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Antique Framed Print : Berkeley Power Station JEH_22049_14
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Berkeley Power Station JEH_22049_14
Berkeley Power Station, Gloucestershire. Nuclear power station powered by two Magnox reactors. It openend in 1962 and was decommissioned in 1989. Photographed by Jim Hancock in 1971
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 12105995
© Historic England Archive
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). 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 37.1cm x 24.8cm (14.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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
1. Title: Aerial View of the Decommissioned Berkeley Power Station, Gloucestershire, England (1971) 2.. This evocative aerial photograph captures the imposing presence of the Berkeley Power Station as it stood in 1971, before its decommissioning in 1989. Located in the picturesque county of Gloucestershire, England, the power station was a significant landmark in the region, with its two Magnox reactors harnessing nuclear energy to generate electricity for the local population and beyond. Built in 1962, the Berkeley Power Station was a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement. The image reveals the intricate layout of the power station, with its cooling towers, turbine halls, and various support structures spread out across the landscape. The symmetrical arrangement of the buildings and the meticulously planned layout are a testament to the precision and planning involved in the construction of such a complex infrastructure. The photograph, taken by renowned British photographer Jim Hancock, offers a unique perspective on the power station, revealing its vast scale and intricate details. The aerial view allows us to appreciate the power station not only as an essential source of electricity but also as an architectural and engineering marvel. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the transformative impact of nuclear power on our modern world. The Berkeley Power Station, though now decommissioned, stands as a symbol of the progress and innovation that characterized the mid-20th century. This photograph serves as a valuable historical record, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and a reminder of the enduring legacy of human achievement.
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