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Poster Print : London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London
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London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London
London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London Date: circa 1940
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Media ID 11582683
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Active Barge Barges Busy Crane Cranes Delivering Docks Lift Lifting Lifts Load Loading Maritime Produce Sack Sacks Tugboat Unload Unloading
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Discover the captivating charm of London's past with our exquisite "London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London" poster print from Media Storehouse. this stunning vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and dating back to circa 1940, offers a glimpse into the bustling activity of the Port of London. With the hustle and bustle of ships, cranes, and workers, this poster brings history to life and makes for a perfect addition to any room in your home or office. Our high-quality poster prints are sure to impress with their vibrant colors and sharp details, transporting you back in time to experience the energy and excitement of London's bustling docks. Add this captivating piece to your collection and enjoy the beauty and rich history it brings to your space.
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 52.3cm x 84.1cm (20.6" x 33.1")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 84.1cm (23.4" x 33.1")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London (circa 1940): A captivating photograph that vividly portrays the bustling activity at the Port of London during the 1940s. The River Thames, a lifeline for the city, teems with a flotilla of boats and barges, each playing a crucial role in the intricate dance of unloading and loading. In the foreground, workers in thick coats and hats are seen unloading sacks from a barge, their faces etched with determination and focus. The sacks, likely filled with essential produce, are carefully lifted and transported to waiting trucks by cranes and tugboats. The cranes, with their massive arms outstretched, are a testament to the industrial might of the era. The scene is a symphony of movement and energy, with boats of all shapes and sizes navigating the river, their horns blaring to signal their approach. The air is filled with the sounds of activity - the clanging of metal, the roar of engines, and the cries of the workers. The Port of London was a hub of trade and commerce during the 1940s, with goods from around the world arriving and departing daily. This photograph offers a glimpse into the active and working life of the port, a testament to the resilience and determination of the people who kept the city supplied during a time of great upheaval. London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a time when the river was the lifeblood of the city, and the docks were the beating heart of London's industrial might.
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