Antique Framed Print : Bombed Works, Broughton, Lancashire
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Bombed Works, Broughton, Lancashire
Bombed Works, Broughton, Salford, near Manchester, Lancashire, England. World War Two Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14197313
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Bombed Broughton Lancashire Manchester Salford
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 23cm x 37.1cm (9.1" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Bombed Works, Broughton: A Snapshot of War-Torn Lancashire in the 1940s This evocative photograph captures the devastating impact of World War Two on the industrial landscape of Broughton, near Manchester, Lancashire, England. The image, taken in the 1940s, bears witness to the destruction wrought by the relentless bombing raids that ravaged the region during the conflict. The photograph shows the remains of what was once a bustling industrial complex, now reduced to rubble and ruins. The desolate scene is a stark reminder of the human cost of war, with the ghostly outlines of buildings and machinery standing as silent testament to the lives disrupted and the futures shattered. The image also serves as a poignant record of the resilience and determination of the people of Broughton and Lancashire. Amidst the ruins, there are signs of life and hope, with workers in the foreground carrying on with their tasks, undeterred by the destruction around them. This image is a powerful reminder of the indomitable spirit of the British people during the darkest days of World War Two. The photograph is a poignant and evocative snapshot of a bygone era, offering a unique perspective on the history of the region and the impact of war on the lives of ordinary people. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving the past, and of the enduring power of photography to capture and convey the human experience.
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