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Old houses demolished to make way for new London Flats
circa 1920: Old houses are demolished to make way for new London County Council flats in Kennington Road. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11807282
1920 1929 Construction Industry Construction Site Demolishing Destruction England Black Large Group Of Objects
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step into history with our captivating Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image from the Hulton Archive. Witness the poignant moment in London's history (circa 1920) when old houses gave way to the modern era, making room for new London County Council flats in Kennington Road. This vintage photograph, filled with character and nostalgia, is brought to life on high-quality metal, creating a stunning and durable piece of art that adds depth and texture to any space. Embrace the beauty of the past while enjoying the contemporary appeal of metal print technology.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Echoes of the Past - London's Ever-Changing Landscape
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, taken circa 1920 by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, transports us back in time to witness a significant transformation in London's urban fabric. Here, old houses stand on the brink of demolition, making way for new London County Council flats along Kennington Road. In this poignant snapshot of history, we see a landscape dominated by debris and male workers diligently collecting remnants from the demolished structures. The image captures the essence of an era when progress clashed with tradition as England sought to modernize its cities. The architectural relics scattered around - chimneys, boxes, and various objects - serve as silent witnesses to lives once lived within these now-vacant walls. The scene evokes a sense of loss while simultaneously hinting at the promise of something new taking shape amidst the rubble. This photograph not only documents physical changes but also reflects broader themes such as finance and construction industry growth during that period. It reminds us that cities are living organisms constantly evolving through destruction and creation. As we gaze upon this archival piece from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, we are reminded that our present-day metropolis is built upon layers of history like these demolished houses. This image invites contemplation about how our own surroundings may one day be transformed into something entirely different – reminding us that change is inevitable and essential for progress.
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