City Of London Collection (#2)

The Gherkin building, Lloyds building and Willis building, London, England

An Advertisement For Wills Coffee House c. 1700, (1944). Creator: Unknown
An Advertisement For Wills Coffee House c.1700, (1944). A trade card advertising Wills Best Coffee Powder at Manwarings Coffee House in Falcon Court over against St Dunstans Church in Fleet Street

Brewers Quay, Chester Quay and Galley Quay, Lower Thames Street, City of London, 1846. The scene includes the unloading of foreign provisions from vessels on the River Thames using winching

London Bridge (new), London, 1831
View of London Bridge, London, opened by King William IV and Queen Adelaide in 1831. In the foreground figures stand on decorated ships and barges looking towards the dome of St Pauls Cathedral

London skyline with the Shard above Hyde Park, London, England, UK

Printing the Daily Telegraph newspaper, London, c1900 (1903). From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

Ludgate Hill, London, 1872. A scene of traffic congestion, with a railway viaduct (centre), and the dome of St Pauls visible in the distance

City of London skyline from St. Pauls Cathedral, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

City map of London, lithograph, lithograph, published in 1877
City map of London, United Kingdom. Lithograph, published in 1877

Bombed London
circa 1940: Bomb damage sustained by the City of London. Tower Bridge can be seen in the background. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

London and the Thames, 18th century. This view looks westwards through London, over sailing ships on the River Thames. Prominent landmarks include St Pauls Cathedral (centre)

Regency era window curtains
6339805 Regency era window curtains by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Regency era window curtains. Drapes in blue and white with lilies in the French royal colours)

Aerial view of The Shard, River Thames and City of London, London, England

Armorial City of London 19th century
These are the arms of the City of London from a copper engraving dated 1806. Text on this engraving reads: (Motto) DOMINE DIRIGE NOS (God guide us; O Lord direct us) London

Leadenhall Market, City of London, London, England, UK

View of London, c1650, (19th century). Panoramic view of London from the South Bank showing the old St Pauls Cathedral before the Great Fire of London in 1666

St. Pauls and City of London, London, England

View towards the Tower Bridge and The City, London, England, United Kingdom

Horse Guards, City of Westminster, London, England
6317588 Horse Guards, City of Westminster, London, England by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Horse Guards, City of Westminster, London, England, 19th century)

Shakespeares Globe Theatre, Southwark, London (litho)
7172912 Shakespeares Globe Theatre, Southwark, London (litho) by Forrest, George Topham (1872-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shakespeares Globe Theatre, Southwark, London)

Barking Reach, Early Morning (colour litho)
7181910 Barking Reach, Early Morning (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barking Reach, Early Morning)

Narrow streets less than 30 feet wide, City of London, 1939 (colour litho)
7201423 Narrow streets less than 30 feet wide, City of London, 1939 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tufnell Park Road (litho)
7188632 Tufnell Park Road (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tufnell Park Road. Illustration for London City Suburbs As They Are To-day by Percy Fitzgerald)

Trick cyclist Diavolo performing a loop the loop at the Royal Aquarium, London (litho)
7172759 Trick cyclist Diavolo performing a loop the loop at the Royal Aquarium, London (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Windows, Bloomberg Office, City of London, London, England, UK

The London Tavern, Fenchurch Street (litho)
6024938 The London Tavern, Fenchurch Street (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London Tavern, Fenchurch Street)

A new kind of derby (colour litho)
2777730 A new kind of derby (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of derby)

Entrance, Lincolns Inn, London (colour litho)
3095067 Entrance, Lincolns Inn, London (colour litho) by Flower, Charles Edwin (1871-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance, Lincolns Inn, London)

Limehouse Dock
3790723 Limehouse Dock; (add.info.: Entrance to the Limehouse Dock, Regents Canal, London. From 1835 print. National Views of London &c. Vol. 2, 1835); Lebrecht History

The passion for crossword riddles (colour litho)
2777623 The passion for crossword riddles (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The passion for crossword riddles)

Tower of St Brides Church from Bride Lane, City of London (b / w photo)
3637632 Tower of St Brides Church from Bride Lane, City of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tower of St Brides Church from Bride Lane)

A View of St. Pauls from the Thames, c. 1830-40 (oil on canvas)
3742550 A View of St. Pauls from the Thames, c.1830-40 (oil on canvas) by Chambers, George the Elder (1803-40); 37 x 25 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

City of London, Blackfriars Bridge and River Thames, London, England, UK

The Shard & City of London skyline from Canary Wharf, London, England

England, London, Thames Clipper Boat and City of London Skyline

England, London, City of London, Lombard Street with The Walkie Talkie Building

Lloyds Coffee House, London, 1798, (1947). Creator: William Holland
Lloyds Coffee House, London, 1798, (1947). Interior of the Lloyds Coffee House in Lombard Street in the City of London. Lloyds became a meeting place for merchants and shipowners

England, London, City of London, Lloyds Building with Exterior Elevators

Billingsgate Fish Market, 1808, (1944). Creators: Thomas Rowlandson, Augustus Charles Pugin
Billingsgate Fish Market, 1808, (1944). View of the old open-air fish market on the banks of the River Thames in the City of London. Fresh fish was landed and sold directly on the dockside

Monument of William Herbert, Earl of Pembroke, in old St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1656. Tomb of the Earl of Pembroke and his wife, Anne Parr

London Bridge looking north from the upper landing of steps near Tooley Street, 1833

Interior view of Lloyds Subscription Room in the Royal Exchange, City of London, 1809

A Rakes Progress, 1763; plate VIII of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress, 1763; plate VIII of VIII. True to his nature Tom Rakewell has run through a vast fortune through indulgence in all the luxuries of modern living

London, River Thames
England, LondonA view of the river Thames, the HMS Belfast and the Tower of London on the background

Old City Of London
A map of the City of London, showing Bunhill Fields, Moorfields and the Old Artillery Yard, 1658. From Richard Newcourts Plan of London (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Aerial view of Tate Modern and Millennium Bridge, Bankside, taken from the Golden Galler of St. Pauls Cathedral, City of London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Aerial of Tower Bridge, Tower of London and the City of London, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

St. Clement Danes Church, Strand, 1817 (engraving)
1071374 St. Clement Danes Church, Strand, 1817 (engraving) by Morland, William Kendall (1799-1875); 9.8425x6.6675x cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

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"Captivating City of London: A Tapestry of History and Modernity" As the sun rises, casting a golden glow over the river Thames, Tower Bridge stands tall, connecting the past with the present. The iconic Shard pierces through the skyline, symbolizing London's ambition and innovation. Transporting us back in time, an Agas Map from 1561 reveals a glimpse into medieval London's intricate streets and bustling markets. An engraving showcases an exact delineation of both London and Westminster, capturing their grandeur during a bygone era. Stepping into history once more, we find ourselves on the old trading floor of the London Stock Exchange before Big Bang revolutionized financial markets. Here lies evidence of centuries-long economic prowess that has shaped this vibrant city. At sunset, as the Millennium Wheel gracefully spins against a backdrop adorned by Big Ben's timeless charm, we witness how tradition blends harmoniously with modernity. This panoramic view encapsulates London's ability to honor its heritage while embracing progress. Inside Richard Rogers' architectural masterpiece - Lloyds Building - a vast atrium welcomes visitors with its awe-inspiring design. This space epitomizes contemporary elegance amidst towering skyscrapers in the heart of City of London. Taking flight above River Thames reveals an aerial perspective showcasing not only The Shard but also Canary Wharf - two beacons representing global finance and commerce within this thriving metropolis. Delving further into history brings us to 1616 when an enchanting panorama engraving captures London's evolving landscape. From humble beginnings to becoming one of Europe's most influential cities; it is here that dreams have been realized for centuries. Leadenhall Market beckons us with its Victorian charm; cobblestone streets lined with quaint shops create an atmosphere reminiscent of times gone by. It serves as a reminder that even amidst rapid change, pockets preserving tradition can still be found within this dynamic cityscape.