Section of the White Tower, Tower of London, from east to west Size:Large: 7 x 5in View of Gresham Street

View of Gresham Street

View of the City of London from the south bank of the River Thames

figures and a covered cart can be seen on the street

Coade stone is an artificial stone material which is highly weather-resistant

Map of twelve mile area around London

Section of the White Tower, Tower of London, from east to west Size:Large: 7 x 5in View of Gresham StreetSection of the White Tower, Tower of London, from east to west, 1815. Work on the White Tower probably began in around 1077 after William the Conqueror, having occupied London, ordered fortifications to be built. Work slowed after his death in 1087 and the White Tower was not finished until after 1100.