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Canvas Print : White City Estate, 1939 EPW062152
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White City Estate, 1939 EPW062152
The London County Council White City Estate, Olympic Stadium and Loftus Road football ground, Shepherds Bush, London, from the south-west, 9th July 1939. Queens Park Rangers FC. QPR
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 18376683
© Historic England Archive
Football Residential Sport Urban
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Experience the rich history of White City Estate with our stunning Canvas Print of "White City Estate, 1939 EPW062152" by Aerofilms from Historic England. This captivating image takes you back in time to 9th July 1939, showcasing the London County Council White City Estate, Olympic Stadium, and Loftus Road football ground in Shepherds Bush, London. A perfect addition to your home or office, our high-quality Canvas Prints bring history to life with their vibrant colors and textured finish, ensuring a beautiful and timeless piece of art that will be admired for years to come.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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This aerial photograph, taken by Aerofilms for Historic England on the 9th of July 1939, offers a unique perspective of White City Estate in Shepherds Bush, London. The image showcases an intriguing blend of urban development, residential areas, and sporting facilities. At the heart of the scene lies the iconic White City Estate, a large-scale social housing project initiated by the London County Council. The estate, with its neatly arranged blocks of flats, epitomizes the modernist architectural trends of the time. The use of open spaces, communal gardens, and tree-lined streets aimed to provide residents with a healthy and vibrant living environment. To the north of the estate, the Olympic Stadium stands proudly, a testament to the city's rich sporting history. The stadium, which hosted the 1948 Summer Olympics, is a significant landmark in London's sporting landscape. Its presence not only adds to the area's distinctive character but also highlights the community's commitment to physical activity and athletic pursuits. In the bottom left corner of the photograph, Loftus Road football ground, home to Queens Park Rangers Football Club, can be seen. The stadium, with its distinctive floodlights, adds to the area's diverse mix of facilities and further underscores the importance of community and recreation in the lives of the residents. This photograph is a fascinating snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the past and the evolving urban landscape of London. It serves as a reminder of the importance of community, sport, and the role of urban planning in shaping the lives of city dwellers.
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