Gezicht op London Bridge 1880 - 1900

"Gezicht op London Bridge" (View of London Bridge) is a black and white photograph by the German photographic firm Römmler & Jonas, dating from 1880-1900. This photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a bustling scene of London Bridge, showcasing the bridge's architecture and the movement of people and horse-drawn carriages across its surface. The image offers a glimpse into the bustling life of London in the late 19th century, with the Thames River and distant city skyline providing a broader context for the bridge's significance. This snapshot of London Bridge is an example of the photographic documentation of urban landscapes that became popular during the industrial era.