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1930s Portsmouth CXP01_01_039
HIGH STREET, PORTSMOUTH. Looking south-west along the south side of the High Street from the junction with Lombard Street, showing the Dolphin Hotel and the Museum and Art Gallery on the left
This photograph shows buildings between numbers 40-47 High Street in Portsmouth, most of which were later destroyed by bomb damage in the Second World War. The Museum and Art Gallery, in the Doric style Guildhall (built 1837), was destroyed by a bombing raid on 10th January 1941. However the building to the left of it, the Dolphin Hotel, survived the war virtually intact. On the right hand side of the photograph is the office of Charpentier Ltd, printers, at 46 High Street
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 22199895
© Historic England Archive
Destruction Hotel Loss And Loss And Destruction Museum Office
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the charm of the past with Media Storehouse's exquisite photographic print, "1930s Portsmouth CXP01_01_039" by Charles William Prickett. This stunning black-and-white image, brought to you by Historic England, transports you back in time as you gaze upon the bustling High Street of Portsmouth in the 1930s. With the junction of Lombard Street in the background, this print is a beautiful reminder of the history and character of this vibrant city. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless elegance to any room.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.7cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the bustling atmosphere of 1930s Portsmouth's High Street, as seen from the junction with Lombard Street. Looking south-west along the south side of the street, one's gaze is immediately drawn to two prominent landmarks on the left: The Dolphin Hotel and the Museum and Art Gallery. The buildings between numbers 40-47 High Street, featured in this photograph, sadly fell victim to devastating bomb damage during World War II. However, it is worth noting that while the Museum and Art Gallery was destroyed by a bombing raid on January 10th, 1941, its neighbor - the Dolphin Hotel - miraculously survived virtually intact. On closer inspection of this historical snapshot, one can also spot Charpentier Ltd's office at number 46 High Street on the right-hand side. This establishment belonged to printers Charles William Prickett and played an integral role in documenting Portsmouth's vibrant past. As we reflect upon this image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of both loss and destruction caused by war. Yet amidst these tragic circumstances emerges a glimmer of hope embodied by structures like the resilient Dolphin Hotel that persevered through adversity. Let us cherish such remnants from our history for they bear witness to our resilience as a community.
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