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Tooley Street, Bermondsey, London, 1861. Artist: JW Anderson
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Tooley Street, Bermondsey, London, 1861. Artist: JW Anderson
Tooley Street, Bermondsey, London, 1861; night time view of the 1861 fire in progress at Tooley Street, Bermondsey from north of the River Thames. Wharves and warehouses are on fire while people flee the blaze in boats
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Media ID 15167434
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Anderson Barge Bermondsey Blaze Burning Dock Docks Flame Flames Fleeing Lunar Moon Shipping Industry Southwark Tooley Street Warehouse Wharf
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Tooley Street, Bermondsey, London, 1861 - A Glimpse into the Fiery Night
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. This print takes us back to a fateful night in 1861 when Tooley Street, Bermondsey was engulfed in flames. The artist behind this mesmerizing depiction is none other than JW Anderson, who skillfully captured the chaos and intensity of the scene. As we delve into the image, our eyes are immediately drawn to the towering wharves and warehouses that have become infernos. Flames dance wildly against the dark sky while billowing smoke engulfs everything in its path. It's a harrowing sight that evokes both awe and fear. In contrast to this fiery spectacle, we notice people desperately fleeing on boats along the River Thames. Their silhouettes against the moonlit water reflect their urgency as they seek safety from this devastating blaze. Tooley Street itself appears deserted amidst this catastrophe; its once bustling lanes now abandoned due to imminent danger. The road serves as a haunting reminder of how swiftly life can be disrupted by unforeseen events. Juxtaposed with these scenes of destruction is an underlying theme of industry and transportation. The docks and shipping industry were vital components of Bermondsey's economy during this era, making their vulnerability all the more poignant. This remarkable lithograph not only captures a specific moment in history but also offers us insight into London's past – where fire could ravage entire neighborhoods within hours. Through JW Anderson's master
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