Antique Framed Print : Canvas and aluminium screen, Festival of Britain, London
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Canvas and aluminium screen, Festival of Britain, London
View of a brightly coloured canvas and tubular aluminium screen which faced the Country Pavilion at the Festival of Britain exhibition on the South Bank, London.
early 1951
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Media ID 7192701
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1951 Aluminium Banister Bank Bright Dimensional Dimensions Exposition Feature Festival Geometric Geometrical Railings Screen Shape Shapes Stairs Tubular
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 20.5cm x 24.4cm (8.1" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Vibrant Spectacle of Colour and Geometry: The Canvas and Aluminium Screen at the Festival of Britain, London (1951) 2.. This evocative image captures the spirit of innovation and excitement that pervaded the Festival of Britain exhibition held in London during the early summer of 1951. The photograph showcases the striking Canvas and Aluminium Screen situated before the Country Pavilion, located on the South Bank. The screen, a harmonious blend of art and architecture, is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the era. Its brightly coloured canvas panels, adorned with intricate geometric shapes, contrast beautifully with the sleek, tubular aluminium framework. The 3D shapes and dimensional dimensions of the screen add a sense of depth and texture to the overall composition. The Country Pavilion, with its banistered steps and stairs, serves as an elegant backdrop to the screen. The railings and shapes of the pavilion complement the screen's design, further emphasizing the geometric theme that was prevalent throughout the Festival of Britain. The Festival of Britain was a national celebration of post-war recovery and optimism, and this screen was a standout feature that drew the attention of visitors from all corners of the globe. The screen's bold, colourful design reflected the spirit of the 1950s and the country's renewed sense of pride and progress. This photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the future seemed bright and full of possibilities. The Canvas and Aluminium Screen at the Festival of Britain remains an iconic symbol of the era, a testament to the power of art and design to inspire and captivate.
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