Post War Collection (page 2)

Christ Church, Cheylesmore DP173112
Christ Church, Frankpledge Road, Cheylesmore, Coventry, West Midlands. Interior, general view of nave

Coventry Cathedral DP164704
St Michaels Cathedral, Coventry, West Midlands. Exterior, roof detail of the new Cathedral by Basil Spence from the south

The Levelling Stone DP164627
The Levelling Stone, Upper Precinct, Coventry, West Midlands. Slab of slate depicting a Phoenix rising from the flames marking the redevelopment of Coventry

Hepworth - Curved Reclining Form DP169058
Barbara Hepworth sculpture of Curved Reclining Form (Rosewall), Future Walk, West Bars, Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Photographed by Alun Bull 2015

Brown - Meat Porters DP178265
Meat Porters (1959) by Ralph Brown, Market Square, Town Centre, Harlow, Essex. General view from the south west. Photographed by Steven Baker 2015

Frink - Horse and Rider DP183065
Dover Street and Piccadilly, Mayfair, London. Elisabeth Frink sculpture " Horse and Rider" from south west. Detail. Photographed by Chris Redgrave in 2015

Hepworth - Winged Figure DP183020
John Lewis Departmant Store, Oxford Street, Marylebone, Greater London. Barbara Hepworth sculpture " Winged Figure" mounted on Holles Street elevation. Detail

Frink - Desert Quartet DP167464
Montague Shopping Centre, Alexander Terrace, Worthing, West Sussex. Desert Quartet by Dame Elizabeth Frink. Photographed by James O. Davies, 2014

Farnley Hey DP137988
Farnley Hey, Farnley Tyas, Kirklees, West Yorkshire. 1954-5 by Peter Womersley. General view of double height living room. NHLE 1375671

Cummins Engine Factory DP100836
Cummins Engine Factory, Yarm Road, Darlington, County Durham. Constructed 1964-5. Designed by Kevin Roche, John Dinkerloo and Associates. General view of front elevation in Cor Ten steel

Royal College of Physicians DP099286
The Royal College of Physicians, St Andrews Place, Regents Park, Camden, Greater London. 1960-64, extended 1995-6 by Denys Lasdun and Partners. Interior of foyer, showing stair

Hillingdon a068672
Hillingdon, London. A newly built block of flats constructed in the brutalist style on an estate at Field End Road. Photographed by John Gay 1968-75

Point Royal DP137908
Point Royal, Rectory Lane, Easthampstead, Bracknell, Berkshire. General view of tower block built 1961-64, Listed Grade II (NHLE 1390361). Designed by Philip Dowson and Derek Sugden of Arup Associates

Elephant house DP138751
Regents Park, London. General view of former elephant house at London Zoo

8 June 1946 A message to sent to the schoolchildren of Britain to celebrate victory and the end of the war from King George VI TO-DAY, AS WE CELEBRATE VICTORY

Hepworth - Monolith (Empyrean) N070262
KENWOOD HOUSE, Hampstead Lane, Hampstead, London. Detail of white cherry tree with sculpture. Monolith (Empirean) by Barbara Hepworth 1954. Photographed by James O. Davies in 2007

Children of Liverpool playing in a bomb site left since the end of the Second World war. 5th August 1954

Gregory Hood Road DP164785
1 - 11 Gregory Hood Road, Coventry, West Midlands. Exterior detail of tiled surround to entrance door and balcony rails above, viewed from the south west

Bull Yard DP164661
Bull Yard, Coventry, West Midlands. Exterior, detail showing fins viewed from the east

Mitchell - reliefs / mosaics DP178283
Seven reliefs/mosaics (1963) by William Mitchell, The Water Gardens, Harlow, Essex. Detail view from the south east of relief/mosaic No.7 (ordered from west to east). Photographed by Steven Baker 2015

Mitchell - reliefs / mosaics DP178280
Seven reliefs/mosaics (1963) by William Mitchell, The Water Gardens, Harlow, Essex. Detail view from the south east of relief/mosaic No.4 (ordered from west to east). Photographed by Steven Baker 2015

Brown - Meat Porters DP178262
Meat Porters (1959) by Ralph Brown, Market Square, Town Centre, Harlow, Essex. General view from the south east. Photographed by Steven Baker 2015

Wynne - Guy the Gorilla DP183088
Crystal Palace Park, Sydenham, Greater London. David Wynne sculpture Guy The Gorilla. Photographed by Chris Redgrave in 2016

Wynne - Guy the Gorilla DP183090
Crystal Palace Park, Sydenham, Greater London. David Wynne sculpture Guy The Gorilla. Photographed by Chris Redgrave in 2016

Brazdys - Ritual DP183075
Coleman Street, City of London. Antanas Brazdys sculpture Ritual from north east. Photographed by Chris Redgrave in 2016

Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ The King DP030812
Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ The King, Liverpool, Merseyside. Exterior general view with the belfry

Discovery of an unexploded parachute mine in Hull after the Second World War. Navy and Army bomb disposal squads moving the parachute mine from the dredger to a waiting truck. May 1949

Royal Aircraft Factory S. E. 2
Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.2 (Scouting Experimental 2) with Geoffrey de Havilland at the controls. One of a series of incremental steps at the Royal Aircraft Factory

EINSTEIN TOWER, POTSDAM. The Einstein Tower at Potsdam, Germany, designed, 1920, by Eric Mendelsohn

Westmorland Road, Wyken DP164824
61 - 71 Westmorland Road, Wyken, Coventry, West Midlands. General view from the west

Nina lobkovskaya in war and peace, like all young girls, nina loves pretty clothes, here she is trying on a dress during a shopping trip

Narrow streets less than 30 feet wide, City of London, 1939 (colour litho)
7201423 Narrow streets less than 30 feet wide, City of London, 1939 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Engineering Building DP030799
Engineering Building, Leicester University, Leicester. Built 1961-63; James Stirling and James Gowan. Detail of workshop glazing. Photographed in August 2006

Sapper Bob White takes a deep breath, and tries to slide a rope round a bomb. The bomb is buried at the back of a hotel in Canning Town, London. Pictured, Bob White takes another plunge. July 1949

Discovery of a 500 pound unexploded American bomb in King George docks, Hill after the Second World War. Bomb disposal squad clear the danger. April 1948

People on the streets of belgrade, yugoslavia during a celebration of the first anniversary of liberation from the germans

A Transparent Dodge, cartoon
A Transparent Dodge. Germany: Help! Help! I drown! Throw me the life-belt! Mr Lloyd George and M. Briand: Try standing up on your feet

Point Royal DP137909
Point Royal, Rectory Lane, Easthampstead, Bracknell, Berkshire. General view of the tower block. 18 storey point block with circular partly underground parking garage. 1961-64

Roman Catholic Church of St Winefride, Monkmoor DP235132
Roman Catholic Church of St Winefride, Crowmere Road, Monkmoor, Shrewsbury, Shropshire. General view from the north west showing linked campanile and semi-circular sanctuary apse at the east end

Roger Stevens Building, Leeds University DP136623
Roger Stevens Building, Leeds University, Leeds, West Yorkshire. General view of the exterior

Southwyck House DP148600
Southwyck House, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, Lambeth, London. General view of housing estate by London Borough of Lambeth, completed in 1981

Derwent Tower a038508
Derwent Tower, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. The Dunston Rocket. August 2002. The tower was demolished in 2012

Cowper Terrace DP195620
Cowper Terrace, 105-123 St Marks Road, Westbourne Grove, London. This scheme of housing, designed by Jeremy and Fenella Dixon for the Kensington Housing Trust in 1975

Hillingdon Civic Centre DP183672
Hillingdon Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge, Hillingdon, Greater London. Sir Andrew Derbyshire architect; RMJM, 1973-1977

Pumping Station DP195587
Isle of Dogs Pumping Station, Stewart Street, Tower Hamlets, London. John Outrams Temple of Storms was built as part of the 1980s regeneration of Londons Docklands

Islington Square DP136574
Islington Square, New Islington, Ancoats, Manchester. General view of housing by FAT Architecture, 2006

No 1 Poultry DP131021
No1 Poultry, City of London. Exterior from south east. James Stirling and Michael Wilfords unsurpassed example of commercial Post-Modernism, on a monumental scale was listed at Grade II* in 2016

Post Modern Homebase DP103881
Homebase, 195 Warwick Road, London W14. Ian Pollard enjoyed a brief career as an architect and developer, making full use of wit and irony in his Egyptianate Homebase in Kensington (1988-90)

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"Reflecting on the Post-War Era: A Journey through Architectural Icons" Step into a world where resilience and innovation shaped the landscape of post-war Britain. From Hepworth's ethereal Winged Figure to Trellick Tower's towering presence, these architectural marvels stand as testaments to a nation rebuilding itself. Preston Bus Station, with its geometric design captured in DP143109 and FF003606, symbolizes progress and connectivity. Its functional beauty has become an iconic landmark that transcends time. Coventry Cathedral (DP164703) emerges from the ashes like a phoenix, blending modernity with tradition. Its striking structure serves as a reminder of hope amidst destruction, inspiring generations to come. Fleischmann's Mining Memorial (DP169357) pays homage to those who sacrificed their lives in pursuit of progress. This poignant sculpture stands tall against the backdrop of history, honoring their memory for eternity. Balfron Tower (DP137832), an epitome of Brutalist architecture, represents social change and urban regeneration. Its imposing silhouette tells tales of community spirit and transformation. In Soukop's Donkey (DP178233), we find solace in simplicity. Amidst the chaos of war aftermaths, this humble sculpture reminds us to appreciate life's small joys that often go unnoticed. New Street Signal Box (BB95_13681) whispers stories untold - a silent witness to countless journeys taken by weary souls seeking new beginnings or reuniting with loved ones after years apart. Preston Bus Station once again graces our narrative through JLP01_08_082572; it is more than just transportation hub but also an emblematic gathering place where dreams converge and aspirations take flight. Lower Precinct (DP164632) embraces modernity while preserving heritage; its vibrant atmosphere reflects a society eager for progress yet mindful not to forget its roots.