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Antique Framed Print : Victoria Station a061899
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Victoria Station a061899
VICTORIA STATION, London. Interior of the station showing two adjoining platforms, one with a train departing, the other with a standing train. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1960-1972
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Media ID 1245355
© Historic England
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 29.3cm x 29.4cm (11.5" x 11.6")
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 portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the bustling Victoria Station in London. The interior of this iconic transportation hub is beautifully captured by the lens of photographer John Gay, who skillfully showcases two adjoining platforms. One platform reveals a departing train, its engine billowing steam as it embarks on its journey, while the other platform hosts a stationary train awaiting its next passengers. The image exudes an air of nostalgia, transporting us to an era between 1960 and 1972 when this snapshot was taken. The architectural marvel that is Victoria Station's roof looms above, casting intricate shadows across the scene below. Its grandeur serves as a reminder of the station's historical significance within London's railway network. John Gay's keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate not only the trains themselves but also their surroundings. From worn-out benches to busy commuters scurrying about with purposeful strides, every element tells a story of daily life at this bustling transport hub. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph from Historic England's collection, we are reminded of how vital railways have been in shaping our cities and connecting people throughout history. It serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and our ceaseless desire for exploration and connection through transportation networks like Victoria Station.
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