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Framed Print : Westerham road sign, as seen at night. 1936
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Westerham road sign, as seen at night. 1936
Westerham road sign, as seen at night.
1936
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Media ID 10983319
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Road Road Signs Sign Transport Direction Lit Up Signage Traffic Sign
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Westerham road sign print from TopFoto. Captured in 1936, this unique image by John Topham showcases the classic Westerham road sign, bathed in the soft glow of the night. Add a touch of historic charm to your home or office decor with this beautiful framed print from Media Storehouse. Each print is carefully framed and printed to the highest quality, ensuring a stunning addition to your space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.2cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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 photo print, titled "Westerham road sign, as seen at night. 1936" takes us back to the enchanting era of the 1930s. The image showcases a beautifully lit up road sign in Westerham, exuding an air of mystery and nostalgia. Photographer John Topham skillfully captures the essence of this bygone time with his monochrome masterpiece. The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the composition, drawing our attention to every intricate detail on the signage. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are transported to a world where road signs were not just functional but also works of art. This particular sign stands tall against the darkness of night, guiding travelers with its illuminated direction arrows. The photograph serves as a reminder that even in times past, transportation played an essential role in society. Road signs like these acted as beacons for weary travelers seeking their way home or embarking on new adventures. Topham's work is a testament to his keen eye for capturing everyday moments that hold historical significance. Through this image, he invites us to reflect on how much has changed since then while appreciating the timeless beauty found within such simple objects. In summary, this remarkable photograph transports us back in time to witness a piece of European history during the interwar period. It reminds us that even mundane objects like road signs can carry profound meaning when viewed through an artist's lens.
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