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Billingsgate New Market, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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Billingsgate New Market, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Billingsgate New Market [in London], 1854. The New Market is covered with semicircular roofs of galvanised corrugated iron, supported on light iron columns and girders...a glass roof also runs from north to south...A plentiful supply of water is insured...by means of a fountain...which is ornamented with figures of dolphins, from whose mouths water is continually flowing. For the purpose of cleansing, and assisting in the ventilation both of the Upper and Lower Markets, a continual flow of water is supplied through a series of iron gutters in the pavement, covered with trellis gratings, the water in which being stopped at the outlets when the Market is cleansed, rises over the surface of the paving, which is then swept, and the water allowed to escape into the drains. The water is supplied from a large brick tank beneath the pavement...filled from the river at the rising of each tide'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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Billingsgate New Market, London, 1854: A Feast for the Senses This photograph taken in 1854 showcases the Billingsgate New Market in London, a bustling hub of commerce and fresh produce. The market, covered with semicircular roofs of galvanised corrugated iron, supported by light iron columns and girders, creates an intriguing contrast against the blue London sky. A glass roof also runs from north to south, allowing natural light to filter through and illuminate the stalls below. The market's design was not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. A fountain, ornamented with figures of dolphins, graced the market, providing a plentiful supply of water. The water flowed continuously from the dolphins' mouths, ensuring a clean and hygienic environment for both the vendors and customers. For the purpose of cleansing and ventilation, a continual flow of water was supplied through a series of iron gutters in the pavement. During market cleanings, the water would rise over the surface of the paving, which was then swept, and the water allowed to escape into the drains. The water was sourced from a large brick tank beneath the pavement, filled from the river at the rising of each tide. The Billingsgate New Market was a sensory experience like no other. The aroma of fresh fish and produce filled the air, while the sounds of vendors calling out their wares and the bustle of customers haggling over prices created an invigorating atmosphere. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the innovation and ingenuity of the market's design and the vibrant energy of the market itself.
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