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Fine Art Print : The Water Supply of London, the Southwark and Vauxhall Water Company (engraving)
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The Water Supply of London, the Southwark and Vauxhall Water Company (engraving)
1622688 The Water Supply of London, the Southwark and Vauxhall Water Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Water Supply of London, the Southwark and Vauxhall Water Company. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 July 1884.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22531208
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Battersea Engine House Hampton Reservoirs Southwark Water Supplies Water Supply Works Intake Pumping Stations
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of London's water supply system with our exquisite fine art print of "The Water Supply of London, the Southwark and Vauxhall Water Company" by the English School. This 19th-century engraving, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, beautifully captures the intricate details of the Southwark and Vauxhall Water Company's waterworks. Hang this captivating piece in your home or office to add a touch of historical charm and sophistication to your space. A must-have for art collectors and history enthusiasts alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, titled "The Water Supply of London, the Southwark and Vauxhall Water Company" takes us back to 19th century London, offering a glimpse into the city's intricate water infrastructure. The print showcases the impressive Nunhead Works and New Works of the Vauxhall Water Company, which played a crucial role in providing clean water to the bustling metropolis. In this detailed illustration, we see various elements that make up this vital system. The intake structure stands prominently at the forefront, drawing water from its source with unwavering efficiency. Adjacent to it is an imposing engine house that powers the entire operation with its mighty engines. Further along, we catch sight of Battersea and Hampton pumping stations - essential components in distributing water throughout different parts of London. Reservoirs dotting the landscape serve as vast storage vessels for this precious resource while old works stand as testament to earlier methods employed by these pioneers in ensuring public health through adequate water supplies. As we delve deeper into this historical artwork, one cannot help but marvel at how far our modern-day systems have come since then. This engraving serves as a reminder of both human ingenuity and our constant quest for progress when it comes to meeting society's basic needs. Displayed within private collections today, this print continues to be admired for its artistic value and historical significance alike. It offers us a fascinating window into an era where access to clean water was not taken for granted – rather celebrated as an achievement worth immortalizing
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