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.

Object Details

ID: PAD1387
Type: Print
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