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Poster Print : Woolwich Power Station, SE London
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Woolwich Power Station, SE London
Woolwich Power Station, SE London, with coal barges on the River Thames. Date: circa 1950s
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Media ID 23430376
© A The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans AA The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans
Barge Barges Chimneys Coal Foreground Pollution Power Shingle Woolwich
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring a piece of historical SE London to your walls with our stunning Woolwich Power Station Poster Print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, taken circa 1950s, showcases the iconic power station in all its industrial glory as coal barges gracefully navigate the River Thames. A perfect addition to any room, this high-quality poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty of industrial architecture. Order yours today and relive the charm of a bygone era.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 42cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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In this evocative photograph, the imposing silhouette of Woolwich Power Station in Southeast London stands proudly against the backdrop of a moody River Thames. The scene, captured in the 1950s, presents a stark contrast of industry and nature. Coal barges filled with shingle and coal dot the foreground of the image, their masts and sails adding texture to the water's surface. The power station's massive chimneys emit thick plumes of smoke, casting an ominous shadow over the scene. The River Thames, a vital artery of transportation, bustles with activity as ships and boats navigate the waterway. The image captures a moment in time when coal was the primary fuel source for power generation, and the environmental impact of industrialization was not yet fully understood. The smoke-filled air, while a testament to the station's power and productivity, also serves as a reminder of the pollution that accompanied the era. Woolwich Power Station, a significant landmark in the history of electricity generation in the UK, was operational from 1902 until its decommissioning in 1981. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the industrial might and environmental consequences of the 1950s. The image invites us to reflect on the evolution of energy production and the ongoing efforts to minimize the impact of industrialization on the environment.
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