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The western entrance to Pentonville Tunnel, Regents Canal, London, c1905. Artist
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The western entrance to Pentonville Tunnel, Regents Canal, London, c1905. Artist
The western entrance to Pentonville Tunnel, Regents Canal, London, c1905. The Regents Canal, connecting the Paddington Canal and the Thames at Limehouse, was opened in 1820. The canal cost £ 772, 000 to construct, twice the amount originally estimated. In 1929 the Regents Canal Company purchased the Grand Junction and Warwick Canals, merging the three waterways to create the Grand Union Canal
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The western entrance to Pentonville Tunnel, Regents Canal, London, c1905. This print captures the essence of a bygone era in London's history. The image showcases the bustling activity along the Regents Canal, a vital waterway connecting Paddington Canal and the Thames at Limehouse. Constructed in 1820 at an astonishing cost of £772,000 (twice the initial estimate), this engineering marvel played a crucial role in facilitating transportation and trade during its time. In 1929, it merged with the Grand Junction and Warwick Canals to form the iconic Grand Union Canal we know today. The photograph reveals a scene filled with steamboats emitting plumes of smoke as they navigate through Pentonville Tunnel. A lone figure stands on one of these boats, representing both man's triumph over nature and his reliance on water transport for travel and trade. This snapshot transports us back to Edwardian England when canals were emerging as important arteries for commerce and leisure activities. It offers a glimpse into daily life along this historic canal route - men going about their business while surrounded by picturesque scenery. Preserved through time on a glass plate negative, this stunning piece from Guildhall Library and Art Gallery allows us to appreciate not only the beauty of this location but also its significance in shaping London's rich heritage.
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