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The high rise flats at Cruddas Park Housing Estate in Newcastle 12 March 1965 - the ultra
The high rise flats at Cruddas Park Housing Estate in Newcastle 12 March 1965 - the ultra modern sculture by Kenneth Ford is in the foreground
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21608566
© Mirrorpix
Cityscapes Depressing Grim High Rise Flats Homes Sculpture Tower Block Uk Social History
Photo Mug
Relive the past with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring a classic image from Memory Lane Prints. This mug showcases the ultra-modern Cruddas Park Housing Estate in Newcastle, as it looked on 12 March 1965. The foreground highlights Kenneth Ford's iconic sculpture, "the ultra," an ultra-modern sculture that defined the era. Wrap your hands around a piece of history with every sip. Perfect for reminiscing or as a unique gift. Embrace the nostalgia, one mug at a time.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This print takes us back to the bustling city of Newcastle on a crisp March day in 1965. Standing tall against the grey sky are the high rise flats at Cruddas Park Housing Estate, an emblematic symbol of urban development during that era. The towering structures, with their clean lines and modern design, represent a bold step towards progress and innovation. In the foreground, we see an intriguing contrast between these imposing buildings and a striking sculpture by Kenneth Ford. This ultra-modern artwork adds a touch of artistic flair to the otherwise concrete landscape. Its abstract form invites contemplation, offering a momentary escape from the surrounding urban environment. However, beneath this seemingly progressive facade lies a deeper narrative. The image evokes feelings of melancholy as we ponder upon the social history associated with such housing estates. These tower blocks were intended to provide homes for many families but often became synonymous with deprivation and isolation. As we gaze at this photograph, it serves as a poignant reminder of both architectural ambition and societal challenges faced during that time period. It prompts reflection on how our built environment can shape lives and communities – sometimes uplifting them while other times leaving behind traces of sadness or neglect. NCJ's Memory Lane Prints allow us to explore history through visual storytelling, capturing moments that encapsulate not only physical landscapes but also emotional narratives woven into our collective memory.
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