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Blackwall Tunnel: crowd gathered at the opening ceremony, 1897 (b / w photo)
1787940 Blackwall Tunnel: crowd gathered at the opening ceremony, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Blackwall Tunnel: a smartly dressed crowd gathered at the opening ceremony, seated in a viewing platform, a policeman stands to the left
Poplar, Metropolitan Borough of; Tower Hamlets, London Borough of); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23102960
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
Non Habital Structures Piers Places Viaducts
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the historic moment of the opening ceremony of Blackwall Tunnel in 1897. The image showcases a smartly dressed crowd, eagerly gathered at the event, seated on a viewing platform. As their eyes are fixed on the tunnel ahead, anticipation fills the air. In this snapshot frozen in time, we catch a glimpse of London's rich history and architectural marvels. The intricate viaducts and bridges stand tall in the background, testaments to human engineering prowess. A lone policeman stands guard to ensure order amidst the excitement. The scene is set in Poplar, Metropolitan Borough of Tower Hamlets, London Borough—a location that has witnessed countless transformations over centuries. This print from English Photographer provides us with an invaluable window into a bygone era. As we delve into this remarkable piece of artistry preserved by eLondon Metropolitan Archives, we are reminded not only of our city's progress but also its deep-rooted traditions and collective spirit. It serves as a reminder that even amid rapid change and modernization, there is value in cherishing our heritage. With every glance at this photograph from Bridgeman Images' collection, one can't help but be transported back to that momentous day when Blackwall Tunnel was unveiled—an occasion etched forever in history books and now immortalized through this mesmerizing visual masterpiece.
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