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London Power Station
2nd July 1955: Battersea power station in London. Original Publication: Picture Post - 7838 - What can The Citizen Do ? - pub. 1958 (Photo by Michael Hardy/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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Michael Hardy
Media ID 11738820
1950 1959 Architecture And Art Authority Battersea Chimney England Black Fuel And Power Generation London England Power Smoking Station
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating London Power Station poster print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This iconic photograph, captured by Michael Hardy in 1955, showcases the Battersea Power Station in London as it once stood in all its industrial glory. Originally published in Picture Post magazine in 1958, this vintage image is a must-have for anyone with an appreciation for history and urban landscapes. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, perfect for adding character and depth to any space.
A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 74.8cm x 59.4cm (29.4" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")
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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London Power Station - A Glimpse into the Industrial Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to 2nd July 1955, capturing the iconic Battersea power station in London. The image, originally published in Picture Post - 7838 - What can The Citizen Do? in 1958, showcases Michael Hardy's remarkable talent for immortalizing historical moments. The landscape format emphasizes the grandeur of this architectural marvel as it towers over the River Thames. Thick plumes of chimney smoke billow out from its towering structure, symbolizing a bygone era when coal-fired power stations were at their peak. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of fuel and power generation. In this snapshot, there are no people present; instead, our attention is drawn to a nautical vessel gracefully sailing along the river. Its presence adds an intriguing contrast between old and new technologies coexisting side by side. Hardy's use of black and white enhances the timeless quality of this image while emphasizing its historical significance. As we gaze upon this archival piece, we cannot help but appreciate both its artistic value and its role as a cultural artifact representing post-war England. With every detail meticulously captured through Hardy's lens – from the intricate architecture to the financial implications associated with such structures – this print invites us to reflect on London's rich history while celebrating its enduring beauty.
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