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Tombs in Westminster Abbey, Westminster Hall
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Tombs in Westminster Abbey, Westminster Hall
Tombs in Westminster Abbey, Westminster Hall and Westminster Bridge. Young man pointing to a Latin inscription on a stone tomb in Westminster Abbey 52, horse-drawn coaches outside Westminster Hall 53 and view of Westminster Bridge on the Thames built in 1750 by engineer Charles Labelye 54. Woodcut engraving after an illustration by Isaac Taylor from City Scenes, or a Peep into London, by Ann Taylor and Jane Taylor, published by Harvey and Darton, Gracechurch Street, London, 1828. English sisters Ann and Jane Taylor were prolific Romantic poets and writers of childrens books in the early 19th century
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In this woodcut engraving, we are transported back in time to the heart of 19th century London, specifically to the hallowed grounds of Westminster Abbey and Westminster Hall. The young man in the foreground, dressed in a greatcoat, points intently to a Latin inscription on a stone tomb within the Abbey, lost in thought as he absorbs the rich history contained within these ancient walls. In the background, horse-drawn coaches line the street, their drivers hustling to transport passengers to their destinations. The imposing facade of Westminster Hall looms in the distance, its grandeur underscored by the presence of a watchman perched atop a ladder, tending to the gas lamps that illuminated the night. The view of Westminster Bridge, built in 1750 by engineer Charles Labelye, stretches out across the Thames, its arches connecting the two banks of the river. The scene is taken from the popular children's book "City Scenes, or a Peep into London" by English sisters Ann and Jane Taylor. Published in 1828, the book offered an educational and entertaining glimpse into the city's diverse trades and landmarks. The intricate details of this woodcut engraving, created by Isaac Taylor, reveal a world of bustling activity and historical significance. From the lantern-carrying lamplighter and torch-wielding nightwatchman to the rattling coaches and the link boy guiding his customers through the darkened alleys, this image offers a captivating snapshot of life in 19th century London.
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