Antique Framed Print : Cars blocking Lisle Street, London WC2
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Cars blocking Lisle Street, London WC2
Cars blocking Lisle Street, London WC2. Parking was allowed on both sides of this one-way street, making it difficult for fire services to get through in an emergency. It was recommended that parking should be allowed on one side of the road only
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Media ID 14156620
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Blocking Covent Difficult Emergency Headlights Lisle Parked Parking Services Sides Vehicles Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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 24.4cm x 17.8cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the narrow streets of London's Covent Garden district are illuminated only by the dim glow of headlights as a line of cars blocks Lisle Street, WC2. The one-way road, which was once a common feature of the congested urban landscape, is now a major obstacle for the London Fire Brigade (LFB) and its firefighters. Parking was permitted on both sides of Lisle Street, making it a challenge for emergency services to navigate through the maze of vehicles in the event of a fire or other emergency. The LFB and the London County Council (LCC) strongly recommended that parking be restricted to one side of the road to ensure unimpeded access for emergency vehicles. However, the recommendation was not always heeded, as evidenced by this image taken on a dark and quiet night. The firemen in this photograph, dressed in their iconic uniforms and helmets, stand ready to respond to any emergency that may arise. Their determined expressions and focused demeanor convey the urgency and importance of their work. Despite the challenges posed by the parked cars, they remain vigilant, knowing that every second counts in a firefighting situation. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into the past, when the streets of London were more congested and parking regulations were less strictly enforced. It also highlights the crucial role of the fire brigade in ensuring public safety and the importance of clear access for emergency vehicles. Today, Lisle Street and other one-way roads in London have been redesigned to prioritize emergency access, making it easier for the LFB and other emergency services to respond to incidents and keep the city safe.
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