East London Collection

Step back in time to the vibrant streets of East London, where history and culture intertwine

East London Collection: Whitechapel High Street, London, c. 1930 (b / w photo)

Whitechapel High Street, London, c. 1930 (b / w photo)
XJF294012 Whitechapel High Street, London, c.1930 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Street sign, Brick Lane, on brick wall, East London, London, London region, England, United Kingdom

UK, England, London, Hackney, Shoreditch, corner of Redchurch Street and Turville Street

East London Collection: Study for Deserted - a Foundling (oil on canvas)

Study for Deserted - a Foundling (oil on canvas)
2956891 Study for Deserted - a Foundling (oil on canvas) by Holl, Frank (1845-88); 55.25x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The scene is Bankside, the London docks)

East London Collection: General views of the residents of Limehouse Chinatown, East London

General views of the residents of Limehouse Chinatown, East London. A man seen leaving a Chinese restaurant. Circa 1946

East London Collection: London - Greenwich Symmetry

London - Greenwich Symmetry
The symmetrical structure of the Greenwich Naval Colleges frame the modern buildings of Canary Wharf in London, England.The Old Royal Naval College is the architectural centrepiece of Maritime

East London Collection: Views on the River Lea, c1876. Creator: Unknown

Views on the River Lea, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Views on the River Lea, c1876. Ferry House, Tottenham Church, weir, cottage and Tottenham Lock on the River Lea, East London

East London Collection: Messrs Forrestt's life boat building yard, 1860 (engraving)

Messrs Forrestt's life boat building yard, 1860 (engraving)
1579550 Messrs Forrestt's life boat building yard, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of Messrs Forrestt's life boat building yard of the Royal National Life Boat Institution in)

East London Collection: Jenson Button Competes in 2010 London Triathlon

Jenson Button Competes in 2010 London Triathlon
Docklands, East London, England, ExCeL, Great Britain, Jenson Button, London, Triathlon, dne1008au05

Jenson Button Competes in 2010 London Triathlon
Jenson Button (GBR), McLaren Mercedes, took part in the 2010 London Triathlon in aid of Make-A-Wish Foundation UK. Jenson Button Competes in 2010 London Triathlon, London ExCeL, Docklands, London

Jenson Button Competes in 2010 London Triathlon
Docklands, East London, England, ExCeL, Great Britain, Jenson Button, London, Triathlon, dne1008au20

East London Collection: 'The Poor Blind at the East End; Stepney Workhouse and St.Philip's Institute, 1890

'The Poor Blind at the East End; Stepney Workhouse and St.Philip's Institute, 1890
The Poor Blind at the East End; Stepney Workhouse and St.Philip's Institute, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

East London Collection: The City of London School

The City of London School
3787455 The City of London School; (add.info.: The City of London School: The first buildings in Cheapside. Coloured lithograph after drawing by J. B. Bunning. Author unknown)

East London Collection: St. Paul's School, London

St. Paul's School, London
3787448 St. Paul's School, London; (add.info.: St. Paul's School. Engraving by Stadler (dates unknown. Active 1780-1812) after Pugin, c. 1816. English public school

Woolwich Foot Tunnel under River Thames, London, England

East London Collection: Shops in Stepney PSM01_01_07

Shops in Stepney PSM01_01_07
STEPNEY, TOWER HAMLETS, GREATER LONDON. Exterior view showing a row of terraced houses with ground floor shops, at an unidentified location, probably in Stepney

East London Collection: Europe, UK, England, London, East London, Newham, Bromley-by-Bow, River Lea valley

Europe, UK, England, London, East London, Newham, Bromley-by-Bow, River Lea valley, Three Mills Island, the historic 18th Century Clock Mill and house Mill, largest tidal mill in the world

East London Collection: Europe, UK, England, London, East London, Docklands, Isle of Dogs, Canary Wharf

Europe, UK, England, London, East London, Docklands, Isle of Dogs, Canary Wharf, South Dock, One Park Drive cylindrical residential skyscraper architects: Herzog & de Meuron, completed 2020

East London Collection: Sunday Morning scene, Petticoat Lane Market, London c. 1900 (b/w photo)

Sunday Morning scene, Petticoat Lane Market, London c. 1900 (b/w photo)
XJF283179 Sunday Morning scene, Petticoat Lane Market, London c.1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection

East London Collection: Warehousing In The City by Gustave Dore

Warehousing In The City by Gustave Dore
3789603 Warehousing In The City by Gustave Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Warehousing In The City. Engraving by Gustave Dore, from London, a Pilgrimage)

Warehousing In The City by Gustave Dore
3789557 Warehousing In The City by Gustave Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Warehousing In The City. Engraving by Gustave Dore, from London, a Pilgrimage)

East London Collection: East India House, Leadenhall Street (engraving)

East India House, Leadenhall Street (engraving)
5903540 East India House, Leadenhall Street (engraving) by English School, (18th century); length: 18 cm; London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English

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Step back in time to the vibrant streets of East London, where history and culture intertwine. This captivating black and white photo takes us to Whitechapel High Street in the 1930s, a bustling hub of activity that still echoes through the present day. Brick Lane, an iconic street sign etched onto a brick wall, stands as a testament to the rich heritage of this area. As we wander through Hackney's Shoreditch neighborhood, we stumble upon the enchanting corner of Redchurch Street and Turville Street. The juxtaposition of old and new creates an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and cutting-edge. In our exploration of East London's artistic side, we encounter a study for 'Deserted - a Foundling, ' an oil on canvas masterpiece that evokes emotions deep within our souls. Moving further eastward, we find ourselves immersed in Greenwich Symmetry – a stunning display of architectural beauty along the River Thames. As we venture out into nature's embrace, Views on the River Lea transport us to tranquil landscapes painted by an unknown artist in 1876. The Bow Towers rise majestically against the skyline – symbols of resilience amidst urban development. Descending into darkness beneath the mighty River Thames lies Woolwich Foot Tunnel – an engineering marvel connecting communities on either side. Its tunnels hold stories untold but witnessed by countless footsteps over time. Transporting ourselves back to early 20th century Petticoat Lane Market on Sunday morning brings forth images filled with life and energy captured forever in black and white photography. And once again, we find ourselves drawn beneath London's waters through Woolwich Foot Tunnel – its significance echoing like whispers from generations past. East London beckons with its diverse tapestry woven from historical landmarks, cultural treasures, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered at every turn.