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Covered footbridge a064990
Filename: aa064990.jpg
Size: 4337 x 4352 (6.6MB)
Date: 3rd October 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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Covered footbridge a064990
LONDON DOCKS. Interior of covered footbridge at the docks with a couple of women walking at the far end. Photographed by John Gay in July 1965
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Media ID 1280206
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This photo print, titled "Covered footbridge a064990" takes us back in time to the bustling London Docks in July 1965. The image showcases an enchanting interior view of a covered footbridge, where two elegantly dressed women can be seen strolling at the far end. The composition exudes an air of mystery and intrigue as soft rays of light filter through the wooden slats above, casting intriguing shadows on the worn floorboards below. The weathered textures and architectural details hint at decades of history within these walls. Photographer John Gay has masterfully captured this moment, transporting us to a bygone era when dockside life was vibrant with activity. His keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate not only the structural beauty of this bridge but also its significance as a connection between different parts of the docks. As we gaze upon this evocative scene frozen in time, we are reminded that every corner holds stories waiting to be discovered. This photograph invites us to imagine what conversations may have taken place along this very bridge – perhaps tales of adventure or heartfelt goodbyes before ships set sail across distant seas. "Covered footbridge a064990" is more than just an image; it is a portal into history that sparks our curiosity and ignites our imagination about life at London Docks during one summer day in 1965.
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