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The Royal Academy, Covent Garden and the British Museum
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The Royal Academy, Covent Garden and the British Museum
The Royal Academy, Covent Garden and the British Museum. The Royal Academy founded in 1768 in Somerset House 67, woman with black servant shopping for flowers in Covent Garden market 68 and view of the gateway to the British Museum in Montagu House 69. Woodcut engraving after an illustration by Isaac Taylor from City Scenes, or a Peep into London, by Ann Taylor and Jane Taylor, published by Harvey and Darton, Gracechurch Street, London, 1828. English sisters Ann and Jane Taylor were prolific Romantic poets and writers of childrens books in the early 19th century
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1826 Academy Architect Britannia Capital Carleton Carlton Charing Covent Darton Demolished Educational Geography Harvey Holland Isaac Jane Observatory Office Peep Quadrant Regent Romantic Sisters Taylor Tourist Trades Woodblock Woodcut Childrens Sueur
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This woodcut engraving, titled 'City Scenes, or a Peep into London,' offers a glimpse into the vibrant and bustling heart of 19th century London. The image is a meticulous reproduction of an original illustration by Isaac Taylor, based on the observations of English sisters Ann and Jane Taylor. The scene begins at The Royal Academy in Covent Garden, where a woman in a elegant dress and a black servant are seen shopping for flowers amidst the lively market. Founded in 1768, The Royal Academy was then located in Somerset House and was a hub for artists and art enthusiasts. Next, the view shifts to Charing Cross, with the grand gateway to the British Museum in Montagu House visible in the distance. The British Museum, established in 1753, was a treasure trove of history and culture, attracting scholars and tourists alike. The scene also includes notable London landmarks such as Carlton House and the Quadrant, Regent Street, and the Statue of King Charles I at Charing Cross. The architectural masterpieces of Henry Holland and Charles Le Sueur are depicted, with the demolished Carlton House and the County Fire Office in the background. The image also showcases various trades and activities, such as the office of the Observatory and the Britannia, providing a snapshot of the diverse and dynamic city life. The woodcut engraving, published by Harvey and Darton in 1828, offers a unique and educational perspective of London during the early 19th century, making it a valuable historical document and an intriguing piece of art.
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