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Festival of Britain a51_06843
Festival of Britain, South Bank, Lambeth, London. A view between the north wall of Station Gate and the Turntable Cafe at the South Bank Exhibition site during the Festival of Britain with The Skylon in the background. Photographed by M W Parry in 1951
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Media ID 11475947
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20"x20" (51x51cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the iconic image "Festival of Britain a51_06843" by The Historic England Archive. This beautiful photograph captures the essence of the South Bank Exhibition site during the Festival of Britain, with the iconic Skylon towering over the Turntable Cafe and the North Wall of Station Gate. Our high-quality metal prints are not only eye-catching but also durable, making them the perfect addition to any room in your home or office. Bring a piece of history into your space with this timeless image.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the iconic Festival of Britain in 1951, a momentous event that celebrated the nation's resilience and creativity after the devastation of World War II. The image captures a view between the north wall of Station Gate and the Turntable Cafe at the South Bank Exhibition site, providing a glimpse into this vibrant cultural extravaganza. In the background stands The Skylon, an awe-inspiring futuristic sculpture that became one of the festival's most recognizable symbols. Its towering presence against London's Lambeth skyline serves as a testament to human ingenuity and artistic vision. Photographed by M W Parry, this snapshot encapsulates not only architectural marvels but also an atmosphere teeming with excitement and wonder. It transports us to a time when people flocked to exhibitions like these, eagerly exploring innovative ideas across various disciplines. Preserved within Historic England Archive, this photograph allows us to relive those moments when art merged seamlessly with technology and design. It reminds us of our collective ability to rebuild society through creativity and unity. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, let it serve as a reminder that history is not just about events long gone; it is about capturing fleeting moments that shaped our present world. Let it inspire us to continue pushing boundaries in pursuit of progress while cherishing our rich heritage.
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