John Rennie Collection

Crinan Canal, Ardrishaig, 2007
Ardrishaig, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

An engraving depicting Plymouth Harbour viewed from Mount Edgcumbe and showing John Rennie's breakwater
5310709 An engraving depicting Plymouth Harbour viewed from Mount Edgcumbe and showing John Rennie's breakwater. Its purpose was to make the strategically vital harbour at Plymouth into a safe

The Bell Rock lighthouse on the Inchcape Rock, United Kingdom
3585573 The Bell Rock lighthouse on the Inchcape Rock, United Kingdom; (add.info.: The Bell Rock lighthouse on the Inchcape Rock)

John Rennie the Elder
3733431 John Rennie the Elder.; (add.info.: Bust of John Rennie the Elder (1761-1821) a Scottish civil engineer who designed many bridges, canals, and docks

The British Association at Bath: aqueduct of the Kennet and Avon Canal...near Bath, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The British Association at Bath: aqueduct of the Kennet and Avon Canal, at Limpley Stoke, near Bath, 1864. 'The aqueduct of the Kennet and Avon Canal, over the River Avon

Floating pontoons or dock prepared by Messrs. Rennie and Son for the government of Spain, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Floating pontoons or dock prepared by Messrs. Rennie and Son for the government of Spain, 1862. Now that Spain is endeavouring to regain her position amongst the chief nations of Europe

John Rennies design for Waterloo Bridge, 1816 (engraving)
5912696 John Rennies design for Waterloo Bridge, 1816 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: John Rennies design for Waterloo Bridge)

Notice commemorating the laying of the first stone of the new London Bridge, 1825 (litho)
2775930 Notice commemorating the laying of the first stone of the new London Bridge, 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New London Bridge, Billingsgate and the Scavenger
6340335 New London Bridge, Billingsgate and the Scavenger by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: New London Bridge, Billingsgate and the Scavenger)

Laying of the foundation stone of London Bridge, 1825 (engraving)
2775918 Laying of the foundation stone of London Bridge, 1825 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laying of the foundation stone of London Bridge)

The ceremony of opening London Bridge, 1 August 1831 (engraving)
3622039 The ceremony of opening London Bridge, 1 August 1831 (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ceremony of opening London Bridge, 1 August 1831)

Sir John Rennie, Scottish civil engineer, c. 1860 (b / w photo)
3527175 Sir John Rennie, Scottish civil engineer, c.1860 (b/w photo) by Scottish Photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Sir John Rennie (1794-1874)); SSPL/UIG

Ticket to the ceremony of laying the first stone of the new London Bridge, 1825 (litho)
2775915 Ticket to the ceremony of laying the first stone of the new London Bridge, 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New London Bridge - John Rennie Engineer (engraving)
610854 New London Bridge - John Rennie Engineer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Rennie (engraving)
5197791 John Rennie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Rennie. Illustration for Lives of the Engineers by Samuel Smiles (John Murray)

John Rennie sees the old Roman bridge at Musselburgh (litho)
1265949 John Rennie sees the old Roman bridge at Musselburgh (litho) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: My Magazine circa 1930 s)

Ticket to the opening of London Bridge, 1831 (litho)
2776152 Ticket to the opening of London Bridge, 1831 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ticket to the opening of London Bridge)

"They began to Examine the Damaged Axle"(engraving)
725676 " They began to Examine the Damaged Axle" (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

London Bridge, 1872, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
London Bridge, 1872, 1872. London Bridge was built to designs by John Rennie, under supervision of his son from 1824 with an official opening on 1 August 1831. From, " LONDON

London Bridge, London, England, 1901. Creator: Works and Sun Sculpture Studios
London Bridge, London, England1901. From " Underwood and Underwood Publishers, New York-London-Toroto Canada-Ottawa Kansas."

London Bridge, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
London Bridge, London, c1910. London Bridge over the River Thames, looking towards the City from Southwark. The bridge was designed by John Rennie, built of granite, and opened in 1831

Southwark Bridge, London, SE1, England, 3 / 9 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies; Davies, Ethel
Southwark Bridge, 3/9/10. Southwark Bridge, the mutli-arched bridge designed by John Rennie was completed in 1819 and links the City of London with the South Bank

Waterloo Bridge, 1927. Creator: Percy Robertson
Waterloo Bridge, 1927. From " Disappearing London", by E. Beresford Chancellor, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [" The Studio" Limited, London, 1927]

View of the foundation of London Bridge, 1825. Artist: G Yates
View of the foundation of London Bridge, 1825. The New London Bridge was designed by Scottish civil engineer John Rennie and built between 1824 and 1831

The opening of London Bridge, 1831. Commemorative writing sheet showing the opening of Rennies London Bridge by William IV and Queen Adelaide, 1831

London Bridge, City of London, 1911. Artist: Pictorial Agency
London Bridge, City of London, 1911. In 1799, a competition for designs to replace the existing London Bridge was held. John Rennie (1761-1821)

London Bridge, c1906. View of the bridge, designed by John Rennie and opened in 1831, crowded with traffic. By 1896 it was estimated that London Bridge was the busiest location for traffic in London

London from the Strand Bridge, 1816. Artist: W Wallis
London from the Strand Bridge, 1816. Waterloo Bridge seen during its construction. Designed by John Rennie, the bridge was completed in 1817

Waterloo Bridge, London, 1817. Artist: J Greig
Waterloo Bridge, London, 1817. Waterloo Bridge was built by the Scottish civil engineer John Rennie (1761-1821) between 1811 and 1817. Coffer dams were used to construct the piers, instead of caissons

London Bridge After The 1904 Widening, London, 20th Century. Built to a design by John Rennie in 1824-1831, this version of London Bridge was dismantled and sold to Lake Havasu City, USA in 1968

Fire in London, 1808. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Fire in London, 1808. Albion Mills, on the south side of Blackfriars Bridge, London, burning, on 3 March 1791, after the mills were set alight by arsonists

Southwark Bridge from Bank Side, London, 1817. Artist: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd
Southwark Bridge from Bank Side, London, 1817. John Rennies (1761-1821) cast iron bridge over the Thames at Southwark, viewed from the South Bank looking towards St Pauls Cathedral

Waterloo Bridge, London, across the Thames, 1817. Artist: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd
Waterloo Bridge, London, across the Thames, 1817. Waterloo Bridge was built by the Scottish civil engineer John Rennie (1761-1821) between 1811 and 1817

Crinan Canal at Lochgilphead, Scotland, 1891. Opened in 1801, the Crinan Canal linked Loch Fyne to the Atlantic. It was designed by the Scottish civil engineer John Rennie (1761-1821)

Low Lighthouse
Former lighthouse, now Harwich Maritime Museum. IoE 366621

John Rennie, Scottish civil engineer
John Rennie. Coloured Engraving of John Rennie (1761-1821), Scottish civil engineer. Rennie studied at Edinburgh University and finished his training with Boulton and Watt of Birmingham

The Crinan Canal, Argyll and Bute, 2006
The Crinan Canal, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

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John Rennie, a renowned Scottish civil engineer, left an indelible mark on the world of engineering with his innovative designs and contributions. His legacy can be traced back to various iconic structures that he designed or played a significant role in. In 1816, Rennie's brilliance shone through as he unveiled his design for Waterloo Bridge, showcasing his mastery over architectural aesthetics and engineering principles. This engraving captures the grandeur of his creation, which stood as a testament to his vision. Moving forward to 1825, another milestone was reached when the first stone of the new London Bridge was laid. A litho notice commemorates this historic event, highlighting Rennie's involvement in reshaping the city's infrastructure. The completion of New London Bridge brought about transformative changes to Billingsgate and its surroundings. The image depicts not only the bridge but also showcases how it connected different parts of the city while serving as an essential link for transportation and trade. Rennie's influence extended beyond construction; he actively participated in ceremonial events associated with these projects. In 1825, he attended the laying of London Bridge's foundation stone—an occasion marked by an intricately detailed engraving capturing this momentous event. Finally, on August 1st, 1831, London Bridge opened its gates to eager crowds celebrating its completion. Another enchanting engraving immortalizes this ceremony where Rennie witnessed firsthand how his engineering marvel transformed both physical connections and people's lives. A black-and-white photograph from around 1860 portrays Sir John Rennie himself—a man whose genius shaped landscapes—reflecting upon his remarkable achievements throughout decades dedicated to advancing civil engineering practices. Tickets were cherished mementos from these historical occasions: one such ticket granted access to witness the laying of New London Bridge's first stone in 1825; another allowed entry into the grand opening ceremony in 1831—both testaments to Rennie’s enduring legacy. Rennie's passion for engineering extended beyond his own projects.