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Cirro-cumulus cloud which occurs in summer in warm dry weather. Shown over the River Thames
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Cirro-cumulus cloud which occurs in summer in warm dry weather. Shown over the River Thames
Cirro-cumulus cloud which occurs in summer in warm dry weather. Shown over the River Thames, London, England. In right foreground is a typical Thames sailing barge. The bridge is Blackfriars, designed by Robert Mylne (1734-1811), built 1760-1769 and replaced 1860-1869. St Pauls Cathedral is in the centre of the picture. From The Beauty of the Heavens by Charles F Blount (London, 1845). Coloured lithograph
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1845 Barge Beauty Blackfriars Bridge Built Cathedral Centre Charles Civil Cloud Coloured Designed Engineering Foreground Heavens Lithograph Meteorology Paul Picture Replaced River Robert Sailing Shown Summer Thames Typical Warm Weather 1860 1869 Blount Mylne Occurs
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a Cirro-cumulus cloud formation, a phenomenon commonly observed during warm and dry summer weather. The image captures the picturesque River Thames in London, England, with its iconic Blackfriars Bridge designed by the brilliant engineer Robert Mylne. This bridge, built between 1760 and 1769 and later replaced from 1860 to 1869, stands gracefully in the foreground alongside a typical Thames sailing barge. At the heart of this stunning picture is St Paul's Cathedral, majestically dominating the skyline. Its grandeur perfectly complements the ethereal nature of these unique clouds floating above. The lithograph was expertly colored to enhance every detail and bring out the true magnificence of both man-made structures and natural phenomena. Originally featured in Charles F Blount's renowned publication "The Beauty of the Heavens" in 1845, this print serves as an exquisite representation of Britain's rich history intertwining with meteorology and civil engineering achievements. It invites viewers to appreciate not only our architectural marvels but also the wonders that unfold above us. As we gaze upon this enchanting scene captured over two centuries ago, it reminds us that despite time passing by, some things remain constant - like our fascination with both human ingenuity and nature's breathtaking displays.
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