Eyre And Spottiswoode Collection

London Bridge, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
London Bridge, c1900s. Traffic on London Bridge over the River Thames, with Fishmongers Hall on the left, the church of St Magnus the Martyr on the right, and the Monument behind

The Tower Bridge, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Tower Bridge, c1900s. View of Tower Bridge with bascules open, and the River Thames. The construction of Tower Bridge was begun in 1881 to designs by Sir Horace Jones and it opened in 1894

View from St. Clement Danes Showing Law Courts, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
View from St. Clement Danes Showing Law Courts, c1900s. View of the Royal Courts of Justice, (left), which house the High Court and Court of Appeal of England and Wales

Oxford Street, c1910s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
Oxford Street, c1910s. View of Selfridges department store on Londons famous shopping street. The building was opened in 1909

The Marble Arch, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Marble Arch, c1900s. Marble Arch was designed by John Nash in 1827 as the ceremonial gateway to the refurbished Buckingham Palace

The Houses of Parliament, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Houses of Parliament, c1900s. Victorian Gothic home of British politics, with barges on the River Thames in the foreground

Hyde Park Corner, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
Hyde Park Corner, c1900s. Horse-drawn buses at the busy thoroughfare - the Ionic screen was built between 1822 and 1825 by Decimus Burton

The Tower of London, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Tower of London, c1900s. Horse-drawn carriages outside Londons famous prison, castle and armoury. From " The Album of Coloured Views of London", [Eyre & Spottiswoode, Ltd

The Strand, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Strand, c1900s. View looking towards St Mary le Strand, with the Adelphi Wine & Spirit Stores on the right. From " The Album of Coloured Views of London", [Eyre & Spottiswoode, Ltd

The Thames Embankment, . Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Thames Embankment, c1900s. Double-decker tram alongside the River Thames, with Cleopatras Needle in the distance. From " The Album of Coloured Views of London", [Eyre & Spottiswoode

The Royal Exchange and Bank of England, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Royal Exchange and Bank of England, c1900s. View of the Royal Exchange, and the Bank of England on the left, with carts and open-topped buses in the foreground

The British Museum, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The British Museum, c1900s. The British Museum in London was built in 1823-1852 in a Classical style to designs by Sir Robert Smirke, to house the growing national collection

Cheapside, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
Cheapside, c1900s. View along Cheapside in the City of London, towards the church of St Mary le Bow. From " The Album of Coloured Views of London", [Eyre & Spottiswoode, Ltd. London, c1900s]

Aldwych and Gaiety Theatre, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
Aldwych and Gaiety Theatre, c1900s. The Gaity in London, (right), first opened as the Strand Musick Hall in 1864. It was damaged during World War Two and was demolished in 1956

St. Pauls Cathedral, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
St. Pauls Cathedral, c1900s. St Pauls Cathedral, built by Sir Christopher Wren after the previous cathedral was destroyed in the Great Fire of London (1666)

Trafalgar Square, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
Trafalgar Square, c1900s. View of the square with the National Gallery, the church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, the fountains and Nelsons Column

The Victoria and Albert Museum, c1900s. Creator: Eyre & Spottiswoode
The Victoria and Albert Museum, c1900s. The V&A in South Kensington was founded in 1852 and named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

The Ceremony at St. Paul s, London, 1897. Artist: E&S Woodbury
The Ceremony at St. Paul s, London, 1897. The photograph was taken immediately after the conclusion of the Service, when Her Majesty (whose face is clearly seen)

Corn Exchange, Leicester, c1896. Artist: Eyre & Spottiswoode
Corn Exchange, Leicester, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

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"Capturing the Essence of London: Eyre & Spottiswoode's Timeless Legacy" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting streets of early 20th century London with Eyre & Spottiswoode. This remarkable duo, known for their exceptional craftsmanship behind the lens, has left an indelible mark on history through their captivating photographs. London Bridge stands tall and proud, a symbol of strength and resilience amidst the bustling cityscape. The Tower Bridge, another masterpiece by Eyre & Spottiswoode, exudes grandeur as it gracefully spans across the River Thames. These iconic landmarks transport us to a bygone era where horse-drawn carriages traversed cobbled streets. From St. Clement Danes Church, we catch a glimpse of the majestic Law Courts that have witnessed countless trials and triumphs throughout history. Oxford Street comes alive in sepia tones from the 1910s, showcasing its vibrant energy even then. And there it is – The Marble Arch – a regal entrance to Hyde Park that whispers tales of elegance and sophistication. Eyre & Spottiswoode's lens takes us further along our journey as we approach the Houses of Parliament standing proudly on the banks of River Thames. Its intricate architecture tells stories untold while Hyde Park Corner invites us to bask in nature's embrace amidst this urban metropolis. The Tower of London looms large against grey skies; its ancient walls hold secrets within its depths while The Strand beckons with its charming shops and bustling crowds. As we stroll along The Thames Embankment captured so beautifully by Eyre & Spottiswoode, we feel connected to generations past who walked these very paths. Behold. The Royal Exchange and Bank of England stand side by side - symbols of financial prowess etched into London's skyline since time immemorial.