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London Docks, Wapping (engraving)
6029612 London Docks, Wapping (engraving) by Schnebbelie, Robert Blemell (fl.1803-1849) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Docks, Wapping. Illustration for London, being an accurate history and description of the British Metropolis, by David Hughson (J Stratford, 1806-11). Digitally cleaned image.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22569732
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Dock London Docks Pier Wapping Wharf
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This engraving transports us back in time to the bustling London Docks of Wapping in the early nineteenth century. The artist, Robert Blemell Schnebbelie, skillfully captures the essence of this vibrant port city with intricate detail and precision. The image showcases a busy pier surrounded by towering docks and wharfs, where ships from all corners of the world would have docked to unload their precious cargo. The scene is teeming with activity as workers scurry about, loading and unloading goods onto waiting vessels. The air is filled with a sense of urgency and purpose as Londoners go about their daily tasks. As we gaze upon this historical print, we are reminded of London's pivotal role as a global trading hub during this era. It serves as a testament to the city's rich maritime heritage and its status as an economic powerhouse. This particular engraving was featured in David Hughson's comprehensive book on London titled "London: An Accurate History and Description". Its inclusion in such an esteemed publication speaks volumes about its significance in capturing the essence of life at the London Docks during that time period. With its digitally cleaned image, we can appreciate every minute detail captured by Schnebbelie even more vividly. This print serves not only as a beautiful work of art but also as a valuable historical document that allows us to glimpse into the past and marvel at how far our modern world has come.
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