London, from Blackfriars Bridge
Blackfriars Bridge, which crosses the Thames at Southwark, was the first to be designed by Robert Mylne, and was built in 1760-69. It was the third bridge to span the river, and cost £230,000. It was paid for mainly from fines that had accumulated from men refusing the post of Sherriff. It was a toll bridge until 1785 - in 1780 rioters broke down the toll gates and stole the money. Today's structure replaced the original bridge in 1860-69, and it was opened by Queen Victoria.
Technique includes etching.
Technique includes etching.
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Object Details
ID: | PAD1387 |
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Type: | |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Campion; Rogers, John |
Places: | Unlinked place |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Mount: 112 mm x 174 mm |