Southampton Water, Pier and Quay RMG PY0222, George Childs, circa 1840

Southampton water, pier and quay the full caption reads: " southampton water, pier and quay: the 'oriental' standing off the quay, the 'tagus' lying along-side the pier, and the 'pluto' east india steamer to the extreme right; viewed from the top of the custom house on regatta-day. " (it also shows 'ruby' and 'gadabout') the print can be dated from around 1840. The left-bottom corner shows a gas column erected in 1829 to the town quay. It carried a light as a navigation for shipping. The royal pier was opened in 1833. It also bears the coat of arms of queen victoria - from 20 june 1837 (with thanks to mr bernard andrews for providing this information). It can also be found bound in sir william cope"views in hampshire", vol. 4: illus. 232. Date: circa 1840. Dimensions: Sheet: 229 x 285 mm; Mount: 405 mm x 558 mm. Collection: Fine art.

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Author: Carpenter, William (artist and publisher); Childs, G (engraver)Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/

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