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Preston Bus Station DP143109
Preston Bus Station, Tithebarrn Street, Preston. General view illuminated at dusk, taken from Lords Walk in June 2011. Access ramps lead into the car park
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Media ID 13170574
© Historic England Archive
Architecture Brutalist Style Concrete Listed Grade Ii Post War
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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
1. Title: "Preston Bus Station at Dusk: A Brutalist Icon of Post-War Architecture" This evocative photograph, captured by Alun Bull in June 2011, showcases Preston Bus Station in all its raw, concrete glory. Situated on Tithebarn Street in Preston, England, this architectural marvel is a fine example of brutalist design, a style that emerged in the post-war era as a reaction against the ornate and decorative. The image, listed as DP143109 by Historic England, offers a general view of the station illuminated at dusk. The access ramps, leading into the car park, are bathed in an ethereal glow, casting long, dramatic shadows against the textured concrete walls. The use of stark, unadorned concrete as the primary building material lends an austere yet captivating aesthetic to the structure. Brutalist architecture, characterized by its raw, unapologetic use of concrete, was a popular choice for public buildings in the post-war period. Its emphasis on functionality and durability resonated with the needs of the time. However, this style has been a subject of controversy, with some critics arguing that it lacks the warmth and charm of more traditional architectural styles. Despite this, Preston Bus Station, now listed as a Grade II building, stands as a testament to the enduring allure of brutalist design. Its bold, uncompromising form defies the passage of time, making it a cherished icon of Preston's architectural heritage. As the sun sets and the lights come on, the station takes on a new life, its raw concrete surfaces softened by the play of light and shadow. This photograph captures the essence of Preston Bus Station, offering a glimpse into the unique beauty of brutalist architecture and its place in our post-war urban landscape.
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