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Melton Mowbray AA080820
MELTON MOWBRAY, Leicestershire.
A view at night of Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Just visible in the background is the tower of St Mary's Church. This photograph featured in the December 1954 edition of Country Fair magazine, with the title ‘Where the pies come from'.
A snowy winters night with petrol pumps and signs for the AA and RAC. Photographed by John Gay
John Gay (born Hans Göhler 1909 in Karlsruhe, Germany, died 1999 in Highgate, London)
Gay attended art college in his home town. In 1933 he left Germany, following Hitler's appointment as Chancellor, moving to England with his friend Walter Stern and Stern's family, including his mother, the photographer Martha Stern
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Melton Mowbray AA080820" framed print by John Gay from Historic England. This exquisite piece transports you to the charming town of Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire, where Burton Street comes alive under the cover of night. In the background, the majestic tower of St Mary's Church makes a subtle yet striking appearance. Our high-quality framed print is meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details of this historic scene. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home decor with this beautiful and authentic representation of Melton Mowbray's rich history.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.2cm x 24.4cm (9.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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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Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire: A Winter's Night Scene (December 1954) This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the enchanting sight of Burton Street in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, on a wintry night in December 1954. The scene is bathed in the soft, ethereal glow of the streetlights, casting long, dramatic shadows on the snow-covered ground. At the heart of the image, the petrol pumps and road signs for the Automobile Association (AA) and the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) stand proud and defiant against the cold, wintery night. Their bright, illuminated logos provide a stark contrast to the surrounding darkness, inviting weary travelers to seek refuge and assistance. In the background, the unmistakable silhouette of St Mary's Church tower emerges from the night, a testament to the town's rich history and tradition. The church, with its distinctive spire, has been a landmark in Melton Mowbray for centuries, and its presence adds a sense of timelessness to this winter scene. Photographed by the renowned British photographer John Gay, this image was featured in the December 1954 edition of Country Fair magazine, under the title 'Where the pies come from'. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the simple pleasures of a warm fire, a hot meal, and the comfort of a well-lit petrol station were enough to brighten the darkest winter's night.
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