Wash and pen drawing. 19 by 11½ in.
This view appears to be taken from the Westminster side. According
to Labelye’s “Description,” published in 1751, the bridge was almost
finished in the spring of 1747, but soon afterwards a pier settled
badly. The two adjoining arches were thus wrecked and had to be
supported by wooden framework, the spandrels, balustrades, etc., being
removed. The effects of this accident are here shown; they delayed
the opening for years.
By CANALETTO, 1747 (1697-1768).
_Lent by H.M. the King._