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View of Shoe Lane Bridge, City of London, 1869. Artist: Henry Dixon
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View of Shoe Lane Bridge, City of London, 1869. Artist: Henry Dixon
View of Shoe Lane Bridge, City of London, 1869. In addition to the major crossing of Farringdon Street, Holborn Viaduct also traversed Shoe Lane by a much smaller bridge
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Media ID 15182298
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Construction Industry Henry Henry Dixon Holborn Viaduct Horse And Cart Lamppost Posing Shoe Lane Streetlighting Viaduct Horse Drawn Vehicle
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View of Shoe Lane Bridge, City of London, 1869. Captured by renowned artist Henry Dixon, this print takes us back to the bustling streets of Victorian-era Britain. The image showcases the architectural marvel that was Holborn Viaduct, a grand structure connecting Farringdon Street and Shoe Lane. Intriguingly, while Holborn Viaduct is known for its impressive scale, it's the smaller Shoe Lane Bridge that steals the spotlight in this composition. Standing as a testament to both engineering prowess and artistic vision, Dixon beautifully captures the essence of this lesser-known crossing. As we delve into this snapshot from history, our eyes are drawn to the horse-drawn vehicles gracefully navigating through the cobbled road beneath gas-lit lampposts. Men can be seen posing for their moment in time amidst an array of buildings that define London's skyline. This monochrome masterpiece offers a glimpse into daily life during a transformative period in England's construction industry. With Guildhall Library and Art Gallery preserving such treasures today, we are reminded of how far transportation has come since those days when shoe-clad feet treaded upon these very lanes. Step into history with this print - an ode to Victorian craftsmanship and urban charm.
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