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LONDON / WESTMINSTER / C1700
City barges make their way down the Thames to pay their respects at Westminster Cathedral. Date: Circa 1700
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Media ID 20144381
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1700 Barges C1700 Respects Westminster
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this stunning photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic scene from the heart of London. Witness the serene journey of city barges as they make their way down the River Thames, bound for Westminster Cathedral, as depicted in this captivating image from circa 1700. Bring the history of London's waterways into your home or office with this beautiful and intriguing print from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures a solemn procession of city barges making their way down the River Thames towards Westminster Cathedral in London, circa 1700. The majestic Thames, a vital artery of commerce and transportation in 17th century England, is here transformed into a river of mourning as these boats carry the faithful to pay their respects at the hallowed grounds of Westminster Cathedral. The cathedral, a symbol of religious and political power, looms in the background, its Gothic architecture a testament to the enduring influence of the Church in Tudor England. The cathedral's towering spires and intricately carved facades reflect in the calm waters of the Thames, creating a scene of almost ethereal beauty. The city barges, with their distinctive high, flat-bottomed hulls, are laden with the finest goods and materials of the day. Their elegant sails are furled, and their oars are raised in respectful silence as they glide past the cathedral. The passengers, clad in the finest clothing of the era, stand at the railings, their faces etched with somber reflection. This poignant scene offers a glimpse into the past, a time when the Thames was not just a bustling hub of commerce but also a sacred pilgrimage route for the faithful. It serves as a reminder of the deep-rooted connection between the people of London and their faith, a connection that endures to this day.
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