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Wapping Old Stairs, Where the Watermen Plied, c1935. Creator: Unknown
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Wapping Old Stairs, Where the Watermen Plied, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Wapping Old Stairs, Where the Watermen Plied, c1935. Steps leading down to the River Thames at Wapping in London. The Thames watermen used small boats called wherries or skiffs to ferry passengers along and across the river, the most convenient form of travel given the narrow congested city streets. From " Wonderful London, Volume 3", edited by Arthur St John Adcock. [The Fleetway House, London, c1935]
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This photo print, titled "Wapping Old Stairs, Where the Watermen Plied, c1935" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of London in the early 20th century. The image showcases a set of stone steps leading down to the River Thames at Wapping, a historic district known for its maritime connections. In this snapshot frozen in time, we catch a glimpse of the daily life of Thames watermen as they ply their trade using small boats called wherries or skiffs. These skilled watermen were responsible for ferrying passengers across and along the river, providing a vital transportation link within the city's narrow and congested streets. The low tide reveals an expanse of mud on the riverbank, emphasizing both nature's influence on urban landscapes and highlighting how closely intertwined Londoners' lives were with this iconic waterway. This particular scene was captured by an unknown photographer around 1935 and featured in "Wonderful London, Volume 3" edited by Arthur St John Adcock. As we admire this monochrome masterpiece from another era, it serves as a reminder of London's rich history and its reliance on rivers for transportation long before modern infrastructure took over. The timeless charm emanating from this photograph invites us to imagine ourselves stepping into those worn stone stairs and experiencing firsthand what life was like when Wapping thrived as a hub for river travel.
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