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Queen Victoria Street, looking east from Queen Street, City of London, 1890 (b / w photo)
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Queen Victoria Street, looking east from Queen Street, City of London, 1890 (b / w photo)
1786142 Queen Victoria Street, looking east from Queen Street, City of London, 1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: View of Queen Victoria Street. Cars and horse-drawn carts and pedestrians are visible. Multiple shop-fronts are visible.
City of London); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22266768
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
Cars Carts Pedestrians Queen Street Queen Victoria Street Shop Fronts Shops Traffic
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This photograph, taken in 1890 by an English photographer, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the bustling streets of Queen Victoria Street in the City of London. The image captures a vibrant city scene filled with a mix of cars, horse-drawn carts, and pedestrians going about their daily routines. As one's gaze wanders through the photo print, multiple shop-fronts come into view, showcasing the diverse range of businesses that lined this historic street. The architecture exudes Victorian charm and grandeur, with intricate facades and ornate details adorning each building. The atmosphere depicted is one of constant movement and activity. People hurry along the sidewalks while others leisurely stroll or engage in conversation. The traffic flows steadily amidst this urban symphony as horses trot alongside early automobiles. Queen Victoria Street itself stretches out before us like a ribbon connecting past and present. It serves as a testament to Britain's rich history and its enduring spirit as an economic powerhouse. This remarkable snapshot from over a century ago allows us to step back in time and witness the vibrancy of London's city life during the late 19th century. It reminds us that even amidst progress and change, certain elements such as architecture, traffic congestion, and bustling shops remain timeless features within any metropolis.
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