Standard
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This print takes us back to the bustling entrance of Regents Canal Dock in Limehouse, London, in 1828. The talented artist Frederick James Havell skillfully captures the vibrant scene with boats and their crews navigating the waters of Regents Canal while figures bustle about on the dockside. Regents Canal, which opened in 1820, served as a vital link between the Grand Junction Canal and the River Thames, making this dock an essential gateway into England's extensive canal network from the Thames. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to a time when water transport played a crucial role in connecting people and goods across the country. The monochrome composition adds depth and character to this historic snapshot of East End London. Towering warehouses line the waterfront, serving as reminders of Limehouse's industrial past. A majestic sailing ship proudly displays its mast against a backdrop of flags fluttering high above. Notably attributed to Thomas Hosmer Shepherd alongside Frederick James Havell at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this engraving showcases their remarkable attention to detail. Every element within this frame tells a story - from cargo-laden barges gliding through calm waters to hardworking individuals going about their daily tasks. As we admire this piece of British heritage captured over two centuries ago, it serves as a testament to London's rich maritime history and reminds us how transportation has shaped our world throughout time.
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