dolphin’s noses
London had a bit of a moment this summer, and it was looking very handsome I must say.
Among the most iconic and most photographed images of the Thames are the dolphin lampposts that line the Albert Embankment. They were designed by my ancestor George Vulliamy – ‘Cast Iron George’ – in 1870. He was also responsible, less romantically but vitally, for designing London’s great iron drainage system that literally underpins the city.
So next time you’re in town and you spot one, give a dolphin’s nose a little stroke from me.
Fancy that – what a wonderful ancestor! Will definitely give one a stroke next time I’m passing…
Thank you very much Jane, please do!
We Vulliamys are an odd crew that’s for sure – there are a lot of surprising tales in the book my Dad made for us (entitled ‘Various Vulliamys’ – marvellous)…
How exciting!! I would love a claim to fame like that!
What a lovely & kind thing to say Helen, thank you so much! X