Nelson's Column op Trafalgar Square 1851 - 1880

This photograph, "Nelson's Column op Trafalgar Square," taken by James Valentine between 1851 and 1880, captures the iconic monument in London. The image, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the column, a tribute to Admiral Horatio Nelson, against a backdrop of the National Gallery and bustling city life. The composition emphasizes the column's towering presence and the surrounding architectural grandeur of Trafalgar Square, offering a glimpse into the bustling cityscape of Victorian London. The photograph's stark contrast and sharp details further accentuate the grandeur of the scene, capturing a snapshot of British history and urban development.