Becton Gasworks RMG PW0975, William Lionel Wyllie, circa 1890

Becton gasworks wyllie's depiction of one of the massive jetties at the beckton gas works, including details of the cranes and the ships moored alongside. The gasworks closed in 1969 and lay derelict for many years. The area has now been redeveloped into housing. Becton gasworks. Date: circa 1890. Dimensions: Sheet: 232 x 370 mm. Collection: Fine art.