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Thames Tunnel
View of the newly opened Thames Tunnel, linking Wapping and Rotherhithe in London.
circa 1840s
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Media ID 23081458
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1840s Foot Linking Rotherhithe Tunnel Tunnels Underneath Wapping
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the newly opened Thames Tunnel in London, linking the districts of Wapping and Rotherhithe, circa 1840s. The Thames Tunnel, a marvel of 19th-century engineering, was the world's first underwater tunnel for road traffic and the first major project to use a cast-iron segmental tunnel design. The image showcases the interior of the tunnel, with people walking along the narrow footway, their shadows cast long and dark against the damp, brick walls. The tunnel's low ceiling is just inches above their heads, and the dim light from the gas lamps illuminates the way forward. The sound of the Thames' waters rushing overhead can be heard, adding to the sense of adventure and discovery. The Thames Tunnel was a groundbreaking achievement in transportation history, allowing people to travel between the two districts without having to navigate the treacherous waters of the Thames. It was a significant improvement over the previous ferry service, which was subject to the whims of the river's tides and weather. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when such a feat of engineering was a source of wonder and excitement. The Thames Tunnel paved the way for the construction of other underwater tunnels and bridges, revolutionizing the way we travel and connect cities around the world.
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