London at night - Washing down the streets - Piccadilly 2am

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London at night - Washing down the streets - Piccadilly 2am

London at night - Washing down the streets around Piccadilly at 2 o clock in the morning - " While London Sleeps". Date: circa 1920s

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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Atmosphere Atmospheric Hose Morning Nightime Piccadilly Reflections Sleeps Store Stores Washing Watering Waters

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London at Night: Washing Down the Streets Around Piccadilly at 2am - "While London Sleeps" (circa 1920s) In this evocative photograph, the streets of Piccadilly in London are bathed in the soft glow of the moon and the dimly lit street lamps, as the city slips into the quiet hours of the early morning. The scene is one of tranquility and stillness, as the hustle and bustle of the day has come to a halt, and the residents of the city are tucked away in their beds. Yet, amidst the peacefulness, there is a sense of activity, as a water jet hose is used to wash down the cobblestone streets, leaving a glistening sheen on the surface. The reflections of the street lights and the buildings in the wet pavement create a mesmerizing effect, adding to the atmospheric allure of this nocturnal tableau. The shops and stores along Piccadilly, their windows displaying a myriad of goods, stand silent and still, their interiors hidden from view. The absence of people and vehicles on the streets only serves to heighten the sense of solitude and quietude, making this image a captivating snapshot of a bygone era. Taken in the 1920s, this photograph offers a glimpse into the nighttime atmosphere of London during the 20s, a time of change and transformation, as the city continued to evolve into the modern metropolis it is known as today. The image is a poignant reminder of the beauty and mystery that can be found even in the quietest and most unassuming moments of the day, and invites us to pause and appreciate the simple pleasures of life.

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