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Sailors Home, Well Street, London Docks (engraving)
607537 Sailors Home, Well Street, London Docks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sailors Home, Well Street, London Docks; from Penny Illustrated Paper, 29 August 1868); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23492244
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Dock London Docks Pier Sailors Home Well Street Wharf
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This engraving takes us back to the bustling London Docks in the 19th century. The focal point of the image is the magnificent Sailors Home, standing proudly on Well Street. Its grand architecture commands attention, with intricate details that speak of a bygone era. The sailors' home served as a haven for seafarers who sought refuge after long voyages at sea. It was more than just a building; it represented safety, comfort, and camaraderie for those who called it their temporary abode. The pier adjacent to the home tells tales of ships docking and unloading precious cargo from distant lands. As we delve into this historical snapshot, we can almost hear the echoes of sailors' laughter mingling with seagulls' cries and smell the salty air that permeated every corner of this vibrant port city. This engraving captures not only an architectural marvel but also a slice of London's maritime heritage. It reminds us that behind every great harbor lies stories untold – stories of adventure, hardship, and triumphs shared by countless sailors who braved treacherous seas in search of new horizons. This print serves as a window into their world, transporting us back to an era when London was truly at its nautical peak. Let this image be a reminder that even within concrete structures lie intangible memories waiting to be discovered by those willing to explore history's depths.
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