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Poster Print : Admiralty Arch 1923 BL26970_009
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Admiralty Arch 1923 BL26970_009
ADMIRALTY ARCH, The Mall, Westminster, London, photographed from the roof of the Grand Hotel in February 1924. Containing offices and residential accommodation, Admiralty Arch incorporates a triumphal arch that acts as an entrance to the ceremonial approach to Buckingham Palace from Trafalgar Square. It was built in 1906-11 by Sir Aston Webb, who later remodelled the main façade of Buckingham Palace. The central archway is used only on ceremonial occasions
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Media ID 660813
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Arch Edwardian Landscape Road Traffic Urban
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning Admiralty Arch 1923 poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite piece, taken from the historic photograph by Bedford Lemere held at Historic England, showcases the iconic Admiralty Arch located on The Mall in Westminster, London. Captured in February 1924 from the rooftop of the Grand Hotel, this image beautifully portrays the architectural grandeur of this iconic landmark, which contains offices and residential accommodation. Bring the rich history of London into your home or office with this timeless and captivating poster print.
A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 71.9cm x 59.4cm (28.3" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Admiralty Arch, The Mall, Westminster, London, as captured in a historic photograph taken from the rooftop of the Grand Hotel in February 1924. This iconic edwardian structure, designed by Sir Aston Webb, stands as a grand urban landscape feature at the eastern end of The Mall, acting as an entrance to the ceremonial approach to Buckingham Palace from Trafalgar Square. Built between 1906 and 1911, Admiralty Arch is a fusion of architectural styles, incorporating a triumphal arch and offices, as well as residential accommodation. The central archway, adorned with intricate sculptural details, is used only on ceremonial occasions. Sir Aston Webb, who also remodelled the main façade of Buckingham Palace, designed Admiralty Arch to reflect the grandeur and opulence of the British monarchy. The photograph, taken in the winter of 1924, offers a unique perspective of the arch, revealing the intricate details of its design, as well as the bustling road below filled with traffic. The image captures the essence of the early 20th century, showcasing the architectural beauty of London during the Edwardian era. Admiralty Arch remains a significant landmark in London's urban landscape, drawing visitors from all corners of the world. Its historical significance and architectural grandeur continue to captivate and inspire, making it a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the city.
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