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Miseries of London: Entering upon any of the bridges of London or any of the pass
Miseries of London: Entering upon any of the bridges of London or any of the passages leading to the Thames being assailed by a groupe [sic] of watermen holding up their hands and bawling out. Oars Sculls. Sculls. Oars. Oars. July 14, 1807
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The bustling city of London comes to life in this vibrant and humorous 19th-century print by Thomas Rowlandson. Titled "Miseries of London: Entering upon any of the bridges of London or any of the passages leading to the Thames being assailed by a groupe [sic] of watermen holding up their hands and bawling out" the artwork captures a chaotic scene along the River Thames. In vivid colors, Rowlandson depicts a group of frustrated passengers attempting to navigate their way through an onslaught of eager watermen. With raised hands and loud cries for attention, these boatmen compete for customers, offering their oars and sculls as means of transportation across the river. The artist's satirical take on this everyday occurrence highlights both the challenges faced by those seeking passage across the Thames and the comical nature of such encounters. The etching showcases Rowlandson's keen eye for detail, capturing not only the characters involved but also various architectural elements like stairs leading down to watermens' boats. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we are transported back to a time when trade and transport relied heavily on waterways. Through his hand-colored masterpiece, Rowlandson invites us to witness one small aspect that defined life in 19th-century London - where occupation met geography amidst chaos and humor along its iconic riverbanks.
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