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East End Collection (page 8)

"Exploring the Vibrant Tapestry of London's East End" Step back in time to the bustling streets of Whitechapel High Street, London, circa 1930

Background imageEast End Collection: The Socialist Sunday Meetings at the East End (engraving)

The Socialist Sunday Meetings at the East End (engraving)
1041143 The Socialist Sunday Meetings at the East End (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Socialist Sunday Meetings at the East End)

Background imageEast End Collection: Opening of Columbia Fish Market, Bethnal-Green (engraving)

Opening of Columbia Fish Market, Bethnal-Green (engraving)
1099411 Opening of Columbia Fish Market, Bethnal-Green (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of Columbia Fish Market, Bethnal-Green)

Background imageEast End Collection: Columbia Market, Bethnal-Green, the Quadrangle (engraving)

Columbia Market, Bethnal-Green, the Quadrangle (engraving)
1103953 Columbia Market, Bethnal-Green, the Quadrangle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Columbia Market, Bethnal-Green, the Quadrangle)

Background imageEast End Collection: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098241 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Background imageEast End Collection: The Poor Blind at the East End (engraving)

The Poor Blind at the East End (engraving)
1047416 The Poor Blind at the East End (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Poor Blind at the East End)

Background imageEast End Collection: The Jews in London (litho)

The Jews in London (litho)
1046734 The Jews in London (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jews in London. Illustration for The Graphic)

Background imageEast End Collection: The Queens Visit to the East End (engraving)

The Queens Visit to the East End (engraving)
1050533 The Queens Visit to the East End (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to the East End)

Background imageEast End Collection: London Life at the East End, Sack-Making by the Light of a Street Lamp (engraving)

London Life at the East End, Sack-Making by the Light of a Street Lamp (engraving)
1053676 London Life at the East End, Sack-Making by the Light of a Street Lamp (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Life at the East End)

Background imageEast End Collection: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098242 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Background imageEast End Collection: La Foire Aux Vieux Souliers, Dudley-Street (engraving)

La Foire Aux Vieux Souliers, Dudley-Street (engraving)
3650159 La Foire Aux Vieux Souliers, Dudley-Street (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Foire Aux Vieux Souliers, Dudley-Street)

Background imageEast End Collection: Victorian London- Whitechapel by Dore

Victorian London- Whitechapel by Dore
3785247 Victorian London- Whitechapel by Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Victorian London- Whitechapel, Wentworth Street. East end of London. Jewish quarter)

Background imageEast End Collection: A greengrocer of the Commercial Road (b / w photo)

A greengrocer of the Commercial Road (b / w photo)
3637432 A greengrocer of the Commercial Road (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A greengrocer of the Commercial Road)

Background imageEast End Collection: Costermongers in high spirits (b / w photo)

Costermongers in high spirits (b / w photo)
3637326 Costermongers in high spirits (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costermongers in high spirits)

Background imageEast End Collection: Thames Police Court, Charles Street, Stepney (b / w photo)

Thames Police Court, Charles Street, Stepney (b / w photo)
3637750 Thames Police Court, Charles Street, Stepney (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thames Police Court, Charles Street, Stepney)

Background imageEast End Collection: Trinity Almshouses, Mile End (b / w photo)

Trinity Almshouses, Mile End (b / w photo)
3637714 Trinity Almshouses, Mile End (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trinity Almshouses, Mile End)

Background imageEast End Collection: Steeplejacks defy vertigo on the summit of All Saints Church, Poplar (b / w photo)

Steeplejacks defy vertigo on the summit of All Saints Church, Poplar (b / w photo)
3637682 Steeplejacks defy vertigo on the summit of All Saints Church, Poplar (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEast End Collection: Buttresses (engraving)

Buttresses (engraving)
3623706 Buttresses (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buttresses. Illustration for [Architectural] Companion (John Henry Parker)

Background imageEast End Collection: East end of Temple Church (pencil & w / c on paper)

East end of Temple Church (pencil & w / c on paper)
2831599 East end of Temple Church (pencil & w/c on paper) by O Neill, Hugh (1784-1824); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageEast End Collection: View of the East End of the Building for the International Exhibition of 1862 (engraving)

View of the East End of the Building for the International Exhibition of 1862 (engraving)
2773681 View of the East End of the Building for the International Exhibition of 1862 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEast End Collection: Jamrachs - luncheon (engraving)

Jamrachs - luncheon (engraving)
610470 Jamrachs - luncheon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jamrachs - luncheon)

Background imageEast End Collection: Jamrach s, the aviary (engraving)

Jamrach s, the aviary (engraving)
610466 Jamrach s, the aviary (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jamrach s. The aviary)

Background imageEast End Collection: After dinner at the Sailors Home, East End, London (engraving)

After dinner at the Sailors Home, East End, London (engraving)
607510 After dinner at the Sailors Home, East End, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After dinner at the Sailors Home, East End)

Background imageEast End Collection: Street market, London (photo)

Street market, London (photo)
609738 Street market, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street market, London)

Background imageEast End Collection: Bishopsgate Street, from London, a Pilgrimage

Bishopsgate Street, from London, a Pilgrimage
STC377543 Bishopsgate Street, from London, a Pilgrimage, written by William Blanchard Jerrold (1826-94) & engraved by A. Sargent, pub

Background imageEast End Collection: Wentworth Street - Whitechapel, from London, a Pilgrimage

Wentworth Street - Whitechapel, from London, a Pilgrimage
STC377538 Wentworth Street - Whitechapel, from London, a Pilgrimage, written by William Blanchard Jerrold (1826-84) & engraved by A. Bertrand, pub

Background imageEast End Collection: Hospital Saturday (engraving)

Hospital Saturday (engraving)
728716 Hospital Saturday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hospital Saturday - some street notes)

Background imageEast End Collection: Street Singers (colour litho)

Street Singers (colour litho)
6021601 Street Singers (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Singers. Illustration for Rag, Tag)

Background imageEast End Collection: A Restive Team (colour litho)

A Restive Team (colour litho)
6021599 A Restive Team (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Restive Team. Illustration for Rag, Tag)

Background imageEast End Collection: A Thirsty Little Soul (colour litho)

A Thirsty Little Soul (colour litho)
6021585 A Thirsty Little Soul (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Thirsty Little Soul)

Background imageEast End Collection: Paying Visits (colour litho)

Paying Visits (colour litho)
6021609 Paying Visits (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paying Visits. Illustration for Rag, Tag)

Background imageEast End Collection: Smashed (colour litho)

Smashed (colour litho)
6021588 Smashed (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Smashed. Illustration for Rag, Tag)

Background imageEast End Collection: Out from School (colour litho)

Out from School (colour litho)
6021583 Out from School (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Out from School. Illustration for Rag, Tag)

Background imageEast End Collection: Flying from Justice (colour litho)

Flying from Justice (colour litho)
6021579 Flying from Justice (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flying from Justice)

Background imageEast End Collection: Victoria Park (colour litho)

Victoria Park (colour litho)
6021575 Victoria Park (colour litho) by Farmiloe, Edith (1870-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria Park. Illustration for Rag, Tag)

Background imageEast End Collection: The Rag Fair, c. 1800 (w / c)

The Rag Fair, c. 1800 (w / c)
SOU81953 The Rag Fair, c.1800 (w/c) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 28.3x34.5 cm; Southampton City Art Gallery, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: Rag Fair, near present-day Liverpool Street Station)

Background imageEast End Collection: The Old Smithfield Market, 1887 (oil on canvas)

The Old Smithfield Market, 1887 (oil on canvas)
CH8192 The Old Smithfield Market, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Cooper, Thomas Sidney (1803-1902); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageEast End Collection: Tom and Jerry Masquerading It Among the Cadgers in the Back Slums

Tom and Jerry Masquerading It Among the Cadgers in the Back Slums
CHT218551 Tom and Jerry Masquerading It Among the Cadgers in the Back Slums in the Holy Land, from Life in London by Pierce Egan (1772-1849), 1821 (coloured aquatint) by Cruikshank

Background imageEast End Collection: Costermongers on holiday (sepia photo)

Costermongers on holiday (sepia photo)
STC347617 Costermongers on holiday (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageEast End Collection: The great strike of dock labourers at the East End (engraving)

The great strike of dock labourers at the East End (engraving)
583536 The great strike of dock labourers at the East End (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEast End Collection: View of the Folly, Dockhead, Bermondsey, 1828 from Pennants London

View of the Folly, Dockhead, Bermondsey, 1828 from Pennants London
GHL42864 View of the Folly, Dockhead, Bermondsey, 1828 from Pennants London (pen and sepia wash drawing) by Buckler, John Chessell (1793-1894); London Metropolitan Archives

Background imageEast End Collection: View of the nave (photo)

View of the nave (photo)
XIR157910 View of the nave (photo) by French School, (12th century); Fontenay Abbey, Montbard, Burgundy, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageEast End Collection: Wet Under Foot, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1812 (hand-coloured etching)

Wet Under Foot, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1812 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190151 Wet Under Foot, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1812 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English

Background imageEast End Collection: Sport in the East End (b / w photo)

Sport in the East End (b / w photo)
6004344 Sport in the East End (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport in the East End)

Background imageEast End Collection: Queen Victoria and the poor: the Queen visiting the East End of London, 2 April 1873 (photogravure)

Queen Victoria and the poor: the Queen visiting the East End of London, 2 April 1873 (photogravure)
6033017 Queen Victoria and the poor: the Queen visiting the East End of London, 2 April 1873 (photogravure) by Amato, G.S

Background imageEast End Collection: Samuel Oldart, weaver from Spitalfields, London, who wove a scarf for the coronation of Queen

Samuel Oldart, weaver from Spitalfields, London, who wove a scarf for the coronation of Queen Victoria (b / w photo)
6014346 Samuel Oldart, weaver from Spitalfields, London, who wove a scarf for the coronation of Queen Victoria (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageEast End Collection: The Peoples Palace for East London, to be erected in Mile End-Road (engraving)

The Peoples Palace for East London, to be erected in Mile End-Road (engraving)
1623450 The Peoples Palace for East London, to be erected in Mile End-Road (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peoples Palace for East London)

Background imageEast End Collection: The Abbey Church of Waltham Holy Cross, the New East End (engraving)

The Abbey Church of Waltham Holy Cross, the New East End (engraving)
1619853 The Abbey Church of Waltham Holy Cross, the New East End (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Abbey Church of Waltham Holy Cross)

Background imageEast End Collection: After Dinner at the Sailors Home, East End (engraving)

After Dinner at the Sailors Home, East End (engraving)
1621126 After Dinner at the Sailors Home, East End (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: After Dinner at the Sailors Home, East End)




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"Exploring the Vibrant Tapestry of London's East End" Step back in time to the bustling streets of Whitechapel High Street, London, circa 1930. This black and white photo captures the essence of a bygone era, where horse-drawn carriages and market stalls lined the vibrant thoroughfare. Travel further east to Limehouse and witness history unfold at the entrance to Regents Canal Dock in 1828. Frederick James Havell's artistic rendering transports us to a time when this bustling dock was a hub of activity, with ships unloading their precious cargo. Fast forward to 1969, as depicted in a BFI poster for Barney Platts-Mills' film "Bronco Bullfrog. " This snapshot encapsulates the rebellious spirit that permeated through Shoreditch during this period – an area known for its creative energy and counterculture movements. Marvel at The Harbour Masters office on Narrow Street in Limehouse around 1905. The artist's depiction showcases the architectural beauty that once graced this waterfront location – a testament to its importance as a trading port along the River Thames. Journey even further back in time with an enchanting view near Limehouse Bridge from 1751. Gaze upon this historical painting and imagine yourself standing on its banks, watching ships sail downriver towards distant horizons. Venture into Hackney's vibrant streets, where Redchurch Street intersects Turville Street. This corner is steeped in history and has witnessed countless stories unfold throughout centuries – from humble beginnings to becoming one of London's trendiest neighborhoods today. Discover Arnold Circus within Boundary Estate - an iconic public space captured beautifully in both black-and-white photographs from 1907. These images transport us back over a century ago when social housing initiatives were transforming urban landscapes for better living conditions. Immerse yourself in artistry with "Deserted - A Foundling, " an oil-on-canvas study that evokes a sense of abandonment and longing.