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Canvas Print : Bull Ring Shopping Centre, Birmingham JLP01_12_001
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Bull Ring Shopping Centre, Birmingham JLP01_12_001
Interior view of the Bull Ring Shopping Centre, Birmingham, showing escalators and people shopping, c. 1964. John Laing Collection
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 11446405
© Historic England. John Laing Photographic Collection
People Retail Shop Stair Bullring
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Discover the charm of the past with our exquisite Canvas Print of the Bull Ring Shopping Centre, Birmingham, by Historic England Archive. This captivating interior view, taken c. 1964, showcases the iconic shopping centre in all its vintage glory. Witness the hustle and bustle of shoppers using the escalators, transporting you back in time. Our high-quality Canvas Prints, featuring the John Laing Collection image JLP01_12_001, are meticulously printed on premium canvas material, ensuring vibrant colours and exceptional detail. Bring the history of Birmingham's Bull Ring Shopping Centre into your home and add a touch of nostalgia to your decor.
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 evocative photograph, taken in 1964, captures the bustling interior of the Bull Ring Shopping Centre in Birmingham, as seen through the John Laing Collection at Historic England Archive. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the retail landscape of the mid-20th century. At the heart of the scene are the iconic escalators, their sleek, curved design a testament to the modernity and innovation of the shopping centre. The escalators serve as a focal point, drawing the eye and guiding the viewer through the space. The escalators were a novelty at the time, offering a convenient and efficient way to navigate the multi-level shopping centre, which was a new concept in retail at the time. Surrounding the escalators, people are seen engaged in various shopping activities. Some are browsing the displays, others are trying on clothes, and still others are carrying bags filled with purchases. The diverse crowd reflects the appeal of the Bull Ring Shopping Centre, which attracted shoppers from all walks of life. In the background, a car can be seen parked near the entrance, hinting at the convenience of the shopping centre's location and accessibility. The Bull Ring Shopping Centre was a trailblazer in British retail, setting the standard for modern, multi-level shopping centres and paving the way for the development of similar centres across the country. This photograph is a fascinating snapshot of a bygone era, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of retail and consumer culture in post-war Britain.
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