Non Habitable Structures Collection

London Bridge: horse-drawn traffic on the bridge, 1895 (b / w photo)
1787825 London Bridge: horse-drawn traffic on the bridge, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Old Victory Bridge, 1895 (b / w photo)
1787848 Old Victory Bridge, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Old Victory Bridge)

Tower Bridge on the day of its opening, 1894 (b / w photo)
1787846 Tower Bridge on the day of its opening, 1894 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Vauxhall Bridge: demolition, 1898 (b / w photo)
1787843 Vauxhall Bridge: demolition, 1898 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Vauxhall Bridge: demolition)

Highgate Archway: eastern approach with old lamp fixed to railings, 1896 (b / w photo)
1787814 Highgate Archway: eastern approach with old lamp fixed to railings, 1896 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Highgate Archway: western approach, 1896 (b / w photo)
1787813 Highgate Archway: western approach, 1896 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Highgate Archway: western approach)

Waterloo Bridge: view from the North bank, 1895 (b / w photo)
1787855 Waterloo Bridge: view from the North bank, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Putney Bridge: approach road from Putney High Street, 1898 (b / w photo)
1787832 Putney Bridge: approach road from Putney High Street, 1898 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Blackfriars Bridge: construction work in progress, 1869 (b / w photo)
1787787 Blackfriars Bridge: construction work in progress, 1869 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Roe Bridge, Mitcham Lane, 1897 (b / w photo)
1787839 Roe Bridge, Mitcham Lane, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Roe Bridge, Mitcham Lane)

Lambeth Bridge: approach road with Lambeth Palace in background, 1897 (b / w photo)
1787820 Lambeth Bridge: approach road with Lambeth Palace in background, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Highgate Archway, Archway Road Bridge: general view of old bridge, 1896 (b / w photo)
1787815 Highgate Archway, Archway Road Bridge: general view of old bridge, 1896 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Battersea Bridge: the laying of a memorial stone by Prince Albert Victor of Wales
1787790 Battersea Bridge: the laying of a memorial stone by Prince Albert Victor of Wales, 1887 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Putney Bridge: digging foundation for new bridge, 1883 (b / w photo)
1787831 Putney Bridge: digging foundation for new bridge, 1883 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

View of Old and New Putney Bridges with oast house and All Saints Church in background
1787830 View of Old and New Putney Bridges with oast house and All Saints Church in background, 1885 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

London Bridge: horse-drawn omnibuses and cart, as well as pedestrians, cross the bridge
1787827 London Bridge: horse-drawn omnibuses and cart, as well as pedestrians, cross the bridge, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

View of the Old Lambeth Bridge, 1897 (b / w photo)
1787821 View of the Old Lambeth Bridge, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: View of the Old Lambeth Bridge Lambeth)

Blackfriars Bridge: construction workers pose with equpiment, 1869 (b / w photo)
1787786 Blackfriars Bridge: construction workers pose with equpiment, 1869 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Blackfriars Bridge: construction workers, 1869 (b / w photo)
1787785 Blackfriars Bridge: construction workers, 1869 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Ships pass beneath Tower Bridge, 1894 (b / w photo)
1787850 Ships pass beneath Tower Bridge, 1894 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Ships pass beneath Tower Bridge)

Tower Bridge under construction, 1892 (b / w photo)
1787849 Tower Bridge under construction, 1892 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Tower Bridge under construction)

A white horse travels down Rhodeswell Road towards Old Victory Bridge, 1895 (b / w photo)
1787847 A white horse travels down Rhodeswell Road towards Old Victory Bridge, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

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Step back in time and explore the captivating world through these remarkable black and white photographs. Transport yourself to 1895, where horse-drawn traffic gracefully traverses the iconic London Bridge. The hustle and bustle of a bygone era is frozen in time, capturing the essence of a city constantly on the move. The Old Victory Bridge stands proudly in 1895, its weathered structure telling tales of countless journeys taken across its sturdy frame. A testament to engineering brilliance, this bridge has witnessed history unfold before its very eyes. In 1894, Tower Bridge emerges as a majestic symbol of progress on the day of its grand opening. Its intricate design and imposing presence leave spectators awestruck as they witness an architectural marvel come to life. Witnessing demolition at Vauxhall Bridge in 1898 reveals the ever-changing face of London's landscape. As old gives way to new, we glimpse into a moment when transformation takes hold and paves the way for future developments. Highgate Archway beckons us with an air of nostalgia as we gaze upon its eastern approach adorned with an old lamp fixed to railings in 1896. This historic landmark exudes charm from every angle, inviting us to step into another era. Moving westward along Highgate Archway's path unveils yet another enchanting scene captured in 1896. The western approach transports us further back in time while showcasing timeless beauty that transcends generations. Waterloo Bridge offers a mesmerizing view from the North bank in 1895—a snapshot frozen forever—where pedestrians stroll leisurely amidst stunning architecture that spans over River Thames' glistening waters. Putney Bridge's approach road from Putney High Street captivates our imagination with glimpses into daily life during late-19th century London. A gateway connecting communities together while preserving their unique identities. Blackfriars Bridge comes alive through construction work in progress, circa 1869.