The City Of London Collection

"Kings Head, "Roehampton (litho)
7188489 " Kings Head, " Roehampton (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Kings Head, " Roehampton)

The Crystal Palace in London: the botanical section, 1870 (b / w photo)
3562928 The Crystal Palace in London: the botanical section, 1870 (b/w photo) by Paxton, Joseph (1801-65); (add.info.: London, Hyde Park, Great Britain 1870 ca)

Sewer depths in the City of London, 1944 (colour litho)
7201427 Sewer depths in the City of London, 1944 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Town planning survey showing sewer depths in the City of London)

Advertisement in London and Suburbs Old and New, October 1933 (litho)
7182825 Advertisement in London and Suburbs Old and New, October 1933 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Gherkin building, Lloyds building and Willis building, London, England

Regency era window curtains
6339805 Regency era window curtains by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Regency era window curtains. Drapes in blue and white with lilies in the French royal colours)

Barking Reach, Early Morning (colour litho)
7181910 Barking Reach, Early Morning (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barking Reach, Early Morning)

Narrow streets less than 30 feet wide, City of London, 1939 (colour litho)
7201423 Narrow streets less than 30 feet wide, City of London, 1939 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tufnell Park Road (litho)
7188632 Tufnell Park Road (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tufnell Park Road. Illustration for London City Suburbs As They Are To-day by Percy Fitzgerald)

Hampstead Heath, looking across Vale of Health to Highgate (litho)
7188589 Hampstead Heath, looking across Vale of Health to Highgate (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hampstead Heath, looking across Vale of Health to Highgate)

A new kind of derby (colour litho)
2777730 A new kind of derby (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of derby)

Limehouse Dock
3790723 Limehouse Dock; (add.info.: Entrance to the Limehouse Dock, Regents Canal, London. From 1835 print. National Views of London &c. Vol. 2, 1835); Lebrecht History

The passion for crossword riddles (colour litho)
2777623 The passion for crossword riddles (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The passion for crossword riddles)

Rocket-Time at Vauxhall, a Prominent Feature (engraving)
7164349 Rocket-Time at Vauxhall, a Prominent Feature (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rocket-Time at Vauxhall, a Prominent Feature)

Old Houses at Clapham Common, North Side (litho)
7188598 Old Houses at Clapham Common, North Side (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Houses at Clapham Common, North Side)

London in 1888: The City Road, Finsbury Circus to the "Angel"Islington (engraving)
7188742 London in 1888: The City Road, Finsbury Circus to the " Angel" Islington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The City Road)

London in 1888: Euston Road and Marylebone Road, Kings Cross to Paddington (engraving)
7188740 London in 1888: Euston Road and Marylebone Road, Kings Cross to Paddington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Euston Road and Marylebone Road)

Waterloo Bridge. Effect of Fog, 1903 (oil on canvas)
7215321 Waterloo Bridge. Effect of Fog, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: CLAUDE MONET (1840-1926) Waterloo Bridge

London in 1888: Tottenham Court Road and Hampstead Road, to Camden Town (engraving)
7188738 London in 1888: Tottenham Court Road and Hampstead Road, to Camden Town (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tottenham Court Road and Hampstead Road)

From the forest to the laid table (colour litho)
2778188 From the forest to the laid table (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the forest to the laid table)

The fury of a swan (Colour Litho)
2809228 The fury of a swan (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fury of a swan)

Plan of London, England c. 1300. From Historical Atlas, published 1923
2603529 Plan of London, England c. 1300. From Historical Atlas, published 1923..

Double pound lock on the Regent's Canal, c.1839 (engraving)
2602773 Double pound lock on the Regent's Canal, c.1839 (engraving); (add.info.: Double pound lock on the Regent's Canal, London)

The Shard designed by Renzo Piano, London, England, UK

St Andrew Undershaft Church and The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

Lloyds of London and The Gherkin also known as the Swiss Re building, London, England, UK

Red Phone box at St Pauls Cathedral, London, England, UK, Europe

The Gherkin, Scapel building, Lloyds building and Willis building, London, England

Lloyds Building, London, England

20 Fenchurch building, London, England, UK

20 Fenchurch building and the spire of Saint Margaret Pattens Church of England, London, England

London Troops War Memorial, London, England, UK

England, London, The City of London, The George Pub

England, London, The City of London, The Ye Olde London Pub

England, London, The City of London, The Cockpit Pub

Microcosm of London, Early 19th century (print)
7315202 Microcosm of London, Early 19th century (print) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guildhall. Examination of a bankrupt before his creditors)

A wash view of the shield, c. 1818-39 (watercolour)
7315328 A wash view of the shield, c.1818-39 (watercolour) by Beamish, Richard (1798-1873); 12.8x9 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Timbering for the removal of the old shield, c. 1818-39 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper)
7315327 Timbering for the removal of the old shield, c.1818-39 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper) by Beamish, Richard (1798-1873); 12.3x9 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Longitudinal section showing the Rotherhithe shaft with the first section of tunnel constructed, c
7315326 Longitudinal section showing the Rotherhithe shaft with the first section of tunnel constructed, c.1818-39 (watercolour) by Brunel

"Longitudinal section of part of Thames Tunnel showing the state of the strata
7315325 "Longitudinal section of part of Thames Tunnel showing the state of the strata...", 1837 (watercolour on paper) by British School

Cylindrical tunnelling shield with crank, 1818 (watercolour on paper)
7315323 Cylindrical tunnelling shield with crank, 1818 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 25.543.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Longitudinal section showing the inundation of the river, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315317 Longitudinal section showing the inundation of the river, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 61x24 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Sketch-plan showing two sections of the proposed cylindrical tunnel, 1818 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper)
7315308 Sketch-plan showing two sections of the proposed cylindrical tunnel, 1818 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper) by Brunel, Marc Isambard (1769-1849); 20.5x30 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Lithographic overview and cross section of the Great Descents, c. 1818-39 (lithographic print on paper)
7315331 Lithographic overview and cross section of the Great Descents, c.1818-39 (lithographic print on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 31x52 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Sketch of the tunnel shaft with accompanying text, c. 1818-39 (lithograph print on paper)
7315329 Sketch of the tunnel shaft with accompanying text, c.1818-39 (lithograph print on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Transverse section of the Thames Tunnel and strata, 1837 (watercolour on paper)
7315324 Transverse section of the Thames Tunnel and strata, 1837 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 19x31 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Cross Section of the Tunnel showing the extent of displaced ground, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315315 Cross Section of the Tunnel showing the extent of displaced ground, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 29x51 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

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"The City of London: A Tapestry of History and Diversity" Step back in time to 1944, where the depths of the city's sewers were captured in vivid color lithographs. These images reveal the hidden infrastructure that supports this bustling metropolis. As dawn breaks over Barking Reach, we witness the serenity of an early morning scene bathed in hues of a breathtaking color lithograph. The tranquility contrasts with the vibrant energy that will soon fill these streets. In another corner of this dynamic city, a new kind of derby takes center stage. This colorful lithograph showcases a unique event that adds to London's eclectic charm and highlights its love for tradition with a twist. Venturing further east, Limehouse Dock stands as a testament to London's maritime heritage. Its historic significance is palpable as ships come and go, carrying goods from distant lands. Moving westward, Vauxhall becomes alive with rocket-time - an engraving capturing one of its prominent features. The excitement builds as spectators gather to witness this thrilling spectacle against the backdrop of Vauxhall's iconic landmarks. Traveling southwards brings us to Clapham Common, where old houses exude character and charm. Lithographs transport us back in time, allowing us glimpses into bygone eras when life was simpler yet equally captivating. London in 1888 comes alive through engravings depicting Finsbury Circus leading towards Islington; Euston Road merging into Marylebone Road towards Paddington; Tottenham Court Road intertwining with Hampstead Road on its way to Camden Town. Each image tells tales from different neighborhoods within this vast cityscape. From urban landscapes to nature's bounty - "From the forest to the laid table" presents itself through stunning color lithographs showcasing how London transforms raw ingredients into culinary delights fit for royalty or commoner alike. The Crystal Palace looms large in our historical journey - captured beautifully in a black and white photograph from 1870.