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Covent Garden BB90_05427
Filename: bb90_05427.jpg
Size: 4779 x 3670 (5.9MB)
Date: 30th September 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
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Covent Garden BB90_05427
COVENT GARDEN, Westminster, London. This 19th-century view shows Covent Garden as a bustling fruit and vegetable market. A public house now occupies the gabled building with the balcony in the middle of the picture. Photographed c.1870s
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This 19th-century photograph, COVENT GARDEN, BB90_05427, transports us back in time to the bustling heart of London's Westminster district. Covent Garden, a vibrant and lively area known for its marketplace, comes alive in this image, captured around the 1870s by an unidentified photographer. The scene is set against the backdrop of Victorian London, with horse-drawn carts and carriages traversing the cobblestone streets, and the distinctive gabled buildings that characterize the area. At the center of the photograph, a public house, its gabled facade adorned with a balcony, stands proudly amidst the hustle and bustle. The marketplace itself is a riot of colors and activity. Vendors hawk their wares of fresh fruits and vegetables, their stalls overflowing with produce. The air is filled with the pungent aromas of ripe fruits and earthy vegetables, mingling with the scent of horse manure and the sounds of lively banter. The horse, a common sight in Victorian London, adds to the scene's authenticity. Tethered to a nearby cart, it gazes curiously at the photographer, as if aware of the moment being captured for posterity. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and vibrant character of Covent Garden, a place that has evolved from a bustling marketplace to a thriving cultural hub, yet retains its unique charm and allure. The image invites us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of a bygone era, making it a must-see for anyone interested in London's history and urban development.
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