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The General Post-Office, Southwark Bridge and Waterloo
The General Post-Office, Southwark Bridge and Waterloo Bridge. Stage coach in front of the General Post-Office in St. Martins le Grand 64, view of Southwark Bridge built in 1819 by John Rennie 65 and Waterloo Bridge built in 1817 by John Rennie 66. 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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Academy Capital Covent Darton Educational Gateway Geography Harvey Hawker Isaac Jane Montagu Office Peep Romantic Sellers Servant Shopping Sisters Southwark Stall Taylor Tourist Trades Vegetable Waterloo Woodblock Woodcut Childrens
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Estimated Product Size is 19.7cm x 24.2cm (7.8" x 9.5")
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This woodcut engraving, titled 'The General Post-Office, Southwark Bridge and Waterloo Bridge,' offers a glimpse into the bustling streets of London during the early 19th century. The image, created by Isaac Taylor and published by Harvey and Darton in 1828, showcases the General Post-Office in St. Martins le Grand, a significant architectural landmark of the time. The post-office, with its grand columns and imposing presence, stands proudly in the foreground, while the iconic Southwark Bridge and Waterloo Bridge, both designed by John Rennie, can be seen in the background. A stagecoach is parked in front of the post-office, adding to the scene's sense of activity. The Royal Academy, British Museum, Montagu House, and Covent Garden are also visible in the distance, making this engraving an excellent representation of London's urban landscape during this period. The scene is filled with a diverse range of characters and trades. Sellers hawk flowers and fruits from their stalls, a black servant carries a load, a woman shops for vegetables, and a hawker sells his wares. The Montagu House gateway and the intricate details of the buildings add depth and texture to the image. This engraving is an excellent educational tool for those interested in the history, geography, and culture of London during the Romantic era. The sisters Ann and Jane Taylor, who wrote children's books and were prolific Romantic poets, would have been familiar with this part of the city. The engraving's intricate details and vibrant atmosphere transport us back in time, providing a unique peek into London's rich history.
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