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A specimen of ancient building, King Street, London
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A specimen of ancient building, King Street, London
A specimen of ancient building. Old timber-frame houses situated on the west side of King Street, Westminster. Copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith after original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries from his J.T. Smiths Antiquities of London and its Environs, J. Sewell, R. Folder, J. Simco, London, 1791
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Antiquaries Antiquities Bishopsgate Crypt Environs Folder Helens Member Nuns Priory Sewell Simco Specimen Smith
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This copperplate engraving, created by John Thomas Smith in 1791, showcases an ancient building specimen located on the west side of King Street in Westminster, London. The image, based on original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries, offers a glimpse into the rich history of the city. The scene features a row of timber-framed houses, their aged facades bearing the marks of time. Among them stands the crypt and remains of the Priory of St. Helen's, a religious institution with a long and storied past. The black nuns, a monastic order, once resided here. In the background, the ruins of the church of St. Helen's, with its intricate architecture, can be seen. The image also highlights the Bishopsgate Arch, an important historical landmark and a symbol of the city's defensive past. The meticulous detail in this engraving, produced by the skilled hand of John Thomas Smith, allows us to appreciate the intricacies of the ancient structures. The use of copperplate engraving, a popular method during the 18th and 19th centuries, adds to the image's historical significance. This print, originally published in Smith's "Antiquities of London and its Environs," offers a window into the past, providing us with a deeper understanding of the history and architecture of one of the world's most historic cities.
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