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London travellers are soaked by the rain as the end of the 1976 drought is officially
London travellers are soaked by the rain as the end of the 1976 drought is officially announced by the government.
November 1976
Alisdair Macdonald
WATFORD
London
Greater London
England
GL*3737139
Media ID 21556502
© Mirrorpix
Busy Commuters Queues Rain Umbrella
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating photographic print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring the iconic image "London travellers are soaked by the rain as the end of the 1976 drought is officially announced by the government" by Alisdair Macdonald. Captured in November 1976, this evocative image beautifully encapsulates the essence of London during one of its most memorable moments in history. The rain-soaked travellers, bundled up against the elements, stand in stark contrast to the bright umbrella held aloft by the official, marking the end of the long-awaited drought. Bring a piece of historical London into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print from Media Storehouse's extensive range of Memory Lane Prints.
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. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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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In this print captured by Alisdair Macdonald, the bustling streets of London come alive with a dramatic twist. It is November 1976, and after enduring a prolonged drought that gripped the nation, the heavens have finally opened up to relieve parched land and weary souls. As if nature itself rejoices in this long-awaited respite, rain pours down relentlessly on London travellers who find themselves caught off guard. The image portrays a scene of both chaos and camaraderie as commuters navigate through crowded queues at rush hour. Umbrellas are hastily unfurled, providing temporary shelter from the deluge that drenches everyone in sight. The wet pavements reflect shimmering lights from passing buses, adding an ethereal quality to the otherwise mundane street scene. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how weather can shape our daily lives and evoke shared experiences among strangers. It captures not only the physical discomfort caused by sudden rainfall but also showcases resilience amidst adversity. Despite being soaked to their core, these Londoners continue their journey undeterred - a testament to their unwavering spirit. Alisdair Macdonald's snapshot freezes this moment in time when relief washed over drought-stricken lands while simultaneously immersing us into an era defined by its distinctive fashion sense and urban energy. This remarkable piece invites us to ponder upon our own encounters with unexpected showers – those fleeting moments where we find ourselves united under nature's unpredictable whimsy.
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