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Shipping on the Thames at Rotherhithe, c. 1753 (oil on canvas)
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Shipping on the Thames at Rotherhithe, c. 1753 (oil on canvas)
OJ378735 Shipping on the Thames at Rotherhithe, c.1753 (oil on canvas) by Scott, Samuel (c.1702-72); 100x125.8 cm; Private Collection; eAckermann Johnson; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22409416
© Ackermann Johnson / Bridgeman Images
Clipper Docklands Pauls Cathedral Sailing Ship
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Shipping on the Thames at Rotherhithe, c. 1753 - A Glimpse into London's Maritime Legacy
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. This oil painting by Samuel Scott takes us back to the bustling maritime scene along the Thames River in 18th-century London. The artist skillfully captures a moment of vibrant activity as ships, sailing vessels, and tugboats navigate through the waters near Rotherhithe. The composition is rich with details that transport us to a time when shipping played a vital role in shaping London's industrial growth. Majestic clipper ships gracefully sail past each other, their sails billowing in the wind, while smaller boats dart around them with purposeful determination. In the distance, we catch sight of St. Paul's Cathedral towering above the cityscape, serving as a timeless symbol of London's resilience and grandeur. The docklands of Rotherhithe come alive with cranes and warehouses bustling with goods ready for export or import. One cannot help but be captivated by this snapshot of history frozen on canvas – an era when trade flourished and riverside communities thrived on commerce. It serves as a reminder of how integral transportation was to societal progress during this period. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the energy and vitality that once pulsed through these very waters – forever immortalized by Samuel Scott's masterful brushstrokes.
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