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East London Collection (#5)

Step back in time to the vibrant streets of East London, where history and culture intertwine

Background imageEast London Collection: East London, South Africa, c1890

East London, South Africa, c1890. From a series of lantern slides on the South African diamond and gold mines

Background imageEast London Collection: South Africa, Eastern Cape, East London. Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve. Lion cub (WILD

South Africa, Eastern Cape, East London. Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve. Lion cub (WILD
South Africa, Eastern Cape, East London. Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve. Lion cub

Background imageEast London Collection: Untamed Coastline

Untamed Coastline
A moody sunrise over the rugged coastline of Nahoon Nature Reserve in East London, South Africa

Background imageEast London Collection: Rainbow Valley: Living Ocean

Rainbow Valley: Living Ocean
The Sunshine Coast lives up to its name as the sun rises over Rainbow Valley in the Eastern Cape of South Africa

Background imageEast London Collection: Modern London

Modern London
The modern skyline of Canary Wharf, Londons newest financial district

Background imageEast London Collection: whitechapel, london, u. k. 1887, royal procession, high street, east london, horses

whitechapel, london, u. k. 1887, royal procession, high street, east london, horses
Whitechapel, London, U.K. 1887, Royal procession in High street, East London, horses, people, flags, event

Background imageEast London Collection: Hare Hall, Essex, engraved by E. Young, 1833 (engraving)

Hare Hall, Essex, engraved by E. Young, 1833 (engraving)
XJF451308 Hare Hall, Essex, engraved by E. Young, 1833 (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hare Hall, Gidea Park)

Background imageEast London Collection: West India Dock, illustration from History of London: Illustrated by views of London

West India Dock, illustration from History of London: Illustrated by views of London
XJF444367 West India Dock, illustration from History of London: Illustrated by views of London and Westminster by John Woods, engraved by John Woods, publishe 1838 (engraving) by Topham

Background imageEast London Collection: The New Victoria Dock Works, Plaistow Marches, published in The Illustrated

The New Victoria Dock Works, Plaistow Marches, published in The Illustrated
XJF444365 The New Victoria Dock Works, Plaistow Marches, published in The Illustrated London News September 9 1854 (engraving) by English School

Background imageEast London Collection: View of Mr Perrys Dock at Blackwall, c. 1789 (engraving)

View of Mr Perrys Dock at Blackwall, c. 1789 (engraving)
XJF444358 View of Mr Perrys Dock at Blackwall, c.1789 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Blackwall shipyard, begun in the late 16th century)

Background imageEast London Collection: The Old Charterhouse, from London Pictures: Drawn with Pen and Pencil, by Rev

The Old Charterhouse, from London Pictures: Drawn with Pen and Pencil, by Rev
KW330036 The Old Charterhouse, from London Pictures: Drawn with Pen and Pencil, by Rev. Richard Lovett, published 1890 (litho) by English School

Background imageEast London Collection: Boars Head Place, formerly Boars Head Inn (w / c on paper)

Boars Head Place, formerly Boars Head Inn (w / c on paper)
XCF306041 Boars Head Place, formerly Boars Head Inn (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageEast London Collection: Laying the Foundation Stone of the East London Synagogue East London Synagogue Stepney

Laying the Foundation Stone of the East London Synagogue East London Synagogue Stepney Green on Monday April 17th 1876 Engraving 1876 Uk

Background imageEast London Collection: 2604328; out of copyright

2604328; out of copyright

Background imageEast London Collection: 2604322; out of copyright

2604322; out of copyright

Background imageEast London Collection: 2604321; out of copyright

2604321; out of copyright

Background imageEast London Collection: The Peoples Palace for East London, the Foundation Stone of which is to be Laid

The Peoples Palace for East London, the Foundation Stone of which is to be Laid by the Prince and Princess of Wales, Uk, 1886

Background imageEast London Collection: The Queens Visit to the East End, London, Uk, 1876: the Procession Passing The

The Queens Visit to the East End, London, Uk, 1876: the Procession Passing The
The Queens Visit to the East End, London, Uk, 1876: the Procession Passing the Triumphal Arch at the City Boundary

Background imageEast London Collection: River Thames at sunset and the Emirates Air Line Cable Car, East London, England

River Thames at sunset and the Emirates Air Line Cable Car, East London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEast London Collection: Limehouse Basin, London Borough of Tower Hamlets, East London, England, United Kingdom

Limehouse Basin, London Borough of Tower Hamlets, East London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEast London Collection: Spectators outside the East India Dock gates watching the opening of the Blackwall

Spectators outside the East India Dock gates watching the opening of the Blackwall Tunnel on 22nd May, 1897 by the Prince of Wales

Background imageEast London Collection: The Fighting Major Major Ingleby, who was shot in both legs during the war, is

The Fighting Major Major Ingleby, who was shot in both legs during the war, is one of the moderate candidates in South Poplar Canvassing the neighbours from his chair

Background imageEast London Collection: Miss Morgan Gibson. Daughter of the Rev T Morgan Gibson, Minister of Stamford Hill

Miss Morgan Gibson. Daughter of the Rev T Morgan Gibson, Minister of Stamford Hill congregational church, prospective Liberal candidate for South Hackney 20 February 1929

Background imageEast London Collection: The General Strike The brigade of guards leaving Victoria Park after strike duty

The General Strike The brigade of guards leaving Victoria Park after strike duty in the docks area

Background imageEast London Collection: Mrs. Smith wakens the dockers of Limehouse with her peashooter in 1927

Mrs. Smith wakens the dockers of Limehouse with her peashooter in 1927 © TopFoto

Background imageEast London Collection: Toll Gate at Stratford, London. 1933

Toll Gate at Stratford, London. 1933

Background imageEast London Collection: Laying the Foundation Stone of the East London Synagogue East London Synagogue Stepney

Laying the Foundation Stone of the East London Synagogue East London Synagogue Stepney Green on Monday April 17th 1876 Engraving 1876 Uk

Background imageEast London Collection: Great Britain, England, London, Petticoat Lane Market, street stalls, elevated view

Great Britain, England, London, Petticoat Lane Market, street stalls, elevated view

Background imageEast London Collection: Dartford, aerial photograph C016 / 9930

Dartford, aerial photograph C016 / 9930
Dartford, UK, aerial photograph. At lower left is Queen Elizabeth II bridge which spans the River Thames. Directly beneath the bridge is the Dartford Crossing and the Dartford tunnel

Background imageEast London Collection: Isle of Dogs, aerial photograph C016 / 9934

Isle of Dogs, aerial photograph C016 / 9934
Isle of Dogs, London, UK, aerial photograph. The Isle of Dogs in east London includes extensive office buildings around the Canary Wharf Tower (top)

Background imageEast London Collection: Industry in East London, 1908

Industry in East London, 1908
Industry in East London, on the banks of a river. This drawing in charcoal dates from 1908, and is by the US artist Joseph Pennell (1857-1926)

Background imageEast London Collection: South Africa, East London, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Common or Burchells zebra (Wild)

South Africa, East London, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Common or Burchells zebra (Wild)
South Africa, East London, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Common or Burchells zebra (Wild: Equus Burchellii) subspecies with shadow stripes

Background imageEast London Collection: Canary Wharf tube station

Canary Wharf tube station
Canary Wharf, London Underground station, England. This station was the showpiece of the extension of the Jubilee Line to increase transport links to Canary Wharf

Background imageEast London Collection: Planned London Olympics site

Planned London Olympics site, aerial photograph. North is at top. This image shows the area in East London, UK, around the River Thames

Background imageEast London Collection: City landscape

City landscape of railway tracks and tower blocks. Photographed in East London, England

Background imageEast London Collection: South Africa, East

South Africa, East London, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. African lion (Wild: Panthera leo), unique cream colored male

Background imageEast London Collection: Yellow / Eastern Golden Weaver - male displaying on nest - eastern coastal strip from South Africa

Yellow / Eastern Golden Weaver - male displaying on nest - eastern coastal strip from South Africa to Kenya
ASW-4839 Yellow / Eastern Golden Weaver - male displaying on nest Qolora Mouth, nr East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Ploceus subaureus Alan J. S

Background imageEast London Collection: Yellow Weaver - male building nest - eastern coastal strip from South Africa to Kenya

Yellow Weaver - male building nest - eastern coastal strip from South Africa to Kenya
ASW-4840 Yellow Weaver - male building nest Qolora Mouth, nr East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Ploceus subaureus Alan J. S

Background imageEast London Collection: Nile / Water Monitor / Leguaan basking beside swimming pool - occurs throughout Africa

Nile / Water Monitor / Leguaan basking beside swimming pool - occurs throughout Africa
ASW-4825 Nile / Water Monitor / Leguaan basking beside swimming pool Qolora Mouth, nr East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Varanus niloticus Alan J. S

Background imageEast London Collection: City Hall, East London

City Hall, East London, South Africa, Africa




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Step back in time to the vibrant streets of East London, where history and culture intertwine. This captivating black and white photo takes us to Whitechapel High Street in the 1930s, a bustling hub of activity that still echoes through the present day. Brick Lane, an iconic street sign etched onto a brick wall, stands as a testament to the rich heritage of this area. As we wander through Hackney's Shoreditch neighborhood, we stumble upon the enchanting corner of Redchurch Street and Turville Street. The juxtaposition of old and new creates an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and cutting-edge. In our exploration of East London's artistic side, we encounter a study for 'Deserted - a Foundling, ' an oil on canvas masterpiece that evokes emotions deep within our souls. Moving further eastward, we find ourselves immersed in Greenwich Symmetry – a stunning display of architectural beauty along the River Thames. As we venture out into nature's embrace, Views on the River Lea transport us to tranquil landscapes painted by an unknown artist in 1876. The Bow Towers rise majestically against the skyline – symbols of resilience amidst urban development. Descending into darkness beneath the mighty River Thames lies Woolwich Foot Tunnel – an engineering marvel connecting communities on either side. Its tunnels hold stories untold but witnessed by countless footsteps over time. Transporting ourselves back to early 20th century Petticoat Lane Market on Sunday morning brings forth images filled with life and energy captured forever in black and white photography. And once again, we find ourselves drawn beneath London's waters through Woolwich Foot Tunnel – its significance echoing like whispers from generations past. East London beckons with its diverse tapestry woven from historical landmarks, cultural treasures, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered at every turn.