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Fish wharf at Billingsgate Market CC72_01834

Fish wharf at Billingsgate Market CC72_01834


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Filename: cc72_01834.jpg

Size: 5010 x 3758 (8.6MB)

Date: 10th May 2011

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive

Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work

Source: English Heritage Images

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Fish wharf at Billingsgate Market CC72_01834

BILLINGSGATE MARKET, Lower Thames Street, City of London. Looking from London Bridge down the Thames with the Tower of London in the distance, and the old Billingsgate Market in the foreground to the left. For centuries this was the main wharf for fishing vessels to unload and moor, with the Custom House next door. Photographed by Henry Taunt in 1880

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Media ID 5007818

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River Ship Victorian


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> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Henry Taunt Collection (1860-1922)

> Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1880s

> Industry > Fishing

> Towns and Cities > City of London

> Transport > Ships and boats > Catching the wind

> Transport > Ships and boats > Fishing industry


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled CC72_01834, captures the bustling Fish Wharf at Billingsgate Market as it appeared in 1880. Taken from London Bridge, the viewer gazes down the majestic Thames, the waterway that has been a lifeline to London for centuries. In the foreground to the left, the old Billingsgate Market comes into focus, a maze of wooden structures where fish vendors and seafarers once gathered. The Tower of London, a historic symbol of the city's power and resilience, stands proudly in the distance. The towering structure, with its iconic White Tower, has witnessed the rise and fall of empires, and continues to be a beacon of London's rich history. This scene, captured by renowned Victorian photographer Henry Taunt, offers a glimpse into the past. The Fish Wharf at Billingsgate Market was the primary destination for fishing vessels to unload and moor. The Custom House, located next door, was where goods were inspected and duties were paid. The air was filled with the pungent aroma of fish, the sound of bustling activity, and the call of the seagulls. The photograph transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of this vibrant and bustling part of London's history. The ships, with their sails full and masts tall, add to the sense of movement and energy that characterized the Fish Wharf. The Victorian era, with its intricate details and attention to craftsmanship, is beautifully captured in the intricately designed boats and the ornate architecture of the buildings. This photograph is a testament to the rich maritime history of London and the vital role that the Thames played in shaping the city we know today.

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