Forwarded from A Hatred For Modernism
This interesting display of bagged stones can be seen on the river bank of the #Thames just outside the @UniofGreenwich, #London.
A clever way to build resistance against a tide which has previously flooded the walkway. #Greenwich is full of surprises if you take the time to look.
A clever way to build resistance against a tide which has previously flooded the walkway. #Greenwich is full of surprises if you take the time to look.
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A speedy trip down the #Thames is a glorious reminder as to the historic worth & brilliance of #London. As I say often, a house is but a building, a home is something eternal.
#ThamesClipper With @ChelseaDan5
🎼 Stretch - Why Did You Do It
#ThamesClipper With @ChelseaDan5
🎼 Stretch - Why Did You Do It
This glorious image was taken in 1928, #London was hit by major flooding, the river #Thames had reached what's believed to be its highest point, causing up to 14 deaths. A storm in the 'North-Sea' took the blame, while the people of London, took the initiative. #WeAreWhoWeAre
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A brilliant 18th Century depiction of #London's river Thames, it's north bank & the old '#cityofLondon' by Giovanni Antonio Canaletto (1697-1768). Sir Christopher Wren's St Paul's Cathedral was complete in 1710, the painting displays a recovered city, post…
Another lovely painting by Giovanni Canaletto depicting the #Greenwich Hospital (later used by the Royal Naval College) from the north bank of the #Thames & designed by #ChristopherWren. Originally called' The Royal Hospital for Seamen', it was the great project of Queen Mary II.
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Whist walking the banks of the river #Thames this morning, I've already seen three cameramen who've set up just to capture images of the Shard and other modern buildings. They, like the magazines or sites they're photographing for, are the visible representation of our decline.
You may have noticed padlocks on some of the bridges and walkways along the river #Thames. As in #Paris and elsewhere, lovers sign their names and use the view of the river and this moment of closeness to solidify their bond. Though that moment lives forever, it's even more vivid when you see it year after year. Maybe you'd see it going to work, or maybe on a trip with friends.
If one's lover passed away, then the sight and safety of the padlock would mean more than people themselves.
I don't like to see tatt strewn about, but for some things, I'll make an exception. As you can see, some go to greater lengths than others, but ultimately, the message is very much the same. 🔒
If one's lover passed away, then the sight and safety of the padlock would mean more than people themselves.
I don't like to see tatt strewn about, but for some things, I'll make an exception. As you can see, some go to greater lengths than others, but ultimately, the message is very much the same. 🔒