Joseph Cubitt Collection

The Lord Mayor of London laying the Foundation-Stone of the new bridge at Blackfriars, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The Lord Mayor of London laying the Foundation-Stone of the new bridge at Blackfriars, 1865. The bridge was designed by Joseph Cubitt. From "Illustrated London News", 1865.

The Line at Peterborough, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Line at Peterborough, [in Cambridgeshire], 1850. Steam train crossing the railway bridge over the river at Peterborough on the London-York section of the Great Northern Railway

Intended new bridge over the Thames at Blackfriars, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Intended new bridge over the Thames at Blackfriars, [London], 1862. Bridge designed by Joseph Cubitt, ...the estimated cost of which is £265, 000. Messrs

The City of London, c1872. Creator: Unknown
The City of London, c1872. View of the Embankment and the River Thames, Blackfriars road and railway bridges, with St Pauls Cathedral in the distance

Blackfriars Bridge, London, 1869. View of Blackfriars Bridge from west, with vessels on River Thames, including two steamboats. St Pauls Cathedral is in the background

Temporary wooden bridge over the River Thames at Blackfriars, London, 1864. Designed by Joseph Cubitt, the new Blackfriars Bridge was completed in 1869

Construction work being carried out on Blackfriars Bridge, London, 1868. The new Blackfriars Bridge designed by Joseph Cubitt was completed in 1869

Demolition work being carried out on Blackfriars Bridge from the Surrey shore, London, 1864. The first Blackfriars Bridge built by Robert Mylne in the 1760s was replaced by a new crossing designed by

Demolition work being carried out on Blackfriars Bridge, 1864. Artist: George Maund
Demolition work being carried out on Blackfriars Bridge, 1864. The first Blackfriars Bridge built by Robert Mylne in the 1760s was replaced by a new crossing designed by Joseph Cubitt

Opening of Blackfriars Bridge, London, 1869. Artist: George Chambers
Opening of Blackfriars Bridge, London, 1869. View of the opening of the new Blackfriars Bridge by Queen Victoria from the south bank of the River Thames. The bridge was designed by Joseph Cubitt

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Joseph Cubitt was a man of many talents and passions. Born in the 19th century, he was a renowned civil engineer, architect, and surveyor. His innovative designs and engineering solutions left a lasting impact on the infrastructure of his time. Cubitt's work can still be seen today in various structures across England, including bridges, railways, and buildings. His attention to detail and dedication to quality set him apart from his peers. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Joseph Cubitt was also known for his philanthropy and community involvement. He believed in giving back to society and supporting those less fortunate than himself. In addition to his professional achievements, Cubitt was also an avid artist and writer. He found inspiration in nature and often incorporated elements of it into his designs.