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A Plan of the City of London for rebuilding after the fire of 1666 according to Sir Christopher Wren
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1666 Christopher Plan Projects Rebuilding Wren
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This historic print depicts Sir Christopher Wren's plan for the rebuilding of the City of London following the devastating Great Fire of 1666. The fire, which broke out in a bakery on Pudding Lane on September 2, 1666, raged for four days, leaving the city in ruins. King Charles II appointed Sir Christopher Wren, a renowned architect of the time, to oversee the reconstruction of the city. Wren's plan, shown in this print, called for the rebuilding of the city with wider, more orderly streets and a more uniform architectural style. The design featured a grid-like pattern, with regular blocks of buildings aligned in neat rows. The plan also included the construction of new public buildings, such as St. Paul's Cathedral, which had been destroyed in the fire. The late 17th century was a time of great change in England, and Wren's plan for the rebuilding of London reflected the desire for order and progress. The print provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential architects in English history and the vision he had for the future of the city. The intricately detailed print shows the proposed layout of the city, with labels indicating the locations of key buildings and landmarks, such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and the Royal Exchange. The print also includes a key, which helps to orient the viewer and provides additional information about the various features of the plan. This historic print is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of London, England, and the architectural innovations of the 17th century. It offers a unique perspective on the city's past and the vision of one of its most celebrated architects for its future.
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