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London Bridge (new), London, 1831. Artist: Henry Matthews

London Bridge (new), London, 1831. Artist: Henry Matthews

1-238-023 - The London Archives (City of London)/Heritage Images

The opening of London Bridge, London by King William IV and Queen Adelaide, 1831. In the foreground figures stand on boats watching ceremonial barges pass by on the River Thames. The north west section of the bridge is partially covered by a marquee and decorated with flags from different nations. In the distance the Monument and the steeple of St Magnus the Martyr can be seen.

Image Details

People Information

Creator
  1. Henry Matthews, attributed to: (British?): Artist
Subject
  1. King William IV: English: King of Great Britain and Ireland
  2. Queen Adelaide: German, British: Queen Consort of King William IV
Medium
  1. Lithograph
Geographic Hierarchy

World Europe United Kingdom England Greater London London City of London

  1. 51 30 51 N , 000 05 37 W
Category Hierarchy

History & Politics Historical Events Royal Events

People Royalty

Locations & Buildings Places of Worship

Locations & Buildings Bridges

Locations & Buildings Monuments & Statues

Digital Image Size

Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 4779x3650
File Size : 51,104kb

Aliases

  1. 4395
  1. 0220001153
  1. 1-238-023
  1. 1153
  1. 1238023
  1. 4395
  1. A3
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