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View of Fish Street Hill, Monument and St. Magnus the Martyr from Gracechurch Street
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View of Fish Street Hill, Monument and St. Magnus the Martyr from Gracechurch Street
XCF306883 View of Fish Street Hill, Monument and St. Magnus the Martyr from Gracechurch Street, London, 1795 (hand-coloured engraving) by Marlow, William (1740-1813); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12841684
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Carriages Horse Drawn Pedestrian Pedestrians Vehicles Daily Life Scene
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This hand-coloured engraving by William Marlow takes us back to the bustling streets of London in 1795. The scene unfolds on Fish Street Hill, offering a vibrant snapshot of daily life during the Georgian era. Horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians fill the cobbled road, creating a lively atmosphere that is both familiar and distant. In the foreground, we see graceful carriages elegantly navigating through the busy street, their wheels clattering against the cobblestones. Pedestrians hurry along, going about their daily routines amidst this urban symphony. The architecture of St. Magnus the Martyr stands tall in all its grandeur, with its intricate details catching our eye as it proudly overlooks Gracechurch Street. The Monument also commands attention in this picturesque view; its towering presence symbolizing resilience and strength after surviving the Great Fire of London in 1666. A statue of a saint adorns one corner of this historic landmark, adding an air of reverence to an otherwise dynamic cityscape. Marlow's masterful use of color brings vibrancy to every detail captured within this print – from the vivid hues adorning buildings to subtle shades highlighting each figure passing by. It serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst progress and change, certain elements endure throughout history. This remarkable artwork invites us into a moment frozen in time—a glimpse into London's past where horse-drawn vehicles traversed these very streets and people went about their lives with purpose and determination.
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