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St Pauls Cathedral, London, c1855. Artist: Jules Louis Arnout
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St Pauls Cathedral, London, c1855. Artist: Jules Louis Arnout
View of St Pauls Cathedral, London, c1855; with traffic in the foreground, including two firemen running with a ladder, a cart stacked high with bales and a second filled with fruit and vegetables
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This print of St Paul's Cathedral, London, taken around 1855 by the talented artist Jules Louis Arnout, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the bustling city life of that era. The grandeur of the cathedral stands tall in the background while the foreground is teeming with activity. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a vibrant street scene filled with horse-drawn vehicles and people going about their daily routines. Amidst the hustle and bustle, two firemen can be seen sprinting with a ladder, ready to respond to an emergency. Their dedication to protecting lives and property is evident even in this historic moment. The variety of carts passing by adds further charm to this image - one cart stacked high with bales indicating trade or commerce taking place nearby; another overflowing with fresh fruits and vegetables symbolizing sustenance for both locals and visitors alike. As we gaze upon this lithograph from Guildhall Library and Art Gallery collection, it transports us back to a time when transportation relied on horsepower rather than engines. It reminds us of how much our cities have evolved over time but also serves as a reminder that some things remain constant – like St Paul's Cathedral standing tall as a beacon of faith amidst ever-changing streetscapes. This monochrome masterpiece not only captures architectural beauty but also encapsulates elements such as religion, occupation, emergency services, transportation - all intricately woven into the tapestry of city life during nineteenth-century London.
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