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Discarded TV a071519

A discarded television beside a row of four dustbins outside a house in Kentish Town, Camden, Greater London. Photographed by John Gay

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> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > Camden

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Kentish Town

> Historic England > Abstracts > Oddments

> Historic England > Historic Images > Famed Photographers > John Gay Collection (1945-1990)

> Historic England > Industry > Broadcasting


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This print titled "Discarded TV a071519" captures the essence of urban decay and consumerism in modern society. The image showcases a forgotten television set, left abandoned beside a row of four dustbins outside a house in Kentish Town, Camden, Greater London. Photographed by the talented John Gay, this detailed shot highlights the stark contrast between technological progress and its inevitable obsolescence. The discarded TV serves as a poignant reminder of our ever-changing world, where yesterday's cutting-edge technology quickly becomes today's rubbish. The composition is strikingly thought-provoking; it invites viewers to reflect on the consequences of our throwaway culture. As we gaze upon this forsaken appliance amidst piles of refuse, we are prompted to question our own consumption habits and their impact on both the environment and ourselves. John Gay's keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate every aspect of this scene – from the cracked screen reflecting fragments of light to the worn-out buttons that once controlled endless hours of entertainment. Through his lens, he captures not only an object but also an entire narrative about human desires and aspirations. In preserving this moment through photography, Historic England provides us with an opportunity to contemplate how material possessions shape our lives and ultimately end up as mere remnants in time.

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