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POSTER: LONDON, 1944. The Proud City - Chelsea Power House from Meek Street
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POSTER: LONDON, 1944. The Proud City - Chelsea Power House from Meek Street
POSTER: LONDON, 1944.
The Proud City - Chelsea Power House from Meek Street. Lithograph with an illustration by Walter E. Spradberry and quotation from James McNeill Whistler, 1944
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1940s 1944 Bombing British Cityscape London Night Post War Poster Propaganda Ruin Walter Blackout Power House Proud Quotation Searchlight
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POSTER: LONDON, 1944. The Proud City - Chelsea Power House from Meek Street captures the resilience and spirit of London during the darkest days of World War II. This striking lithograph, illustrated by Walter E. Spradberry, transports us to a cityscape marred by bombings and blackout restrictions. The image depicts a mid-night scene with searchlights piercing through the darkness, illuminating the proud silhouette of Chelsea Power House against a backdrop of ruins. The power house stands as a symbol of strength and determination amidst destruction, reminding us that even in times of war, London remained an indomitable force. Accompanying this powerful illustration is a poignant quotation from James McNeill Whistler that further emphasizes the unwavering spirit of this great city. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded that despite facing unimaginable hardships and loss, Londoners never lost their pride or their will to rebuild. This poster serves as both propaganda and historical documentation; it encapsulates not only the physical devastation caused by bombing raids but also showcases how art was used as a tool for morale-boosting during wartime. Granger Art on Demand presents this piece from their collection with utmost respect for its historical significance. It allows us to reflect on an era when London's streets were filled with rubble yet its people refused to be defeated.
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