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View of the proposed steam navigation dock at the mouth of the River Lea, c. 1835 (litho)

View of the proposed steam navigation dock at the mouth of the River Lea, c. 1835 (litho)


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View of the proposed steam navigation dock at the mouth of the River Lea, c. 1835 (litho)

GHL465633 View of the proposed steam navigation dock at the mouth of the River Lea, c.1835 (litho) by Hemming, S. (fl.1835); 21x28 cm; Guildhall Art Gallery, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; British, out of copyright

Media ID 23489682

© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images

Anticipation Dock Docks East India Company Excitement Observing Paddle Steamer Paddle Steamers Plans River Lea Spectator Steamers Steamship


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EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph from 1835 showcases the proposed steam navigation dock at the mouth of the River Lea. The artist, S. Hemming, skillfully captures the bustling atmosphere and anticipation surrounding this ambitious project. In the foreground, a crowd gathers along the riverbank to witness this groundbreaking development in transportation. Men, women, and children eagerly watch as boats and paddle steamers navigate through Bow Creek towards the future site of the dock. Their faces reflect excitement and curiosity as they envision how this new addition will transform London's urban landscape. The Georgian terrace that lines one side of the river adds a touch of elegance to this scene, contrasting with the industrial nature of ships and docks in progress. The presence of spectators suggests that even before its completion, this project has captured public imagination. Notably, plans for this steam navigation dock were closely tied to East India Company interests during a time when Britain was expanding its global reach through trade routes. This lithograph serves as both an artistic representation and historical documentation of significant developments in maritime architecture. As we admire this print today, we are reminded not only of London's rich history but also how innovation can captivate people's imaginations across generations.

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