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Antique Framed Print : Kings Cross Station a061596
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Kings Cross Station a061596
KINGS CROSS STATION, London. Looking towards the railway station from the roof of the St. Pancras Hotel with statue of Britannia in the foreground. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1960 - 1972
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Media ID 1286520
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18"x18" (46x46cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x18 inches (46x46cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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 29.4cm x 29.2cm (11.6" x 11.5")
Estimated Product Size is 46.5cm x 46.5cm (18.3" x 18.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the iconic scene of Kings Cross Station in London, as viewed from the rooftop of the historic St. Pancras Hotel. The image, taken by renowned photographer John Gay between 1960 and 1972, showcases the majestic statue of Britannia standing proudly in the foreground, silhouetted against the setting sun. The statue, which symbolizes the British Empire and its naval power, adds a sense of grandeur and history to the bustling railway station. The photograph offers a unique perspective of Kings Cross Station, with its intricate web of railway lines and platforms stretching out in every direction. The smokestacks of trains puffing out plumes of steam add to the dynamic and energetic atmosphere of the scene. The sun, setting behind the station, casts a warm glow over the entire image, creating a sense of tranquility and serenity amidst the chaos of the bustling transportation hub. The photograph also highlights the architectural beauty of St. Pancras Hotel, with its ornate details and elegant design. The contrast between the modern railway station and the historic hotel adds to the visual interest of the image. Overall, this photograph is a stunning representation of the rich history and vibrant energy of Kings Cross Station in London during the mid-20th century.
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