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Vauxhall Bridge on the River Thames in 1817
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Vauxhall Bridge on the River Thames in 1817
Vauxhall Bridge, initially named Regent Bridge, over the River Thames, London. built in 1816. Nine-span bridge designed by engineer James Walker with cast iron arches and stone piers. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rudolph Ackermanns Repository of Arts, London, 1817
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Vauxhall Bridge, a stunning nine-span marvel gracing the River Thames in London, was completed in 1816 and initially named Regent Bridge. This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving, published in Rudolph Ackermann's Repository of Arts in 1817, captures the essence of this engineering feat during its early days. Designed by the renowned engineer James Walker, the bridge boasts cast iron arches and stone piers, embodying the Regency and neoclassical architectural styles of the time. The engraving offers a detailed plan and elevation view of the bridge, revealing its impressive double-wall structure with porches and airtraps at each end. These architectural elements served practical purposes, including providing shelter for pedestrians and trapping ice to prevent damage during the winter months. The bridge's drainage system, with a large drain mouth and grating at the base, ensured the efficient removal of water. In the background, the image showcases the stately homes and landed estates of the aristocracy and gentry that lined the riverbanks. Their grandeur contrasts beautifully with the industrial might of the bridge, symbolizing the harmony between the old and the new in 19th-century London. The intricate details in this engraving, from the delicate ornamentation on the bridge's porches to the individual windows in the houses, speak to the meticulous craftsmanship of the time. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the Regency era when London's urban landscape began to transform with innovative engineering and architectural designs.
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