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White Conduit Street, Islington FF003132
WHITE CONDUIT STREET, Islington, London. A line of children hold hands as they walk along the middle of White Conduit Street towards the junction with Chapel Market in Islington. Much of the street was demolished in the late 20th century to make way for Tolpuddle Street and a car park. Photographed by John Gay c.1950 s-1960 s
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Media ID 3463459
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the rich history of White Conduit Street in Islington, London, through the captivating lens of renowned photographer John Gay. This exquisite photograph, part of the Media Storehouse range of Historic England prints, captures a heartwarming moment as a line of children, holding hands, make their way along the cobblestone street towards Chapel Market. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history and charm to your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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White Conduit Street, Islington: A Snapshot of Childhood and Urban Life in Post-War London This evocative photograph captures a moment in time, as a line of children, dressed in coats and scarves against the chill of a London winter, hold hands and walk along the middle of White Conduit Street towards the junction with Chapel Market in Islington. The scene is one of simple joy and camaraderie, as the children navigate the cobblestone street, oblivious to the hustle and bustle of the city around them. White Conduit Street, located in the heart of Islington, was once a vibrant and bustling part of London's urban fabric. The photograph, taken by renowned photographer John Gay between the 1950s and 1960s, offers a glimpse into a time before much of the street was demolished to make way for Tolpuddle Street and a car park. The image invites us to reflect on the changing landscape of London and the people who once called this area home. The children in the photograph, with their rosy cheeks and bright expressions, embody the innocence and resilience of childhood. Their presence on the street, in the midst of the urban environment, serves as a reminder that even in the midst of change and development, there are constants that endure. This photograph is a testament to the power of a single moment to transport us back in time and connect us to the human experiences that shape our cities.
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