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Antique Framed Print : Coventry 1941 a42_00337
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Coventry 1941 a42_00337
The bomb damaged front elevation of 4 Gosford Street, Coventry. Photographed by G B Mason, 1941. Oxo poster advertisement
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 18844199
© Historic England Archive
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.9cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant print captures the devastating aftermath of the Coventry Blitz in 1941. The bomb-damaged front elevation of 4 Gosford Street stands as a haunting reminder of the destruction that engulfed this historic city during World War II. Through the lens of G B Mason, we are transported back to a time when war ravaged communities and left indelible scars on their landscapes. The image showcases not only the physical devastation but also serves as a testament to human resilience amidst adversity. Amidst the rubble and chaos, an Oxo poster advertisement defiantly clings to what remains of the building, symbolizing both hope and defiance in times of despair. Gosford Street becomes a microcosm for Coventry's wartime experience - once thriving with life, it now bears witness to unimaginable destruction. This photograph invites us to reflect on how ordinary lives were disrupted by conflict and reminds us never to take our peace for granted. Preserved by Historic England, this print is more than just a historical artifact; it is an emotional connection between past and present generations. It urges us to remember those who endured such hardships during wartime while inspiring gratitude for our own peaceful existence today. As we gaze upon this image captured by G B Mason over seven decades ago, let us honor those who lived through these dark times and strive towards creating a world where such devastation will never be repeated.
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