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Alexandra Palace
The transmission mast above the BBC wing of Alexandra Palace, north London, 20th August 1946. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 10932956
© 2007 Getty Images
1940 1949 Biological Process Electricity Pylon Global Communications London England Mast North Science And Technology Telecommunications Equipment Wing Alexandra Palace Diry Television Studio Transmitter
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our exquisite Alexandra Palace Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. Featuring a captivating image of Alexandra Palace, north London, as it looked on the 20th of August, 1946, with the iconic transmission mast above the BBC wing standing proud against the sky. This vintage postcard design makes for a thoughtful and unique greeting for any occasion, allowing you to share a piece of history with your loved ones.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Capturing the Birth of Television - A Historic Moment at Alexandra Palace
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to a significant moment in history - August 20th, 1946. Standing tall above the BBC wing of Alexandra Palace in north London is the iconic transmission mast, beautifully captured by the Topical Press Agency. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the birth of television as it begins its journey into every household across the nation. The towering transmitter pylon symbolizes a groundbreaking era of science and technology that would forever change our lives. The architectural marvels surrounding this telecommunications masterpiece showcase both elegance and functionality. The absence of people allows us to focus solely on these structures, emphasizing their importance within global communications. As we delve deeper into this image, we can almost hear the hum of electricity running through each telecommunication equipment meticulously placed around Alexandra Palace. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation during an age where broadcasting was rapidly evolving. Preserved with utmost care in archival photography, this print from Fine Art Storehouse transports us back to an era when arts, culture, and entertainment were revolutionized by television broadcasting. It reminds us how far we have come since then while honoring those who paved the way for our modern-day consumer products. Let this remarkable piece serve as a reminder that behind every technological advancement lies countless hours of dedication and passion from individuals like those at Topical Press Agency who documented these historic moments for generations to come.
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