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London Bridge (new), London, 1831. Artist: Charles Etienne Pierre Motte
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London Bridge (new), London, 1831. Artist: Charles Etienne Pierre Motte
View of the celebrations surounding the opening of new London Bridge, London by King William IV and Queen Adelaide, 1831. In the foreground figures in boats watch the procession of barges down the River Thames. The bridge is decorated with flags and a hot air balloon floats in the sky on the right
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This black and white lithograph, titled "London Bridge (new), London, 1831" by artist Charles Etienne Pierre Motte, transports us back to a momentous event in British history. The scene captures the grand celebrations that surrounded the opening of the new London Bridge by King William IV and Queen Adelaide in 1831. In the foreground of the print, we see figures in boats eagerly watching as a procession of beautifully adorned barges glides down the majestic River Thames. The bridge itself is adorned with vibrant flags fluttering in the wind, while on the right side of the image, a hot air balloon gracefully floats against an expansive sky. The atmosphere depicted here is one filled with excitement and anticipation. It offers us a glimpse into a time when such royal events were met with great fanfare and spectacle. As we admire this snapshot from history, it becomes evident how deeply ingrained these ceremonies were within British culture. Motte's attention to detail allows us to appreciate not only the architectural beauty of London Bridge but also its significance as a symbol of national pride. This artwork serves as both a historical record and an artistic tribute to this iconic landmark that has stood witness to centuries of change along the River Thames. Displayed at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery today, this lithograph continues to captivate viewers with its depiction of an important royal event that forever shaped London's landscape.
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