Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Bridges > Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge, River Thames, London
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Tower Bridge, River Thames, London
A raised Tower Bridge seen from the southern side of the river towards the Tower of London. The bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge, built between 1886 and 1894. The engineer for the project was Sir John Wolfe Barry with Sir Horace Jones as the architect. Date: circa 1930
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 32236478
© The J Salmon Image Archive / Mary Evans Picture Library
1853 1934 1886 1894 Architect Barry Bascule Combined Engineer Horace Jones Project Raised Reproduced Southern Suspension Wolfe Quinton Salmon
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Fishes
> S
> Salmon
> Architecture
> Bridges
> Tower Bridge
> Architecture
> Towers
> Tower Bridge
> Architecture
> Towers
> Tower of London
> Arts
> Artists
> D
> Alfred
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Bridges
> Tower Bridge
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> River Thames
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Sights
> Tower Bridge
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Sights
> Tower of London
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Wales
> South Glamorgan
> Barry
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images July 2023
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning vintage print captures the iconic Tower Bridge in London, with its distinctive raised bascules and suspension design. The image, taken circa 1930, showcases the bridge from the southern side of the River Thames, offering a unique perspective towards the historic Tower of London in the background.
Designed by engineer Sir John Wolfe Barry and architect Sir Horace Jones, this architectural masterpiece was built between 1886 and 1894. The intricate details of the bridge are beautifully illustrated in this reproduction by Alfred Robert Quinton (1853-1934), originally published as a postcard by J Salmon.
The black-and-white photograph exudes a sense of timeless elegance and grandeur, capturing a moment frozen in history. As one gazes upon this image, they can almost hear the sounds of bustling city life echoing across the river and feel the cool breeze coming off its waters.
This print serves as a reminder of London's rich heritage and enduring beauty, standing tall as a symbol of innovation and engineering prowess. It is a testament to human ingenuity and creativity that continues to inspire awe and admiration to this day.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
